Principal
Hapeville Charter Career Academy

aknox@hapevillecharter.org

Mrs. Aranya Knox attended The University of West Georgia, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. She also holds a Master's Degree and a Specialist Degree in School Counseling from The University of West Alabama. She comes from two generations of educators and has been in education for over 18 years. She moved to Georgia to attend college and has made it her home! She lives in South Fulton with her husband and her daughter, an HCCA graduate (2024) who attends Howard University. She loves learning new things and believes that positive relationships are instrumental in learning and growing. She loves being a Hornet: “Hapeville Charter Career Academy is such a special place, and our students are amazing!”

Assistant Principal / Athletic Director
Hapeville Charter Career Academy

wgordon@hapevillecharter.org

Mr. Winston Gordon is a South Florida native. He is a proud graduate of The Savannah State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a Masters Degree of Public Administration. Mr. Gordon has been with Hapeville Charter Schools since 2009. Mr. Gordon proudly serves as one of the Assistant Principals of Hapeville Charter Career Academy. Mr. Gordon has also served as the HCCA Head Football Coach since the start of the school in 2009. Mr. Gordon led the Hornets to four straight Regional Championships as well as the Class AA State Championship in 2017. Mr. Gordon was named GACA & GSW Coach of the Year in 2018.

Assistant Principal
Hapeville Charter Career Academy

lgladden@hapevillecharter.org

Mrs. LaTricia Gladden’s educational journey began in Cincinnati Public Schools where she spent 10 years educating the youth and positively impacting her colleagues. In 2004, Mrs. Gladden and family moved to Atlanta, Georgia. She taught at Riverwood HS and Westlake HS, serving as team lead, Governance Council member, 2016 Teacher of the Year, Georgia Intern Fellowships for Teachers  at GA Tech,  and the Math Department Chair before moving on to join the Hapeville Charter team, serving as the Instructional Coach for the Math, Science, Health and PE departments at HCCA. Mrs. Gladden has also served on several Fulton County District level teams such as the Math Curriculum Design and Revision Team, Differentiation of Math Learning Tasks Team, Textbook Selection Committee, Learning Architects, and the Superintendent's Advisory Council. Mrs. LaTricia Gladden continues her journey to strive for excellence in all students and educators.cription goes here

Instructional Coach
Hapeville Charter Career Academy

somowale@hapevillecharter.org

Mr. Sundiata Omowale is a passionate educator and leader committed to empowering students and teachers to achieve academic excellence while cultivating critical thinking, cultural awareness, and a deep appreciation for history. Raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Mr. Omowale brings a lifetime of service and dedication to education. A proud U.S. military veteran, he served honorably in the US Army as a Staff Sergeant (SSG), where he developed the discipline and leadership that continue to shape his work in and out of the classroom. He holds a Master’s Degree in Social Studies Education from Georgia State University, which has enhanced his expertise in instructional leadership and culturally responsive teaching. Currently serving at Hapeville Charter Career Academy (HCCA), he is deeply committed to creating opportunities that prepare students for success in an academically rigorous and globally connected world. Outside of his professional life, Mr. Omowale is an avid fisherman, marksman, gardener, and world traveler. He enjoys cooking, reading, genealogy research, sports card collecting, and beekeeping. Alongside his wife and three children, he finds inspiration and balance through his love of nature and lifelong learning.

Instructional Support Teacher 
Hapeville Charter Career Academy

sabercrombie@hapevillecharter.org

Staci Abercrombie is a dedicated educator, leader, and lifelong advocate for children whose passion for education has shaped her career for nearly three decades. Her journey began in 1997 as a Paraprofessional, where she discovered her calling to make a lasting difference in the lives of children. Through hard work, determination, and an unwavering commitment to student success, she advanced into a variety of educational leadership roles, including teacher, special education educator, school counselor, instructional support leader, and administrator. Each role strengthened her belief that every child deserves a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where they can thrive. With more than 28 years of experience in education, Staci has dedicated her career to supporting students, empowering families, mentoring educators, and building positive school communities. Her vision is rooted in the belief that quality education lays the foundation for lifelong learning and success. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Staci's greatest joy is her family. She is a devoted wife, proud mother, and the loving grandmother of four amazing little girls, who continue to inspire her passion for early childhood education every day. When she's not serving children and families, Staci enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, reading, traveling, and creating meaningful experiences with those she loves.