Rose Fletcher, Director of Transitions
I grew up in Norman, OK. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma and hold a teaching certificate in Mild/Moderate Special Education. I have spent the last 10 years teaching moderate elementary special education in a self-contained classroom. I am a big supporter of Special Olympics and have held a coaches certification for the last few years. I also have a younger brother with special needs. Because of this I have been personally invested within the disability community for most of my life. My greatest passion stems from not only teaching academics, but life and transition skills. I like to create opportunities within the classroom that challenge and gently push my students out of their comfort zone so that they may realize their fullest potential. I know the many challenges individuals can face finding equal opportunities within the community. It is my goal as an educator and advocate to help further develop opportunities within the community for independence as those individuals transition into adulthood. I hope to create a more equitable and inclusive world for all.
Aglaia De Biagi
It is an honor to be part of the Transitions family, at Terra Verde. I was born and raised in Curitiba, a beautiful city in the south of Brazil. I had the privilege of growing up with family members with special needs, and that motivated me to pursue studies in special education at the Educational Institute of Paraná. I graduated from the University Tuiuti of Paraná, in Brazil, with a bachelor’s degree in general history, and a minor in Arts History. I also had the chance to live for several years in Chile, where I learned Spanish at a fluent level. For me, it is a dream come true to be working again with special needs support, because I feel this has always been my heart’s call.
Rhyese Ehioghae
Hello! My name is Rhyese Ehioghae and I am thrilled to be a part of the Transitions team here at Terra Verde Discovery School. I first discovered my passion for working with children while spending two years supporting students with diverse learning needs in self-contained and inclusive classroom environments. I continued pursuing this passion by teaching swim lessons to physically and intellectually disabled adults in my summers during my schooling years. Watching someone realize that they’re capable of succeeding in something that’s difficult or scary and overcoming that fear is what drives me to want to be a better person and educator on a daily basis.
Cari Horton
Being a teacher has been my life’s calling since my first day as a kindergartner myself! I’ve spent 22 years in the general education classroom and can’t explain the excitement I feel about the change to Transitions! The joy and exuberance these kids emit is both electric and contagious! I couldn’t be a bystander any longer, so here I am! I’m a mom to 5 kids myself and, for the most part, have them all raised…if there is such a thing! I am ready for a new adventure, ready to learn new things, and ready to share in your child’s future!
Jana Jo Ivy
My name is Jana Jo Ivy, and I’m a Transitions Teacher Assistant at Terra Verde. I have the joy of working closely with intellectually disabled students, helping them develop hands-on life skills that build confidence and prepare them for independence after graduating from our Transition Program. I also assist with the Physical Education elective program, where I get to share my passion for sports and support students in a different but equally meaningful way.
Years prior to joining Terra Verde in 2024, I earned my degree in Marketing from Oklahoma City University and worked as the Marketing and Graphic Design Director for the Central Oklahoma Frontier Country Marketing Association, under State Tourism. Prior to that, I served as an assistant coach for OCU Softball, and I’ve also studied graphic design online, blending my love for creativity with communication and teamwork.
Terra Verde holds a special place in my and my family’s hearts. Both of my children have been part of this incredible school since Pre-K and Kindergarten, and I’ve proudly volunteered here for over five years. Becoming part of the Transition family has been one of the most fulfilling chapters of my life, and my admiration for our students and staff continues to grow every day.
My greatest passions are my faith, my family, and my desire to spread love, laughter, and happiness to everyone I meet. I’m grateful every day for the incredible love and support of my spouse and children and the opportunity to serve and grow alongside this amazing community.
Raeanna McMannis
As Terra Verde's Physical Education and Health teacher, I am committed to fostering a love for movement in all students, regardless of age or ability. My goal is to help every Transitions student discover the joy of physical activity, whether through exercise or sport.
With degrees in Physical Education and Kinesiology from The Master’s College and over a decade of experience in teaching, my passion for working with students with disabilities began during my college years when I started coaching Special Olympics floor hockey — an experience that deeply shaped my career path.