Euclid Middle School

Tiersa Sullivan joined the Open Doors Academy team September 2019. She served as Campus Coordinator at Euclid Middle School for three years, as well as a Classroom Coordinator at the Citizens Academy Southeast Remote Learning Center, before becoming the Program Manager for the Breakthrough Public Schools and Euclid City Schools.

Tiersa attended school in the Bedford City School District for K-12th grade, graduating from Bedford High School in 2002. After high school, she attended The University of Akron, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. After college, she began her teaching career at a charter school in Cleveland Ohio for 4 years as a Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade teacher. After 4 years, she made the decision to devote her time in staying home with her 3 amazing kids.

In her spare time, she enjoys reading books, spending quality time with her kids/spouse, and shopping. She is devoted in continuing to help make a difference in the lives of our youth.

Ashaunti Griffin is a dedicated Afterschool Campus Coordinator at Open Doors Academy, where she brings her passion for mentoring and empowering youth to the forefront. Before her role at Open Doors Academy, Ashaunti held a lead position in the airline industry, demonstrating her leadership and organizational skills. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys exploring the world through travel, honing her skills at the bowling alley, indulging in retail therapy, and cherishing quality time with her family and friends. Ashaunti's genuine connection with the scholars at Open Doors Academy stems from her own experiences as a student, making her a relatable and empathetic mentor.

Gina Cantale joined the Open Doors Academy team in September 2020. She began at ODA as a Coordinator during the Remote Learning Centers for Cleveland Heights and she currently serves as a Family Advocate. Gina is passionate about empowering others and advocating for those who face injustice.

In August 2020, Gina graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work and a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. While attending BGSU, Gina held a leadership role in a service-learning community and spent her time volunteering in the Toledo area. She is currently attending Case Western Reserve University to obtain a Master of Social Work with a specialization in Community Practice for Social Change.

Gina loves reading, cooking and baking, spending time with friends and family, and most importantly, her dogs!

“Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time.” -Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Ida Yahaya joined Open Doors Academy (ODA) in May 2024 as a Campus Coordinator at Euclid Middle School. Prior to ODA, she served as a Coordinator for Right At School, an after-school program through the Greater Cleveland area. Before that, Ida worked as an STNA at Cleveland Clinic and volunteered with various youth organizations across Greater Cleveland. Her passion for working with young people has been a constant throughout her career. In her free time, Ida enjoys traveling and spending quality time with her children.