About Us - TPT Education

Presidnts Corner

Mike Graham

Founder & President

Mike Graham, founder and President of Tomorrow’s Promise Today, TPT, has many years of experience in education, administration and curriculum implementation. His passion for reaching the urban learner has been the driving force in stepping out and designing an effective program that closes the academic skill gap, commonly found in urban learning systems.

Mike’s vast amount of experience and master level education from Kansas State University in Education Administration, speaks volumes in his passion and knowledge to empower students to achieve their highest possible academic progression.

His vision and the flexibility of the TPT educators allows for each site to be catered to, based upon the student’s academic needs; to inspire and to enhance the teaching and learning styles currently in place by the district’s teachers on site. TPT firmly believes that the key component which drives success is helping the student to identify their learning style and our goal as an educators, is to help students learn how to learn and how to be successful in the next phase of their lives.

President's Corner

Our Motto

MOTIVATE, MOMENTUM & MOVEMENT

These three words are so vital in leading the TPT Education Leaders' mission to be the most elite academic enhancer, especially in the urban educational sector. We show students academic confidence and how to learn!! TPT Education Leaders continue to “make a difference” in urban focused schools using three concepts:

Great educators
Great curriculum/Differentiated instruction/Elite customer service
Proven results (We close the academic gap)

Meet the Team

Our team's mission is to foster academic confidence in students and teach them effective learning strategies.

Director Of Operations

Michael Henry

A graduate of Blue Valley North High School, Mike Graham Jr is an educational leader driven by a passion for transforming urban schools. Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business management, Mike combines his education with unwavering dedication to innovation as the Director of Operations at TPT Education Leaders. Committed to empowering educators and enhancing the educational experience, Mike is a driving force in creating lasting change in urban education.

Best Practices

Catina Graham

Catina began her career in education, right out of college with a passion for teaching, mentoring and help students think beyond their current situations. She later transitioned into a collegiate liaison role, helping students who were taking college and high school courses.

Director of Academic Programming

Verneta White

For more than 20 years, Verneta has worked in education, giving back to her community. As the former Director of Parent & Family Services for the University of Kansas GEAR UP program, she has aided thousands of KCKPS students and families in their pursuit to excel through their educational journey.

Sr. Director of Academic Programming

Franklin K.R. Cline

An extremely passionate educator, Franklin K.R. Cline believes that every student matters and deserves quality instruction. He holds BAs in English and Philosophy from Truman State University, and a PhD in English from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee where he received the Distinguished Dissertator Award.

Director of Academic Programming - Kansas City, Kansas High Schools

Sarah Cecil

Sarah Cecil has been with TPT since December of 2021, most recently as a Director of Academic Programming for high schools in the Kansas City Kansas School District. Since earning her teaching certification, she has worked in every level of education, from Pre-K through graduating seniors. In her spare time, Sarah is finishing her Master's degree from Missouri State University, running a small fashion design business, gardening, and enjoying her life with her husband and son in Kansas City, Kansas.

Jr Director Assistant

Autumn Green

Autumn has been working with students for 2 years. She is an alumni from Drury University, and she holds a BA in animation with a minor in writing. Her passion lies in education, fictional writing, and finding new ways to give back to her community.

Director of ACT/SAT programs

Assistant Director - Kansas City, Kansas Elementary Schools

Kori McMiller

Kori McMiller has worked with youth for 3+ years. She presently oversees the ACT and SAT programs for TPT across the United States region. Her coworkers describe her as passionate, devoted, diligent, and problem-solving.

Director of Academic Programming - Kansas City, Kansas Middle Schools

Christopher J. Peacock

Christopher Peacock has more than 20 years of experience in educational leadership, administration, program management and partnership development. He is known by his colleagues as being an influential agent for positive change who leads with integrity and approaches even the most complex challenges with unflagging perseverance and a commitment to student success. He brings a unique perspective to the TPT organization as a former K-8th grade educator and former 7th-12th grade administrator. Christopher is a collaborative team leader and serves the organization by assisting with curriculum development, providing professional development opportunities, staff recruitment and establishing staff wide comprehension of best practices to ensure academic success.

Data Analyst

Janae Lampkins

Janae Lampkins serve as the Data Analyst for TPT. This entails creation and implementation of data recording formats, data tracking, and evaluation of data before reporting results. Ultimately, the results are used in support of strategic services for our students to ensure their continued progress academically as well as areas for growth where TPT Educators are concerned.