Our Staff

Pastor Edward Thrasher

Executive Director

Edward L. Thrasher, visionary and founder of Focus Point Children Academy, received a God-given vision more than a decade ago to establish a daycare within the church. Trusting in the Lord’s timing, direction, and provision, he faithfully carried this vision in prayer. 

Through God’s divine guidance, abundant favor, and the support of many dedicated individuals, the vision placed in his heart became a reality: a preschool. To God be the glory for the great things He has done.

Pastor Thrasher was educated in the Chattanooga City School System and pursued studies at Chattanooga State College and DeVry University in Atlanta, Georgia. He is a builder, investor, and the owner of ABBA Builders. 

In addition to his entrepreneurial work, he currently serves as Vice President of the Servant Leadership Pastoral Organization in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and as a member of the Blood Assurance Board of Directors.

He is deeply passionate about ministering the Word of God and is committed to fostering unity by bringing together people of all religious backgrounds in worship. Pastor Thrasher is a sincere and dedicated servant of God, known for his compassion, care, and visionary leadership, with a heart to lead God’s people to higher heights.

He is the proud father of three children and the loving grandfather of three beautiful granddaughters.

Kaitlin Horner is passionate about creating a nurturing, welcoming, and positive environment where children can learn, grow, and feel supported. Through her experience in early childhood education, she has developed a genuine love for working with children and building meaningful relationships with both children and their families.

Katie believes that early childhood is one of the most important foundations for a child’s development. She strives to create an environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore their creativity and curiosity. She especially enjoys finding fun and engaging ways to make learning meaningful and watching children gain confidence as they reach new milestones.

She earned her degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Management. Her education has given her a strong foundation in leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving, all of which she brings into her role as a director. She is excited to combine her background in business with her passion for early childhood education to support children, families, and teachers.

Outside of work, Katie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being involved in her church, and finding creative ways to make memories with the people she loves. She believes that life is made up of the little moments, and she loves bringing that same joy and enthusiasm into her work with children.

She is excited to begin this new chapter as a director and looks forward to getting to know each child, family, and staff member. She is grateful for the opportunity to lead, serve, and help create a place where children can thrive and families feel confident knowing their children are cared for and loved.

Kaitlin "Katie" Horner

Director

Tia Corey

Teacher

Tia Corey has over 12 years of experience in early childhood care and education, working with children from infancy through age three. She strives to make learning fun, engaging, and accessible for all students, and is deeply committed to student-centered learning.

She actively seeks creative and innovative ways to present the curriculum that inspire curiosity and growth. Her goal is to help nurture confident learners by strengthening their problem-solving skills from an early age.

She values family above all else and is the proud mother of two beautiful daughters—my oldest is 19, and my youngest is 14. They are my world, and everything I do is motivated by my love for them.

She is a graduate of the Center for Creative Arts. Prior to working in early childhood education, she served as a CNA Team Leader at a senior assisted living facility, where she worked with patients with Alzheimer’s disease for seven years.

Transitioning into childcare has been a rewarding journey for Tia, and she truly enjoys working with children of all ages.  She earned her TECTA certificate in Early Childhood Education and is currently pursuing her CDA credential.

She is excited about the opportunity to teach and care for your child and look forward to being a positive part of their learning journey."