Married to: Freida Tillett-Lyons
Children: Dyrond, Nae'Keara, J'niea, and Rodney Jr.
Grandchildren: Khloei, Kalahn, and Khylei

Birthday: August 1st

Number of Years Teaching: 31

Education:  1987 Perquimans County High School
                     1991 Bachelor of Science/Criminal Justice
                     Elizabeth City State University
                     2000 Elementary Education K-6
                     Elizabeth City State University
                     2009 Masters in Education K-5
                     Walden University

Special Awards:  2004-2005  Teacher of the Year
                               Perquimans Middle School
                               2019-2020  Teacher of the Year
                               Hertford Grammar School
                               2019-2020 Teacher of the Year
                               Perquimans County School District

Hobbies: Fishing, Basketball, Football, and Bowling
Favorite Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Favorite Color: Orange/Yellow

"It takes COURAGE to grow up and become who you really are."
                                                                                   -E.E. Cummings