Plainview Teacher Named Founders Classical Academy Teacher of the Year

Chasity Mooney recognized for her "quiet steady kind of excellence" at Plainview Classical Academy

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Chasity Mooney, a fifth-grade teacher at Plainview Classical Academy (PCA), was named the Founders Classical Academy (FCA) Teacher of the Year. Mooney was chosen out of hundreds of teachers across 25 different FCA campuses for her exceptional work in the classroom. PCA Headmaster Elizabeth Loeffler praised Mooney's "quiet steady kind of excellence" during the announcement ceremony, which was attended by students and staff.

Why it matters

The recognition of Chasity Mooney as the FCA Teacher of the Year highlights the high-quality teaching and learning environment at Plainview Classical Academy, a public charter school that opened in 2023 after the closure of Plainview Christian Academy. This award demonstrates the school's commitment to academic excellence and its ability to attract and retain talented educators.

The details

Mooney, who has taught for 11 years and has been at PCA since it opened, was chosen for the prestigious award due to her dedication and positive impact on her students. During the announcement ceremony, Headmaster Loeffler praised Mooney's "quiet steady kind of excellence" and her ability to consistently deliver exceptional instruction in the classroom. In addition to Mooney's award, PCA also named Emilee Hill, a physical education aide and coach, as the school's Employee of the Year.

  • Plainview Classical Academy (PCA) opened in 2023.
  • The Teacher of the Year and Employee of the Year awards were announced on March 9, 2026.

The players

Chasity Mooney

A fifth-grade teacher at Plainview Classical Academy who was named the Founders Classical Academy Teacher of the Year for her exceptional work in the classroom.

Elizabeth Loeffler

The headmaster of Plainview Classical Academy, who praised Mooney's "quiet steady kind of excellence" during the award announcement ceremony.

Emilee Hill

The physical education aide and coach at Plainview Classical Academy who was named the school's Employee of the Year.

Plainview Classical Academy

A public charter school that opened in 2023 after the closure of Plainview Christian Academy, currently enrolling 325 students and employing 32 teachers.

Founders Classical Academy

The network of 25 campuses to which Plainview Classical Academy belongs, and which selected Chasity Mooney as the Teacher of the Year from among hundreds of teachers across the network.

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What they’re saying

“Her excellence is not the loud kind. It is not the kind that announces itself, although I find myself announcing it for her often. Hers is the quiet steady kind of excellence that works day after day inside the classroom until one day you look up and realize something extraordinary has taken shape.”

— Elizabeth Loeffler, Headmaster, Plainview Classical Academy (myplainview.com)

“It's very humbling. I feel like there's so many people who have and deserve the same recognition. So, I'm humbled that I was noticed for this.”

— Chasity Mooney, Fifth-Grade Teacher, Plainview Classical Academy (myplainview.com)

“It's the best school I've ever worked at.”

— Chasity Mooney, Fifth-Grade Teacher, Plainview Classical Academy (myplainview.com)

What’s next

Mooney will be recognized by leadership across the entire Founders Classical Academy organization at the Founders Gala next month.

The takeaway

The recognition of Chasity Mooney as the Founders Classical Academy Teacher of the Year demonstrates the high caliber of teaching and learning at Plainview Classical Academy, a public charter school that has established itself as a premier educational institution in the community since its opening in 2023.