Mr. Zettler Clay IV

Meet your STEM Teacher.

What’s up? Mr. Zettler Clay IV here, bringing the rhythm of STEM to Fairview Elementary for the third straight year. It’s an honor to connect with all our stakeholders this school year.

Born and raised in the heart of Southwest Atlanta — SWATs, all day! – I’ve received my undergraduate degree from Georgia State University, two master’s degrees from University of Maryland and Moreland University as well as a Montessori degree from Kennesaw State University.

My lovely wife Shanika and I have been riding this wave for 10 years and are blessed with four fantastic kids — two sons and two daughters. 

I devour books — mainly biographies, histories, and epic fictions, including the Godfather and the extensive Game of Thrones collection.

I love a good tune - George Clinton, Outkast, Earth, Wind and Fire are goated. 

I have to move constantly - sprints, push ups and jump rope for the heart, yadig! 

I am endlessly curious. If you see me, you’ll likely see a book in hand. My moonshot goal is to see every child free of illiteracy.

“Don’t read like a dog obeying its master, but like an eagle hunting its prey.”