A division of the Jackson County 21st Century Council
Our Staff

Cathy T. Mitchell has served as director since 2014. She began her career with IMPACT in 2002 as the part-time video conferencing network coordinator. Cathy enjoys helping individuals and has overseen the creation and beginning of several of the programs we use today.
Cathy was born and raised in Scottsboro where she continues to live with her husband Mike (“Beans”). Cathy has a daughter, Sara, and son-in-law, Chase. Cathy loves to read, explore new ideas, and spending time with her twin grandbabies, Logan and Asher. She also loves working at IMPACT and assisting individuals with their career and educational goals.

Carolyn W. Deerman has served as the Education Coordinator for IMPACT Learning Center since 2015. Prior to that Carolyn was an elementary teacher for the Scottsboro School system for 39 years. Supporting education has always been important in Carolyn’s life.
Carolyn was born and raised in Scottsboro where she continues to live with her husband, Woodson, and their dog. Carolyn enjoys reading, yoga and walking.