Mr. Donald Payne, III graduated from Saint Peter's University with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education in 2021. He has been teaching at Aquinas Academy for four years, specializing in his favorite subject, Social Studies.

Having graduated from AQA in 2012, Mr. Payne is thrilled to return to his alma mater as a teacher. He finds great joy in guiding students through the complexities of history and social studies, subjects that have always fascinated him. Mr. Payne believes in the importance of equipping students with a comprehensive understanding of the world—from political, economic, social, and cultural perspectives—to help them navigate and contribute to an interconnected global community. Passionate about shaping the minds of future leaders, he aims to foster a deeper understanding of the past and cultivate informed and engaged citizens of tomorrow.