Frank J. Antonucci (AKA) "Mr. A" is an American author and former automotive instructor/principal. His educational experience began within the Warren Consolidated School system in 1975.

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Mr. A's teaching career began just eight years after he barely graduated from high school. Although he didn't have a teaching certificate, his knowledge and experience in the automotive field gave the district enough information that they took a chance and hired him. His hiring was based on a contingency requiring Mr. A to return to college, which he had left many years ago, to receive his Michigan Teaching Certificate. In 1980, he received his B.A. from Siena Heights College in Adrian, Michigan.

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He was hired to teach a hands-on program to students who didn't like school. Many were tired of and bored with traditional high school classes. Mr. A loved his students and quickly began to identify with them. However, his days of teaching his automotive program ended abruptly in the fall of 1998 due to an unfortunate accident that forced him to leave the classroom and program he enjoyed teaching so much.

He began a new journey and was transferred to a comprehensive high school within the district. Change wasn't easy for Mr. A, but he soon learned to adapt to his new environment. His passion for helping students continued, and he soon became interested in helping students in a different manner. He saw how slow the system moved in helping students who were in immediate need, so he enrolled in a major university to receive his second master's degree, this time in administration. His first master's degree was from Michigan State University in secondary education/guidance and counseling.

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Frank has been married to his wife, Christine, since 1971. They have three children, two daughters-in-law, and five grandchildren. In 2016, he became a member of the Motor City Modified Auto Club (MMAC) and is also a member of the Michigan Hot Rod Association. Mr. A continues to enjoy working on his classic cars in his shop and hasn't forgotten the meaning of "hands-on." He is very active in his church and a deep believer in Jesus Christ.

In 2025, it will be 50 years since he walked into his classroom for the most rewarding experience of his life. He continues to keep in contact with many of his CPC alumni, and his passion for teaching remains a part of his life. Frank continues to accept speaking engagements and is currently working on another novel.