Meet Our Team

Matushka Abigail Genig earned a B.A. in English and Secondary Education from Valparaiso University in Indiana and has been a teacher for over 20...

Dr. Alexander Titus is a learner, educator, translator, and Church historian, specializing in the Byzantine and medieval Western periods. He holds a...

Alison Grace Johansen serves as a Scholé Academy instructor, tutor, and host of the Poetry Club. While tutoring in grammar and writing, she teaches...

Alyssa Priestner earned her Bachelor of Arts from John Brown University, double majoring in history and Spanish. She has taught students ages 12–18...

Amanda Reeves has a BA in Greek and Latin from Stanford University, where she received recognition in her department for both her enthusiasm for the...

Amy Morgan is Scholé Academy’s Writing & Rhetoric and Well-Ordered Language Department chair. She earned her BA in liberal arts at St. John’s...

Amy Travis holds a BA in psychology and religious education with additional training in behavioral modification, counseling, and missions. She has...

Anastasia Wilkinson holds a BA in Russian and an MA in Second Language Studies from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. After homeschooling her...

Andrew Lindsey has been an educator since 2005, with an M.Ed. from Georgia State University, and an M.Div. and Th.M. from the Southern Baptist...

Andy Newman calls western Nebraska home, that borderland where Midwest and West shake hands. There he has taught literature, composition, history,...

Angelique Chaverri holds an MSEd in special education from Missouri State University and a BA in psychology from Southwest Baptist University....

Anna-Maria Tsikhlakis went to high school in Athens (Hellinikon), Greece. In 2007 she completed her certificate in Modern Greek language studies from...

Anni Hollenbeck holds a Master of Science in Deaf Education and has accumulated 17 years of teaching experience at schools for the Deaf. She...

Annice Hoffman holds a BA in Anthropology from Penn State University. As a young adult, curiosity and a desire to find her neighbor in the wider...

Ash White holds a BA in English and Theatre from Mary Baldwin University, and has taught literature, writing, and logic at the middle and secondary...

Audrey Merrell earned a B.A. in Biology and Linguistics from Swarthmore College. She is currently pursuing graduate studies in Classics at Villanova...

Ava Nelson grew up in the Pacific Northwest amidst mountains, seashores, and plains. She studied language on the rolling hills of the Palouse and in...

Bella Welch holds a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Early Childhood Education from Hillsdale College. Over the past four years, she has...

Bobbie Sparks has been in Education since 2006 when she completed her BS in Mathematics/Secondary Education. From there, she completed her MA in...

Brenda Tchoundjo holds a Master’s in Teaching and Learning with Technology (MATLT) from Ashford University and is certified in Teaching English as...

Dr. Brian Phillips is the pastor of Holy Trinity Reformed Church (Concord, NC), and writes for the Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS)....

Caeli Lanzilotti lives in Northern VA with her husband and two-year-old son. She is passionate about the Liberal Arts and pursuing a life fully...

Catherine “Cat” Wise ​loves to read, and she tries to talk about books with anyone who will listen! Raised in a military family, she attended...

Chet Collins is a husband, father of four, and management consultant. He and his wife, Alison, a physician, homeschool their children together; she...

Chris Hall has a BA in Philosophy from Gettysburg College and an MAT in Elementary Education from Towson University. He has been a classroom educator...

Christian Herring holds a B.S in History from Western Carolina University, an M.Div from Hood Theological Seminary, and a Th.M in Church History...

Christina Royals embarked on her journey as an educator in 2005, earning a B.S. in Middle Grades Education with certifications in ELA, Math, and...

Dr. Seaward received her B.A. in Liberal Arts and earned her elementary teaching credential at California State University, Stanislaus, before...

Courtney Chancey loved pondering icons as she and her husband Denton began their Orthodox Journey several years ago. She loves how each one tells a...

Dr. Daniel T. L. Moore has loved the study of history for as long as he can remember. The running joke in his family of eleven is that he knew...

Danielle (Dani) Adams, a graduate of Hillsdale College, holds a BS in Biochemistry and a minor in Jazz Music. Mrs. Adams has worked in various...

Danielle Bartko is an experienced Math and Science teacher, and Orthodox Church Cantor and Choir Director. She taught in public schools and a...

Dustin Finch’s love for Greek began in the Fall of 2008 at Williams Baptist College (Walnut Ridge, AR), where he was later honored with the...

Edward Kotynski, Chair of Latin Department, grew up as a missionary kid in Indonesia, where his parents were Bible translators. He attributes his...

Elise Robinson lives in South Carolina and is enthusiastic about the art of calligraphy. She is a vendor of custom calligraphy pieces as well as...

Elizabeth Kaufman holds a M.Ed. and earned her BA in Spanish from Hope College with minors in Music (piano performance) and Elementary Ed.. A...

Emily Cook is a lifelong lover of literature, seeking insight into the complex beauty of the world and the One who made it through well-written...

Emily Kashin holds a BA in Primary Education from the University of North Florida. She was homeschooled K-12 in the classical tradition and...

Eric Robinson has a MFA (Master of Fine Arts) degree in printmaking from Iowa State University and a BS in secondary math education from Western...

Dr. Erin Moulton has a deep love for education and has been teaching in some capacity for over two decades. She holds a PhD in Slavic linguistics...

Erin Osadchuk holds a BA from Biola University in English, and is a Perpetual Member of the Torrey Honors College. She has experience as a...

Esther Deiana was born and raised in a little town by the sea, in the island of Sardinia (south of Italy). Growing up in a land of ancient traditions...

Originally from the French part of Switzerland, Francesca German holds a Bachelor’s (2022) and Master's degree (2023) in Modern Languages from the...

Dr. Fransell Riley, Chair of Math Department spent most of her career working as a quantitative analyst. She earned her PhD in mathematics from the...

Father Gabriel Souza was ordained to the Holy Priesthood by His Eminence Metropolitan Hilarion of blessed memory in February of 2021. He currently...

German Gomez is a language teaching professional with a deep interest in sharing the beauty of his native language, Spanish. His experience in...

Grace Mantle is a certified K-8 educator in Idaho and holds a BA in Fine & Applied Arts from the University of Oregon. She delights in teaching young...

Gracelyn Roach holds a B.A. from the University of Florida, where she studied Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law (PPEL) and Great Books and...

Hannah Maybrook, known to her students as Madame Maybrook, is an educator based in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of Upstate New York. She holds a...

Heather Brewer received her B.A. in Classics (Greek and Latin) and Italian from the University of Virginia. Since graduating, she taught Latin in...

Heather McCoy holds a BA in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Art from California State University, Northridge and an MEd in Curriculum and...

Helga Maier has taught high school and middle school reading, writing and literature for many years. Since joining the classical movement a number of...

Ibrahim Chalhoub is a dedicated math educator with over six years of experience in both in-person and virtual settings. Rooted in a family of...

Margarita Whiddon has a lifelong passion for bridging cultural and language gaps. As a former registered nurse in Mexico, she discovered her true...

Iulia Cutright was born and raised in communist Romania and came to the United States to continue her graduate studies. Her Bachelor's degree in...

Fr. James Sweeney is a priest of the Anglican Province of America and serves as an assisting priest at St. Barnabas Anglican Cathedral in Dunwoody,...

After graduating from Texas Tech University with a B.S. in Kinesiology (focus in Anatomy and Motor Learning) he then pursued a Th.M. from Dallas...

Jennifer Armstrong has a B.S. in English and an M.A. in Student Affairs Administration from Ball State University in Indiana. She is a homeschool mom...

Jennifer Sanderson is a scientist turned homeschool mom and would be a professional student if she could! She graduated from East Carolina University...

Jillian Strecker has a BA in theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville, a MA in Russian literature from University College London, and has...

Jimmy Schambach holds a Master of Divinity from Regent University, and a BA in theology and philosophy from Evangel University. Currently, he works...

Joelle Riethmiller believes true education impacts the body, mind, and soul of an individual through all subject areas and promotes personal and...

Dr. Joseph Lanzilotti began teaching with Scholé Academy in 2024. He ​h​olds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Theology from the Pontifical...

Jovana Zaremba is a professional musician and voice teacher of over 10 years. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in music from Stetson University of...

Kara Lobley enjoys finding answers and imparting those discoveries to everyone. This passion for truth inspired her to earn her bachelor’s degree...

Karen Morrisette earned both her BS and MS in English Education from Millersville University, PA. She taught high school English for 30 years and...

Kassiani Newman has a Masters in Teaching from the University of New Hampshire with a background in Language. She taught secondary school for more...

Kate McSharry holds a BA in French from Western Washington University and studied history, art, and literature at the Centre International...

Kevin Schultz started his teaching journey as a ski instructor on the slopes of Crystal Mountain in Washington. He went on to earn a BA in Psychology...

Dr Mertz is a lifelong learner; her formal education is in Architectural Engineering, including a PhD from Carnegie Mellon and an M.S. from MIT. But...

Kristin Edwards (Kristina Robertovna) has been teaching Russian language and literature for over 10 years. She has an M.A. in International Affairs...

Laura Pavlik holds a B.A. in Physics and Mathematics as well as an M.Ed. in Science Education. She taught science in the public school system for...

Lauren Della Piazza Hartke is a third generation teacher, raised by parents who instilled in her a passion for history and literature. She graduated...

Lesley Stoner has been teaching in classical Christian homeschool communities for the past 13 years. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from...

Mrs. Lindsey Knott lives, with her husband Alex and their three small sons, on a quiet green corner of a big North Florida town. Not too long ago,...

Lisa Jacobson has been in education since 1983 when she graduated from the University of Minnesota with a BS in Music Therapy. Raising and...

Luke Batty is an assistant professor at a Christian liberal arts university, with a B.S. and M.S. in Biochemistry from UCLA and a Ph.D. in...

Madison Johnston holds a B.A. in History from Texas A&M University and an M.A. in Humanities with a concentration in classical education from the...

Maria Sider-Rose began painting icons over 30 years ago when she came back from Russia and the Baltics (as a student and Fulbright Scholar) Once...

Maria Tsiaklides lives in the St. Louis, Missouri area with her husband, their two-month-old baby boy, and two cats. A lover of books, writing,...

Marissa Davidson was born and raised in NY state. She met her husband while attending college, where she studied Education. After completing her...

Marv Retzer, Chemistry Instructor, began teaching in 1977. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Grace College, a Master...

Matthew Davenport earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering at Tufts University with a second major in Philosophy. After working five years with the...

Megan Ramirez earned her degree from Cleveland State University and has worked as a teacher and a tutor for over 9 years. As an active duty military...

Melana Salsbury holds a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Literature from the University of Washington and a Master’s degree in Teaching. She has over 13...

Melissa Bravenec holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas A&M University. During her time as a military spouse, she homeschooled her two boys...

Melissa Browne holds a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Waterloo, Ontario, and is certified TESL Instructor. She taught...

Michael Kaiser De Backer lives in Chattanooga, Tennessee with his wife Ruth and his four children. He earned his B.A. in Biblical/Theological Studies...

Upon graduating from the University of Central Florida, Milica took a teaching position at a classical academy in south Florida, where she grew up!...

Monika Minehart, Chair of Aquinas House of Studies, is a homeschooling mother of five. In her 20 years of working in Catholic Religious Education,...

Morgan Moore has been teaching ever since she learned how to explain to her younger siblings the difference between an adjective and an adverb. As a...

Natalie Dignoti earned a Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education (Social Studies Cognate) and Master's of Arts in Cross-Cultural &...

Nathan Dickinson, incoming Chair of the Canterbury House of Studies, holds a M.Div. from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and currently serves...

Beginning her undergraduate work as a Music Performance major on classical guitar, Nicole changed majors half-way through and graduated with her BA...

Father Nikolai Meyers is a native of Southern California. He holds a bachelor of arts in Bible and cross-cultural ministry from Manhattan Christian...

Fr. Noah Bushelli, Interim Principal and Spiritual Advisor of St. Raphael School, is the pastor of St. Philip parish in Souderton, PA, and chairman...

Paul Laywell has four decades of teaching experience and has taught everything from seventh-grade Earth Science to Advanced Placement Biology and...

Peter Belfry has a wide range of teaching and tutoring experience across a variety of subjects and age levels, from kindergarten through to adult...

Peter Blankenship is an experienced classical math teacher. He has taught Dialectic Mathematics at The Academy of Classical Christian Studies,...

Petra Vaporis is a graduate of Hellenic College Holy Cross, where she earned a degree in Liberal Studies with a focus on Theology and minors in...

Phaedra Shaltanis, Chair of the Humanities Department, has taught in private and classical schools for over 25 years and has educated her four...

Racquel Jacobs earned a B.A. in Religion from Rocky Mountain College in Calgary, Alberta. A homeschooling mother of 5, she has taught students for...

Ramona V. Saridakis Bean, a first generation Greek-American, born in Vero Beach and raised in Palm Beach County, Florida. After finishing at...

Rebekah Furubotten holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a Creative Writing emphasis from Western Washington University and is a lover of...

Reny Bake was born and raised in Guatemala. The daughter of a Dutch-Indo father and a Guatemalan mother, she split her time as a child between...

Khouria Rima Zaffaran is an experienced Arabic and Byzantine music teacher, with over 30 years experience in education, teaching students from...

Samuel Walter received a Bachelor of Arts degree at Haverford College, and a M.M. and M.M.A. from the Yale School of Music. During his time at Yale...

Sara Silkwood is an illustrator, designer, and educator with a BFA in Illustration from Syracuse University. She has taught in a variety of settings,...

A homeschool graduate with a BA in English Literature from Geneva College, Sarabeth Sangrey loves engaging in discussions of history, theology and...

Having been homeschooled alongside her five siblings, Sarah developed a deep appreciation for the freedom that comes with learning at home, fostering...

Sarah von Helfenstein has served as a business professional for the past 30 years, witnessing and participating first hand in many of the century’s...

Sherry Joslin earned her BS in Electrical Engineering from the University of Arkansas and holds a MA in Science and Religion from Biola University....

Susie Kim is a passionate and curious scientist with a growing love for biology and education. She holds a B.S in Biology from Wheaton College (IL)...

Tamara Davault is a native Texan who loves Biology. She graduated from the University of Texas Permian Basin with B.S. degrees in Biology and...

Tisha Frost has been teaching in a variety of settings over the last 20 years after following one of the best pieces of advice she was ever given,...

Tyrone Benson loves language and studied classical languages throughout his undergraduate and graduate careers. He holds a B.A. in Bible and...

Since she was a little girl, Vixie Friedman always wanted to be a teacher and lined up her dolls and stuffed animals to compose her classroom. That...

Youngju Smoot is a certified educator with more than 40 years of teaching experience in public schools, IB international schools, and universities...