Dr. Jay Hancock, Head of School
B.S., Auburn University, M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, D.Min., Reformed Theological Seminary
headofschool@carmelchristian.org

Dr. Jack Kelley, Associate Head of School
California State University of PA, BS; Bob Jones University, MS; Bob Jones University, EdD
kelleyj@carmelchristian.org

Gwen Bennett, Executive Director of Admissions & Family Relations
Evangel University, BA
bennettg@carmelchristian.org

Ali Crotts, Executive Director of Advancement
University of North Carolina-Charlotte, BA
crottsa@carmelchristian.org

Tim Wishon, Carmel Baptist Church Administrator
University of North Carolina-Greensboro, BS; MA
timw@carmelbaptist.org

Dr. Jack Kelley, Associate Head of School (California State University of PA, BS; Bob Jones University, MS; Bob Jones University, EdD)
kelleyj@carmelchristian.org

Dan Corrigan, Middle School Principal (Medaille College, BS; Buffalo State College -SUNY, MEd; Johns Hopkins University, MEd)
corrigand@carmelchristian.org

Grant Coffey, Director of Athletics (Tennessee Temple University, BS)
coffeyg@carmelchristian.org

Christina DeSoto, Director of the Arts (Western Carolina University, BA)
desotoc@carmelchristian.org

Neil Hawkins, Director of Curriculum (Wingate University, BS; Winthrop University, MEd)
hawkinsn@carmelchristian.org

Sheila Nelson, High School Principal (Tenessee Temple, BS: UNC Charlotte, MEd)
nelsons@carmelchristian.org

Will Robertson, Director of Discipleship (Tennessee Temple University, BS)
robertsonw@carmelchristian.org

Kristi Scallin, Director of Pathways (University of Florida, BAEd; MEd)
scallink@carmelchristian.org

Dan Siftar, Assistant Principal (Miami University, BS; Winthrop University, MEd)
siftard@carmelchristian.org

Lance Womack, Elementary School Principal (Palm Beach Atlantic University, BS; Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, MDiv; Florida Atlantic University, MEd)
womackl@carmelchristian.org

*Dr. Jay Hancock, Head of School (B.S., Auburn University (Management), M.Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, D.Min., Reformed Theological Seminary)
headofschool@carmelchristian.org

*ex-officio member

HEAD OF SCHOOL OFFICE
Dr. Jay Hancock, Head of School
(Auburn University, BS; Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, M.Div.; Reformed Theological Seminary, D.Min.)
headofschool@carmelchristian.org

Dr. Jack Kelley, Associate Head of School
(California State University of PA, BS; Bob Jones University, MS; Bob Jones University, EdD)
kelleyj@carmelchristian.org

Melanie McDermid, Executive Assistant to the Head of School
(Liberty University, BS)
mcdermidm@carmelchristian.org

Skye Sauerwein, Executive Assistant to the Associate Head of School
(University of North Carolina-Greensboro, BA)

sauerweins@carmelchristian.org

Discipleship
Will Robertson, Director of Discipleship
(Tennessee Temple University, BS)
robertsonw@carmelchristian.org

Curriculum
Neil Hawkins, Director of Curriculum
(Wingate University, BS; Winthrop University, MEd)
hawkinsn@carmelchristian.org

Media Center
Ruth Faye Richards, Media Center Specialist
(UNC-Charlotte, BA)
richardsr@carmelchristian.org

Debbie Rock, Media Center Assistant
(Carson Newman College, Undergraduate-BA, Western Maryland College, Graduate School)
rockd@carmelchristian.org

Pathways
Kristi Scallin, Director of Pathways
(University of Florida, BAEd; MEd)
scallink@carmelchristian.org

Kate Gunter, Assistant Director of Pathways
(East Carolina University, BA)
gunterk@carmelchristian.org

Kim Feus, Admin. Assistant Pathways
(Randolph Macon Woman's College, BA)
feusk@carmelchristian.org

ADMISSIONS & FAMILY RELATIONS
Gwen Bennett, Executive Director of Admissions & Family Relations
Evangel University, BA
bennettg@carmelchristian.org

Admissions
Debbie Blankenburg, Director of Admissions
(University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA)
blankenburgd@carmelchristian.org

Keisha Akers, Admissions Assistant
(Appalachian State, BS)

akersk@carmelchristian.org

Lisa Schulz, International Student Program Coordinator
(University of Wisconsin – Madison, MS)

schulzl@carmelchristian.org

Beth Topiwala, Admissions Assistant
(Appalachian State University, BS)
topiwalab@carmelchristian.org

Family Relations
Sonja Nestor, Director of Family Relations
(Kings College)
nestors@carmelchristian.org

Kelly Lenhardt, Family Relations Assistant
(Clemson University, BS)

lenhardtk@carmelchristian.org

ADVANCEMENT
Ali Crotts, Executive Director of Advancement
(University of North Carolina-Charlotte, BA)
crottsa@carmelchristian.org

Office of Advancement
Jen Callinan, Development Coordinator
(Liberty University, BS)
callinanj@carmelchristian.org

Laura Ezell, Advancement Assistant
(Auburn University, BS)
ezelll@carmelchristian.org

Communications
Darralyn Cummings, Director of Communications
(Baylor Univ., BBA; Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, MA)
cummingsd@carmelchristian.org

Jessica Landon, Communications Assistant
(James Madison University, BFA)

landonj@carmelchristian.org

Michele Shirley, Communications Assistant
(Penn State, BS)
shirleym@carmelchristian.org

ATHLETICS
Grant Coffey, Director of Athletics
(Tennessee Temple University, BS)
coffeyg@carmelchristian.org

Jeremy Singleton, Assistant Athletic Director
(Appalachian State University, BFA)

singletonj@carmelchristian.org

Lauren Mello, Admin. Assistant to the Director of Athletics
mellol@carmelchristian.org

FINANCE & OPERATIONS

Tim Wishon, Carmel Baptist Church Administrator
(University of North Carolina-Greensboro, BS; MA)
timw@carmelbaptist.org

Chris Farnsworth, Director of Facilities
chrisf@carmelbaptist.org

Lance Freeman, Director of Food Services
lancef@carmelbaptist.org

Elizabeth Oswalt, Finance and Operations Assistant
(Messiah College, BS)
oswalte@carmelchristian.org

Mike Robbins, Finance and Operations Assistant
(Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, BS)
robbinsm@carmelchristian.org

Leslie Sheffield, Director of Human Resources
leslies@carmelbaptist.org

Donna Scott, School Secretary
scottd@carmelchristian.org

Extended Day
Debbie Yates, Director of Extended Day
yatesd@carmelchristian.org

Veronica Romero, Enrichment Coordinator
(Liberty University, BS)
romerov@carmelchristian.org

Information Technology (IT)
Sherry Barclay, Director of IT
(Liberty University, BS)
barclays@carmelchristian.org

Khrystal Battle, IT Support Technician
(Winston-Salem State University, BS)
battlek@carmelchristian.org

Jennifer Johnson, IT Support Technician
(UNC–Greensboro, BS)
johnsonj@carmelchristian.org

Jamie Pittman, IT Support Technician
(UNC Charlotte, BS)
pittmanj@carmelchristian.org

Health Room
LeeAnn Hendricks, Elementary School Nurse
(Appalachian State University, BS; Lenior Rhyne College, BSN)
ccsesnurse@carmelchristian.org

Leigh Ann Nichols, Middle/High School Nurse
(Carolinas College of Health Sciences, ADN)
nurse@carmelchristian.org

The Arts
Christina DeSoto, Director of The Arts
(Western Carolina University, BA)
desotoc@carmelchristian.org

Tracy Ewert, Admin. Assistant - The Arts
ewertt@carmelchristian.org

Lance Womack, Elementary School Principal (Palm Beach Atlantic University, BS; Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, MDiv; Florida Atlantic University, MEd)
womackl@carmelchristian.org

Kyra Hunter, Admin. Assistant to the Elementary School Principal
(Randolph-Macon College BA)
hunterk@carmelchristian.org

Caitlin Bailey (FT Substitute) - Wingate University, BS

FACULTY
KINDERGARTEN
Kalajoy BonDurant - Bethel University, BA; Dallas Theological Seminary, MCEd
Margaret Childers – Vanderbilt University, BA; UNC-Charlotte,
Jennifer Rebsamen – Liberty University, BA; Wingate University, MEd

FIRST GRADE
Leslie Brackman – Liberty University, BS
Aldyn Keefer – Florida State University, BS; MS
Carrie Russell - Elon University, BA

SECOND GRADE
Becca Anderson – Appalachian State University, BS
Catherine Gerald – UNC-Charlotte, BA; American Intercontinental University, MEd
Cheryl Vanderberry – Southwest Texas University, BS

THIRD GRADE
Audrey Green -Witchita State University, BS
Chloe Sprinkle - Lee University, BS
Kelly Tackel and Rachel Jackson- Ozark Christian College, BA; Missouri State University, MSpecEd (Co-teachers)

FOURTH GRADE
Chérie Lee – Geneva College, BS; University of Phoenix, MECI
Julie Owens - Pensacola Christian College, BS; Clarks Summit University, MSEd
Kasey Tackel – Anderson University, BS

FIFTH GRADE
Sunita Enright– UNC-Wilmington, BA, BS
Lisa Fogg – Geneva College, BS; University of Phoenix, MECI
Kellie Kayton – UNC-Charlotte, BA

TEACHING ASSISTANTS
Betty Baker – Malone University, BS; Kent State University, MEd. (bakerbe@carmelchristian.org)
Ashlyn Blong – UNC-Charlotte, BS; Winthrop University, MS, SSP
Rachelle Broadus - Moody Bible Institute, BA
Beth Brown - Bentley College, BS
Tamara Brown - Bob Jones University, BS
Shannon Deitz – NC State University, BS
Stephanie Dresser – Cornerstone University, BA
Michelle Ferguson - Charleston Southern University, BS
Susan Fletcher - Appalachian State University, BS
Megan Foster – Appalachian State, BS
Kim Jackson – Georgia Southern, BS; Reinhardt University, MS
Jessica Joffe - Covenant College, BA
Amy Kransteuber – Cleveland State University, BBA, MBA, MLR MR
Rita Murray – UNC-Chapel Hill , BA
Samantha Schmerge –Mississippi State University, BS
Donna Tregde – University of Georgia, BBA

SPECIALS TEACHERS
Randi Brinker (Technology) – Anderson University, BS; Butler University, MS
Donna Gooch ( Art) – Ohio State University, BA
Barry Howard (Band)- Wingate University, BM; University of South Carolina, MMEd; Charlotte School of Law, JD
Tiffany Rice (PE) – The Ohio State University, BS
Susan Rudisill (Music) – Winthrop University, BME
Denise Sherman (Science) -Miami University, BA; Xavier University, MBA
Mary Theisen (Music) - Kansas State University, BME
Leanne Thurman (Spanish) – Northwest Missouri State University, BSEd

To email faculty members, use this formula:  last name, first initial@carmelchristian.org

Dan Corrigan, Middle School Principal
(Medaille College, BS; Buffalo State College -SUNY, MEd; Johns Hopkins University, MEd)
corrigand@carmelchristian.org

Scott Henry, Middle School Assistant Principal
(Hillsdale College, BA; Grace College, MEd)
henrys@carmelchristian.org

Diana Young, Admin. Assistant to the Middle School Principal (University of Georgia, BS; Georgia College & State University, MBA)
youngd@carmelchristian.org

Donna Graham, Middle School Assistant (part-time)
(Liberty University)
grahamd@carmelchristian.org

Da'Charles Battle (FT Substitute) - Winston-Salem State University, BS

FACULTY
Jim Bennett (Math) - The King’s College, BA; Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, MA
Jenni Briggs (Math) - Central Michigan University, BS
Mandy Cheshire (Science) – University of North Carolina-Charlotte, BA; UNC-Charlotte, MEd
Wendy Coffey (Math) - Tennessee Temple University, BS
Matt Cummings (Spanish) – Gardner-Webb University, BA
Kim Freeman (Bible) - Kennesaw St. University, BA; Dallas Theological Seminary, MA
Donna Gooch (Art) – Ohio State University, BA
Christina Gross (Social Studies) – Covenant College, BS; UNC-Charlotte, MEd
Scott Henry (Social Studies) – Hillsdale College, BA; Grace College, MEd
Barry Howard (Band)- Wingate University, BM; University of South Carolina, MMEd; Charlotte School of Law, JD
Jeanette McDowell (Math/Pathways) - Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, BA
Amanda Mendieta (Science) – UNC-Chapel Hill, BA
Missy Miles (Language Arts) – Appalachian State University, BS; Winthrop University, MA
Susan Rudisill (Voices of Praise) – Winthrop University, BME
Rhonda Salter (Language Arts) - University of NC at Charlotte, BA
Rock Schulz (Social Studies/Study Skills) – University of Wisconsin, BS
Chester Shepherd (Drama) - Bethel College, BA, English & Theatre Arts; Western Illinois University / MFA Acting
Scott Spruill (Ignite Band)
Terri Tedesco (Computer Science) – Queens University, BA
Amy Van Dusen (Language Arts) – Liberty University, BS
Irvin Williamson (PE) - University of North Carolina at Charlotte, BS

To email faculty members, use this formula:  last name first initial@carmelchristian.org (doej@carmelchristian.org)

Sheila Nelson, High School Principal
(Tenessee Temple, BS: UNC Charlotte, MEd)
nelsons@carmelchristian.org

Dan Siftar, High School Assistant Principal
(Miami University, BS; Winthrop University, MEd)
siftard@carmelchristian.org

Kate Johnson, Administrative Assistant
(Vanguard University, BA)
johnsonk@carmelchristian.org

Guidance
Clay Kessler, High School Counselor/Registrar
(Appalachian State University, BS; Regent University, MA)
kesslerc@carmelchristian.org

Marsha Berry College and Career Counselor
(Bob Jones University, BS; Clemson University, MEd)
berrym@carmelchristian.org

Carey Haan , High School Academic Counselor
(University of South Florida, BS, Liberty University, MEd)
haanc@carmelchristian.org

FACULTY
Ben Bash (Marketing & Entrepreneurship) -Southwestern University, BA; University of Texas School of Law, JS; Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, MA Candidate
Karen Bradbury (Health/PE) – Indiana University, BS; East Carolina University, MA
Kay Brinkley (Bible) – Wingate University, BS; Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, MA
Laura Carpenter (Math) – NC State University, BS
Brandy Caton (Photography/Yearbook)  - East Carolina University, BS
Lisa Denney (Science) – University of Illinois, BS
Jennifer Dixon (English) – UNC-Chapel Hill, BA, Liberty University, MEd
Alexandria Fox (Social Studies) – UNC-Chapel Hill, BA; UNC-Charlotte, MAT
Stephen Gesin (Science) – Cedarville University, BA; SUNY Cortland, MS.Ed, Liberty University, Ed.S
Terry Gilmore (Math) -East Carolina University, BS
Wendy Grace,  (Math) – Florida State University, B.S.Ed, M.S.Ed.
Kristi Grogan (Study Skills) – Samford University, BS, BA, BA
Karen Harrell (English) - Baptist University (Atlanta) BS; Liberty University, MEd
Kevin Honbarger (Bible) – Pfeiffer University, BS; Duke Divinity School, MA of Divinity
Jackie Hovious (Science) - Judson University, BA; Aurora University, MA
Cory Kessler (English) - Columbia International University, BS; MA
Suzanne McBroom (English) – UNC-Greensboro BS, NC State BS, UNC Charlotte Graduate Certificate in Teaching
Glenn McIntyre (Math) - Miami University (Oxford) BA,  Bowling Green State University, MA
Joel McMillon (Bible) – Auburn University, BS; Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, MDiv
Jane Mendlik (Band) – Alfred University, BA
Meredith Mente (English) - The Crown College, BA; Bob Jones University, MA
Theresa Menendez (English) – Liberty University, BS
Caroline Parsons (Social Studies) – Western Carolina University, BA; College of Charleston & The Citadel, MA
Jamie Pittman, (Computer) - UNC Charlotte, BS
Michael Quint (Bible) – North Greenville University, BA
Marilis Santos (World Languages-Spanish) – University of Puerto Rico, BA
Chester Shepherd (Drama) - Bethel College, BA, English & Theatre Arts; Western Illinois University / MFA Acting
Amy Simmons (Art) – East Carolina University, BFA
Melissa Solomon (Social Studies) - California State University, BA
Scott Spruill (Ignite Band)
Flores Tochihuitl (World Languages-Spanish, Study Skills) – Excelsior College, BS; New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, MDiv
Ailene Vayas (World Languages-Spanish) – University of Puerto Rico, BA, MEd
Irvin Williamson (PE) - University of North Carolina at Charlotte, BS

To email faculty members, use this formula:  last name first initial@carmelchristian.org (doej@carmelchristian.org)

Director
Debbie Yates

Enrichment Coordinator/Admin. Assistant
Veronica Romero

Program Assistant
Deanna Brown

Program Staff
Louvenda Milligan
Elizabeth Johnson
Sharyn Thackston
Suzie Amick
Kelly Hudson
Jennifer Barbero
Barbara Womack
John Manoharan
Rhonda Adams
Julie Castaldi
Amy Klovstad
Olivia Pearson
Elisabeth Jordan
Emma Harper

Music Instructors
Micki Burns
Carolyn Decker
Kelly Hudson

Odyssey of the Mind
Mandy Cheshire
Alex Fox
Amy Van Dusen

Timothy Project
Joel McMillon