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)
Cathy Gammer - Academic Specialist (Louisana State University, BS)
Kristi Grogan, Academic Specialist (Samford University, BS, BA; BA)
Erin Kayton, Academic Specialist (Wingate University, BS)
Martha Kinney, Speech Pathologist (NC State, BA; ASU- MA CCC-SLP)
Jeanette McDowell, Academic Specialist (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, BA)
Meredith Swaim, Academic Specialist (University of North Carolina at Charlotte, BA; Special Education Certificate)
Lauren Wall, Academic Specialist (Clemson University, BS)
Stephanie Wilburn, Academic Specialist (University of North Carolina at Charlotte, BS; UNCC, AIG Graduate Certificate)
To email Pathways staff, 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