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PRATTVILLE
CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
2009 -
2010 FACULTY & STAFF |
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Elementary
Faculty |
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Mallory Gatlin
PreK3 |
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Patty Benson
Pre-K |
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Patty
Benson has been teaching at
Prattville
Christian
Academy
off and on for 10 years.
P.C.A. is fortunate to have her as one of our 1st
grade teachers. She
earned a B.S. Elementary Education from
Faulkner
University
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spring, Patty plans to go back to school and study for a
masters in elementary education.
Patty hails from
Montgomery
with her husband and two children.
Some of Patty’s hobbies include shopping,
cooking, reading and spending time with her family.
The Christian environment is what Patty likes
about P.C.A. Her
favorite Bible verse is Romans 8:28.
“And we know that God causes everything to work
together for the good of those who love God and are
called according to his purpose for them.” |
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Kim Hardy
Pre-K |
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Kim
has been teaching Pre-Kindergarten at
Prattville
Christian
Academy
for the last 5 years.
She is working hard and almost finished with her
degree. Kim
was born in
Tennessee
but raised in
Alabama
. She is
married and has two children. Her
hobbies are reading, outdoor activities and spending
time with her family.
The Christian environment is what Kim likes about
teaching at P.C.A. Her
favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3:5-6.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean
not on your own understanding; in all your ways
acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."
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Nancy Rambo
Kindergarten
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Nancy
is back at
Prattville
Christian
Academy
for the 2009-2010 school year.
This is her 3rd year to teach
Kindergarten. She
earned her B.S. in Early Childhood Education from
Auburn
University
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Nancy
is married with two children and is from
Montgomery
,
Alabama
. Her favorite
hobby is reading. The
best thing Nancy likes about teaching at P.C.A. is being
able to incorporate God/Christ in her classroom.
She also loves being in a Christian atmosphere.
Nancy
’s favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13.
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens
me.” |
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Kathy Moore
Kindergarten |
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Prattville
Christian
Academy
is thrilled to have Kathy Moore teaching Kindergarten.
Although this is her first year at PCA, Kathy has
taught for many years. She
holds a Masters in Early Childhood Education and is
Nationally Board Certified. Kathy
has been married 27 years and has three children and a
son-in-law. Her
hobbies are scrap booking, reading, family trips, decorating
at her church, and teaching puppet ministry.
Kathy feels very blessed to be at PCA.
She likes knowing she is where God wants her to be
and is enjoying being around other Christians.
Kathy has two favorite Bible verses.
Philippians 4:13.
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens
me.” Matthew
6:26. “Look at
the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away
in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them.
Are you not much more valuable than they?”
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Amy Hightower
First Grade
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Amy
Hightower has been at
Prattville
Christian
Academy
for four years. This
school year 2008-2009, she is teaching 1st grade.
She graduated from Auburn University Montgomery with
a B.S. in Early Childhood Education.
Amy lives in
Montgomery
with her husband of 24 years and has three children.
She enjoys reading and baking.
Amy loves being able to share God’s work with the
children. She
also loves the family atmosphere where everyone knows
everyone. Luke
1:37 is her favorite Bible verse.
“For nothing is impossible with God.” |
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Teresa Stacy
First Grade
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Teresa
Stacy is teaching a Prattville Christian Academy First
Grade this 2009-2010 school year.
She is returning to P.C.A. for the 6th
year. Teresa
earned a B.S. in Childhood Education from Auburn
University Montgomery.
She has been married for 38 years and has three
sons (and one daughter-in-law).
Teresa calls
Prattville
,
Alabama
her home. Her
hobbies include reading, playing the piano and Auburn
football games. Teresa
loves P.C.A. and working with Christian people.
She also loves the freedom to incorporate her
faith and love for the Lord in her teaching all day
long. Her
favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13.
“I can do all things through Christ who
strengthens me.” |
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Nancy Dicks
Second Grade
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This is her first year of
teaching at
Prattville
Christian
Academy
, although not her first year of teaching.
Nancy
is teaching one of our 2nd grade classes.
She earned Bachelors, Masters and Education
Specialist Degrees in Elementary Education from Auburn
University Montgomery.
Nancy
lives in
Prattville
with her husband and two children.
Some of her hobbies are walking, reading and
spending time with her family.
What Nancy likes about teaching at P.C.A. is
being constantly reminded that we are here to glorify
God. Her
favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3:5-6.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and
lean not on your own understanding.
Acknowledge Him in all your ways, and He will
make your paths straight.”
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Brigitte McCawley
Second Grade
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Brigitte
McCawley is thrilled to be back at P.C.A. for the 2nd
year to teach 2nd grade – self contained.
Brigitte graduated from
Faulkner
State
Communication
College
– A.S. in Secondary Education,
University
of
Mobile
– B.S. in Early childhood Education and
University
of
Mobile
– B. S. in Elementary Education.
She is from Daphne,
Alabama
(
Baldwin
County
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married with two children, and three grown step-children
(who have two children). She loves being called ‘Me Me’!
Brigitte enjoys writing poetry, working with children
and youth, sporting activities (racing) with my family,
hunting and fishing, and football (roll tide!)J
What Brigitte likes about teaching at P.C.A. if the freedom
to integrate God’s work and biblical principles into daily
living and teaching. It
is awesome to have the freedom and the calling go to help
our youth grow spiritually and academically.
Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13.
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens
me.” |
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Allison Deason
Third Grade
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Kim Stephenson
Third Grade |
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Denean Fike
Fourth Grade |
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Marilyn Greer
Fourth Grade
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Marilyn
Greer is teaching 4th grade Science, Social
Studies, Math and Bible for Prattville Christian Academy
2008-2009. He
earned a B.A. Elementary Education from
Harding
University
in
Arkansas
. She has
been teaching at P.C.A. for four years.
Marilyn is from
Montgomery
,
Alabama
and lives there with her husband.
All three of her children have graduated from
P.C.A. In
her spare time, Marilyn enjoys gardening, reading,
travel and decorating.
Marilyn loves teaching at P.C.A. because she is
surrounded by Godly people who share the common goal of
glorifying Him by serving students and their families.
Her favorite Bible part is Psalm 78. |
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Amy Hudnall
Fifth Grade
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Katie Griffies
Fifth Grade |
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Patricia Dean
Sixth Grade
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Patricia
Dean is returning to P.C.A. for the 2008-2009 school
year to each 6th grade
Reading
and Language Arts after being a substitute teacher last
year in 5th grade.
She is a graduate of the
University
of
Memphis
with a B.S. in Elementary Education and a M.Ed. in
Guidance and Counseling.
Pat has been married for 35 years with two sons.
She enjoys spending time with her family and
reading. Pat
says what she likes about P.C.A. is the family
atmosphere and that she can speak freely about Christ.
Her favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 40:31 “But
those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and
not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” |
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Melodee Sweeney
Sixth Grade
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Prattville
Christian
Academy
is happy to have Melodee Sweeney join our faculty to
teach 6th grade Science and Math.
From
Valdosta
State
University
she earned a B.A. in History.
She also earned a Professional Teaching
Certificate in 5-9 Integrated Curriculum and 6-12 Social
Services. Melodee
came from
Houston
,
Texas
with her husband and three children.
She enjoys reading, cooking, singing and working
on her M.S. degree in Space Studies.
Melodee likes the family-like atmosphere at PCA. She
says “It’s not like coming to work.”
Her favorite Bible verse is Psalms 1:1.
“Blessed is the man who does not walk in the
counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or
sit in the seat of mockers.” |
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Allen Stuart
Elementary PE |
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Allen
will be teaching Physical Education K – 6th
grade at
Prattville
Christian
Academy
this year. He
earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from Auburn
University Montgomery.
Allen came from
Union Springs
,
Alabama
. He is
married with one child.
His hobbies are watching sports “Roll Tide”,
golf, fishing and watching movies.
The best thing that Allen likes about teaching at
PCA is the faculty and staff.
I Samuel 17:45-50, the David and Goliath story is
Allen’s favorite Bible story. |
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Jennifer Coburn
Elementary PE Aide |
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Cindy Mitchell
Media Specialist |
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Amy Jolley
Computer |
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Amy
Jolley is returning for her 5th year at P.C.A. to
teach Elementary Computer and Bible.
She graduated college from
Faulkner
University
in 1996 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education.
Amy lives in Clanton with her husband, Lance and her
daughter, Claire Ellen and stepdaughter, Megan.
Her hobbies include computer, photography, and
traveling, spending time with friends and family.
She is very involved at Clanton Church of Christ with
the Ladies Ministry and is the Children’s Ministry
Director. Amy is
also President of Mom & Me –
Chilton
County
, Education Committee for Chilton County Humane Society.
Most of all she enjoys being a mom and wife.
Amy likes the way everyone works together at P.C.A.
toward a common goal – To glorify God in all we do.
The school teachers and administration are very
organized. Amy
has so many favorite Bible verses, but she did give us three
(and in this order.) Galatians
6:9 - “And
let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we
shall reap if we do not lost heart.”
Romans 12:2 – “And do not be conformed to this
world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that
you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect
will of God.” Romans
8:28 – “And we know that all things work together for
good to those who love God, to those who are the called
according to His purpose.” |
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Lori Roberson
Computer
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Art |
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Music |
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Mayra Atchley
Pre-K - 6th Spanish,
1st - 3rd Aide |
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| Graduated
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University of North
Florida |
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Bachelor of Science in
Art Education |
| With PCA
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2008 |
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| Graduated
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American Montessori
Society |
| With PCA
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2008 |
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| Graduated
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University of Puerto Rico |
| With PCA
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2008 |
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Secondary Faculty
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Bible/P.E. |
Jason Roberson |
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| Graduated
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Faulkner University |
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Bachelor of Science |
| With PCA
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2001 |
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History and Bible |
Jesse Bastin |
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| Graduated
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Faulkner University |
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Bachelor of Science in
English and Bible |
| With PCA
Since |
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2008 |
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Bible and Spanish |
Katie Furr |
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| Graduated
From |
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Troy University |
| Degree |
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Bachelor of Science in
Education |
| With PCA
Since |
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2008 |
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English, Drama & Computer |
Rhonda Flanagan |
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| Graduated
From |
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Auburn University
Montgomery |
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Master of Arts in Liberal
Arts |
| With PCA
Since |
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2008 |
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English |
Wade Brackins |
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Graduated From
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Degree
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With PCA Since
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English |
Angela Cantrell |
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| Graduated
From |
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Faulkner University |
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Bachelor of Science in
Education |
| With PCA
Since |
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2002 |
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History |
Neal Parker |
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| Graduated
From |
Harding Graduate School
of Religion |
| Degree |
M.A.R. |
| With PCA
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2002 |
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History |
Kathy Mong |
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| Graduated
From |
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Huntington College |
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Bachelors of Arts in
History |
| With PCA
Since |
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2009 |
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Math |
Ken Bowen |
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Graduated From
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Auburn University
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Degree
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Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
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With PCA Since
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2008
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Science |
Lesli Carter |
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| Graduated
From |
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Auburn University
Montgomery |
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Bachelor of Science |
| With PCA
Since |
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2004 |
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Science and Math |
Kim Surber |
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| Graduated
From |
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Mobile College |
| Degree |
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Bachelor of Science in
Science |
| With PCA
Since |
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2008 |
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Spiritual Director and Secondary Bible |
Baron Goins |
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| Graduated
From |
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University of South
Alabama |
| Degree |
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Bachelor of Science in
Sociology/Psychology |
| With PCA
Since |
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2007 |
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Secondary Science/ Biology |
Val Brown |
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| Graduated
From |
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Auburn University |
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Bachelor of Science in
Microbiology, Master of Science in Secondary Biology
Education |
| With PCA
Since |
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2007 |
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Secondary Ensemble / Band |
Andy Loudermilk |
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| Graduated
From |
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Faulkner University |
| Degree |
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In progress |
| With PCA
Since |
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2006 |
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Spanish |
Erin Bowman |
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| Graduated
From |
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Harding University |
| Degree |
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Master of Science in
Education |
| With PCA
Since |
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2008 |
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Secondary PE
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Clint Lowery |
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| Graduated
From |
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Troy University |
| Degree |
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Bachelor of Science |
| With PCA
Since |
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2006 |
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Athletic Director and Secondary History |
Sam Peak |
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| Graduated
From |
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Troy University |
| Degree |
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Bachelor of Science in
History |
| With PCA
Since |
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2007 |
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Art |
Peggy Raines |
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| Graduated
From |
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Auburn University in
Montgomery |
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Bachelor of Arts in
Fine and Liberal Arts |
| With PCA
Since |
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2005 |
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AP English & Journalism |
Kim Webster |
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| Graduated
From |
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University of
Alabama |
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Master of Arts in
English |
| With PCA
Since |
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2006 |
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Math/Eng |
Lisa Missildine |
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| Graduated
From |
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Faulkner University |
| Degree |
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Bachelor of Science in
Education Math & English |
| With PCA
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2000 |
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Staff
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President and Elementary Principal |
Ron Mitchell |
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| Graduated
From |
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University of Northern
Colorado |
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Master of Arts |
| With PCA
Since |
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2004 |
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Secondary Principal |
Jack Exum |
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| Graduated
From |
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Auburn University |
| Degree |
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Master of Education |
| With PCA
Since |
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2004 |
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Elementary Assistant Principal |
Leslie Cowell |
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| Graduated
From |
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University of West
Florida |
| Degree |
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Master of Education |
| With PCA
Since |
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2006 |
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Director of Admissions |
Deborah Kicker |
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| Graduated
From |
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Faulkner University |
| Degree |
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Bachelor of Science |
| With PCA
Since |
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2003 |
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Secondary
Counselor |
Rachael Heartsill |
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| Graduated
From |
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Auburn University
Montgomery |
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Master of Education in
Learning Disabilities |
| With PCA
Since |
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2004 |
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Office Director |
Vikki Hunt |
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| Graduated
From |
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Auburn University |
| Degree |
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Business Management |
| With PCA
Since |
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2003 |
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School Secretary |
Lara Williams |
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Attendance Secretary |
Laura Ann Scott |
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With PCA Since
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2008
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Secondary Teachers
Aide |
Ginny Carlisle |
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With PCA
Since
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2006
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Substitute Coordinator |
Gail Chapman |
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Elementary Counselor |
Debbie Cowell |
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| Graduated
From |
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Southern Christian
University |
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MS in Marriage and Family
Therapy |
| With PCA
Since |
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2006 |
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IT Coordinator |
Jan Lowery |
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| Graduated
From |
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Faulkner University |
| Degree |
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Bachelor of Science |
| With PCA
Since |
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2004 |
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School Nurse |
Melissa Grimes |
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| Graduated
From |
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| With PCA
Since |
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2009 |
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Food Service Director |
Jo Tatum |
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