Preschool
Anderson, Katherine
– Preschool Director
– K4 Lead Teacher
– Colts Kids Camps
– Summer Camp Director
– Little Colts Cheer Coach
A.A.S. in Early Childhood, Vance-Granville Community College
Years teaching: 23
Email: kanderson@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2204
Finch, Jamie
– K3 Preschool Teacher
– Little Colts Assistant Cheer Coach
– MS & Varsity Cheer Coach
A.A.S. in Information Systems, Vance-Granville Community College
Years teaching: 3
Email: jfinch@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2124
Pace, Jenny
– K3 Preschool Assistant
– Middle School Cheer Coach
AAS in Teaching Preparation, Vance-Granville Community College
Years teaching: 2
Email: jpace@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2124
Short, Rebecca Kate
– K3 Preschool Assistant
– High School Diploma, Crossroads Christian School
– Currently a student at Vance-Granville Community College
Certifications: CPR; BBP
Years teaching: 2
Email: rshort@ccscolts.org
Harmon, Lindsay
– K4 Preschool Teacher
– Little Colts/Junior Colts Cheer Coach
A.A.S. in Applied Sciences (Radiography), Vance-Granville Community College
A.A.S. in Early Childhood Education, Vance-Granville Community College
Years teaching: 8
Email: lharmon@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2202
Twigg, Crystal
– K4 Preschool Assistant
B.S. in Business Management, Curry College (Massachusetts)
Years teaching: 3
Certification: CPR
Email: ctwigg2@ccscolts.org
Lower School
Boyd, Victoria
– Kindergarten
B.A. in Linguistics; Minor in Speech & Hearing Sciences, UNC-Chapel Hill
Years teaching: 3
Email: vboyd@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2201
Munn, Joan
– Kindergarten
B.S. in Elementary Education, UNC-Wilmington
Years teaching: 30
Email: jmunn@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2205
Short, Wendy P.
– Kindergarten
B.S. in Child Development, Meredith College
NC Teaching License K-6
ACSI Certification – in progress
Years teaching: 27
Email: wpshort@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2203
Stewart, Candice
– Kindergarten
B.S. in Business, Peace College
Temporary NC State Teaching Certification
Years teaching: 5
Email: cstewart@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2206
Yancey, Alexandria
– Kindergarten Assistant
B.S. in Business Administration, William Peace University
Years teaching: 2
Email: kyancey@ccscolts.org
Norwood, Hannah
– Kindergarten
Years teaching: 2
Email: hnorwood@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2203
Bartholomew, Alison
– 1st Grade
– Lower School Lead Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education from Campbell University
NC Certification: K-6 & Middle School Language Arts
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 17 in the classroom; 7 homeschool
Email: abartholomew@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2212
King, Megan
– 1st Grade Assistant
MSN in Nursing Leadership, East Carolina University
Years teaching: 2
Email: mking@ccscolts.org
Whitby, Elizabeth
– 1st Grade
B.S. in Elementary Education, Minor in Child Studies, East Carolina University
Years teaching: 11
Email: ewhitby@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2214
Green, Mikayla
– 2nd Grade
B.S. in Child Development, Meredith College
NC Teaching License K-6
Years teaching: 7
Email: mgreen@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2213
Whitby, Elizabeth
– 1st Grade
B.S. in Elementary Education, Minor in Child Studies, East Carolina University
Years teaching: 11
Email: ewhitby@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2214
Wolfe, Calli
– 2nd Grade
B.S. in Educational Services, East Carolina University
Years teaching: 4
Email: cwolfe@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2215
Krieg, Megan
– 3rd Grade
B.S. in Elementary Education, NC State University
– ACSI Certification – in progress
Years teaching: 5
Email: mkrieg@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2213
Wade, Jennifer
– 3rd Grade
B.S. in Elementary Education, Liberty University
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 10
Email: jwade@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2717
Herendeen, Jenna
– 4th Grade
B.S. in Elementary Education, Hyles-Anderson College
ACSI Interim Certification
Years teaching: 18
Email: jherendeen@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2510
Norwood, Hannah
– Kindergarten
Years teaching: 2
Email: hnorwood@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2203
Hill, Elizabeth
– 4th Grade Bible, Math, Science
B.S. in Psychology & Youth Ministry (double major), Charleston Southern University
ACSI Certification: in progress
Years teaching: 4
Email: ehill@ccscolts.org | Phone Extension: 2508
Talley, Carrie
– 4th Grade Assistant
– Middle School Study Hall
Years teaching: 10
Email: ctalley@ccscolts.org | Phone Extension: 2505
Gooch, Linda
– 4th/5th Grade Assistant
– 6th Grade Study Hall
Years as TA/Computer Lab Teacher: 27
Email: lgooch@ccscolts.org
Bryant, Conner
– Physical Education
(Kindergarten – 9th)
– Coach – JV Boys’ Basketball
B.A. in Exercise & Sports Science, UNC-Chapel Hill
B.A. in History, UNC-Chapel Hill
ACSI Certification: Temporary
Years teaching: 4
Email: cbryant@ccscolts.org
Jarrell, Alicia
– Music (K4 – Upper School)
– Upper School Chorus
– After-School Care Program
B.A. in Music, Lee University
M.A. in Business Leadership & Management, Liberty University
M.A. in Human Services Counseling (Family & Children)
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 10
Email: ajarrell@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2501
Jones, Betty
– PE (Lower School)
– Computer (Lower School)
B.S. in Education, Longwood College
Masters in Health and Physical Education, Longwood University Certification in Health and Physical Education
Years teaching: 30
Email: bjones@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2128/2618
Jones, Tiffany
– Computer (4th-11th)
– 8th Grade Study Hall
– B. A. in Elementary Education, UNC-Wilmington
NC Teaching License
Years teaching: 10
Email: tjones@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2128
Newbern, Annette
– Art (K4 – 12th)
– ACSI Art Festival SE District Chairman & Coordinator
– CCS Chapter Adviser for National Beta Club
– Corazon House Sponsor
B.S. in Commercial Art/Graphic Design; Minor in Computer Technology & Marketing, Appalachian State University
Years teaching: 14
ACSI Certification
Email: anewbern@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2403
Leonard, Amy
– Library
A.A., Peace College
B.A. in Communications, North Carolina State University
M.S. in Library Science, North Carolina Central University
Years: 26
Email: aleonard@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2131
Peralta, Amy
– Spanish (4th – 8th)
High School Spanish I & II
B.B.A., Campbell University
ACSI Certification: In Progress
Years teaching: 22
Email: aperalta@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2602
Upper School
Bennett, Anthony
– Middle School History (6th-8th)
– Varsity Girls Soccer Coach
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 3
Email: abennett@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2515
Bryant, Conner
– Physical Education (Kindergarten – 9th)
– Coach – JV Boys’ Basketball
B.A. in Exercise & Sports Science, UNC-Chapel Hill
B.A. in History, UNC-Chapel Hill
ACSI Certification: Temporary
Years teaching: 4
Email: cbryant@ccscolts.org
Capps, Anita
– 6th Math
– 7th Math
– 8th Math
– Algebra I Honors
B.A. in Elementary Education K-6, Math 5 – Algebra I, Marshall University
ACSI Certification
Virginia State License
Years teaching: 21
Email: acapps@ccscolts.org | Phone Extension: 2512
Capps, Jonathan
– Accounting
Email: jcapps@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2601
Goyette, Karen
– Lower School Assistant Principal
– Honors Algebra II
M.Ed. in Administration & Supervision, Liberty University
B.S. in Mathematics Education, Pensacola Christian College
ACSI Certification: Professional/Lifetime – All Levels Principal
Years teaching: 37
Email: kgoyette@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2114/2614
Hahn, Jason
– Guidance Counselor
– 11th US History
– 8th Grade Math
M.Div. in Christian Ministry, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
B.A. in Biblical Counseling, The Master’s University
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 10
Email: jhahn@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2111
Hahn, Rachel
– Middle School English (6th–8th)
– Assistant Coach – Middle School Girls’ Basketball
– Junior House Council Adviser
B.S. in Elementary Education, Bryan College
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 14
Email: rhahn@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2514
Jarrell, Alicia
– Music (K4 – Upper School)
– Upper School Chorus
– After-School Care Program
B.A. in Music, Lee University
M.A. in Business Leadership & Management, Liberty University
M.A. in Human Services Counseling (Family & Children)
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 9
Email: ajarrell@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2501
Kelly, Kevin
– Personal Finance
B.S. in Parks, Recreation, & Tourism Management, North Carolina State University
Years teaching: 2
Email: kkelly@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2613
Martin, Dina
– 9th Cultural Geography
– 10th World History
– 12th U. S. Government & Economics
– Corazon Sponsor (House System)
– House Council Adviser
– Christmas Market Coordinator
B.A. in History, Appalachian State University
M.Div. in Biblical Counseling, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
MAT in Secondary Education/Social Studies, Liberty University
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 18
Email: dmartin@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2613
Mattson, Rebecca
– 5th grade –English & History
Yearbook Co-Adviser
B.S. in Elementary Education, Emmaus University
B.S. in Bible, Emmaus University
Certification: Reading Endorsement, Music Minor, Special Education Core, ACSI
Years teaching: 23
Email: rmattson@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2511
May, Mandy
– 8th English
– 9th CP & Honors English
– 11th CP & Honors English
– 12th Foundation of Writing & Communications
– Junior Class Sponsor
– Prom Chair
– Nephesh House Adviser
B.S. in Communications from East Carolina University
M.A. in Teaching from East Carolina University
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 15
Email: amay@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2601
Newbern, Annette
– Art (K4 – 12th)
– ACSI Art Festival SE District Chairman & Coordinator
– CCS Chapter Adviser for National Beta Club
– Corazon House Sponsor
B.S. in Commercial Art/Graphic Design; Minor in Computer Technology & Marketing, Appalachian State University
Years teaching: 14
ACSI Certification
Email: anewbern@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2403
O’Steen, Jenny
– K-12 Principal
– Algebra I
– High School Functions, Statistics, & Trigonometry
B.A. in Organizational Communication; Minor in Psychology, University of South Alabama
M.A. in MAT Program in Education, North Carolina State University
Years teaching: 21
ACSI Certification
Email: josteen@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2110
Owens, Jonathan
– Upper School Bible (9th–11th)
B.A. in Business Administration, Campbell University
Master of Divinity, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
ACSI Certification: In Progress
Years teaching: 1
Email: jowens@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2605
Owens, Lillian
– Full-time Sub/High School Aide
B.S. in Exercise Science, Allie Health Concentration, UNC-W
Years teaching: 1st year
Email: lowens@ccscolts.org
Peralta, Amy
– Spanish (4th – 8th)
High School Spanish I & II
B.B.A., Campbell University
ACSI Certification: In Progress
Years teaching: 22
Email: aperalta@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2602
Ragsdale, Melanie
– 5th Grade Teacher Assistant
-Substitute Teacher
High School Diploma
Years teaching: 20+ in preschool
Email: mragsdale@ccscolts.org
Richardson, Scottie
– Athletic Director
– Strength & Conditioning Instructor
– Head Coach – Varsity Boys Basketball
B.S. in Marketing/Management, Jones College (Jacksonville, FL)
ACSI Certification: Temporary
Years teaching/coaching: 8/31
Email: srichardson@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2419
Russell, Ryan
– Upper School Assistant Principal
– Senior Class Sponsor
– 12th Bible (Comparative Worldviews)
– Honors Precalculus
– Honors Calculus
– Praise Band
– Student Aide Coordinator
B.S. in Computer Science & Math, Averett University
M.A. in Christian Education, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
11 years as a youth pastor
Years teaching: 17
ACSI Certification – Lifetime
Email: rrussell@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2109 (Office)
Sadler, Joy
– Physical Science
– Biology
– Environmental Science
B.S. in Environmental Science, University of Phoenix
– State of NC Certification
– ACSI Certification: Temporary
– Years teaching: 12
Email: jsadler@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2604
Savage, Jacob
– Middle School Bible
– Coach – Middle School Boys Basketball
B.A. in Preaching & Church Leadership, Johnson University
ACSI Certification – Bible Specialist
Years teaching: 15
Email: jsavage@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2513
Smith, Stephanie
– High School English (10th & 12th)
– Theater Arts I
– Yearbook Class (Yearbook Adviser)
– National Honor Society Chapter Adviser
– Senior Class Sponsor
B.A. in English/B.A. in Dramatic Arts, UNC-Chapel Hill
M.S. in Education (Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment), Walden University
Years teaching: 20
ACSI Professional Certification in English/Language Arts/Dramatic Arts
Showbie Certified Educator
Email: ssmith@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2607
Smith, Stephanie
– 5th Grade (Math, Science, Bible)
B.S. in Journalism, Texas A & M University
M.S. in Education (Teacher Leadership), Lamar University AOP (Academic Online Partnerships)
Years teaching: 20
K-6 General Education (NCDPI)
1-12 ESL (NCDPI)
TEFL, TESOL
Email: ssmith2@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2509
Twigg, Clayton
– Earth Science
– Physical Science
– Chemistry
– Geometry & Honors Geometry
B.S. in Mathematics, North Carolina State University
Years teaching: 3
Email: ctwigg@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2608
Wright, Maria
– Middle School Science
– Junior Beta Club Adviser
Corazon House Sponsor
B.A. in Elementary Education, Liberty University
ACSI Certification
Years teaching: 16
Email: mwright@ccscolts.org
Phone Extension: 2507