Monica grew up in Wewoka, OK. She majored in Theatre Arts and English Creative Studies while attending the University of Central Oklahoma. In her free time, she enjoys writing stories, knitting and photography.

Toni has a Bachelor of Music degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Oklahoma with additional studies in flute piano, and choral conducting. She studied Graduate Music at OU where she was a graduate music assistant, teaching group and private voice. She received her Kodaly Level 1 certification last summer at the Chenaniah Summer Music Institute at New St. Andrews College in Moscow, Idaho. Toni enjoys watching College Football and cheering for the Sooners!

Kayla Batson graduated from Oklahoma Christian University with a degree in Early Childhood Education. Kayla and her husband have two young children. She enjoys cooking, reading and spending time with her family. 

Mary Beth graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a BFA in 3D Art. Her two daughters are the light of her life. Mary Beth enjoys visiting the lake, reading and creating all kinds of art. 

Stephanie graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a degree in Elementary Education. After teaching at a Christian school in Tulsa for three years, she moved to Forth Worth and earned her Masters in Christian Education from Southwest Baptist Theological Seminary. She has been teaching at a classical Christian school in Fort Worth for the past three years and is beyond excited to be back in the great state of Oklahoma.

Carleigh graduated from Oklahoma Baptist University in 2011 with her degree in secondary English education with Cum Laude honors. Previously she taught fourth and fifth grades at Covenant Classical School in Forth Worth. She and her husband are in love with classical Christian education and can't wait for their infant son to join The Academy!

Charity graduated with a BA in Speech Communications. She has been blessed to spend time working with children overseas and is excited to continue working with the young scholars of The Academy.

Amanda graduated from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma with a BA in Communications and a minor in French. She spent two and a half years in North Africa but now lives in Washington with her husband and two girls (both Academy students).

Laura is a graduate of Abilene Christian University where she earned a BS in Psychology.  She has taught at The Academy for several years in various grade levels including PreK, first grade and fifth grade. Laura and her husband, Trent, have three children who attend The Academy. 

Jenny graduated from Flagler University with a BS in Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements and a Minor in Early Childhood Development. Jenner and her husband are from south Florida originally and moved to Oklahoma in 2016. In her free time, Jenny loves to read, spend time with family and love on her dog. 

Sarah received her BA from Baylor University, where she double majored in Museum Studies and History and minored in Classics. She holds a MA in Public History from the University of South Carolina. Sarah is a Bibliophibian. In addition to books, she loves reptiles, creepy-crawlies of sorts, crafting, and crosswords. 

Amy graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.  For the past 5 years, Amy has been partnering with the Academy to educate her children in the blended model.   She lives in Tuttle with her husband and their three children.  

Catie graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a MS in English Education. She spent several years teaching high school literature in Norman, and one year teaching 6th and 7th grade language arts at The Academy. She and her husband have three children, the oldest of whom is in Kindergarten at The Academy. 

Kim graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a degree in Community Health and Sociology. She has worked with children in many different settings for several years. She and her husband Micah live in Mustang and have one son who attends the south blended campus of The Academy.

Jenny earned her BA in Elementary Education from East Central University and an MA of Education in Instructional Media-Library Information from the University of Central Oklahoma. She and her husband, Ben, live in Oklahoma City with their two daughters.

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Katie graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachelors of Science degree in nursing, and Georgetown Universiy with a Masters of Science in nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner. She and her husband Todd have one daughter who is a student at The Academy. Katie enjoys practicing medicine, crafting, walking, and leading children's Bible studies.

Ashley graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma where she majored in Fine Arts and minored in Russian History. She enjoys nature, caring for her vegetable garden, and spending time with her husband and two children. Her son and daughter are students at The Academy.

Amanda Jackson graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a BBA in Business Management, and has begun her Masters in Psychology. She was married in 2001 to her husband, Jeremiah, and they have 3 boys. Her passions include health and wellness, cultivating Christ-centered relationships and encouraging others to discover and pursue their God-give gifts and talents to impact the world for His Kingdom. 

Gaylee is a graduate of Western Washington University in Bellingham, Washington, where she earned her BA in Special Education. She also holds a certification in Early Childhood Education, and has been teaching students in a variety of settings over the past 16 years. She and her husband, Michael, have three children. She loves traveling, music, and time spent with family and friends.

Darci graduated from the University of Oklahoma and holds an Oklahoma teaching certificate in Art. She and her husband, Jeff, have six children. She is passionate about missions and enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her family.

Helen Morris graduated from Birmingham-Southern College with a BA in Vocal Performance and from Covenant Theological Seminary with an MA in Worship and Music. Originally from the Southeast, she and her husband Scott are enjoying life in Oklahoma since moving to Norman in 2016. Helen enjoys reading, stitching, and sharing her love of music with students! 

Danielle Nusbaum is a graduate from Oklahoma Christian University with BA in Psychology. She has two children and a wonderful husband. She loves working with younger children, traveling, baking, and ballroom dancing. 

Jessica is a graduate of the University of Arkansas where she earned a BS in elementary education and her MA in Teaching.  She and her husband, Brent, have one daughter and two sons at The Academy.  Jessica loves traveling, running, her sweet family, and a good book.

Pat graduated from UCO with a Master's degree in Reading Education and has taught for twenty-five years in a variety of elementary settings. She loves flower gardening, piano and reading. She and her husband, Bob, have six wonderful grandchildren.

Tina earned her BA from Hillsdale Free Will Baptist College. She and her husband, Russell, have two married children and one grandson. She enjoys photography, quilting, reading, and serving with the 1040i ministry in Ivory Coast, West Africa.

Kimberly earned her Bachelors in English, with minors in Religion and Business. She loves working with students and leading them in physical education or athletics.

Sarah graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Bachlelors Degree in Elementary Education and a Masters Degree in Adult and Higher Ed with emphasis in Intercollegiate Athletic Administration. Sarah and her husband Shawn live in Norman and have three children who attend The Academy. She enjoys time with friends and family, running, and watching sports. Sarah also holds the position of Assistant Athletic Director and Head Cross Country coach at The Academy. 

Andrea graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in Nutrition. Realizing her passion for ministry she then attended the Kanakuk Institute, a year long discipleship program, that partnered with John Brown University where she received a Masters of Ministry- Youth & Family.  She has worked with children in many different settings for several years, and is excited to continue that at the Academy. She and her husband Bobby live in Edmond and have two boys. 

Twila is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma, and is certified in Early Childhood Education. She and her husband Dan have 3 grown children, 2 who are married and 5 grandchildren. Twila is passionate about teaching Kindergarten and enjoys family time and gardening. 

Tana grew up in Norman and graduated from Oklahoma State University with a BS in Secondary English Education.  Her Master’s in Reading Education is from Northeastern State University. She spent four years in the public schools teaching English for 8^th through 12^th grades and has enjoyed tutoring students of all ages as a Reading Specialist.  She and her husband, Matt, have two children who attend South Campus. She enjoys traveling with her family, running, and snuggling up with a cup of coffee and a good book.

Allison is a graduate of Oklahoma Baptist University where she earned a BA in history and anthropology and plans to pursue higher education in the future. She enjoys gardening, good coffee, and a well-placed Lord of the Rings reference.

Holly is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication and a minor in Anthropology.  She has worked with children in a variety of school-related roles over the last several years. She and her husband Chris live in Edmond and have two daughters, both of whom attend The Academy. In her spare time, Holly loves to travel, hike and spend time with family.

Jennifer graduated from Baylor University with a BA in Elementary Education. She taught third grade in private and public schools for 8 years, and has spent the last few years homeschooling. She and her husband Kevin have three children who attend The Academy. Jennifer loves reading, gardening, hiking, and going on adventures with her family.

Shelley Spearman is a graduate of Southern Nazarene University with a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education. Shelley has over 18 years teaching experience in elementary education and 5 years experience in special education. She and her husband, John, have 3 daughters and enjoy weekends at the lake, travel, musical theater and just spending time together. 

Allison is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma where she earned her BA in Psychology. She and her husband stay busy with their four children. She enjoys the outdoors, reading, gardening, and traveling.

Having home-schooled her five children, Peggy enjoys sharing in the education journey of her two grandchildren who attend The Academy. In her leisure time, she and her husband, Earl, enjoy vising other children and grandchildren in New York, San Francisco, Portland and the Philippines. 

Jennifer graduated from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a BA in humanities. She and her husband Mark have one son, Ethan, and a golden retriever named Kody. Jennifer enjoys crocheting, hiking, strategy board games, and spending time with her family.  

Stephanie graduated in 2011 from the University of Oklahoma where she majored in Psychology, focusing on Child Development and Art Therapy. Stephanie and her husband, Matthew, live in Norman where she also works as an artist at Pinot's Palette. Stephanie enjoys traveling, painting, Sooner Football, and spending time with family and friends. 

Holly graduated from Midwestern State University with a Bachelors of Music degree. Holly and her husband have two boys, both of whom attend The Academy. She loves music, crafting, reading, and spending time with her family. 

Zereta graduated from MACU with a BS in Christian Ministries. Previously, she served five years in the United States Navy as a Seabee where she met her husband, John. After their enlistments, they moved to Chicago and were involved in Church-planting. Relocating to Blanchard in 2012, they are currently building a home there. They have two daughters: one who attends South campus.

A graduate of Gustavus Adolphus College with a BA in Music and English and teaching certification from the University of Oklahoma, Alison loves to hike, camp, and swim with her husband and four children.

Missy graduated from Geneva College in Pennsylvania with a BS in Elementary Education. She taught four years at a Christian school in Enid, Oklahoma before moving to Oklahoma City.