Team Group: Faculty

Bonnie McAlister Bonnie McAlister has been tutoring and teaching since she was in high school. She graduated from the University of Mississippi with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education, coupled with emphasis in math and English. Bonnie is certified to teach all subjects to students in Kindergarten through 6th grade and math and English to…

Christina Carter Christina Carter is an experienced math and science educator with a strong background in both traditional and online instruction. She has taught a wide range of courses, including Algebra I and II, Geometry, Pre-Algebra, Biology, and Chemistry, and has also served as a dual-enrollment instructor in partnership with Aims Community College. Christina holds…

Denise Williams Denise Williams dreamed of becoming an educator since prekindergarten. Before beginning her homeschooling journey, she spent 10 years teaching kindergarten through fifth grade in charter and private elementary schools. While she has enjoyed teaching every subject, literacy has always held a special place in her heart. A lifelong learner herself, Denise continually seeks…

Ethan Tong Ethan Tong has coached debate for seven years after an exceptional high school career that included two National Oral Advocate awards and 15 top-three placings. He’s coached over 1,100 private sessions, over 400 students, 13 clubs, and 27 debate camps. Those include six National Champions in HSMCA and NCFCA, and numerous other semi-finalists.…

Ethan Lafont Ethan Lafont began teaching in classical Christian environments in 2023. He earned a Bachelor of Science in History from the University of Mobile in 2020 and completed a Master of Arts in Biblical Studies at Redemption Seminary in 2026. Ethan is also a graduate of the Theopolis Fellows Program (2025) and works as…

Floyd Foster Floyd Foster began his career in Christian education and ministry nearly three decades ago, teaching students in church, school, and homeschool settings. He currently serves as a Bible teacher, where he teaches middle and high school students with an emphasis on biblical literacy, theological understanding, and discussion-based learning. In addition, he serves in…

James Underwood A lifelong resident of Northeast Mississippi, James Underwood previously served as an instructor, Director of Spiritual Life, and Head of the Bible Department at Tupelo Christian Preparatory School, where he taught Bible, Mathematics, and Humanities courses for twenty years. Among the extracurricular activities he led were Book Club, Praise Band, and Quiz Bowl.…

Jamie Buse Mrs. Jamie Buse has devoted the past 20 years to educating students in public, private, online, and homeschool settings. She has taught students from elementary through high school, homeschooled her three daughters for the past 14 years, and has served homeschooling families through Classical Conversations in a variety of leadership, mentoring, and tutoring…

Jennifer Davis Jennifer Davis attended the University of Georgia, where she earned both a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Master of Education in Secondary Mathematics. She began her career teaching math at Paulding County High School nearly 30 years ago. When she married her husband in 1996, she set classroom teaching aside to…

Jordan Dennis Jordan Dennis has been teaching for seven years. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Secondary Education from Wichita State University and began his teaching career as a middle school teacher. He has taught a variety of subjects, including Bible, History, Geography, Literature, and Mathematics. After a number of years teaching in…