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Elementary School Staff
Department Head for Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades - Tonya Thompson
Department Head for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades - Mrs. Connie Spencer
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Kindergarten reese@southlandchristianschool.org After graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University (May 2000), with a B.F.A. in Art Education, Mrs. Corrie Reese has obtained most of her teaching experience in middle school Art Education. She has taught at Paris Gibson Middle School in Great Falls, Montana and Mountain View Middle School in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Mrs. Reese always knew she had a passion for art but, discovered her passion for teaching Literature as well. She feels that it is important to empower young students by nurturing their creative side and teaching them how to read and write so that they may better express themselves. You will now find Mrs. Reese in her true calling, teaching Kindergarten at Southland Christian School. Now settled in Valdosta, Corrie and her husband, David, have lived here for five years. David works with Southeastern Protection Services for Moody Air Force Base and is a reservist in the Army National Guard. They have three children: Emma (7) is in first grade; Molly (5) is in pre-K and Blaine is 1 year old. The Reese family attends The Gathering. |
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Teacher's Aide Joe Ann Stafford has served as a Para-pro at Southland Christian School for 2 years. She previously taught preschool for three year olds at Faith Christian Academy. She is a member of Southland Church. She and her husband, Andrew, have resided in Valdosta for several years. They have three sons: Christian, Jarrod (UTC student), and Justin (LHS Class of 2010). Joe Ann received her certification as a Child Development Specialist from Valdosta Technical College. |
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First Grade hall@southlandchrisitanschool.org Toni Hall has is starting her third year at Southland Christian School as the first grade teacher. As a military wife she has lived all over the country. This is the third time that she has been in Valdosta, though, so she feels like she is back home. She and her husband Ron have two children: Joshua (SCS Class of 2013) and Peyton (SCS Class of 2020). She has a Bachelor’s of Science, in Early Childhood Education from Valdosta State University. Her greatest thrill is to see the “light” go on when a child understands a new concept. |
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Second Grade fletcher@southlandchristianschool.org Virginia Fletcher, our second grade teacher, has taught at Southland Christian School for three years. She and her husband, Bobby, have lived in Valdosta for most of their lives. They have three children: Chris, Jennifer, and Patrick (SCS Class of 2012). Virginia holds a Bachelor of Science in Education Degree from Valdosta State University. |
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Third Grade lisse@southlandchristianschool.org Mary Lisse, our third grade teacher, is a new addition to our Southland family. Mary and her husband of 19 years, Dieter, have two daughters: Amrie (SCS Class of 2014) and Alden (SCS Class of 2018). Mary has been teaching for 16 years, 11 of them have been spent in public school, and the last four years have been at Crossroads Baptist School in Valdosta. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Education Degree at Valdosta State University. Mary and her family attend Christ’s Fellowship Church. |
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Fourth Grade thompson@southlandschristianschool.org Tonya Thompson has taught at Southland Christian School since its inception in 1999. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education from Brewton-Parker College. She and her daughter Shelby (SCS Class of 2010) live in Brooks County with their 3 beautiful cats, Baby, Pookie, and Jack. Tonya states, “Teaching is more than just a job, it is my passion.” |
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Fifth Grade spencer@southlandchristianschool.org Connie Spencer, our 5th grade teacher, has taught at Southland Christian School for 10 years and has served as department head for 3 of those years. She has taught for more than 25 years in the 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th grades. She and her husband, Tim, live in Quitman and have four children Timothy, Ashlee, Savannah, and Will. They have two adorable grandchildren. Mrs. Spencer loves singing, traveling, and playing with her grandkids. Mrs. Spencer states, “Each day I try to remember the 2 P’s; to teach with passion and to practice what I teach.” |
 Mrs. April Coleman |
Physical Education |
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Sports Manager
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Spanish Athletic Director
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