Administration
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Michael Chambliss
Lead Pastor, WCA President
Rev. Michael Chambliss currently serves as Lead Pastor of White Chapel Church of God and oversees Warner Christian Academy as its President. Over the past two and a half decades, Michael has served in a variety of pastoral roles: Lead Pastor, Youth Pastor, Administrative Pastor, and Interim Pastor in three Church of God congregations in … Continue reading “Michael Chambliss”
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Mike Pilliod
Lead Principal
Mrs. Price enjoys reading books, traveling, watching football games and spending time with her family.
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Nealy Walton
Elementary Principal
Mrs. Walton loves being a part of the WCA family! This year she enters her new role of Elementary Principal and is so excited to be serving the K-6 grade students.
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Rebekah Leon
Assistant Principal
Mrs. Braun (WCA ’04) and her husband Barry have 3 children (Caden, Brynne and Huxley). She enjoys traveling, Florida Gator football and spending time with family and friends.
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Stacey Parsons
Admissions & Marketing Director
Mrs. Parsons has a marketing degree with a radio & television minor. She and her husband Mark have been married for 20 years. They have 2 beautiful children and are active members of First Baptist Church of Daytona.
Teachers
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Amy Stark
Kindergarten Teacher
Ms. Stark has 2 children named Stephen and Madelyn who attend WCA. She enjoys serving in the First Baptist Church children’s ministry and spending time with her family.
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Brittney Adams
Kindergarten Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Arts: Music Education (Bethune-Cookman University) Biography: Mrs. Adams has a passion to see students learn and enjoy doing so. She believes in maintaining a high standard, teaching students that God requires our best. She hopes that all her students will remember her for planting the seed of Godly excellence in their life, … Continue reading “Brittney Adams”
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Chalet Hull
Kindergarten Teacher
Education: Associate Degree: Daytona State College Child Development Associates: Flagler Institute VPK and Child Care Director Credentials: Daytona State College Bachelor of Psychology: in progress, University of Phoenix Biography: Mrs. Hull has been in Early Childhood Education since 2007. She taught VPK for 6 years before working in administration for a few years. Mrs. Hull’s … Continue reading “Chalet Hull”
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Angela Billman
Grade 1 Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science: Ministerial Leadership Associate of Arts: Elementary Education Biography: Mrs. Billman has earned an Associate Degree in Elementary Education from Daytona State College in 2018, and graduated in 2019 from Southeastern University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Ministerial Leadership, minoring in Family Ministry. She has four years of teaching experience, and is … Continue reading “Angela Billman”
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Karla Guest
Grade 1 Teacher
Mrs. Guest and her husband Jim have 1 child named Meredith Reed (WCA ’03). She enjoys spending time with Ethan her grandson, crafting, collecting miniatures, shopping, family genealogies and date night with her husband.
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Shannon Bowden
Grade 1 Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education (University of Central Florida) Biography: Ms. Bowden has been in education since graduating from University of Central Florida in 1992. She has taught at various elementary grade levels; including several years of teaching gifted student classes, and currently teaches 1st grade at WCA. Ms. Bowden’s passion is in encouraging, … Continue reading “Shannon Bowden”
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Brittney Wilson
Grade 2 Teacher
Education: Associate of Science: Early Childhood Education Biography: Mrs. Wilson has an associate degree with a focus on early childhood education. She has been happily married to her husband Jesse since 2011. They have 3 beautiful children. She and her family are active members of The Well Church of Edgewater.
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Elisa Chipman
Grade 2 Teacher
Mrs. Chipman has been married to her husband Aaron for 18 years. They have 2 cats named Elijah and Ginger. She enjoys reading, walking and spending time with her family.
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Hannah Mercer
Grade 2 Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Arts: Interdisciplinary Studies – Education and Behavioral Sciences (University of Central Florida) Biography: Ms. Mercer was a missionary in Zambia, where she served as a teacher and Assistant Director in a small private elementary school for two years. When she returned back to the US, she began teaching second grade at WCA. … Continue reading “Hannah Mercer”
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Melody Rose
Grade 3 Teacher
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Michaela Broxton
Grade 3 Teacher
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Patty Lewis
Grade 4 Teacher
Mrs. Lewis and her husband John have 4 children together named Danielle (WCA ’10), Alicia (WCA ’13), Ryanne (11th) and Kristen (8th). She enjoys reading, crafting, spending time at the beach with family and watching her children’s sporting events.
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Rebecca Mayhew
Grade 5 Teacher
Mrs. Mayhew is married to her husband Bruce. Her favorite pastimes include reading, tennis, playing piano, shopping, interior decorating, cookouts with friends and going out to dinner with her “hubby.”
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Amy Stark
Kindergarten Teacher
Ms. Stark has 2 children named Stephen and Madelyn who attend WCA. She enjoys serving in the First Baptist Church children’s ministry and spending time with her family.
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Angela Billman
Grade 1 Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science: Ministerial Leadership Associate of Arts: Elementary Education Biography: Mrs. Billman has earned an Associate Degree in Elementary Education from Daytona State College in 2018, and graduated in 2019 from Southeastern University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Ministerial Leadership, minoring in Family Ministry. She has four years of teaching experience, and is … Continue reading “Angela Billman”
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Arthur Rose
Elementary Physical Education
Coach Rose is a senior pastor of New Heights Community Church. His wife Melody teaches in the public school system. They have 2 grandchildren and 3 children named Billy, Carol and Nicole. He likes spending time with his family, golfing and sports.
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Brittney Wilson
Grade 2 Teacher
Education: Associate of Science: Early Childhood Education Biography: Mrs. Wilson has an associate degree with a focus on early childhood education. She has been happily married to her husband Jesse since 2011. They have 3 beautiful children. She and her family are active members of The Well Church of Edgewater.
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Melissa Chambliss
Elementary Music Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science (in progress): Interdisciplinary Studies (Psychology and Education) Mid-America Christian University Biography: Mrs. Chambliss found her passion for teaching after offering to fill a need for substitutes at her kids’ school in Crystal River, Florida. She taught elementary art and music there for five years before moving to Daytona in late 2020. … Continue reading “Melissa Chambliss”
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Melody Rose
Grade 3 Teacher
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Ny’onia Taylor
Elementary Teacher's Aide
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Shannon Bowden
Grade 1 Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education (University of Central Florida) Biography: Ms. Bowden has been in education since graduating from University of Central Florida in 1992. She has taught at various elementary grade levels; including several years of teaching gifted student classes, and currently teaches 1st grade at WCA. Ms. Bowden’s passion is in encouraging, … Continue reading “Shannon Bowden”
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Deanna Cox
Middle School English Teacher
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Tracy Elliott
Middle School Bible Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science: Business Administration (Greenville University) ACSI Teacher Training: Pensacola Christian College Additional Master’s Level Coursework: Fresno Pacific University Biography: Mrs. Elliott has a long and varied career in education. She worked alongside her late husband, a music minister, by devoting much of her life to children’s ministry. She has served as a … Continue reading “Tracy Elliott”
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Alexia Grace
Secondary Science Teacher
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Kim Elliott
High School Bible and Journalism Teacher
Mrs. Elliott teaches alongside her husband, Steve. They enjoy reading, traveling and teaching together.
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Kim Griffith
Secondary Science Teacher
Miss Griffith has been a faithful member of the WCA faculty for over 34 years and graduated from Liberty University. She enjoys the beach, scuba diving, reading and her cat named Gidget.
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Tim Lafavor
Secondary Art Teacher
Education: Master of Education: Educational Administration (Columbia International University) Bachelor of Science: Bible Teaching (Columbia International University) Biography: Mr. LaFavor is a veteran of the United States Air Force and he lives with his wife, Laurie, in South Daytona. He has worked in education since 1989 and started teaching at Warner Christian Academy in 2003. … Continue reading “Tim Lafavor”
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Ashley Watson
Calculus Teacher
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Courtney Clark
Secondary Math Teacher
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Kent Booher
Secondary Math Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science: K-12 Mathematics Education Biography: Mr. Booher and his wife are members of First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach where we were married in 1988. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in K-12 Mathematics Education from UCF and have taught in Volusia County high schools for 30 years.
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Matt MacGinnis
Secondary PE Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science: Sports & Fitness Leadership Bachelor of Arts: Bible & Theology Biography: Coach MacGinnis has a Bachelors degree in sports & fitness leadership and a Bachelors degree in Bible & Theology from Johnson University Florida. He is happily engaged to Jordan Gines and will be getting married to her in December of … Continue reading “Matt MacGinnis”
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Dr. Rosabelle Suraez
Secondary Spanish Teacher
Education: Doctor of Education Instructional Technology and Distance Education: Nova Southeastern University Doctor of Education Educational Leadership: Nova Southeastern University Master of Science Human Factors Engineering: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Biography: Dr. Suarez has spent 25 years in education and she has taught Spanish, ESOL and Student Success. She was born and raised in Puerto Rico … Continue reading “Dr. Rosabelle Suraez”
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Rosemarie Pagano
High School English Teacher
Education: Master of Literacy K-12: Touro College, New York Bachelor of Arts Secondary Education, English: St. Joseph’s College, New York Biography: Ms. Pagano has taught middle and high school English Language Arts in New York since 2002, and in Florida since 2018. One of her finest experiences was teaching at a small Christian high school … Continue reading “Rosemarie Pagano”
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Sydney Daugherty
Guidance and Academic Coordinator
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Vernon Harrison
Secondary History Teacher
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Wes Hanson
Middle School History and Speech Teacher
Education: Master of Science in Education: Specialization in Curriculum and Instruction (Capella University) Bachelor of Science in Education: English/Speech & Theater (University of Central Missouri) Biography: Mr. Hanson holds a Masters degree with a specialization in curriculum and instruction. He also holds an education degree in English with a minor in Speech and Theater. He … Continue reading “Wes Hanson”
Special Services Faculty & Staff
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Darlene Woodruff
Discovery Therapist
Mrs. Woodruff is the 2018-19 WCA TEACHER OF THE YEAR! She is married to her husband Eric and together they enjoy worship, fellowship, ministry opportunities, outdoor activities and ballroom dancing.
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Terry Pridgen
Discovery Therapist
Mrs. Pridgen and her husband Mitch are very busy with their church and family. Her 2 daughters Stephanie and Sarah (WCA ’07) are both married and both of them have 2 children each named Noah (Stephanie), Levi (Stephanie), Norah (Sarah) and Micah (Sarah).
WCA Campus Staff
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Alexander Kargman
Technology Teacher & IT Support
Education: Bachelor of Science: Aeronautical Science Biography: Mr. Kargman…
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Derald Harrington
Facilities Manager
Education: Bachelor in Music Education: Northern Michigan University Biography: Mr. Harrington served as band and choir director in Michigan, North Carolina, and Florida before going into full time Worship Ministry. He served 16 years as a full time Worship Pastor for two churches before entering back into education here at WCA. Mr. Harrington has a … Continue reading “Derald Harrington”
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Elicia Chesser
Secondary Administrative Assistant
Education: Biography:
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Isalene Montgomery
Finance Director
Education: MBA: Webster University Bachelor of Science/Business Administration, Major Accounting: Benedict College Biography: Ms. Montgomery has many years of work experience in accounting, auditing and finance since graduating from Benedict College. While Ms. Montgomery’s education and career experience is in accounting and auditing, one of her most rewarding work experience was serving in the capacity … Continue reading “Isalene Montgomery”
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Kay Roberts
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Education: East Carolina University, Bowman Gray School of Medicine – Medical Technology Biography: I attend United Methodist in Ormond Beach but originally come from Raleigh, North Carolina. I am an only child and the mother of two grown boys and one grandson.
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Kim Boan
Elementary Administrative Assistant
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Paul Leon
Maintenance Staff
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Robert Woods
Maintenance Staff
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Roxy Toler
Student Finance
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Tom Seitz
Athletic Director
Education: Master of Business Administration: The Citadel Bachelor of Business Administration: Oglethorpe University Biography: Tom Seitz has had a forty-year career in athletic coaching and administration. He has coached and served as athletic director at both secondary and college institutions across the country, and is passionate about athletics in Christian education.
Shannon Bowden
Grade 1 TeacherBachelor of Science: Elementary Education (University of Central Florida)
Biography:
Ms. Bowden has been in education since graduating from University of Central Florida in 1992. She has taught at various elementary grade levels; including several years of teaching gifted student classes, and currently teaches 1st grade at WCA. Ms. Bowden’s passion is in encouraging, teaching and guiding students in ways to be Christ-like.