Meet Our Teachers
Every week our teachers create opportunities for academic excellence and spiritual growth by establishing engaging environments where students feel safe, confident, and are inspired to learn. We have amazing instructors who have an abiding faith in Christ, are knowledgeable in their discipline, communicate effectively and deeply care for their students. They are dedicated to assisting parents in achieving excellence in homeschooling and helping students exceed their every expectation.
Below you will find a brief biography and contact information for each of our Humanities teachers, as well as those who teach Elective courses.
Humanities Teachers
Julie Wilson
Kindergarten - Mt. Pleasant & West Ashley
Mrs. Julie Wilson has been teaching at Veritas since 2012 and is a co-owner of Veritas Classical Schools, SC. She teaches kindergarten at both campus locations and loves to watch “the light come on” in these little minds as they blossom through the year! Julie earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Georgia Southern University. She is an experienced homeschool mother, founding board member for Palmetto Christian Academy and previously taught pre-first enrichment class at PCA and was instrumental in developing the lower school curriculum. Also, for 12 years she worked at Christian World Adoption and was involved in educating and orienting new parents. Julie is married to Alan, mother to four girls and grandmother to fourteen treasures! The Wilsons are members at East Cooper Baptist Church.
Elisabeth Hanrion
First Grade - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Elisabeth Hanrion began teaching at Veritas in 2021 and teaches 1st grade at the Mt. Pleasant campus. Elisabeth earned a Bachelor of Arts from Columbia International University. Elisabeth has 5 girls—Abigail, Lily, Arielle, Susanna, and Cora—and has homeschooled them for the past 15 years. One of her greatest joys is reading aloud to her children and entering into the wonder of story with them. Elisabeth and her girls attend LifePark Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Samantha Reed
First Grade - West Ashley
Mrs. Samantha Reed began teaching first grade at the West Ashley Campus in 2021. Having had the benefit of a home school education, Samantha was eager to give her children the same advantage and has done so since 2015. Samantha has studied elementary education at the College of Charleston, has received her Piano Pedagogy in piano, theory, and performance, and is an active member of the South Carolina Music Teachers Association. Samantha has operated her Summerville piano studio, Charleston School of Music, for over two decades. She has taught for Bethany CDC as a music teacher and director of programs, and other local homeschool co-ops. Samantha and her husband, Shannon, have three children, two of whom are school-age and attend Veritas West Ashley, with their younger brother soon to follow! The Reed family attends Summerville Baptist Church.
Kristi Combs
Second Grade - Mt. Pleasant & West Ashley
Mrs. Kristi Combs began teaching for Veritas in 2018 and teaches second grade at both campus locations. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Emporia State University. Kristi has 21 years of homeschooling experience, in addition to many years teaching in public, private and homeschool enrichment settings. She has three grown children and three grandchildren. They attend Crosstowne Christian Church in West Ashley.
Amy Adkins
Third Grade - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Amy Adkins began teaching for Veritas in 2023 and teaches third grade at the Mt. Pleasant campus. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from Marshall University. Amy has many years of education expereince, including homeschooling, co-founding Legacy Christian Home Schools Association and teaching at Palmetto Christian Acadamy for almost 20 years. She is married to Jeff, and together they have five grown children and thirteen grandchildren. Amy and Jeff worship at St. Peter's Anglican Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Libbie Timmons
Third Grade - West Ashley
Mrs. Libbie Timmons resumed teaching for Veritas in 2024 and teaches third grade at the West Ashley campus. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Eduation from the College of Charleston. Previoulsy, she taught 4th grade for six years, including two years at Veritas, and has homeschooled her children since 2009. Libbie is married to Mark and together they have five children, three of whom currently attend Veritas. The Timmons family attends Friendship Baptist Church in Park Cirlce.
Jenni Cunningham
Fourth Grade - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Jenni Cunningham began teaching at Veritas in 2012 and teaches fourth grade at the Mt. Pleasant Campus. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Bob Jones University. Previously, Jenni taught third grade for six years at Palmetto Christian Academy. She is married to Zach and they have three children. Their family attends King's Cross Church on Daniel Island.
Laura Herndon
Fourth Grade - West Ashley
Mrs. Laura Herndon has taught fourth grade at the West Ashley Campus since 2018. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the College of Charleston. Previously, Laura has taught at a public elementary school and James Island Christian School. She is married to Paul and they have three children, two of whom attend Veritas West Ashley. The Herndon family worships at James Island Christian Church.
Jacqui Tabor
Fifth Grade - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Jacqui Tabor began teaching at Veritas in 2013. She currently teaches fifth grade and Spanish 1 at the Mt. Pleasant Campus. Jacqui holds a Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages from the University of Southern Mississippi, and a Master in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources from Louisiana State University. Previously, Jacqui worked as an independent contractor for Cengage Learning Publishing in the discipline of World Languages, which includes working with Spanish, Italian, German and French collegiate texts. Mrs. Tabor has also contributed to ancillary materials for multiple online language learning programs with Cengage Learning. Jacqui is married to Andrew and together they have two children whom attend Veritas. They are members at Christ Church Anglican in Mt. Pleasant.
Amanda Reinhardt
Fifth Grade - West Ashley
Mrs. Amanda Reinhardt began teaching at Veritas in 2020. She currently teaches fifth grade at the West Ashley Campus, and also previously taught General Science. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the Medical College of Georgia. Amanda has been homeschooling since 2012. She and her husband, Brian, have four children whom all attend Veritas. The Reinhardt family worships at Citadel Square Church in downtown Charleston.
Jen Meara
Sixth Grade - Mt. Pleasant & West Ashley
Mrs. Jen Meara began teaching at Veritas in 2021. She teaches sixth grade at both the Mt. Pleasant and West Ashley campus. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Arts and a Master of Arts in Interpretative Speech. Mrs. Meara has many years of teaching experience, including college courses at USC Upstate, North Greenville University and courses for grades 5-12. She is married to Tom and togethery they have three children, whom attend Veritas. The Meara family are members of the Church at LifePark in Mt. Pleasant.
Ashley Grooms
Seventh & Eighth Grade - Mt. Pleasant & West Ashley
Mrs. Ashley Grooms taught at Veritas in 2012 and then returned in 2016. She currently teaches 7th & 8th grade English Literature at both campus locations. Ashley earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Religion from Wake Forest University, and a Master of Arts in English Language and Literature from the University of South Carolina. Mrs. Grooms has also worked as a Reading Specialist at Palmetto Christian Academy and an English 101 instructor at the University of South Carolina. She is married to Thomas, who works at Blackbaud, and together they have four children. The Grooms family worships at East Cooper Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant where Thomas serves as an Elder.
Stephanie Farris
Seventh & Eighth Grade - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Stephanie Farris began teaching at Veritas in 2021. She teaches 7th & 8th grade Bible, History, Logic, and Biology at the Mt. Pleasant campus. Stephanie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Communications from the University of Georgia. She has taught Apologia Science for many years and also teaches ESL online. Stephanie is married to Tad and together they have five children and one grandchild. Previously, they served on Cru staff for 25 years, and have been homeschooling their children since 2001. The Farris family attends East Cooper Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Mark Timmons
Seventh & Eighth Grade - West Ashley
Rev. Mark Timmons began teaching at Veritas in 2015 and teaches 7th & 8th grade Bible, History and Logic at the West Ashley campus. Mark earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the College of Charleston and a Master of Divinity from Southern Seminary. Previously, Mark worked at a classical, Christian school in Kentucky for three years. He and his wife, Libbie, have five children, three of whom attend Veritas. Their family has been homeschoooling since 2009, and are members at Friendship Baptist Church in Park Circle, where Mark serves as the Lead Pastor.
Alan Wilson
High School - Mt. Pleasant & West Ashley
Rev. Alan Wilson has taught at Veritas since it's founding in 2007. Alan is co-owner and Director of Academics of Veritas Classical Schools, SC. Currently, he teaches high school History, Bible, and Rhetoric at both campus locations. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Georgia Southern University. Alan also holds a Master of Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary and has done doctoral work at Reformed Theological Seminary. Previously, he taught high school at Mount Vernon Christian Academy (Atlanta, Georgia) for eight years while serving as Assistant Headmaster. Alan was Pastor of Education and Teaching Ministry at East Cooper Baptist Church twelve years and served as Senior Pastor of Sullivan’s Island Baptist Church six years before starting Veritas. He and his wife, Julie, were founding board members for Palmetto Christian Academy in Mount Pleasant, where he also served as interim Headmaster two years. Alan was Adjunct Professor of Freshman Seminar and Learning Strategies at the College of Charleston eight years and taught Old Testament at Charleston Southern University three years. Alan and Julie homeschooled their children several years in the early days of the homeschool movement. They have four children and twelve grandchildren, all of whom are homeschooled. The Wilsons are members of East Cooper Baptist Church, where Alan serves as an Elder.
Kimberly Wilber
High School - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Kimberly Wilber began teaching high school English at Veritas in 2014 and teaches at the Mt. Pleasant campus. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Indiana University – Bloomington, and a Master’s Degree in Special Education from the University of Tennessee – Knoxville. Kimberly is married to Steve, and she homeschooled both of their children, Erin and Davis. Prior to teaching at Veritas, Mrs. Wilber taught both Challenge 1 and Challenge 2, the first two high school levels of Classical Conversations, in Atlanta, Georgia. The Wilbers attend church at Seacoast Church in Mount Pleasant.
Ansley Hammond
High School - West Ashley
Mrs. Ansley Hammond began teaching at Veritas in 2023. She teaches high school English at the West Ashley campus. Ansley holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the College of Charleston. She and her husband, Brandon, have served on staff with Cru since 2004. Together they have two children, both of whom attend Veritas. The Hammond familiy worships at Citadel Square Church in downtown Charleston.
Electives Teachers
Kristi Bowers
Science - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Kristi Bowers started teaching at Veritas in 2021 and teaches Elementary Science and General Science at the Mt. Pleasant campus. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Psychology from Clemson University. Kristi and her husband Tyler have four children, whom they have homeschooled since 2008. All four children have attended Veritas and two are now in college. The Bowers’ family worships at East Cooper Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Stephanie Farris
Science - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Stephanie Farris began teaching at Veritas in 2021. She teaches 7th & 8th grade Bible, History, Logic, and Biology at the Mt. Pleasant campus. Stephanie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Communications from the University of Georgia. She has taught Apologia Science for many years and also teaches ESL online. Stephanie is married to Tad and together they have five children and one grandchild. Previously, they served on Cru staff for 25 years, and have been homeschooling their children since 2001. The Farris family attends East Cooper Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Brianne Gallagher
Science - West Ashley
Dr. Brianne Gallagher began teaching at Veritas in 2021. She teaches elementary science and biology at the West Ashley campus. She earned a her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Southwest Minnesota State University and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in Minnesota. Dr. Gallagher has 16 years of clinical experience, specializing in pediatric & prenatal care, and has been homeschooling since 2012. She and her husband John have four children whom have attend Veritas. The Gallagher family worships at NewSpring Church in North Charleston.
Leslie McGowan
Science - West Ashley
Mrs. Leslie McGowan started teaching at Veritas in 2022 and teaches Physical Science at both campus locations and Chemistry at the Mt. Pleasant campus. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from The College of Charlestion in Chemistry & Biochemistry. Leslie is married to Kevin and together they have three daughters. In addition homeschooling her daughers from elementary school through high school, Mrs. McGowan has also taught at local homeschool co-ops. The McGowan family worships at St. Theresa the Little Flower Catholic Church in Summerville.
Sarah Pohl
Math & Science - West Ashley
Mrs. Sarah Pohl began teaching at Veritas in 2023. She teaches 7th Grade Math and General Science at the West Ashley campus. She holds a Bachelor of Nursing degree from West Central Tech College in Georgia. Sarah is married to Dan and together they have two boys, whom they have been homeschooling since 2018. The Pohl family worships at NewSpring Church in North Charleston.
Joshua Stone
Science - West Ashley
Dr. Joshua Stone began teaching at Veritas in 2022. He teaches Chemistry, Physics and Advanced Biology at the West Ashley campus. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Carson Newman University and PhD in Medical Physiology from East Carolina University. Dr. Stone has previously taught high school science, and currently serves as an instructor and an assistant program director at the Medical University of South Carolina. Joshua is married to Melissa and together they have two children, both of whom attend Veritas. The Stone family are members at Church Creek Presbyterian Church in West Ashley.
Rebecca Gooden
Math - Mt. Pleasant & West Ashley
Ms. Rebecca Gooden began her teaching career at Veritas in 2014 and teaches on both the West Ashley and Mt. Pleasant campuses. Rebecca received her Bachelor of Art in Math Education from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. She has previously taught in public and private schools in North Carolina, Virginia and South Carolina. In addition to teaching in a classroom setting, throughout her teaching career, Ms. Gooden has individually tutored in math. Ms. Gooden lives in Mount Pleasant and attends Palmetto Presbyterian Church, where her daughter is the Music/Choir director. Ms. Gooden is blessed to have two daughters and four grandsons, who give her great joy.
Amanda Kristowski
Math - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Amanda Kristowski began teaching at Veritas in 2021 and teaches elementary math courses at the Mt. Pleasant campus. Amanda is passionate about helping students to love learning and to see God in all things as they learn. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of South Florida. Amanda is married to Josh, and she has homeschooled their four children since 2010. The Kristowski family worships at LifePark Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Emily Parrish
Math - Mt. Pleasant & West Ashley
Mrs. Emily Parrish joined the Veritas faculty in 2015 and elementary math courses at the Mt. Pleasant and West Ashley campus. She graduated from Winthrop University with a Bachelor of Arts in Vocal Performance. Emily and her husband, Justin, have two daughters. They are members at Two Rivers Presbyterian in Park Circle, where Justin serves on staff as Director of Worship and Media.
Rebecca Taylor
Math - West Ashley
Mrs. Rebecca Taylor began teaching at Veritas in 2008 and teaches Algebra 1 at the West Ashley campus. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Veterinary Science from Clemson University. She is married to Lee and has three children, who also attend Veritas West Ashely. The Taylor family worships at East Cooper Baptist Church in Mt. Pleasant.
Andrew Tabor
Spanish - Mt. Pleasant
Mr. Andrew Tabor began teaching at Veritas in 2014. He currently teaches Spanish 2 at the Mt. Pleasant Campus. Andrew holds a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Education from Edinboro and Shippensburg Universities, a Master of Arts in Language Teaching Methodology and Second Language Acquisition with a secondary emphasis in TESOL from the University of Southern Mississippi, and an ABD in Educational Technology from Louisiana State University. He also studied at the University of Salamanca in Spain. Andrew’s first job was teaching High School Spanis for two years. He has subsequently taught and held director roles at the University of Southern Mississippi, the University of the Bahamas, Louisiana State University, and Lorraine County Community College. Andrew is married to Jacqui and together they have two children, whom they have homeschooled and both attended Veritas. The Tabor family worships at Christ Church Anglican in Mt. Pleasant
Jacqui Tabor
Spanish - Mt. Pleasant
Mrs. Jacqui Tabor began teaching at Veritas in 2013. She currently teaches fifth grade and Spanish 1 at the Mt. Pleasant Campus. Jacqui holds a Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages from the University of Southern Mississippi, and a Master in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources from Louisiana State University. Previously, Jacqui worked as an independent contractor for Cengage Learning Publishing in the discipline of World Languages, which includes working with Spanish, Italian, German and French collegiate texts. Mrs. Tabor has also contributed to ancillary materials for multiple online language learning programs with Cengage Learning. Jacqui is married to Andrew and together they have two children whom attend Veritas. They are members at Christ Church Anglican in Mt. Pleasant.
Evangeline Van Houten
Spanish - West Ashley
Mrs. Evangeline Van Houten joined the Veritas faulty in 2021 as the West Ashley Spanish Teacher. She has previously taught Spanish at the Middle School, High School, and College levels at Palmetto Christian Academy and at West Virginia University. Evangeline was raised in a homeschool family and is excited to be a part of homeschooling again! After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages at Frostburg State University, she served as a missionary in Spain before obtaining her Master's in World Languages, with an emphasis on teaching, at West Virginia University. Mrs. Van Houten met her husband, Joey, at East Cooper Baptist Church, where he has worked and attended for years. Together they have one daughter.