Preschool Teachers
Preschool Teachers at HBCPK must meet requirements set by the Department of Social Services, VA and by our accrediting body- Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Teachers must be CPR/First Aid trained, have a physical, pass background checks, submit to fingerprinting, complete several courses: Daily Health Observations, Blood borne Pathogens, and Child/Abuse and Neglect class and attain 16 hours of professional development/continuing education in the field of Early Childhood annually. For our accreditation, lead teachers must have either a degree in the field of Education or Early Childhood, or possess a degree out of field, but have completed a minimum of 2 college level classes in Early Ed, or a Child Development Credential. Teachers must complete Principles and Practices of Early Childhood Education course, be a professing, church going Christian, and attend Bible study. Every teacher at HBCPK has met or exceeds the requirements set by the state of Virginia and ACSI standards.
Kristine Adams
Mrs. Kristine Adams teaches our 3 year old classes- full time! She teaches MWF and T/Th am, and in the afternoons- a new class of 3’s where parents could choose 5 day, 3 day or 2 day! Previously Kristine assisted in the afternoon Pre k program for 2 years and this is her 10th year with the 3-year-olds. She is married with 3 children (the youngest two are HBCPK alumni) and stays busy with a variety of sports and school activities with her children. She loves to read and go to the beach. Mrs. Adams has a BS in Management from Lock Haven University and received her Preschool Early Education Endorsement Credential from the state of Virginia and her Educator's Credential from the Association of Christian Schools International. She is wrapping up her Masters in Education this year, too! She attends Holy Trinity Catholic Church where she is teaching CCD classes. Her favorite verse is Jeremiah 29:11 “God knows the plans for our future…He is our hope” It will be 'oceans of fun' in Mrs. Adams sea-themed classroom! Your children will enjoy meeting Squirt, the sea turtle (puppet) this year! She is excited to create a warm, nurturing classroom experience with your children!
JANINE BONNER
Mrs. Janine Bonner previously was the MWF am/pm 4’s teacher and for the past several years she has been the lead teacher in morning Pre-K. Many years ago, Mrs. Bonner’s son attended HBCPK, and he is now in college! Janine has 15 years of previous preschool teaching experience, and is now on year 5 with us. You will find Mrs. Bonner leading the children gently and patiently- she has the sweetest demeanor! She is married with 2 grown sons and attends church at Park Valley. The Bonners also have 2 pups! She is a graduate of JMU with a degree in Psychology. She has received her ACSI Teaching Credential. Mrs. Bonner enjoys walking, yoga, and going to Smith Mountain Lake. She is looking forward to spending time with the 4’s, and seeing many of their ‘first tries’ at new skills. Her favorite verse is Colossians 3:12- it reminds her of what it means to be a good teacher.
TISHA BROWN
Mrs. Tisha Brown begins her 14th year at HBCPK and is the 2 1/2-year-old teacher Tues- Friday mornings, then she puts her hat on for the MWF young 4’s afternoon class… and then she adds assisting Mrs. Adams on T/Th afternoons! The 2’s will be blessed to have Mrs. Brown’s sweet spirit in our ‘Little Birds’ class! And our young 4’s will have a blast in the Busy Bees afternoon class! Tisha has been an active volunteer at HBCPK as well as the music assistant, Lego Club instructor, Engineering for Kids instructor, and head floater, a MWF lead 4’s teacher, and spent many years assisting in Pre K. She is a graduate of Texas Bible Institute and has worked in children's ministry since she was a teenager. She has completed the Preschool Endorsement Credential with the state of Virginia, she completed her AA in Early Education, and has received her ACSI teaching credential, too. Tisha is married with 2 children (both alumni at HBCPK) and attends Park Valley Church. She enjoys reading, going to the beach, and spending time with her family. She is a proud Texan!
Vicky Hackler
Mrs. Vicky Hackler begins her 14th year at HBCPK. She has been a music assistant, then 5 years as a preschool assistant, and 7 years as a lead teacher in the 3's classes. Mrs. Hackler teaches a MWF morning 3’s, and an afternoon Young 4’s class on MWF. Vicky has a degree in Psychology from Randolph-Macon. She has completed her Early Education Credential, graduated with honors, and received her Educator's Credential from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI). Mrs. Hackler is married and has 3 children, all alumni of HBCPK and all three attending or attended a variety of Virginia colleges. She is a dog-lover and shares her home with Charlie, a Cavalier/Papillion mix. Vicky attends Park Valley Church and enjoys time at the beach with family and friends and taking long walks. As a dog lover- how appropriate that her class is the Puppy Class! It will be a 'tail-waggin' year with Mrs. Hackler! Be sure to be on the lookout for Sugar, Mrs. Hackler’s sweet puppy puppet! She is looking forward to helping children have some fun, lots of love, and learning during the year.
Betty McNeil
Mrs. Betty McNeil has been a teacher here at our school for over 25 years. She continues in her role as Pre K teacher for the PM session of Pre-K classes. She has four children who attended our school many years ago, and now are college graduates! She is the proud grandma to 3 grandchildren, and one is HBCPK graduate. Mrs. McNeil is an avid Jazzerciser and enjoys travel and going to the beach and cheering for the Nats and Caps!! She graduated from Radford University with a degree in Business and has completed her teaching credential through the Association of Christian Schools International. The McNeils attend church at Park Valley. Mrs. McNeil is known for her fun themes, like outer space, dinosaurs, and tracing everyone's shape while we learn about the parts of the body! Your child will meet Kernel, the puppet! She has a very calm and positive atmosphere in her classroom which makes for a great day for all! Good things are always 'popping up' in the Popcorn class with Mrs. McNeil!!
AsHley Parker
Mrs. Ashley Parker teaches our oldest Pre- K students (young 5’s) in the nautical-themed room, with her Sailor Bear, Gilligan! It is her 5th year in this role. She previously taught Kindergarten at HBCPK and runs this classroom as a Junior K program. This Captain’s Crew will work at a faster pace, with additional curriculum and skills for these 5-year-old students. Ashley is married with 4 daughters who have previously attended HBCPK. Mrs. Parker graduated from Virginia Tech with a BS in Child Development and then went on to George Mason for her Masters and teaching credential. She has her certification from ACSI as an early childhood educator. The Parkers attend Park Valley Church, where she has been active in the Early Childhood ministry. Her favorite verse is 1st Corinthians 13:13- the greatest of these is love! Ashley loves crafts, reading, Pilates, and spending time with family and friends. You will find her calm and sweet spirit so perfect for teaching children!
MELISSA PEVERILL
Mrs. Peverill begins her 6th year at HBCPK. She previously assisted Mrs. Hackler in the MWF 4’s, and now begins her 5th year of teaching Pre-K in Room 23. Her class is the Farm Friends- with a farm animal theme! Your children will meet ‘Cuddles, the Cow’ (puppet)! Melissa has been a long-time volunteer parent at HBCPK while her children attended school here (they are all alumni now). The Peverills have 5 children and a dog named Bella. The family worships at Park Valley Church. Melissa attended community college and was the lead teacher at the Phonics Factory Preschool in Oregon for 5 years and has numerous other teaching experiences of all ages. Mrs. Peverill has received her Preschool Endorsement Credential in Early Childhood Education from Virginia, she finished her AA in Early Education and received her teaching credential from ACSI. She loves preschoolers and is excited to instill in them a love for learning. Her classroom is full of joy, and learning! Her favorite Bible verses are excerpts from 1 Corinthians 13- the love chapter- verses 4-7. Mrs. Peverill enjoys bike riding, family adventures, swimming- anything where memories can be made with those she loves.
Kelley Rodgers
Mrs. Rodgers moves from the role of HBCPK parent to HBCPK staff! She is teaching the Busy Bees, our MWF young 4’s class in Room 25! Kelley has 7 years of preschool teaching experience at another Christian School- she is experienced with both the 3’s and 4’s! Mrs. Rodgers attended Virginia Tech with a concentration in Early Childhood, and a BS in Human Development. The Rodgers attend Park Valley church and have 4 children- two young enough to be here at HBCPK. They also have 2 pups- Captain and Cinderella! Mrs. Rodgers loves scrapbooking, art/paint and reading. One thing she LOVES about children is their sense of wonder- she’s looking forward to knowing your kiddos and sharing the wonder of God’s creation with them. Her favorite Bible verse is Genesis 9:16- it’s the verse about God setting the rainbow in the sky after the flood- it reminds her that God is faithful and keeps his promises!