Meet Our Teachers
Annie Wolfzorn
Elementary Theater
Annie Wolfzorn holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Education from Belmont University. While she is currently based out of Nashville, her love for theatre began in her hometown of Ankara, Turkey. While living there she founded and served as the director for an elementary theatre program at an international school. Some highlights of her time in theatre include directing Turkey’s premiere of The Lion King KIDS, writing and directing an immersive and family-centered play (The Bedtime Chronicles), and acting in Belmont’s Repertory Company across Middle Tennessee (Seasons in the Smokies). Annie has taught with numerous schools in Tennessee, from elementary to high school. She is dedicated to equipping students of all ages with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as both artists and individuals.
Kelsey Jordan
Health K-2nd and 3rd-5th, Writer's Workshop 2/3 and 4/5, Earth Science K-2nd, Math Fun K-3rd, Gardening 3rd-5th
Kelsey Jordan has been teaching elementary students for 10 years. She started teaching in a brick and mortar school, but after 3 years found herself leaning towards the homeschool world. She has been lucky enough to teach for a homeschool charter for the last 7 years and is currently working on her Master’s degree in Curriculum Development. Kelsey’s family recently relocated to the Nashville area from California and are very excited to learn more about what Tennessee has to offer. Kelsey has always known that she wanted to be a teacher and it really is her passion. She believes in hands on learning and loves to find ways to make learning fun! We are excited to have Kelsey back again for her third year teaching our elementary students.
Liz Koltis
Private Voice Lessons
Liz Pratt holds a Bachelor of Music degree in Commercial Music with a Vocal Performance and Music Business double emphasis from Belmont University. Before choosing to homeschool her two children, she taught private voice lessons, early childhood music classes, and was a session vocalist here in Nashville. Liz brings a passion for both music and children to the private voice lessons she teaches at The Curve. In addition to leading our tutorial as a Director, Liz offers private voice lessons to our students. When she isn't working, Liz can almost certainly be found spending time with family, a good book, her dog, or in nature.
Angela Ellis
Biztown
Angela Ellis began her teaching career as an ESL instructor 10 years ago. She later taught high school literature and middle school dance; and tutored elementary students in reading, writing, and comprehension. She has taught entrepreneurship and business at the collegiate level as well. Angela is an entrepreneur herself and has owned and operated a consulting firm for 15 years. She earned a bachelor's degree in communications and a master's in business administration. Angela has called Nashville home for more than 20 years. She is active in book clubs, equity coalitions, and the fitness community. She is passionate about protecting elders, children, and animals.
Brickeology
LEGO Connect and LEGO Stop Motion Animation
We are Joe and Shannon Tessitore and, along with our 8 year old son Valentino, we are Brickeology. We moved to TN in 2022 after living abroad in Spain, and we absolutely love calling Nolensville home. We all have a huge passion for Legos (and sci-fi), and that all started when Valentino was gifted his first Lego set when he was 3. Right away we realized that beyond the fun that is Lego, it has so much more to offer. From encouraging imagination to critical thinking, fine motor skills to physics, Lego is truly the ultimate teaching tool. We are also homeschoolers and we absolutely love teaching and sharing our enthusiasm for all things Lego while we work towards our dream of opening our Lego store in the next 1-2 years.
Mallory Yerger
Elementary Music
Mallory Yerger is a recent retiree from Williamson Country Public Schools where she taught Elementary Music for 20 years, making a total of 26 years of experience in the field. She holds a Masters of Music Education from Belmont University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. She loves to teach music to young people. Mallory enjoys the outdoors, horses, and hiking. She has also taught MusikGarten, an early childhood music program designed for the youngest learners. She is also certified in Orff-Schulwerk Music, Levels I, II, & III, an approach to teaching music that combines, music, movement, speech, and drama centered around the developmental needs of children and the art of play. Mallory will be teaching our Elementary Music class this year.
Jansen Gibson
High School Chemistry, STEAM, Mock Trial
Jansen Gibson studied Geology and Environmental Sciences at Vanderbilt University. Since then, he has worked as a private tutor, in addition to providing home-schooling and teaching about environmentalism and conservation with local non-profits. Jansen has experience teaching age groups from pre-K to senior citizens, and focuses on working with students that want to expand their understanding of, and excitement for, science and math courses. Additionally, Jansen has several years of experience as a math, science, and history teacher who creates a warm and adaptable learning environment to build confidence and capability inside and outside the classroom. Jansen currently teaches at the middle and high school level at several tutorial programs around Nashville and looks forward to teaching our middle and high school sciences this year.
Stefani Rose Martin
Musical Theater
My lifelong love for theater began at the tender age of 3 and blossomed through Shakespearean plays and an international education focused on the performing arts. After earning acting degrees from prestigious institutions like Purchase College and Yale University I honed my skills on professional stages and discovered a passion for guiding young artists.
Leading theater programs like the Norris Performing Arts Center ignited joy in nurturing creativity and fostering a love for the stage in students of all ages. Now, I'm thrilled to bring that same passion and experience to this program, where we'll explore the magic of musical theater together!
Mr. Bond Science Guys
Elementary Science
Mr. Bond’s Science Guys' mission is to make science fun, cool and easy for kids!
With over 20 years of experience in Tennessee and beyond, our mission is still to get kids excited about science! No matter what the circumstances we will find a way to bring exciting and educational programs to kids. Mr. Bond and his team are excited to teach our elementary science classes on Engineering (FALL) and Space & Rocketry (SPRING).
Helen Smith
History of Games 3rd-5th, Middle School Ancient History
Helen Smith is a lifelong learner that believes the vital skill of empathy can be fostered by exploring the history of the human experience throughout time. To actively engage every individual, she uses hands on crafts and science experiments to connect with each era. In her pursuit to share her love for learning, Helen earned a B.S. from Vanderbilt University with a double major in History and Human and Organizational Development with a minor in Anthropology, a M.A. from Vanderbilt University with a double major in History and Comparative Religion with a minor in Anthropology, and a M.A.T. from Belmont University including certification for grades K-8. She offers 30 years experience teaching U.S. and TN History as well as World Geography. While trying to survive raising a teenager, her family is working on their goal of to visit each Tennessee state park.
Liz Rosko
Baking/Cake Decorating
A wife, mom, and educator, Liz Rosko is excited to share her experience and knowledge to help “bake” the world a better place. Her passion for baking began in childhood. Trips to the family-owned bakery gave her the ideal opportunity to taste old family recipes and inspire her creativity. By the time she was a teen, she was in the back of the bakery making cakes, pies, donuts, and cookies with her dad every weekend. On her trips home from college, she started decorating cakes. Her hands on experience as a third generation baker combined with her professional education as a teacher allows her to share the wonderful world of baking and decorating with kids and adults alike. Liz studied education in undergrad and received a master’s degree in educational leadership along with certification in behavior analysis.
Nowadays, you can find Liz enjoying life in middle TN. Whether it’s baking class or homeschooling her own 2 children, she’s always teaching!
Kendra Andrus
Middle School Language Arts, High School Language Arts, World Religions/Philosophy
Kendra Andrus is the product of a rich free-range homeschooling education followed by higher education in great books and the liberal arts, and thus is compelled to give her own homeschooled children (and now SENHE students) the same valuable learning experience. Education should be full of curiosity, wonder, and virtue! She received her B.A. in both music and religion and attended seminary. She is a published author who finds endless inspiration for children’s books in her everyday life with her own six children — she writes to solve their problems, answer their questions, and tell the stories of their adventures together. She loves learning through books, reading aloud as a family, inspiring young writers, and having deep and meaningful conversations about life that are sparked by stories. Together, she and her husband Matthew manage the loud and feisty-fun chaos that is their daily life, devotedly supporting their children in all of their unique passions. If she is not catching up on 12 loads of laundry, you can find her cooking fancy meals, hiking to waterfalls, and at the symphony, opera, or theater basking in the transformative performance arts.
Shirley Haskins
Sewing
Shirley was born and raised on a dairy farm in Western NY with 4 siblings. At age 8, she joined 4-H which started her lifetime love of sewing. Shirley has been married 42 years, raised and homeschooled 4 children and is a Grammy to 8 beautiful grandchildren. During her homeschooling years, she taught sewing classes in her children’s homeschool tutorial. Currently, Shirley has a sewing business - doing alterations, making drapes, quilts and home decor projects.
Andrew Rose
Art 3rd-5th, Advanced Studio Art 6th-12th, D&D Club, Chess & Board Game Club K-5th, Chess & Card Game Club 6th-12th, Greek Mythology & Cryptids Art, Architecture, Comic Book Creation
Andrew Rose holds a BA in Studio Art from Western Kentucky University. He brings 12 years of kindergarten-middle/high school art education experience from St. Matthew School in Franklin, TN. During his time there, he worked closely with his students and their families to foster an environment of creativity, curiosity, and discovery. Along with his teaching duties at St. Matthew School, he was responsible for his school’s graphic design and photography needs. On sabbatical from teaching, he spent time employed with the award winning De la Torre Art Design group based on location within the Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. Here he specialized in the design, fabrication, and installation of themed environments, zoological exhibits, and museum displays. Most notably, he refurbished, re-designed and painted the mural above the entrance to the Unseen World at the Nashville Zoo. Mr. Rose sees himself as an incredibly positive and creative person who is able to effectively collaborate and respectfully communicate with everyone. He enjoys medieval, fantasy, and prehistoric themes in his creations and possesses a true flair for educating others. We are excited to have Andrew teaching art classes for our elementary, middle, and high schoolers.
Alecia Walgrave
Wilderness Survival, Outdoor Science
Alecia has been an EMT for over 15 years, serving as a medic in several capacities including with the fire department, emergency room, hyperbarics, special events, a major league sports team, national music tours, and with the Department of Defense. She is also a Physician Assistant and holds a Master of Medical Science degree. Her passions lie in emergency medicine, pediatrics, integrative medicine, emergency preparedness, and community education. She holds a certification as a Search and Rescue Specialist II-Arduous from the National Association for Search and Rescue (NASAR). She gets excited about getting kids excited about learning! She loves to ignite their curiosities of the wonder and magic that surrounds them, especially with living stories and hands-on exploration. Homeschooling her own children has been one of her most fulfilling adventures!
Emily Archer
Lunch & Recess, Run Club
Emily is a certified personal trainer with backgrounds in teaching bootcamp and kid exercise classes. Raised and homeschooled in a tiny town in Alabama, Emily knows the value of community and "your village" when it comes to the everyday challenges of homeschooling. She moved to Nashville to study Communications and Exercise Science at Trevecca Nazarene University . With a passion for hiking, Star Wars, and culinary adventures, she embraces new experiences. Her enthusiasm, networking skills, and dedication to safety have made her a sought-after personal trainer. Emily's multifaceted background and love for fitness help her inspire students and foster a nurturing learning environment. Currently, she teaches various fitness classes and takes clients at Centennial Sportsplex, Smyrna Strength and Fitness, Salt & Light Salt Cave, & virtually.
Katie Filer
Fiber Arts
My name is Katie, I’m a mom of 2 and a handwork teacher. This December I’m
graduating from the Waldorf Handwork Educators program which is recognized by the
Association of Waldorf Schools of North America. I started fiber arts with sewing and
embroidery at age 10, and just never stopped. After having my second child I was home more
and fell in love with teaching my oldest my passion for embroidery, tailoring her clothes,
darning, and knitting everyone in our family as many pieces as I possibly could. This quickly
snowballed into wanting to provide these experiences to the children in the community around
me. In my free time I am a Girl Scout leader, have actively chaired a Parent-Teacher Organization committee, am an avid gardener, and a lover of all sorts of fluffy animals.
Mel McLellan
Photography/Yearbook, Creative Photography for Kids, Theater Tech, Yoga & Mindfulness K-2nd
Mel is a lifelong artist who infuses that into everything she does. She holds a degree in Fine Art with a Painting/Drawing emphasis and started her career doing fine art commissions and mural work. She then became a photographer quite by accident, as she started taking pictures for family friends. Before she knew it, she was traveling with her husband, shooting weddings, engagements, and family sessions all over the globe.
She is a two-time 1st place award winner from Wedding and Portrait Photographers International, and Photographer of the Year from The Digital Wedding Forum (2008). She was named one of Adorama’s Top 10 Inspirational Photographers in 2009, and has been featured by The Today Show, MSNBC Travel, In Style Magazine and others.
After 13 years of shooting events and teaching others to do the same through speaking engagements and workshops, Mel parlayed her talents into homeschooling her four children. She’s been teaching art at her local co-op group for the past 11 years and documenting it all along the way.
Last year she became the driving force behind The Curve’s set design for our musical theater program, using her talents as a fine artist to bring our productions to life.
Today, she still loves painting, photographing families, traveling with her own, and trying to keep up with her far-too-large garden. She’s excited to teach our kids all about how to document moments beautifully, all the ins and outs of creating behind the scenes magic for theater, and working with our littles in their mindfulness practice through yoga.
Rebecca Stone
Film Production 1 & 2, Podcasting, Career Development/Internship
Rebecca Stone holds a BFA in Photography from Texas Woman's University and an MAT from Nashville’s Trevecca University. The experience of owning her own photography business, along with her background in radio, made the transition into video and film a natural progression. Rebecca taught high school Media Production for six years in Clarksville, TN and has had the privilege of watching two of her formal students be nominated and win an Emmy in the broadcasting field. Her career as a high school educator prepared her to be a successful Program Supervisor with Nashville Public Library's Studio NPL. In this capacity she developed and implemented after school programming for students ranging from tweens to teens. When Rebecca isn’t teaching, she uses her art and broadcasting skills to raise awareness and help protect animals and the environment.
Laura Gamradt
US Geography K-2nd & 3rd-5th, Ancient History K-2nd & 3rd-5th
Hello! My name is Laura Gamradt. I'm so excited to be teaching Geography and Cultures Around The World!
I have taught and worked with children for over 20 years. I graduated from The University of Winona State, in Minnesota, with an Elementary Education teaching degree and an emphasis in Early Childhood and Hands-on Learning. My teaching style includes hands-on activities, games, and creative art projects, ensuring that kids not only absorb knowledge but also have fun along the way. I'm dedicated to making learning an exciting adventure!
In my free time, I love to travel, try new foods, and be outdoors with my husband and three kids.
Angie Gomez
American Sign Language (ASL) 1 & 2
Sign language has been a natural part of Angie’s life as she grew up with a younger Deaf sibling. Angie attended an ASL Interpreter Training program in Michigan, at Lansing Community College, which led to becoming a certified Interpreter for the Deaf in the school systems (K-12 and Undergrad) and within the community for many years. After becoming a mom, Angie focused on her passion of early childhood education and combined the love of the two together. Currently, Angie is the owner of Learn & Grow Creative Arts Center in Hermitage where they promote ASL as a second language with their infant-PreK students. Angie is thrilled to be able to share her passion for sign language / ASL with the Curve students this year!
Jennifer Manivong
Spanish K-2nd, 3rd-5th, 6-8th, HS Spanish 1 & 2
Jennifer Manivong has over 25 years experience teaching Spanish to all ages. She earned her BA in Spanish from Lipscomb University and her MAT in Spanish from Belmont University. Jennifer taught high school Spanish in the public schools for several years. When her children were younger, she enjoyed teaching Spanish to preschoolers and Mommy and Me groups. She is currently a fellow homeschooling mom and has been teaching Spanish in local homeschool tutorials for several years. One of her favorite things is sharing the Spanish language and culture with children of all ages through fun, engaging lessons.
Liz Bonner
Yoga 6th-12th, Botany & Gardening 6th-12th, Musical Theater Assistant Director
Along with an A.S. in Business Administration, I am certified in Herbalism, Aromatherapy, Dance Fitness, and soon-to-be Yoga! I am most passionate about holistic wellness, mindfulness, permaculture, and community.
Before moving to Nashville in 2023, my family and I were homesteading in North Florida. We’ve raised cows, chickens, pigs, waterfowl, and over 100 varieties of edible, ornamental, and medicinal plants. I’ve also spent a few years running a small business, an apothecary line I created with my holistic knowledge, and sold products in markets, shops, and online. Now in Nashville, we are focused on giving our children many outlets to explore their interests and abilities, along with cultivating greater community, because what is life without people to share it with?
You can find me spending my free time enjoying slow mornings with coffee and yoga, at the gym, gathering with friends, tending to my plants, studying topics like tantra and homeopathy, or perfecting my practice of cooking delicious and nutritious meals.
Lisa Hayes - Robothink
Elementary & Middle School Coding
RoboThink is a STEM education company providing robotics and coding classes to kids ages 8-13. Since the company's launch in 2015, RoboThink has grown to provide classes in 23 countries. We partner with private/public schools, parks and recreation, colleges, libraries and more to bring this hands-on learning experience to children. We believe that learning happens best through discovery and exploration. In our programs, students are encouraged to build but make modifications or re-design as they see fit. During this crucial time, there is an explosion of brain activity as students must imagine how a re-designed model works and what process they should come up with to complete the re-design. Using this approach, we ensure that each child builds and customizes a different robot every time we meet.
Our curriculum provides 6 levels of instruction that moves students through learning how to build with RoboThink proprietary building cells to using dc motors, switches, Arduino mainboards, IR sensors, servo motors and finally to coding the robots that the students build. Each lesson revolves around an interesting game or challenge to keep students engaged. We look forward to helping your young student become comfortable with robotics & coding all while building a passion for STEM!
Brian Jones - Oddity Improv
Improv
Brian, a seasoned performer holds a BA in Theatre from Pepperdine University and launched his TV/film career in LA. Recruited by the Jim Henson Company, he underwent extensive training and performed with The Muppets on ABC and in Muppets Most Wanted. With a 20-year residency in LA, he excelled in improv, teaching workshops for corporate clients and directing/producing projects with Impro Theatre and ComedySportz LA. Notable film credits include the Coen brothers’ Hail Caesar!, and TV appearances range from the I Love Lucy episode of Will and Grace to a special agent on NCIS. He’s done voice work for Star vs. the Forces of Evil and currently voices Terry in Terry Benson Across Dimensions. His TV roles include Danger Force, American Housewife, Black-ish, Angie Tribeca, NCIS, Grey’s Anatomy, and Community. Brian’s favorite TV role was playing “Chad” on two seasons of Disney XD’s Gamer’s Guide to Pretty Much Everything. Look up the short film “Frank and Emmet”—you’ll love it!
Brad Longfellow - Liberty Music Academy
Private Lessons - Piano, Voice, Guitar
Brad Longfellow is a native of the beautiful state of Maine where he studied Music Education at the University of Southern Maine. After a six-month internship at the British School of Bahrain in the Middle East, he continued to teach and perform in Portland and is now thrilled to be doing the same in Nashville. He has over ten years’ experience teaching music privately and for 317 Main Community Music Center, a bluegrass/roots-centric music school in Yarmouth. Providing private voice, piano, and guitar lessons and directing elementary, teen, and adult choirs, bands, and vocal groups, he has had the privilege to work with students of all ages and learning styles.
Brad has a deep love for vocal music rooted in his family heritage and fostered by his upbringing in church, choral education, and personal musical community in Southern Maine. He has directed and performed for several churches, performed in choirs with the Portland Symphony, as soloist with ChoralArt, recorded and arranged piano with Vineyard Music, Anchour Studio, and Kingdom Life Church, and continues to study writing and production here in Nashville.
Mitchell Green - The Forge Nashville
Woodworking
The Forge Nashville is a 501(c)(3) arts organization in downtown Nashville, with a 24,000 square foot facility which includes a wood shop, metal shop, digital fabrication lab, studios, a scholarship program and a robust education program. Our mission is to provide makers and artists with affordable access to the professional tools, space and support they need to succeed, and to provide new opportunities to youth in underserved communities with our Forge Future Makers Program.
The Forge Future Makers Program is an initiative designed to empower the younger generations of Nashville through creative skill building, hands-on learning, and inspirational leadership, encouraging youths aged 7-18 to discover what it means to create with one's own hands.
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Mitchell Green is a long time woodworker and general maker of things. He began his career designing and fabricating custom enclosures for intricate car audio systems. He founded and operated a small business here in Nashville for seven years that included car, marine, and home audio/video and automation. His passion for creating things from wood began in those early car audio days and grew into a long term hobby. He has since gone on to design and build cabinetry and furniture, created multiple original designs of wooden utensils that are as much art as they are functional, and has mastered many of the fundamental concepts of woodworking and design. Mitchell is a long time member of The Forge, Nashville’s premier makerspace, and director of the Future Makers program whose goal is to engage with local youth through hands-on, project based learning.
Evan Lacy - The Forge Nashville
Woodworking
The Forge Nashville is a 501(c)(3) arts organization in downtown Nashville, with a 24,000 square foot facility which includes a wood shop, metal shop, digital fabrication lab, studios, a scholarship program and a robust education program. Our mission is to provide makers and artists with affordable access to the professional tools, space and support they need to succeed, and to provide new opportunities to youth in underserved communities with our Forge Future Makers Program.
The Forge Future Makers Program is an initiative designed to empower the younger generations of Nashville through creative skill building, hands-on learning, and inspirational leadership, encouraging youths aged 7-18 to discover what it means to create with one's own hands.​
Wejdan Alsabah & Turki Alanazi
Fencing
We are a family of fencing enthusiasts and professionals. As a couple, both of us are experienced fencing coaches dedicated to sharing our passion for the sport. Our 10-year-old son and 4-year-old daughter are also avid fencers, actively participating and excelling in the sport. Together, we bring a unique blend of expertise, commitment, and family spirit to our training sessions and events.
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Wejdan & Turki own Saif Fencing, a popular fencing club with locations across Middle Tennessee.
Jason Lockman
Cooking 6th-12th
Chef Jason Lockman has been cooking for over 20 years, bringing a wealth of experience from kitchens across California, Alaska, and Utah. Raised in a food-loving family with both parents working in the restaurant industry, Chef Lockman's passion for cooking was sparked early on. After honing his skills at the prestigious California Culinary Academy (CCA) in San Francisco, Chef Lockman continued to explore and perfect his craft in diverse culinary landscapes. From West Coast flavors to the unique ingredients of Alaska and the mountain cuisine of Utah, Chef Lockman currently brings a rich, dynamic style to every dish at Lockeland Table in East Nashville.
Rebekah Larson
Interior Design 6th-12th
Rebekah Larson has a passion for interior design and décor which allows her to transform spaces into beautiful, functional environments. With a background in residential, commercial, and custom home design, she has worked on a diverse range of projects, from full custom home builds and remodeling projects to designing personalized kids' rooms and themed spaces. Rebekah has a strong history of collaborating with local builders and independent homeowners to make thoughtful selections that bring clients' visions to life. In the classroom, Rebekah fosters a fun, hands-on learning environment, using real materials and practical tools to help students grasp the essentials of interior design.
Rachel Gerth
Study Hall/Tutoring
Rachel Gerth holds a Bachelor's degree in linguistics from the University of Mary Washington. After graduating, she worked at a tutoring center tutoring reading, math, history, as well as providing general homework help with kids ranging from second to eighth grade. After gaining experience, she created her own private tutoring business that she ran independently for several years. Rachel loves getting to know each student to figure out the best approach to make information click. Her degree in linguistics gives her a strong basis to help kids with reading challenges, but her true passion is math. Her oldest is a number lover and his interest really inspired her to explore ways to teach math that is engaging and fun. If she isn’t reading or gardening, she’s probably hiking or camping with her husband and three kids or cooking up an elaborate meal that explores the world’s cuisines.
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Natalie Erickson
Art K-2nd, Service Learning K-2nd, Creativity Club K-2nd, Cooking K-2nd, Writer's Workshop K-2nd
Natalie Erickson studied early childhood education at Arizona State University. She has eight years of professional experience, primarily working with preschool through third grade children. She is passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging classroom environment where children can thrive. She believes in helping young learners build a strong foundation of skills that will support their growth for years to come. Outside of teaching, she loves baking, enjoying a Diet Coke (or coffee!), and spending quality time with her husband, son, and twin daughters. With a deep belief in the power of creativity and play, she aims to spark curiosity and foster a lifelong love of learning in every child she works with. She looks forward to connecting with your family this year!
Cindy Clark
Fashion Design 3rd-5th, Handwriting & Typing 3rd-5th
With over 24 years of teaching experience, Cindy Clark is passionate about helping students unlock their creativity and reach their full potential. She holds a Master's degree and a Bachelor's in Education, with a special certification in K-12 Visual Arts.
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Cindy has taught a variety of subjects, created engaging lesson plans, and built strong relationships with students and their families. She’s also worked to bring the community into the classroom by organizing an annual fine arts show that highlighted student and local artist work.
Known for her problem-solving skills and organized approach, Cindy strives to create a classroom where students feel inspired and supported. She is a dedicated educator who believes in the power of communication, collaboration, and creativity in the learning process.
Crystal Bowron
Kitchen Chemistry 3rd-5th
Hello! I am a veteran homeschooling mom of 3, with a passion for bringing fun and creativity to education. Born and raised in Middle Tennessee, I have been active in the local secular homeschooling space for over 12 years. I have spent most of those 12 years as a Board Member and teacher with Common Ground Homeschool Co-op. I’ve had the privilege of teaching hundreds of students as a homeschool mom, through co-ops, summer camps, science events, and more. I’ve also had the honor of leading a fabulous Troop of homeschooled Girl Scouts since 2018. I believe that education is a lifelong endeavor, and childhood should be centered around play and discovery. “The best way to know is to do.” -Miss Frizzle
John Dvoracheck
High School World History, High School Government/Economics
John holds advanced degrees in both religion and politics, so he’s not allowed to talk at cocktail parties or family gatherings.
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His academic career broadly encompasses the humanities and social sciences. During undergrad he studied philosophy, economics, astronomy, and physics. Then, over the years, he’s collected master’s degrees in theology, history, political science and international affairs. Before moving to Nashville John was a professor and served as the Philosophy and Religion Chair at a small private college near Cincinnati, OH. John also teaches ballroom dancing and personal self-defense. Outside of the academic world, he is an entrepreneur and business developer. Over the years John has worked with various startups, in energy, tech, real estate and security. In short, he’s always happiest when he’s learning something new, or sharing his knowledge with others.
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Today, he’s receiving his biggest education yet… How to be a Dad!! He and his wife are blessed with Irish Triplets! They have three daughters, less than two years apart!! For perhaps the first time in his life, he feels like he has no idea what he’s doing. But boy has he gotten good at changing diapers!
Dawn Ruiz
Middle School Zoology
Dawn Ruiz, PT, Cert MDT has lived in the Nashville area with her husband Carlos for nearly 20 years. They have two awesome kids—Elena and Danny. Dawn got her degree in physical therapy from the University of New Mexico and has been a physical therapist for 20 years. She also holds a certification in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy. Dawn has a life-long love of learning and teaching and thinks everyone should have a little “mad scientist” in them. She has taught science classes for WEB Tutorial and is excited to join the Curve team!
Brenda Wolff
High School Health
Originally from Austin, Texas, Brenda Wolff graduated from the University of Texas with a Ph.D. in Neuroscience. She taught a variety of science college courses during her time as an Assistant Professor at Hendrix College in Arkansas before moving to Tennessee. Brenda and her husband, along with their two children, Andrew and Cailyn, settled here in the summer of 2019. She thoroughly enjoys coordinating science outreach events for elementary and middle students to help students better understand the scientific process. In addition to teaching at the Curve, Brenda is also a professor at Vol State and teaches classes at WEB Tutorial.
Danny Hyland - LPG Sports Academy
Sports Sampler K-2, Sports Sampler 3-5
Bio coming soon.