Harvest Community School is unique in that it provides children the opportunity to grow and develop into the amazing individuals God intended. All schools provide instruction in math, reading, grammar, science, and history. What sets HCS apart is how we provide that instruction plus so much more. Our week includes Shakespeare, artist study, classical music, second language, and nature study while developing the unique God-given talents of your child. God's Holy Word is our cornerstone.
Angie Bruner, M. Ed. - Headmaster; High School TeacherI graduated from the College of Charleston in 1993 with a degree in Elementary/Early Childhood Education. I married that summer and began my journey in education that fall. The years passed, and my husband and I had two beautiful children. I even managed to earn a masters degree in Education Administration.
While my career was exciting and varied, I always felt as if something was missing from the education model. We decided to homeschool our oldest child because of my dissatisfaction with traditional education as well as my overwhelming desire for my children to have a fulfilling education. Once I discovered Charlotte Mason's ideas, all the missing pieces fell into place. I finally experienced seeing my children enjoy learning. I knew that this was how God intended for children to learn. I am humbled that God has chosen to use me to offer a Charlotte Mason education to our community. Click here for my email address. John Goff, Ph. D. - High School Teacher
The complexity of Earth processes has always fascinated me and led to getting a PhD in geology from the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (1996). I have worked on different projects from coast-to-coast and offshore in the mining and oil industries; presented research at professional conferences; and published peer-reviewed papers in scientific journals. Yet family has always come first and when elderly parents developed serious health problems, I returned home to be their full-time caregiver for over a decade. There are times when it is difficult to understand how things happen for a reason and by design. Yet if not for putting career and life on hold, I never would have settled in Clarendon County or become part of Harvest Community School. A long-held career goal has always been to pass on formal knowledge and practical skills to the next generation. I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to positively impact young lives and teach students how to be critical thinkers. Click here for my email address. Kathy Springs, B. Ed. - Primary B Teacher
I have had the privilege of living in Europe, Asia, and in several states. I graduated from Patch American High School in Stuttgart, Germany. I was able to visit Berlin several times before reunification. I have also to have the good fortune to travel throughout most of the European countries and study their history. In edition, I have had the opportunity to visit the Great Wall of China and visit the DMZ (the negotiation zone between North and South Korea). I have seen and experienced so much in my lifetime and have come to appreciate the beauty of other cultures and the people. It is this love of learning about history and different cultures that I try to incorporate in my classroom. I graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in education. I have taught and served in administrative roles in private and public schools. I enjoy being a teacher. I love to see the look in a child's eyes the moment they understand. No matter how many years I have taught, that incredible feeling never gets old. I am currently working in the field of behavior analysis. I am also currently working toward my master degree in behavior analysis. I find my experience in this field is very helpful in the classroom. I am married to my best friend and have three incredible daughters, two fantastic sons-in-law, and three beautiful grandchildren. My off time is spent coaching different sport teams and teaching Sunday School at our church. My grandchildren are on the teams and in the classes. I have one simple philosophy: empower children by educating and giving them a voice. The best possible education is a gift that every child deserves. By educating children, you give them a voice that should be heard around the world. Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 19:14 Click here for my email address. Jennifer Connors, GCDF - High School Teacher; Guidance CounselorI graduated from Manning High School with honors in 1994 and then attended Columbia College and University of South Carolina in Columbia where I graduated in 1998 with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism & Mass Communications with an emphasis on Public Relations and a minor in photography. Having been inspired by my high school journalism teacher, I wanted to teach and started doing so at my Alma Matter, until I moved to Columbia after getting married. In Columbia, I worked as a Public Relations representative and Volunteer Administrator for a Christian sponsored housing program for homeless families. When my first son was born, I left the workplace for a few years. As soon as I returned to the working world, I went back to teaching! I have served at a few different schools and held a few different positions but all of them have been about educating others in one way or another. Even Public Relations is educating others in a way; educating the public about a program, a cause, an event etc.
In 2007 I received training through the Commission on Higher Education as a College Coach and in 2010 I completed my certification in Global Career Development. I love college and career counseling as well as teaching and writing. In my spare time I enjoy photography, travel planning and volunteering as a firefighter as well as horseback riding, watching all of my children play various sports, and hunting and fishing with my family. I am married to a former teacher, coach and current firefighter (who teaches firefighters now) and we have 5 children: Aubrey, 20, a junior at Furman University; Bailey, 17, a senior in high school; Bryce, 13; Gavin, 11; and Irelynn, 6. Click here for my email address. |
Tammy Glaser, M.S. O.R. - Curriculum; Mathematics and Feast TeacherI graduated from the Naval Academy in 1985 and planned to make the Navy a career. I tracked submarines, earned a masters degree, and recruited for the Navy. God had a better plan in mind. He gave me a loving family: Steve, my husband, and our children, Pamela and David. After our daughter developed autism, I found my true calling in education. I left the Navy in 1995 and started homeschooling.
Shifting to Charlotte Mason's ideas began in 2000 with my children and later in church ministry. I was blessed to join AmblesideOnline when it born! God has let me share these ideas with families, speak at conferences, and train public, charter, and private school teachers. For two years, a team of educators and I designed curriculum for the first Charlotte Mason charter school in the USA. I'm part of prov-en-der and similar groups. I'm thrilled to inspire teachers, students, and families to learn and love learning. Click here for my email address. Melissa Solone, M. Ed. - Elementary Teacher
I am originally from Queens, NY. I relocated to South Carolina to join my mother in 1999. I have a passion for education and my journey in teaching began in 1985 after receiving a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education / Elementary Education. I taught at a day care facility for 15 years, then transitioned to the New York Public School System. I taught in public school for 2 years. I've always believed that children should be allowed to learn naturally at their own pace, so I became overwhelmed by the "rush" approach being applied to teaching. I left teaching and pursued a career in Human Services. I worked for Willowglen Academy for 11 years, but my love of teaching and education resurfaced. I went back to school, earning a Master of Arts in Special Education. In the summer of 2015, I was given the opportunity to become a Kindergarten teacher at Harvest. I was immediately attracted to the Charlotte Mason teaching method, and I am grateful to be able to work at a school that shares my belief of allowing children to learn naturally. Click here for my email address. Carrie Detwiler, B.A.E, B.A.S.P. - Elementary TeacherI married into Clarendon County and am originally from Jackson, Mississippi. My family and I currently live in Summerton.
I studied Elementary and Special Education at John Brown University in Arkansas. I have taught in public and private schools, but have fallen head over heels in love with the Charlotte Mason educational philosophy and am crazy thankful to be a teacher here at Harvest. Click here for my email address Darlene Bryant, B. Ed. - Primary Teacher
I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Bible. My first several teaching jobs were at the primary level. When my husband and I started a family, I felt the Lord directing me to give up my teaching job to stay home. During my stay at home years I homeschooled our three children. Four years ago I re-entered the paid workforce. This fall I become an empty nester as my youngest child heads off to college. I began to ask the Lord to open a door of opportunity for me to be involved in something worthwhile, desiring in my heart that it would be a teaching position. I am delighted the Lord answered my prayer in making a place for me in the Harvest family! I am excited to be a part of a school that values each child’s uniqueness and utilizes living books to touch hearts and minds. Click here for my email address. Joy Davis - Administrative Assistant; Teaching Assistant
I graduated from Airport High School in Columbia, South Carolina. Afterward I enrolled at Midlands Technical College and studied to become a Veterinarian Technician. While in school, I worked at 1st Franklin Financial as an assistant manager. Shortly after graduation, I began to work as a Veterinary Tech, remaining in this position for 6 years. After having my son Linkin, I decided to take time off to care for my son. When my son started school, I began working as a substitute teacher, assisting with special needs kids, and helping in the cafeteria. I came to Harvest because I really love to work with children and I am excited to be in such a loving environment where each child is treated as an individual. Click here for my email address. Jenny Levasseur, B. Ed. - Spanish Teacher
I am from Bogota, Columbia, in South America. I grew up in a Christian home and I went to college and received a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. I worked with children for about fifteen years. I came to the the U.S.A. in 1999 and became a Salvation Army officer. I was with the Salvation Army for seven years, teaching both children and adults. I received Bible training in Colombia but received additional training at the Salvation Army school for officer training in Suffern, New York. Afterwards, I became an instructor at the school, teaching Spanish-speaking officers for two years. I married my husband Peter in 2006. Our son Matthew came into our lives in 2009. In 2010, I had the great joy of becoming a citizen of the U.S.A. In the fall of 2015, I joined the staff at Harvest Community School. Click here for my email address. |
