The Team
The Team
Our team is comprised of genuinely gifted minds
At Mercy Prep, we place a paramount emphasis on excellence in education, demonstrated by our team of dedicated educators. With extensive experience and diverse backgrounds, our educators embody a commitment to nurturing young minds and fostering a love for learning. Through careful selection, we prioritize hiring qualified individuals who bring expertise and passion to our classrooms, ensuring that every student receives a top-tier education that prepares them for a successful future.
Leadership

Erica Phillips, M.Ed.
Founder, Administrator

Cary Phillips
Founder

Arin Harrison, M.Ed.
Academic Dean
Elementary Educators

Cameron Collins
Pre-K

Wendy Mumaw
Kindergarten

Suzette Perlmutter, M.Ed.
Kindergarten

Janine Thorne
1st Grade

Becca Foster, M.Ed.
2nd Grade

Susan Bishop
3rd Grade

Melissa Hyder
4th Grade

Tonya Edwards
5th & 6th Grade - Language & History

Brittni Dunbar
5th & 6th Grade - Math & Science
Secondary Educators

Joanna Brinkerhoff, M.Ed.
Secondary - ELAR

Paula Harris
Secondary - Spanish

Arin Harrison, M.Ed.
Secondary - Capstone
Steve Marrow, M.Ed.
Secondary - History

Anna Miller
Secondary - Science

Sarah Shaw, M.Ed.
Secondary - Math

Lana Shivers
Dual Credit Liaison

Annette Shortes, M.Ed.
Secondary - Math

Marcus Shortes, Ph.D.
Secondary - Math

Greg Springer
Secondary - Math
Elective Educators

Meghan Claunch
Art

Tapley Shoup, M.Ed.
Technology

Stacey Yee
Theatre
Staff

Megan Gaskey
Aide

Kayla Land
School Office Coordinator

Vanessa McCarley
Admissions

Chris Baca, M.A.
Athletic Director
Membership Board

Sean Lee
Board Member

Danielle Rodgers
Board Member

Cary Phillips
Founder

Erica Phillips, M.Ed.
Founder, Administrator
Board of Trustees

Tim Chesney
Board Member

Robert Hinerman
Board Member

Amanda Kalivoda
Board Member

Greg Springer
Board Member
