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

Suzette Perlmutter, M.Ed.
Kindergarten

Wendy Mumaw
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

Lana Shivers
5th & 6th Grade - Math & Science
Secondary Educators

Joanna Brinkerhoff, M.Ed.
Secondary - ELAR

Tim Chesney
Secondary - Spanish, World History, Logic

Arin Harrison, M.Ed.
Secondary - History

Anna Miller
Secondary - Science

Sarah Shaw, M.Ed.
Secondary Math

Annette Shortes, M.Ed.
Secondary Math
Elective Educators

Meghan Claunch
Art

Tristan Lee
Art, The Fallacy Detective

Murray Richter
Creative Writing

Tapley Shoup, M.Ed.
Technology

Stacey Yee
Theatre
Staff

Leticia Goodman
Administrative Assistant
Long Term Volunteers

Courtney Bruce, M.S.
Athletics

Maria Stuart, M.S.
Athletics