Jessica Libasci

Kindergarten Teacher

jessica.libasci@trimont-academy.org

"I want to serve the Lord however He directs me. Right now, in this season He has me here to help build a foundation for faith in Jesus and teach my sweet Kinders."


Schooling/Degree/Experience: AAS in School Age Education, ECE Certificate, NCECC, NCECAC

Years with TCA: 22

Favorite Bible Story: The Parable of the Lost Sheep

Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 6:26-27; Psalm 94:19

Favorite Place to Eat: El Charro

Favorite Place to Shop: Walmart, Michaels

Favorite Food: Hummus, Feta, and Cucumber wraps

Favorite Snack/Candy: Milk Chocolate (Hershey)

Hobbies: Gardening, Crafting, Being a mommy

Kathy Green

1st Grade Teacher

kathy.green@trimont-academy.org

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Years with TCA: 2

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Dana McQuitty

2nd Grade Teacher

dana.mcquitty@trimont-academy.org

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Sandra Magee

3rd Grade Teacher

sandra.magee@trimont-academy.org

"I love Christian Education. i love seeing the students grow as they learn about Jesus' love. Inspiring children to do their best as they learn is a joy to me!"


Schooling/Degree/Experience: Bachelors in Education

Years with TCA: 12

Favorite Bible Story: Esther

Favorite Bible Verse: Hebrews 12:1-2

Favorite Place to Eat: Mi Casa, Jersey Mikes

Favorite Place to Shop: Small specialty shops

Favorite Food: Italian

Favorite Snack/Candy: Caramel M&Ms

Hobbies: Reading, Spending time with grandchildren

Mary Jackson

4th-5th Grade Language Arts/Math Teacher

mary.jackson@trimont-academy.org

"I appreciate the staff and the smaller class sizes. This allows me to work more closely with students to meet their needs. I value being able to work in a Christian environment and use a Christian curriculum to help children learn about God."


Schooling/Degree/Experience: BA in Education (Indiana University); Teaching Certificate from UNC-Asheville

Years with TCA: 14

Favorite Bible Story: Jonah

Favorite Bible Verse: Jeremiah 29:11

Favorite Place to Eat: Dalaya

Favorite Place to Shop: Amazon, Teacher Pay Teacher, Joann Fabric

Favorite Food: Indian, Thai

Favorite Snack/Candy: Chocolate (not dark)

Hobbies: Quilting, Gardening

Heather Swanson

4th-5th Grade Bible/History/Science Teacher

heather.swanson@trimont-academy.org

"I work at TCA to be surrounded by people of like-minded beliefs. Being able to teach kids about Jesus and being able to pray with & for them is so special."


Schooling/Degree/Experience: Associates in Teacher Prep; BA in Elementary Education

Years with TCA: 4 (2nd year teaching)

Favorite Bible Story: The Prodigal Son

Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 8:18

Favorite Place to Eat: Pikantes, Cracker Barrel

Favorite Place to Shop: Amazon, Hobby Lobby

Favorite Food to Eat: Italian, Mexican

Favorite Snack/Candy: Pistachios, Popcorn, Skittles

Hobbies: Photography, Reading

Barbara Vlass

6th-8th English/History Teacher (Interim)

barbara.vlass@trimont-academy.org

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Tiffney Pendergrass

6th-8th Grade Literature/Science Teacher

tiffneypendergrass@trimontchristianacademy.com

"I work at Trimont because there is no greater joy than being able to teach children about Jesus. I love to see the light bulb moments and students overcoming their struggles."


Schooling/Degree/Experience: AAS in School Age Education and Elementary Education. BA Degree in Elementary Studies  

Years with TCA: 8 (mix of Preschool & K-8)

Favorite Bible Story:  David and Goliath

Favorite Bible Verse:  Philippians 4:13

Favorite Place to Eat:  Motor Company Grill; Gondolas

Favorite Place to Shop:  Walmart; Amazon; Crabtrees

Favorite Food:  Crab Legs and Fried Ravioli

Favorite Snack/Candy: Chex Mix, Kettle corn, Life Saver Gummies

Hobbies: Crafting, hiking and being outside with my family

Tommy Rickards

6th-8th Grade Bible/Math Teacher

tommy.rickards@trimont-academy.org

"I love teaching. I sensed this was God's will for me at this time. I know many of the students already. I know I will also grow spiritually from this experience."


Schooling/Degree/Experience: BS & MS in Social Studies Education; M. Div. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

Years with TCA: 3

Favorite Bible Story: Story of Joseph (Old Testament)

Favorite Bible Verse: Ephesians 2:10; 2 Timothy 1:9

Favorite Place to Eat: Blue Rooster in Waynesville

Favorite Place to Shop: Daltons Christian Bookstore

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Favorite Snack/Candy: Pepperidge Farm Cookies (Dark Chocolate Pecan)

Hobbies: Reading