Faculty Friday

Meet our 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Webster. Mrs. Webster is new to the grade level but she is no stranger to MPCA. We are so thankful for her willingness to teach a different grade this year and we look forward to having a great year! Mrs. Webster took time to answer a few questions for us!

1. Tell us a little about your salvation experience.
On August 8, 1989 I was attending a revival meeting with Ron Comfort as the speaker. His sermon was about knowing for sure that you are saved. He said if you could not remember one thing from your salvation experience that you were probably not saved. I realized that I had no memory of asking Christ into my heart and I went forward and got saved.

2. How many years have you been at MPCA?
This will be my 9th year at MPCA.

3. Tell us about your family.
My husband is Dana and we have been married for 20 years. Children: Rachel 18, Mark 17, Jeff 15, Tori 11, and Luke 8.

4. What is your favorite Bible verse?
My favorite verse is Philippians 4:11.

5. Why did you choose to become a teacher?
 I was ready to return to College in 2005 and I felt the Lord leading me into the field of education so that I could be home when my children are home. I love teaching and can't think of anything else I would rather be doing.

6. What is your favorite hobby outside of school?
I love to READ!

7. What is your favorite desert or candy bar?
I Love Snickers!

8. What is your favorite smart phone app or computer program?
I don't have a smart phone and not a big fan of computers.

9. What would you like to tell your upcoming students?
I am looking forward to teaching the fourth grade and am excited about all the fun things we will be doing. Looking forward to God blessing another year of teaching and praying that each student will learn to love God and put Him first in all they do.

10. Where do you go to church?
I attend Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church in Oliver Springs.

Faculty Friday

Meet our first and second grade teacher, Ms. Becky Taylor. Ms. Taylor will be teaching the two grades for the first time this year and we know she will do a wonderful job! Thank-you Ms. Taylor for taking time to answer a few questions.

1. Tell us a little about your salvation experience.
I trusted the Lord on June 3rd, 2003 after several months of battling over weather I was saved or not I finally got it settled!

2. How many years have you been at MPCA?
This will be my third year at MPCA.

3. Tell us about your family.
I have a son, Seth who is 8 years old.

4. What is your favorite Bible verse?
My favorite verse is Joshua 24:15.

5. Why did you choose to become a teacher?
 I enjoy teaching and working with children. I am grateful that the Lord has allowed me to do what I love.

6. What is your favorite hobby outside of school?
I enjoy reading and riding bikes. 

7. What is your favorite desert or candy bar?
Anything chocolate.

8. What is your favorite smart phone app or computer program?
Candy Crush Saga

9. What would you like to tell your upcoming students?
I'm excited about a new year! I will always try to do my best and that is all I ask of you. Enjoy the rest of your summer and I will see you on September 3rd.

10. Where do you go to church?
I attend Clax Gap Baptist Church in Harriman.

Faculty Friday

Meet our Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Amanda Barker. Mrs. Barker took time out of her busy summer to answer a few questions for us so we could all get to know her a little better.

1. Tell us a little about your salvation experience.
My mother led me to the Lord when I was 4 years old. I clearly remember the burden in my heart that I was not saved and the joy I experienced after accepting Christ as my Savior! 

2. How many years have you been at MPCA?
I have been involved with MPCA for 14 years. This will be my 7th year of teaching in the class room. I taught for 3 years and then stayed home with my children for several years. I have been blessed to be able to teach Kindergarten the last 3 years.

3. Tell us about your family.
I'm married to Nathan Barker (6-6-1998). We have been blessed with three wonderful daughters: Summer Grace, Autumn Faith and Winter Hope.

4. What is your favorite Bible verse?
My favorite verse changes often but it is currently 2 Corinthians 12:9.

5. Why did you choose to become a teacher?
I wanted to be a teacher so that I could impact the lives of our future generations AND I love all the fun things you get to do as a teacher--like go on field trips and play with toys while learning!

6. What is your favorite hobby outside of school?
I enjoy spending time with my children and husband, reading, and the outdoors.

7. What is your favorite desert or candy bar?
Butterfinger

8. What is your favorite smart phone app or computer program?
I am not really a technology person, but I do enjoy playing games on the computer and reading on my Kindle! 

9. What would you like to tell your upcoming students?
I can't wait for you to see all the fun things that you get to learn in Kindergarten. We are going to have a great time and one of the most exciting things is that you are going to learn how to READ! Mrs. Ladd and are super excited to spend your first year of school with you!

10. Where do you go to church?
I attend Mount Pisgah Baptist Church in Oliver Springs.

Faculty Friday

Mrs. Megan Burnham teaches a variety of subjects to our 7th-12th grades. Mrs. Burnham is back full-time this school year after taking time out of the classroom to be with her own children. She took a few minutes to answer a few questions so we could get to know her better.

1. Tell us about your salvation experience.
I made a profession of faith when I was about 7 years old. However, I never really had peace about where I would spend eternity. In 1999 (the age of 13), after battling pride for years ,the Lord once again spoke to my heart during a teen activity. I finally asked the Lord to save me. I jokingly say it is the only good thing that has ever came out of a UT/Florida football game.

2. How many years have you been at MPCA?
This year will be my 3rd year teaching at MPCA. I taught second grade in 2008-2009, part time 2012-2013 and I am looking forward to being back full time this school year!

3. Tell us about your family.
I have been married to Scott since 2007. We have two beautiful children - Eli James (9/30/09) and Brianna Robyn (4/24/11).

4. What is your favorite Bible verse?
Psalm 27:14

5. Why did you choose to become a teacher?
I can remember teaching my stuffed animals their alphabet when I was just starting kindergarten. I have never wanted to be anything other than a teacher. I  surrendered to serve in full-time ministry in 2004 and I am so honored that God has called me to be a Christian school teacher.

6. What is your favorite hobby outside of school?
I love taking pictures and doing anything with my family!

7. What is your favorite candy bar or dessert?
Snickers are my weakness. As far as desserts, I love Butterfinger Pie.

8. What is your favorite smart phone app or computer program?
My iPhone is never far from my side! My top 3 apps would have to be Pinterest, Instagram and of course Facebook.

9. Where do you attend church?
I attend Mount Pisgah Baptist Church in Oliver Springs.

10. What would you like to tell your upcoming students?
I am so excited about this school year. I love that I am going to be able to teach a few new classes that I think the students will enjoy. Be prepared to learn and have fun in the process! 

Middle School & High School Schedules

The new school year is less than a month away! We hope you have had a wonderful summer so far and will enjoy the upcoming weeks as you prepare for the 2013-2014 school year. Here is a look at the tentative class schedules for grades 7th-12th.

7th Grade (Homeroom, Mr. Broscious)

1. English, Mrs. Johnson
2. Tennessee History, Mrs. Burnham
3. Typing, Mrs. Burnham
4. Bible, Mr. Broscious
5. Science, Mrs. Campbell
6. Math, Mrs. Burnham
7. Fine Arts, Mr. Barker

8th Grade (Homeroom, Mr. Broscious)

1. English, Mrs. Johnson
2. Tennessee History, Mrs. Burnham
3. Earth Science, Mrs. Campbell
4. Bible, Mr. Broscious
5. Pre-Algebra, Mrs. Burnham
6. Study Hall
7. Fine Arts, Mr. Barker

9th Grade (Homeroom, Mrs. Johnson)

1. Bible, Mr. Barker
2. Physical Science, Mrs. Campbell
3. Computer, Mrs. Burnham
4. Algebra 1, Mrs. Scroggins
5. US History, Mr. Petty
6. English, Mrs. Johnson
7. Fine Arts, Mr. Barker

10th Grade (Homeroom, Mrs. Johnson)

1. Bible, Mr. Barker
2. English, Mrs. Johnson
3. Algebra 2, Mrs. Scroggins
4. Biology, Mrs. Campbell
5. US History, Mr. Petty
6. Health, Mrs. Campbell
7. Fine Arts, Mr. Barker

11th Grade (Homeroom, Mrs. Burnham)

1. Bible, Mr. Barker
2. Physical Science, Mrs. Campbell
3. Economics/Government, Mrs. Johnson
4. English, Mrs. Johnson
5. US History, Mr. Petty
6. Math, Mrs. Scroggins
7. Fine Arts/Media Arts, Mr. Barker/Mrs. Burnham

12th Grade (Homeroom, Mrs. Burnham)

1. Bible, Mr. Barker
2. Pre-Calculus, Mrs. Scroggins
3. Economics/Government, Mrs. Johnson
4. English, Mrs. Johnson
5. Senior Prep, Mrs. Johnson
6. Health, Mrs. Campbell
7. Fine Arts/Media Arts, Mr. Barker/Mrs. Burnham

Faculty Friday

Meet our 5th and 6th grade teacher, Mr. Jim Petty. Although he is new the grade level he is no stranger to MPCA. Mr. Petty also teaches high school US History. We are so thankful for Mr. Petty and his wife Mrs. Petty, who teaches are elementary art classes. They are both definitely a blessing to our school family. Thank-you Mr. Petty for taking time to answer a few questions for us!

1. Tell us about your salvation experience.
I trusted the Lord on April 19, 1964 after hearing my pastor preach a sermon titled "Prepare to Meet Thy God." I knew that I was not prepared! When the invitation was given I gave my heart to the Lord.

2. How long have you been at MPCA?
I have taught at MPCA since 2004.

3. Tell us a little about your family.
I'm married to Sandy (12-19-1970) and we have two children: James (1974) and Becky (1980) we are also the proud grandparents of Seth Taylor (2005).

4. What is your favorite desert or candy bar?
Far and away my favorite desert is.....chocolate chip cookies.

5. What do you like to do in your spare time?
I enjoy reading biographies and playing chess in my "spare" time.

6. What is your favorite Bible verse?
My favorite verse is I Peter 5:7.

7. Where do you attend church?
I'm the Pastor at Clax Gap Baptist Church in Harriman.

8. What would you like to tell your upcoming students?
I'm looking forward to teaching the 5th-6th grades this year. I'm praying that this will be another great year at MPCA and that each student will give their best and be their best for the Lord.