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      <image:title>Faculty &amp; Staff - Mrs. Lennox - Preschool and Morning Care</image:title>
      <image:caption>I am Jennifer Lennox. I am a native Floridian, born and raised in Hernando County. This is my fifth year at West Hernando Christian School, as well as my daughters Josie and Aubree. I am very excited and beyond blessed to be chosen to be an educator to serve your children.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>I grew up in Hernando County. I graduated from USF St. Pete with a Bachelors of Science in Education. I am married with two children. I taught Kindergarten for two years before staying home with our children for six years. I returned to teaching two years ago and have taught K4 for the last two years. I really love this age and being able to pour into each student and showing the love of Jesus to my students.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>My name is Jazmin Conran and I am thrilled to be teaching 1st grade and coaching Cross Country at West Hernando Christian School. I grew up right here in Hernando County, and I’ve been happily married to my Husband, Alex, since 2020. My family and I faithfully attend The Rock Church. In 2016, I graduated with my Bachelors of Science degree in Sport and Exercise Science from the University of Central Florida. I have always loved sports and competing, my favorite being running. I’ve completed countless 5k’s, three half marathons and I hope to one day run a marathon. Some of my many passions are teaching, coaching, traveling, event planning, and photography.  I love watching my students grow spiritually, emotionally, and academically. I truly love my job and in my classroom, students will always feel loved, safe, and important.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>My name is Crystal Cox and I am the 2nd grade teacher at West Hernando Christian School. I have been happily married to my husband, Brandon, since 2007. Together we have 2 children, Makenna and Degan. Both of them have been attending WHCS since Pre-K! My family and I faithfully attend and serve at Grace Family Church in Lutz. I absolutely love what I get to do every day. I love the family-feel environment and it's a joy to give our little ones their first school experience. I don't take for granted the privilege I have...planting seeds of Jesus in our kiddos!</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Hi! My name is Brittany Shue and this is my 4th year at WHCS. I am so excited to be teaching 4th grade again. I have been married to my husband, Tyler since 2017 and we have one daughter named Olivia. I have a Bachelor's degree from Keiser University and I am a Cancer Survivor! I am also the assistant volleyball coach here at WHCS. My family and I faithfully serve and attend Go Church in Spring Hill. I love working with children and I'm so excited to teach</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Faculty &amp; Staff - Mr. Shaffer - 5th Grade</image:title>
      <image:caption>Hello, my name is Mr. Shaffer. I am excited and blessed to start my first year here at WHCS as a fifth year teacher! On my free time I love to be outdoors and enjoying God's world whether it's fishing or hunting. I am looking forward to a fun and God focused school year with you!</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Faculty &amp; Staff - Mrs. Hobbs - Fine Arts and Elementary Chapel Coordinator</image:title>
      <image:caption>My name is Meredith Hobbs (Mrs. Hobbs) and I am the Elementary Fine Arts teacher here at WHCS! This will be my third year and I have just fallen in love with this school. I attended Southeastern University in Lakeland, FL and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Music Business, with a minor in Theology and a minor in Music Composition. I have been leading worship at my home church, Family First Church in Spring Hill, for a number of years and also serve on staff as the Executive Pastor. This school year 2024-2025 will be my first year also teaching 12th Grade Bible and helping coordinate our high school chapels.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>My name is Nicole Prack. I have been in The Pasco/Hernando area since 1990. I moved here from Maine. I’ve been married for over 25 years. My husband and I have three wonderful children. All of whom have attended WHCS. We began our journey with WHCS in 2002 when my oldest daughter attended the K4 program. One year later our 2nd daughter joined K3 and three years later our son joined them. Both of my daughters have graduated from West Hernando Christian School, and my son is a senior this year. After volunteering for many years, in 2010 I joined the West Hernando Christian School family working as the elementary PE coach. I then moved on to teach Art in 2013. In addition to teaching, I have coached our cross country team from 2013-2022. This year I will be teaching elementary, middle, and high school art.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>My name is Chris Johnson, and I am excited and blessed to have been teaching at WHCS since 2021.  I’ve been married to my wife, Jennifer, since 2001 and we have 2 amazing children, Emilee, and Mollee, along with our loyal and super special rescue dog, Cooper.  My favorite verse is 1 Corinthians 2:9, “Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.”</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Faculty &amp; Staff - Mrs. Covin - High School Science and Chaplain Coordinator</image:title>
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      <image:title>Faculty &amp; Staff - Mrs. Walton - High School</image:title>
      <image:caption>Mrs. Walton holds a Masters of Arts in Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, She was a home-school educator for her five children for several years. She is actively involved in her church, likes playing volleyball, and gains joy from in-depth Bible studies. Three values at home and in the classroom summarize her philosophy: (1) reverence God, (2) value people, and (3) fully grasp your own worth as a daughter or son of The King. A highlight for Mrs. Walton is getting to know students individually and corporately, especially through written and verbal communication.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>I developed an early interest in learning because I was raised in a country where education is cherished, but so few individuals are fortunate to afford a good education. Having this passion for learning, after I obtained my Bachelor's Degree of Science in Management at Hodges University, I decided to enroll in the Educator Preparation Institute (EPI). Upon completion, I accepted the position at West Hernando Christian School in 2014 as the 6th grade teacher. I taught 6th grade for 5 years until 2019. I had a year off, but I am happy to be back with the WHCS family.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Faculty &amp; Staff - Mrs. Gordon - Student Services</image:title>
      <image:caption>My name is Keri Gordon. I have been with WHCS since its inception in 1996 and have loved each and every minute! Over the years I have served here in a variety of capacities ranging from teaching to office manager. My husband, Chris, and I have lived in Spring Hill since 1985. We have two grown children, Cyndi and C.J., both of whom graduated from WHCS. We attend Grace Family Church in Lutz and enjoy serving in different outreach ministries. I attended both SPC and PHSC graduating with honors in December 2012 with an AA.</image:caption>
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