Who We Are

   Bryan has an MA in History and MS in Strategic Intelligence, a background in teaching history, languages, and liberal arts as well as 12 years of experience in the Department of Defense in senior analytical roles. He and his wife have two children whom they homeschool.  

Maria has an MA in Applied Orthodox Theology and has been homeschooling and teaching for the past ten years. Maria was the founder of SNAC in 2017, has taught Christian Studies, Russian, Latin, and Science at St. Nicholas and now also teaches for St. Athanasius Academy.

Dr. Thola holds an Ed.D. from Liberty University, an MIS in jewelry and sculpture, and a BA in graphic design. With over 40 years of teaching experience, she specializes in iconography, painting, calligraphy, and mixed media. She also has a studio at Lorton’s Workhouse Arts Center.

Alexis earned her BA in Literature and History from Hellenic College in Brookline, MA, where she focused on European intellectual history and classical literature. She also studied oil painting, ancient sculpture in Greece, and completed photography courses and mentorships in digital hand editing.

Sean brings musical experience and sharp analytical skills to Music Appreciation. A passionate musician who has played in multiple bands, he holds a degree in Strategic Intelligence and a Master’s in Law. His background in threat analysis and trademark law offers students a unique, thoughtful perspective on music history and art.

Adrienne holds a Bachelor of Arts in both Journalism and Political Science and a Master of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in Secondary English (grades 7-12). She previously taught Honors English in public schools and Literature at SNAC for 3 years. 

Elizabeth earned her BA in Psychology from Virginia Tech in 2013. Shortly after, she taught as a special education teacher for five years and then served as an Orthodox missionary in Guatemala with her husband, Fr. Thomas and children for four years. She has extensive experience working in youth ministry, teaching Sunday School, youth retreats, and camp counseling/directing. She has enjoyed teaching beginning elements of Byzantine chant to SNAC students.

Felicia brings seven years of homeschooling experience, five years with the SNAC community, and two decades of specialized caregiving expertise to her teaching role. A proud military spouse and mother of four, she also serves as SNAC’s bookkeeper and yearbook coordinator, alongside managing financial and social media administration for her local church. An honors graduate in both practical nursing (LPN) and cosmetology, Felicia combines a strong work ethic with a versatile, nurturing approach to education.  

Tori has ten years of home education experience and five years of instruction at SNAC. A mother of five, she translates real-world household management into creative, practical lessons. Having taught courses spanning culinary arts, sewing, textile crafting, language arts, and science, Tori createss dynamic, hands-on learning environments. An avid traveler, she loves bringing a sense of adventure to her students.  

Heather has an M.S. in Biology as well as a B.S. in Environmental Science and a B.S. in nursing with a Registered Nurse license. She enjoys homeschooling her two children with her husband, and spending time outside in nature with her dogs and chickens.

Jennalee Allen holds both an undergrad and masters in music and has been teaching for the past 10 years. She loves working with students of all ages and is excited to join the SNAC community this year with her four children.

Jen has been an integral part of our community and a parishioner at Nativity of Our Lord Orthodox Church since 1999. Passionate about teaching and reading literature of all genres, she has homeschooled her seven children over many wonderful years and is now also raising two cows on their family property.

Katie is an Orthodox Christian and active member of Nativity. She holds an MBA from Liberty University and has extensive experience in the federal government’s financial regulatory sector, as well as on Capitol Hill. After five years of homeschooling and teaching in the homeschool community, she enjoys using a variety of teaching styles to reach and engage all types of learners.

When she isn’t teaching, taxiing, or supporting her kiddos in their extracurriculars, Katie stays busy running several businesses and serving her homeschool community.