Shannon Aardsma has an enthusiasm for writing that is certain to inspire her students to develop a love for language and literature. A graduate of Belhaven University, she earned her B.A. in Creative Writing and Graphic Design, graduating summa cum laude. Miss Aardsma is not new to Oak Hill; she attended from PreK through elementary before her family returned to upstate New York. She feels strongly that a classroom should be a joyful place to learn, where structure enables curiosity and guidance. She enjoys photography and dabbles in ceramics. Shannon’s faith in Christ is central and her desire to walk with Him daily is certain to influence her students.
Amanda Fournier has worked in various school settings and in children’s ministry. She attends McLean Bible Church with her family. Mrs. Fournier brings a thoughtful gentleness to her classroom, cultivating in her students a love of learning. She is frequently seen reading with her class on the floor, guiding her students in nature study or group projects and giving her pupils ample opportunities to speak on notes taken during Bible and history class. She holds a B.A. from the University of Delaware.
Through her calm demeanor, Ashley Ramsey brings professionalism to her fourth grade classroom and sets a strong example of organization and focus for her students. While earning her AAS in Secondary Education and her BS in Mathematics, she gained valuable classroom experience. She has taught in a local homeschool group and has also educated her own children from preschool through sixth grade. When she isn’t mentoring her fourth graders, Ashley enjoys reading and spending time outdoors.
Abigail Faith Thoburn is continuing her family's heritage of teaching as she begins her teaching vocation. A graduate of New Saint Andrews College, she earned her A.A. in Liberal Arts and continues independently to study educational philosophies especially of Charlotte Mason. Abigail brings a calm presence to the classroom and hopes to cultivate a sense of wonder through hands-on learning and an appreciation for God's creation. She maintains high expectations while encouraging a delight in learning. When not in the classroom, she is most likely attending a Pilates class or sipping coffee in a cozy cafe.
Destiny McGorman is our PE Teacher at Oak Hill. She graduated from Liberty University and has two children attending OHCS. She loves all things sports related and hopes to strengthen and encourage sportsmanship in our students. Her primary goal is not simply to have fun, but to teach the kids to maintain Christlike character and support one another even while being opponents in sports.
Justin Sutters teaches elementary art at Oak Hill. He also serves as the Director of Graduate Art Education program at George Mason University. He works with our teachers to creatively engage students with hands-on lessons, reinforcing what they are learning in their main classrooms. He exemplifies a genuine love and excitement for God’s world in his teaching.
Gloria Oh brings intellectual curiosity and academic excellence to the classroom. A graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, she earned her B.S. in Biology before completing an M.S. in Biomedical Sciences at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Gloria has a strong biblical worldview and looks forward to partnering with parents in providing an exceptional education for their children. When she isn't teaching, Gloria enjoys reading, playing the viola, and sketching.
Laurie Maltby brings experience and a genuine love for teaching to her Elementary Math classroom. She graduated cum laude with a B.A. in Elementary Education from La Salle University. Laurie spent nearly 15 years serving as a missionary teacher in Africa and ran her own preschool in Virginia.
