Donna McMorris - Classroom Administrator
LAUNCH and PREP - Language Arts and Mathematics
High School Math
LAUNCH and PREP - Language Arts and Mathematics
High School Math
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Donna McMorris has been homeschooling for 20+ years. She has five children, 4 daughters and a son. Her four daughters are homeschool graduates and her son is in high school. Donna's experience with multi-level classrooms comes from her involvement with homeschool co-ops and teaching at a cottage school. She holds a BA in Education and is working on her Masters to become a reading specialist. Donna most enjoys teaching 3rd - 8th grade students and teaching students to read, but has found a new passion recently working with the high school students.
Julie Riddle - Program Administrator
LEAP and PREP (History and Science)
LEAP and PREP (History and Science)
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Julie and her husband Bill began their homeschooling journey in the early 1990s. Since that time it has been Julie’s passion to help families navigate through their homeschooling journey. Earning her American Montessori Society Early Childhood Certification in the early 2000s, Julie was the Early Childhood Classroom Lead Teacher and Business Administrator for a small private Montessori School located in Jackson, TN. Julie began work with HomeLife Tutorial in 2015 as Classroom Administrator and Billing Manager. “My passion is our families and supporting them through the journey of educating their children.”
Isaiah Niess
PILOT - High School Sciences
PILOT - High School Sciences
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Isaiah Niess grew up as a homeschooler in Somerville Tennessee. After moving to Florida and finishing high school through dual enrollment, he pursued a degree in biochemistry at Southeastern University. He went on to graduate summa cum laude from SEU as a School of Honors Scholar. Through his time at SEU, Isaiah acquired a passion for teaching, working as a TA and a tutor for 3 of the 4 years. On a personal note, Isaiah enjoys music, science, and spending time with friends and family.
Nick Brown
PILOT - English Language Arts and Philosophy/World History
PILOT - English Language Arts and Philosophy/World History
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Nick is a Mississippi native who moved to Jackson in 2004 to attend Union University, where he met his wife, Sharon, and graduated with a B.A. in History. Nick also holds a Master of Divinity from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and is the preaching elder of Christ Community Church in Jackson. Nick gained a passion for teaching through serving as youth pastor, small-group leader, Sunday School teacher, and pastor for multiple churches in Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee. In his free time, Nick enjoys reading, gaming, and gardening.
Nicolas Zeto
Student Teacher
PILOT - Leadership/Service & Philosophy/World History
Student Teacher
PILOT - Leadership/Service & Philosophy/World History
Nick is a HomeLife Tutorial Alumni and has gained a passion for teaching and is in college and is student teaching. He is very excited to have the opportunity to help our teachers and impact our students. Nick is a hard worker and everyone that comes in contact with him is blessed by him in some way! Nick will be leading the Leadership/Service class for PILOT this year under the mentorship of Mrs. Trudy Abel, and will be working alongside Mr. Nick Brown in the Philosophy/World History class. Additionally, he will float between classes as needed and also is our property and building manager for the campus.
Bryanna Ruesche, LSSW (Taking a Year Off)
Concentrated Studies - PREP Leadership & Personal Development
Circles Leader, ACxel Theatre Classes
Concentrated Studies - PREP Leadership & Personal Development
Circles Leader, ACxel Theatre Classes
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Bryanna "Bry" is passionate about empowering and connecting with the next generation and is honored to be part of serving students through HLT. Bry loves working with students and helping them through struggles and engaging them through "circle" time, working through personal development, and encouraging them through relationships. Bry was homeschooled herself and is now married and has a precious new pup named "Dude". She holds her Bachelors in both Theatre and Psychology and a Masters in Social Work.
ACxel Instructors
Joseph Wunrow
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HLT ADVISORY BOARD
Angela McKee, Director & Chair
Direction & Vision, Registration & Website
Angela is the Senior Administrator for HomeLife Academy and has served on the board and planning committee of HomeLife Tutorial since its inception in 2012. She serves as the Director of HLT and gives general direction and vision for the program. She also oversees the registration and website development. You can reach her at [email protected] or call the HLA office at 888-560-0774 ext 3515.
Julie Riddle, Program Administrator
Family/Student Relations &
High School Academic Advisor
Julie is a long time HomeLife Academy family and lifelong homeschooler. She has served HomeLife Tutorial as the Classroom Administrator for several years and as a teacher, advisor and administrative assistant. Julie is an invaluable asset. She has served on the board of directors for 2 years and has assisted with the development of our program and overall support with tutorial needs. She is currently serving on the board and as an advisor to the current Classroom Administrator. You can reach her at [email protected] or call the office at 888-560-0774 ext 4500.
Donna McMorris, Board Member & Classroom Administrator
Family/Student Relations &
Elementary & Middle School Academic Advisor
Donna McMorris has been homeschooling for 20+ years. She has five children, 4 daughters and a son. Her four daughters are homeschool graduates and her son is in high school. Donna's experience with multi-level classrooms comes from her involvement with homeschool co-ops and teaching at a cottage school. She holds a BA in Education and is working on her Masters to become a reading specialist. You can reach her at [email protected] or call the office at 888-560-0774 ext 3542.
Rachel Adams, Board Member & Organizational Relations
Rachel Adams has been with HomeLife for over 5 years and is passionate about homeschooling and meeting the needs of students and parents. She has two children, one an HLA graduate and the other a Senior. She is married to Tom, who also works at HLA and oversees security and emergency plans along with Rachel on both campuses. Rachel serves as the Director of People and Culture for HLA. She also works with teachers and staff to find the needed resources, supplies, fixtures, and tools needed for the classes and coordinates events held each year. You can reach her at [email protected] or call 888-560-0774 ext 3522.
Dr. Trudy Abel, Advisory Member
HCF Director of Special Needs Program
You can read Trudy's bio above. She is a tremendous resource and encourager to teachers and students alike. She has been serving in an advisory role during this HLT registration season and in planning for the upcoming school year. She is "semi" retired and is very excited to begin working with students once again in the classroom. We are blessed to have her wisdom and knowledge on the HLT board. While Trudy is working as more of an advisor these days and mentoring our staff, we are truly blessed to have her part of our family at HLT, HLA, and HCF.
