Elementary and Elementary Staff
K5 and 1st grade use the Abeka curriculum for Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies and Biblical instruction. 2nd grade uses a combination of Abeka, Evan Moore, and BJU curriculum for Reading, Vocabulary Acquisition, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Biblical instruction. 3rd through 5th grades use a combination of Purposeful Design (ACSI), Evan Moor, Heritage Studies (BJU) curriculum for Reading, Vocabulary Acquisition, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Biblical instruction. All elementary students participate in Art, PE, and Computers on a daily basis as well as Choir on a weekly basis. The elementary staff has a wealth of experience and works diligently to help our students succeed academically and grow socially, emotionally, and spiritually.
Nan Holder | K5 Teacher
This is my 17th year teaching here at Millers Creek Christian School. I graduated from WGU with a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I attend Pilgrim Baptist Church where I assist in the Preschool - Kindergarten Sunday School and also assist with Children's Church. Other than teaching I enjoy walking, rock painting and spending time with my family.
Sylena Winebarger | K5 Teacher’s Assistant
I attend church at Maple Springs Baptist Church. I am married, my husband and I have a one son. I currently am a student at Wilkes Community College. I enjoy reading, camping, fishing and time with my family.
Kristen Parsons | 1st Grade Teacher
My name is Kristen Welborn Parsons. I have an elementary education degree from Appalachian State University. I have been teaching for 28 years. I taught thirteen years in public school before moving to MCCS. I married my high school sweetheart and we have two boys, Grayson and Issac. Both attended here at MCCS and both are now attending college at Appalachian State University.
Brittany Eller | Business Manager
Hi! My name is Brittany Eller. I have been at MCCS for 2 years now and I have loved every moment here. I received my Bachelor's degree in Business Management at Appalachian State University. I have been married to my husband, Josh for 5 years, and we have a a son who is 3, named Luke. We also have two dogs- Bentley & Bandit. Our favorite hobby is to go camping together. My favorite snack is Dr. Pepper & Cookies. Thank you for allowing me to be apart of the MCCS Family~
Nikki Huffman | 2nd Grade Teacher
My name is Nikki Huffman and I am the second grade teacher at MCCS. I am married to my wonderful husband Chris and we have three children and a dog, Rosie. I taught in public school for 10 years before staying at home for seven years with our children. I am loving being back in the classroom. I enjoy spending the weekends with our family and our church family.
Cindy Parsons | English Teacher, 3rd-5th Grades & 3rd Grade Bible
I love reading to my students! I have taught various grades throughout my 30 years in public school. Once I retired, I began working here at MCCS. I am now beginning my fourth year at MCCS teaching ELA in grades 3-5. I love spending time with her family and cooking for other people.
Jeff Beard | Science and Social Studies Teacher, 3rd-5th Grades & 4th Grade Bible
I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor's degree from the School of Mass Communications in Public Relations. I have worked in retail management for 31 years and most recently was the Store Manager of Belk for 12 years and retired this year. My store was a training center for the region at Belk. I have three kids. My 20 year old son is a Junior at UNC Chapel Hill and is on their rowing team and I my 18 year old twin girls are attending School of Science and Math in Durham. I love teaching.
Marie Waddell | Math Teacher, 3rd-5th Grades & 5th Grade Bible
I graduated from Campbell University with a degree in Elementary Education. I retired from teaching in the Wilkes County school system. My husband and I have four special grandchildren that I love to read to. I enjoy reading, cooking, gardening and taking care of our horses.
K5 and 1st grade use the Abeka curriculum for Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies and Biblical instruction. 2nd grade uses a combination of Abeka, Evan Moore, and BJU curriculum for Reading, Vocabulary Acquisition, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Biblical instruction. 3rd through 5th grades use a combination of Purposeful Design (ACSI), Evan Moor, Heritage Studies (BJU) curriculum for Reading, Vocabulary Acquisition, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Biblical instruction. All elementary students participate in Art, PE, and Computers on a daily basis as well as Choir on a weekly basis. The elementary staff has a wealth of experience and works diligently to help our students succeed academically and grow socially, emotionally, and spiritually.
Nan Holder | K5 Teacher
This is my 17th year teaching here at Millers Creek Christian School. I graduated from WGU with a Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I attend Pilgrim Baptist Church where I assist in the Preschool - Kindergarten Sunday School and also assist with Children's Church. Other than teaching I enjoy walking, rock painting and spending time with my family.
Sylena Winebarger | K5 Teacher’s Assistant
I attend church at Maple Springs Baptist Church. I am married, my husband and I have a one son. I currently am a student at Wilkes Community College. I enjoy reading, camping, fishing and time with my family.
Kristen Parsons | 1st Grade Teacher
My name is Kristen Welborn Parsons. I have an elementary education degree from Appalachian State University. I have been teaching for 28 years. I taught thirteen years in public school before moving to MCCS. I married my high school sweetheart and we have two boys, Grayson and Issac. Both attended here at MCCS and both are now attending college at Appalachian State University.
Brittany Eller | Business Manager
Hi! My name is Brittany Eller. I have been at MCCS for 2 years now and I have loved every moment here. I received my Bachelor's degree in Business Management at Appalachian State University. I have been married to my husband, Josh for 5 years, and we have a a son who is 3, named Luke. We also have two dogs- Bentley & Bandit. Our favorite hobby is to go camping together. My favorite snack is Dr. Pepper & Cookies. Thank you for allowing me to be apart of the MCCS Family~
Nikki Huffman | 2nd Grade Teacher
My name is Nikki Huffman and I am the second grade teacher at MCCS. I am married to my wonderful husband Chris and we have three children and a dog, Rosie. I taught in public school for 10 years before staying at home for seven years with our children. I am loving being back in the classroom. I enjoy spending the weekends with our family and our church family.
Cindy Parsons | English Teacher, 3rd-5th Grades & 3rd Grade Bible
I love reading to my students! I have taught various grades throughout my 30 years in public school. Once I retired, I began working here at MCCS. I am now beginning my fourth year at MCCS teaching ELA in grades 3-5. I love spending time with her family and cooking for other people.
Jeff Beard | Science and Social Studies Teacher, 3rd-5th Grades & 4th Grade Bible
I graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor's degree from the School of Mass Communications in Public Relations. I have worked in retail management for 31 years and most recently was the Store Manager of Belk for 12 years and retired this year. My store was a training center for the region at Belk. I have three kids. My 20 year old son is a Junior at UNC Chapel Hill and is on their rowing team and I my 18 year old twin girls are attending School of Science and Math in Durham. I love teaching.
Marie Waddell | Math Teacher, 3rd-5th Grades & 5th Grade Bible
I graduated from Campbell University with a degree in Elementary Education. I retired from teaching in the Wilkes County school system. My husband and I have four special grandchildren that I love to read to. I enjoy reading, cooking, gardening and taking care of our horses.