Christian Academy of Campbell County
Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.
-Proverbs 22:6
Mr. David Wilhoit
Administrator and Fifth Through Eighth Grade Mathematics and Science
Hello, I am a native of Campbell County and teach Math and Science at CACC for grades 5-8. I received a Bachelor's degree in Mathmatics and Science education with a concentration in Secondary Education in 1987 from Lincoln Memorial University. I was employed for 23 years at LMU as the Director of the Upward Bound Program. I have taught mathematics at J. Frank White Academy and Lincoln Memorial University. I earned my Master's Degree in Administration and Supervision in 1994 and went on to receive my Ed.S degree in Administration and Supervision in 2001.
I am active at my church, Trinity Baptist Church in Middlesboro, KY where I serve as a deacon, treasurer, choir member and youth director. My wife Julie and I have three children, Hannah age 16, Hunter age 8, and Colton age 18 months. In my community I serve as Chair of the Board of Directors at Cooperative Christian Ministry and treasurer of the ARH Credit Union Board of Directors.
I came to CACC in 2012 and love teaching students math (from basic math through algebra 1) and science (Life, Physical and Earth) as well as Bible to students who are eager to learn. I enjoy teaching students individually and collectively.
I believe the Christian atmosphere at the Academy is an excellent place to teach and gives teachers the opportunity to work with students on an individual basis.
Ele Childress
Administrative Assistant
I was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan and raised in Cartersville, Georgia. I am married to Terry Childress, who is a native of Campbell County. We live in the Davis Chapel community. I have two grown stepsons, Matthew and Brandon Childress, and one grown son, Dakota Henderson. Terry and I also have one son, William, who attends CCAC.
I earned both a Bachelor of Business in Accounting from Lincoln Memorial University in 1994 and a Masters of Business Administration in 2009. Along with being the Administrative Assistant here at CACC, I am also the Treasurer and Secretary to the Board of Directors of CACC.
My husband and I head up Upward Basketball at First Baptist Church of LaFollette, where we are active members.
I truly feel honored and blessed to be called to work alongside of such wonderful Christian individuals who are providing these children with the tools they will need to become strong Christian Leaders.
Rose Taylor
Pre-School
My name is Rose Taylor and I am honored to be the Preschool teacher at the Christian Academy of Campbell County. I am a graduate of Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, TN and I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree. I am currently finishing my last requirements toward completing my Master's Degree in Mathematics and Science K-8. I love technology and have experience in managing the Technology Department in a previous school. I would like to work with our administrator to enhance the technology at CACC. Additionally, I have worked at the First Baptist Church of Lafollette as their Nursery Worker, taking cake of infants and toddlers during services or events from March 2012 to August 2016. My passion is teaching children and I enjoy watching them grow in knowledge and grow in faith. I am the youngest of three girls and very family oriented. I look forward to working with each parent regarding the development of the children in the Preschool class. This will be a great year and I am excited to be in such a warm environment of providing a Christ centered education to our students.
Nancy Frye
Kindergarten and First Grade
Hi, I'm Nancy. My husband John and I live with our adult daughter Allison in Jacksboro. I am a member of Jacksboro United Methodist Church. My family and I have lived in Campbell County since 1990. I obtained my teaching certification and Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Tennessee.
I began substituting at the Christian Academy the year it relocated to its present site. A kindergarten teaching vacancy became available the following year and I have taught at CACC ever since. I have also on occassion taught Spanish and Art here at CACC.
Teaching kindergarten is my calling. I still cry when my students read their first sentence! I have been blessed to see many students gain a solid foundation in Biblical teaching and academics and take their place in society as young adults. I thank God for allowing me to be a faculty member at the Christian Academy of Campbell County!
Ollie Medley
Second and Third Grade
I am an honors graduate of the University of Tennessee. I am married to Neal Medley, and we have two grown children, Michael and Clarissa both of whom are graduates of CACC.
I began teaching at CACC in 1993 and believe strongly in Christian education. I believe in the scripture found in Proverbs 22:6, and it is my desire that students grow in wisdom, knowledge and truth not only while attending CACC but also throughout their lives. I am a member of First Baptist Church of LaFollette.
Allen Greenwood
Fifth Through Eighth Grade History
My name is Allen Greenwood, and I am very thankful to be one of the middle school teachers at the Christian Academy of Campbell County; here, I teach Bible studies, history, and spelling. I hold a Master's degree from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary with a specific focus on Christian education. I am also a graduate from Lincoln Memorial University where I earned my Bachelor's of Art degree in Art with a music minor.
I am a native of Campbell County, and reside in Jacksboro with my wife, Lisa, our daughter, Alyssa, and our cat, Hobbes. We are active church members in several ministries at Mount Paran Baptist Church. My hobbies include illustration and graphic design, toy collecting, comic books, television and movies, and playing drums.
I want to do everything that I can with my life to point people towards Christ, and I have a passion to teach the many truths and wonders of God's word. 1 Corinthians 10: 31 tells us, “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” I want my students to see that we have a mission to be a light into our community here as well as being steadfast in God's Word in order to be ambassador's of Christ to our whole world.
Mary Dee Bruce
Fifth Through Eighth Grade English and Literature
I was born and raised in Campbell County and am married to Greg Bruce. We have three adult children ; Adam, Mary Elizabeth, and Conner, all of whom attended CACC.
I am a graduate of the University of Tennessee with a BS in Business Administration and minors in English and Economics. I love teaching children and strive to instill a love for reading in each child I have in my class.
My passions include teaching young adults, working with a literacy program, and animal rescue.
My hobbies are reading, gardening, skiing (snow and water), scuba diving, knitting, and traveling
I attend Our Lady of Perpetual Help in LaFollette and participate regularly in church activities.
My personal challenge is to try to understand and love the most unlovable among us...most importantly children and to try to instill a love of reading in all my students.