Katie Atwood - K5 Teacher’s Aide

Katie Atwood is a native of Georgia and an alumnus of KHCS. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in public health with a minor in French from University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky. She has worked in preschools for 9 years, and has a heart for teaching children about Jesus. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and dog, reading, gardening, sewing, cooking, and writing.

Deblilia Tingingnow - K4 Teacher’s Aide

Deblilia Tingingnow, or Debbie, grew up on the beautiful island of Yap. She started to go to Yap Baptist Church when she was a child because she liked the brownies that they gave out at the kids club. She was saved when she was thirteen when her cousin came home from Bible College and led her to the Lord. She continued to go to church and grew in her faith. After high school, she decided to go to Guam and attend Harvest Baptist Bible College. She graduated in 2022 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education. She enjoys swimming and will miss the beach. She loves children and is excited to come to KHCS with her adopted mom, Holly Novak. She is looking forward to exploring Georgia and going to a strawberry patch!

Margaret Snyder - K5 Kindergarten Teacher

Margaret Snyder is a kindergarten (K5) teacher from Greenville, South Carolina. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in early childhood education. Ms. Snyder is passionate about helping young children learn, especially teaching them to read books, and she loves giving them opportunities to explore God’s creation. In her free time, she enjoys running, gardening, and playing the violin.

Sheila Janifer - K4 Preschool Teacher

Shelia Janifer was born in Anniston, Alabama and has resided in Gwinnett County for over 30 years. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Office Administration from Jacksonville State University. With her eighteen years of homeschooling, she directed a community of 30+ children and over 15 families with the Classical approach to learning. She is married to her husband, Mark, who is a Software Support Consultant.  They have two adult daughters and one son.  In her free time, she loves spending time with her family, discovering new recipes, and exploring new adventures outside.

Akberet Andegiorgs - Extended Care & Teacher's Aid

Akberet Andegiorgs is from Eritrea where she taught first grade for six years and also worked in a literacy program for adults. In 2010, she moved to the United States and has lived in Georgia since then. She married her husband, Binyam, in 2014, and they have three children together – two boys and a girl. When Akberet has free time, she enjoys shopping, going on walks with her children, and spending time with her family.

Rachel Anderson - K5 Kindergarten Teacher

Rachel Anderson grew up in Grayson Georgia. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. Rachel loves to show students the love of Christ while making learning fun for everyone. She has three sisters and one dog. During her downtime, she enjoys reading and playing guitar.

Lori Anderson - Preschool Director & K4 Teacher

Lori Anderson was born and raised in New Jersey. She holds a master’s degree in special education from Bob Jones University and has ten years of teaching experience. As the preschool director, Mrs. Anderson spends her time teaching character and foundational concepts to the youngest on the Hill. Her husband, Chris, is the lead pastor at KHBC and they have four daughters, Rebekah, Rachel, Esther, and Grace. She enjoys spending time cooking and baking for her family.