Staff Directory

Mrs. Angela Jones-Howze is a veteran educator with 28 years of experience ranging from tutoring to teaching to administration. Her professional experience includes serving as a classroom teacher and an administrator in a brick-and-mortar environment. Mrs. Jones-Howze has also worked as a virtual educator in various capacities for 10 years. She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education, a master’s degree in early childhood education, a second master’s in education administration, and a doctorate in organizational leadership. She is excited to be a part of the awesome Carolus family!

803.881.4262, Ext. 1000

Mrs. Tracey Lee was born and raised on the island of Trinidad. Her mom and grandmother are both educators, so she has always been passionate about education. She obtained her bachelor’s degree from Claflin University. Her career in education includes six years of teaching all subjects in 2nd and 3rd grades and one year serving as a school-level technologist. She enjoys spending time with her husband and stepdaughter, watching basketball (Go Lady Gamecocks!), playing video games, and traveling.

803.881.4262, Ext. 1022

Miss Kanesha Morman has been an educator for nearly a decade. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from the University of South Carolina Upstate. She taught 3rd grade for three years in Athens, Georgia, before obtaining a master’s in reading with dyslexia certification from Sam Houston State University. Miss Morman transitioned into the interventionist role, serving 4th and 5th grades in reading and math and serving as a dyslexia interventionist in Houston, Texas. She is a certified dyslexia therapist passionate about making learning accessible for all. Miss Morman is working on a Doctor of Education in curriculum and instruction from Texas Southern University. Miss Morman enjoys reading, traveling, and crafting. She is excited to be part of the Carolus team, supporting teachers and students in best reading practices.

803.881.4262, Ext. 1023

Mr. Scott has been an educator for 17 years, beginning as a kindergarten paraprofessional in Georgia. A graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and Columbia University Teachers College, he also is a 2012 Teach For America alumnus. His career includes teaching middle and high school social studies, coaching basketball in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas, and serving as an assistant principal and principal at IDEA Public Schools. He has led Prep Public Schools, a public charter school network in Tennessee, for the past five years as Head of School and CEO.

Residing in Chattanooga with his wife, Aseneth, and two sons, Ethan and Nathan, Mr. Scott is a first-generation college graduate driven by a passion for providing all students with access to a supportive and excellent education. He looks forward to getting to know and working with the staff, scholars, and parents at Carolus Online Academy.

Ms. Pam Sieger is the executive director for Carolus Online Academy as of April 2024. More recently, she was the portfolio academic administrator working with schools, providing training, professional development, and academic support. Before this role, she served as the gifted coordinator at NMDCA, working with students both academically and with their social and emotional goals. Ms. Sieger began working with K12-powered schools in July 2012 as a middle school English teacher in Pennsylvania, where she gained experience working with online learners, families, and colleagues.

Ms. Sieger earned her Master of Education in English from Edinboro University and a Master of Education in Gifted Education from Millersville University. She earned her bachelor’s degree in secondary education English from Penn State University. She is a level III certified teacher in secondary education English and a certified teacher and endorsed teacher in pre-K–12th grade gifted education.

Ms. Sieger is a certified youth mental health first-aid instructor who fosters trauma-informed awareness in schools. She is also a certified practitioner with the Institute of Habits of Mind and volunteers on the  National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) award committee.

Mr. Christopher Webber brings over two decades of dedicated service in education, excelling in creating access points, opportunities, and experiences for a diverse student population with varied career-focused interests.

Mr. Webber’s teaching philosophy centers on building strong relationships through empathy and understanding, setting a foundation for effective communication and information sharing. His skills extend to team building, instructional design, curriculum development, and leadership within dynamic learning ecosystems.

A proponent of intersectional innovation and growth, Mr. Webber is passionate about coaching and collaboration, modeling reflective thinking, and optimizing communication. His strategic approach to marketing and partnership development continues to drive his interest in networking, relationship building, and expanding high school programs.

Committed to proactive program building and strong school-business collaborations, Mr. Webber aims to empower both learners and leaders to realize their unique potential and expand their horizons.

As an innovative academic administrator, Mr. Webber is dedicated to ensuring that the school’s trajectory surpasses goals with a student-centered approach, cultivating meaningful connections with staff, students, teachers, parents, and stakeholders.

803.881.4262, Ext. 1035

Miss Bowen joined the COA team after six years as a teacher in brick-and-mortar schools and two years as director of activities at PruittHealth. She graduated from Boston University with a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education and earned a Master of Arts in special education and literacy from St. John’s University.

A native of Long Island, New York, Miss Bowen lives in Myrtle Beach and has a loving and supportive family, including two wonderful bonus kids. She is a runner, triathlete, mental health advocate, and self-described nutrition and fitness nerd. Miss Bowen enjoys camping, hiking, baking, reading, yoga, and music in her spare time.

Mrs. Robyn Chesner is originally from Massachusetts. She has a Bachelor’s Degree from Westfield State College and a Master’s Degree from Coastal Carolina, both in Early Childhood Education. She moved to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and began teaching in 2006. She has taught both in person and virtually. Mrs. Chesner enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and her rescue dog. She loves the Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics, and Bruins. When not teaching or spending time with her family, Mrs. Chesner loves to craft.

Mrs. Cleckley is from Columbia, South Carolina. She registers students and obtains any records for student success at COA. She began working in education in 2015, and this will be her eighth year as a school registrar. Mrs. Cleckley enjoys watching and playing sports, spending time with her family and friends, and traveling. Her favorite saying is: Only Believe.

Hello! My name is Mrs. April Elder, and I reside in Greer, SC. I am originally from Spartanburg but have also lived at the coast in Myrtle Beach. I live with my husband, Johnny and our son, Brock; in addition, I have two dogs and a cat! Hobbies of mine include reading, spending time with my family, traveling, and researching my family history. My educational background includes a Bachelors degree in Business Administration (Limestone College), a Masters in Business Administration (South University), and a Masters in Early Childhood Education (Ashford University). Along with this I have also been a FBLA Advisor and an assistant basketball coach. This is my third-year teaching and my first year at Carolus Online Academy! I look forward to teaching your students and helping them advance their knowledge and education in technology and career readiness!

Miss Evans is a professional educator with more than 10 years of teaching experience in both brick-and-mortar and virtual classrooms. She graduated from the University of Maryland with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and teaching. She also holds two master’s degrees: One in middle school mathematics from Western Governor’s University and one in teaching and learning from Post University.

Miss Evans is passionate about building scholars’ confidence in their ability to learn and master mathematics and for developing critical-thinking skills. When not teaching, you can probably find Miss Evans reading a book or binge-watching TV in her favorite recliner.

Mrs. Fultz is a proud graduate of the University of Florida, where she earned her degree in music education. This is her 14th year in the teaching profession. Throughout her career, she’s been privileged to teach various subjects, including instrumental music, general music, and choral music. Switching from brick-and-mortar school to online will allow for more dynamic and engaging content integration. Mrs. Fultz is excited to share her passion for the arts with all her students to enable them to express themselves through different creative outlets. She’s also looking forward to tailoring her teaching approach to meet the individual needs of each student, fostering personalized learning and growth. Music is her passion; she plays many different instruments, but her principal instrument is the French horn. Mrs. Fultz also loves riding and showing horses and shares a passion for travel with her husband.

Ms. Garcia is excited to be an early childhood teacher for Carolus (COA). She cannot wait to meet her “sweet school babies,” their families, and their Learning Coaches. Ms. Garcia’s undergraduate degree is in art and mass communications. Not long after graduating college, she found herself in a teaching assistant position, where she discovered her passion for educating young children. She now has a master’s degree and initial teaching certification in early childhood education. Ms. Garcia has more than 16 years of experience as an educator, and this will be her fourth year teaching virtually. Her first “school babies” have already graduated from college and started careers and families of their own. It means the world to her that she feels like she was a part of that.

My name is Stevie Hamlin and I am a 7th year teacher. I received my bachelor’s in psychology from the University of Pittsburgh. After spending some time working with kiddos on the spectrum, I got involved in the NC school system. This is where I discovered my love for teaching. I went back to school to receive my master’s in elementary education from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW). I have taught 4th and 5th grade in both FL and SC. This is my first year as a virtual educator. When not teaching, you can find me with my nose buried in a book, baking/cooking up a storm in my kitchen, or going on adventures with my Aussie Doodle, Jax.

Ms. Jones recently relocated from Orlando, Florida, where she taught middle school for the past eight years. She is certified to teach English language arts, history, reading, business education, and speech and debate.

Ms. Jones has two grown daughters who currently live in Alabama and Texas. She considers herself a hobby farmer and beginning beekeeper. She is also raising two black Labrador service puppies.

This is Mrs. Kayser’s seventh year in education, and she cannot wait to connect with you and your family. Mrs. Kayser obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from West Virginia University and her master’s degree in school counseling from Capella University. She is excited to transition into this new role as a community engagement specialist and use the counseling skills she gained from previous experiences. Mrs. Kayser’s goal is to help foster a sense of community and act as a liaison between COA and families. Her mission is to continue building positive relationships and ensuring everyone feels heard and supported. Outside of work, she enjoys making memories with her family!

Ms. Linares has a bachelor’s degree from Bob Jones University, and taught for four years in a brick-and-mortar school. This is her first time teaching virtually, and she is excited to explore a whole new way of helping students learn and grow. When not teaching, Ms. Linares enjoys spending time with her two-year-old daughter, her husband, and their dog, Lucky.

Mrs. McGloin is a dedicated career exploration teacher. This is her 10th year as a teacher and her third year as a career exploration teacher! She is excited to teach at COA this school year because she will have the unique opportunity to inspire and empower students to reach their full potential. Mrs. McGloin believes that learning should be a journey of discovery, and she’s eager to guide her students. She looks forward to building solid relationships with her students this upcoming year and cannot wait for their adventures together. During her free time, she enjoys reading, watching TV, and spending time with her family.

Ms. Milam studied early childhood and elementary education in Texas before teaching for 7 years in Texas, Brazil, and South Carolina. She is excited be teaching virtually with COA now. She loves teaching and seeing the students learn and grow. In her free time, she loves to travel and spend time with her friends and family.

Ms. Miles is COA’s middle school ELA teacher. She’s going into her fifth year of teaching and is excited to be teaching at COA! Ms. Miles earned her degree from the University of South Carolina. She is certified to teach English and social studies, and teaching ELA is her passion. She loves to read, and her goal is to help her students find their love of reading too. Ms. Miles is looking forward to meeting all the new middle school students, and she thinks it will be a fantastic year of virtual learning!

Ms. Perry comes to COA with seven years of teaching experience in Kentucky and South Carolina. She holds a bachelor’s degree in early childhood and elementary education from Eastern Kentucky University.

Originally from Lexington, Kentucky, Ms. Perry and her husband moved to Charleston in 2017 to be closer to family. She looks forward to building relationships with the students and families at COA.

Ms. Olivia Planty is COA’s middle school math teacher, an inspiring educator originally from New England. Ms. Planty has always been passionate about science and nature, which led her to earn a bachelor’s degree in biology from Bridgewater State University. Later, she pursued her Montessori Secondary Certification from Houston Montessori. She has been in education for eight years. During her teaching career, Ms. Planty has taught math and science. She loves to help students build connections and confidence through their learning. You can find her at the beach, gardening, cooking, or spending quality time with her husband and rescue dog when she’s not teaching. Ms. Planty’s mission is to inspire her students to love math and make connections with the world around them.

Ms. Randolph is a National Board Certified teacher who earned her bachelor’s degree in physical education at Eastern Kentucky University and her master’s degree in elementary education at Coastal Carolina University. Before joining COA, Ms. Randolph taught 4th and 5th grades, as well as PE to grades CD–12. She is excited to provide an engaging learning environment that encourages and supports all students and their individual needs. When not teaching, Ms. Randolph enjoys spending time with her husband and son, traveling, and cheering on her favorite team, the Kentucky Wildcats.

Dr. Josie White earned her bachelors degree in Secondary Education English from Clemson University, a masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Saint Xavier University, a second masters degree from the American College of Education in Educational Leadership, and a doctorate from the University of South Carolina in Curriculum and Instruction. This is her fifteenth year in education and her seventh year in virtual schools. She is passionate about helping students be successful.

Dr. White lives in the Charleston area with her husband, two sons, and two dogs. In her free time, she enjoys reading, cooking, being outside, and cheering on the Clemson Tigers.

Mrs. Wilson’s role at COA includes counseling and providing preventive services to promote students’ academic, career, and personal and social development. This school year marks her 17th year in the field of education. She earned her master’s degree in school counseling from East Carolina University and a master’s in leadership from the University of South Carolina. Mrs. Wilson’s education and experience have taught her the value of advocating for students and collaborating with teachers, parents, and administrators to support the success of all learners. She aims to empower students with the tools and resources they need to succeed while fostering an inclusive learning environment where every student feels respected and supported. Outside work, Mrs. Wilson enjoys spending time with her family and their rescue dog.