Middle School Faculty
Linda Guntharp
MIDDLE SCHOOL ART
Linda Guntharp joined us this fall to teach K-8 Art and Drama. She holds a BFA from the University of the Arts, AAS Commercial and Computer Arts from TNCC, MBA from New York Institute of Technology and most recently an Interior Design degree from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Linda has worked professionally in the visual and performing arts for more than 25 years. Her teaching experiences include private lessons, studio workshops and programs in both public and private schools. Linda’s most recent formal teaching experience was with Hampton Christian Academy where she taught 2nd through 12th grade art and drama. Linda’s largest professional commercial accomplishment was completing over 20 murals as the lead artist on Busch Gardens ride “Escape from Pompeii”. Linda has been a volunteer and has served on the boards of York County School of the Arts and Eastern Virginia School for the Performing Arts for numerous years. She is a member of Tikvat Israel Messianic Congregation where she has previously served as drama director.
Chelsea Meisinger
MUSIC AND STRINGS
Chelsea Meisinger teaches Strings, and leads worship for our students in all grades. Chelsea is a native of the Hampton Roads area, having grown up in Newport News, VA. She attended Woodside High School where she participated in the orchestra and studied music theory. During her time there she performed at the Boston Pops Theatre and became Concertmaster of the orchestra. Chelsea graduated from The College of William & Mary where she completed her degrees in French & Francophone Studies and Elementary Education, with a focus in Teaching English as a Second Language. Chelsea began teaching in 2015 when she came to Williamsburg Christian Academy, after spending two years of practicum service at James River Elementary School in Williamsburg, VA. Chelsea enjoys singing, songwriting, playing instruments, leading worship, reading, and watching movies. She moved to Williamsburg in 2012 when she married her husband, David and together they have two dogs, Maggie and Izzy. They attend and volunteer at Waters Edge Church regularly, where Chelsea also leads worship periodically.
Michelle Kelley
BIBLICAL STUDIES
Michelle Kelley instructs middle and upper school Bible classes along with helping to plan and co-lead an upper school mission trip. She graduated from Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois with a degree in Biblical and Theological Studies. Having recently moved to the area, she is still looking for a church home. In Illinois, she was a leader of children’s and college ministries for the last several years. She is committed to the Word of God and discipling young people.
Chelsea Meisinger
MIDDLE SCHOOL BIBLE/PRAISE BAND
Chelsea Meisinger instructs 8th Grade Bible Studies, and leads worship for our students in all grades. Chelsea is a native of the Hampton Roads area, having grown up in Newport News, VA. She attended Woodside High School where she participated in the orchestra and studied music theory. During her time there she performed at the Boston Pops Theatre and became Concertmaster of the orchestra. Chelsea graduated from The College of William & Mary where she completed her degrees in French & Francophone Studies and Elementary Education, with a focus in Teaching English as a Second Language. Chelsea began teaching in 2015 when she came to Williamsburg Christian Academy, after spending two years of practicum service at James River Elementary School in Williamsburg, VA. Chelsea enjoys singing, songwriting, playing instruments, leading worship, reading, and watching movies. She moved to Williamsburg in 2012 when she married her husband, David and together they have two dogs, Maggie and Izzy. They attend and volunteer at Waters Edge Church regularly, where Chelsea also leads worship periodically.
Susan Rodenburg
MIDDLE SCHOOL ENGLISH
Susan Rodenberg teaches middle and upper school English and History. She graduated from James Madison University with a degree in English and with minors in political science and music. She is currently working towards a Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction at Regent University. Susan is a state licensed teacher who has been teaching middle school English for the last few years at Berkeley Middle School. Her daughter, Emma, is a WCA alumnus and her son, Peter, is a current student. Susan is a published author and is excited to enhance student appreciation of literature and improve their writing skills!
Dan Stec
ENGLISH
Dan Stec is a first year teacher at WCA, teaching Middle School English. He will be co-leading our senior mission trip in the spring. Dan graduated from Concordia University in Mequon, Wisconsin with a degree in Education and English and has spent over 10 years as a Christian school teacher. Dan recently relocated with his wife to Williamsburg with their two young children. She is the worship leader at King of Glory Church where they are members. He is passionate about writing skills and developing those skills in our students.
Susan Rodenburg
MIDDLE SCHOOL HISTORY
Susan Rodenberg teaches Middle School History at WCA. She graduated from James Madison University with a degree in English and with minors in political science and music. She is currently working towards a Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction at Regent University. Susan is a state licensed teacher who has been teaching middle school English for the last few years at Berkeley Middle School. Her daughter, Emma, is a WCA alumnus and her son, Peter, is a current student. Susan is also a published author.
Dan Stec
MIDDLE SCHOOL US HISTORY
Dan Stec will be teaching Middle School American History. He will be co-leading our senior mission trip in the spring. Dan graduated from Concordia University in Mequon, Wisconsin with a degree in Education and English and has spent over 10 years as a Christian school teacher. Dan recently relocated with his wife to Williamsburg with their two young children. She is the worship leader at King of Glory Church where they are members.
Mike Daly
ALGEBRA
Mike Daly instructs Middle School Saxon math and Algebra, and our Personal Finance course. Mike hails from Philadelphia, PA , and earned his B.S. in Business Administration and M.A. In Teaching Math at Villanova University. Mike has been teaching Middle and High School mathematics for over 26 years, with his most recent position at Walsingham Academy. He has been married to wife Connie, a retired Cobb County teacher, for 40 years, and they have a son Mike who is in executive leadership with the Texas Rangers organization. Mike and Connie are both avid golfers, and Mike also enjoys running (as a former Boston Marathon Qualifier), tennis and working as High School and Youth Baseball Umpire. He and Connie attend St. Bede's Church in Williamsburg.
Kristie Van Housen
MIDDLE SCHOOL MATHEMATICS
Kristie Van Housen teaches Middle School Saxon Math, Earth Science, monitors middle school Odyssey of the Mind, and is also the teacher sponsor for the Middle School Student Council. Kristie grew up in Williamsburg, and received her B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from James Madison University. This is her third year teaching at WCA. Some of her hobbies include going to the beach, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. She attends church services at Williamsburg Community Chapel.Kristie Van Housen
MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCES
Kristie Van Housen teaches Earth Science, and monitors middle school Odyssey of the Mind, and is also the teacher sponsor for the Middle School Student Council. Kristie grew up in Williamsburg, and received her B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from James Madison University. This is her third year teaching at WCA. Some of her hobbies include going to the beach, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. She attends church services at Williamsburg Community Chapel.
Chris Brown
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Coach Brown is our Athletic Director and Men's Basketball coach, and also oversees the physical education program at WCA. Chris is entering his 2nd year in this role, and has been involved with WCA in a number of capacities for over 5 years. Chris was raised in Williamsburg as the 9th of 13 children. He attended Norfolk State University and received his degree in Heath and Physical Education, and has been involved in youth physical education for over 20 years in Virginia and in the Atlanta, Georgia areas. Chris enjoys playing golf, traveling and watching his kids and former athletes compete all over the world. He states his hero is his 84 year old mother Evelyn Brown. The Brown Family attends Union Baptist Church.
Scott Jones
MIDDLE SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Scott Jones begins his second year teaching Physical Education at WCA. Scott grew up in Ohio and excelled in football, basketball, baseball, cross country, and track in high school. Jones graduated from Davis and Elkins College (WV) where he earned a BA in Physical Education while minoring in Health and Education. Scott also serves as WCA’s head girls’ varsity basketball coach. Last season in his first year, Jones led the Lady Eagles to a 17-5 record, was named Metro Coach of the Year, and his team reached the state semi-finals. In his spare time, Scott enjoys golfing, basketball, exercising, and grilling out. He also has a passion for Ohio State athletics and is an avid fan of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Indians, and Browns. Scott attends Williamsburg Community Chapel.
