THE DEDICATED TEAM BEHIND TBCA

Dedicated Educators,
Committed Believers

Our staff is called — not just hired. Every team member brings faith, excellence,

and a deep love for students to the classroom every day.

OUR TEAM

More Than Teachers - They're Mentors

At TBCA, we believe the quality of a school is inseparable from the character of its staff. Our educators are believers first, practitioners second — men and women who understand that shaping a child's character is as important as shaping their intellect. We are honored to introduce you to the people who make TBCA what it is.

LEADERSHIP

Pastor Garrett & Miya Clower

SENIOR PASTOR | ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Pastor Garrett is the Senior Pastor of Natural Bridge Christian Fellowship. He brings with him many years of experience working in all areas of ministry. His wife Miya serves as the administrative assistant for the church and TBCA. Miya has also previously worked in several different areas of ministry.

Charity Stowbridge

PRINCIPAL

Charity Strowbridge is a graduate of Liberty University where she completed her bachelor's and master's degree in education. She is currently pursuing a 2nd master's in administration. Charity is a native of Rockbridge County and has been teaching for over 10 years.

FACULTY

Shelli Jones-Weston

K4-1ST GRADE TEACHER

Shelli comes to TBCA with several years of experience working with children from 6 months to 5 years old. She is currently working towards a bachelors degree in elementary education. Shelli places a large emphasis on building self-confidence, positive self-image, and helping our friends/community in any way we can. She is a huge believer that through caring for others we learn a lot about ourselves.

Briana Camden

2ND-4TH GRADE TEACHER

Briana comes to TBCA with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Mary Baldwin University. Briana is the mother of three children Braylon, Marleigh, and Mayleigh. Briana enjoys reading and soaking up the sun with her 3 beautiful children.

Piper Emore

5TH-8TH GRADE TEACHER

Piper is native to Rockbridge County. She is a graduate of Rockbridge County High School and is currently pursuing a degree from Liberty University.  Piper is recently married to Bryant Clark.

Haleigh Barber

9TH-12TH GRADE TEACHER

Haleigh is from Dublin, GA. She comes to TBCA with a Bachelor of Arts degree in education from Liberty University. She is currently pursuing a master's degree.  Haleigh has a strong background in mathematics and has a passion for mentoring youth.

Felicia Mason

TEACHER'S AIDE K4-1ST GRADE

Felicia has been a substitute with TBCA for a few years. She is a mother and a grandmother. Felicial misses her late husband Peanut Mason with her whole heart. Felicia loves TBCA and the students here.

Ready to bridge the

gap for your child?

Take the first step toward a Christ-centered education that will

shape your child for a lifetime of purpose and service.

Bridging hope to the community of Rockbridge County and beyond — raising Christian leaders in the image of Christ.

Contact Details

  • 21 Gilmores Mill Rd Natural Bridge, VA 24579 

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