Instructors
Mrs. Tami Armstrong
My name is Tami M. Armstrong and I graduated from Asbury College with a B.S. in Social Studies Education with a Middle School Endorsement in English and Social Studies. I have been an educator for the past 8 years in Private Christian Schools before my husband, Bryan and I prayerfully considered homeschooling our daughter, Theta for the 2022-2023 school year.
I am enthusiastically looking forward to teaching classes through CHESS. I strive to be a positive light of Christ’s love to my future students. My goal this year at CHESS is for my students to enjoy the material taught and their ability to grow in knowledge of the subject through dedication and hard work on their part as well as my own.
Bryan and I have been married for 12 years and we have one daughter, Theta who is 9 years old. We have a Yellow Lab named Floyd who is 2 years old. My family enjoys being outside and discovering God’s creation.
Mrs. Christine Bauder
Hey Guys, I'm Christine :) I graduated from Gettysburg Masters Commission with my credentials in pastoral studies. My Passion in life is teaching kids/teens about the Lord. I'm also a big lover of the creative arts. I have 2 kids. My son Elliott and my daughter Rylee. My Husband Joe is a farmer but I'm still learning how to be a farmer. We have 3 Dogs, Lots of cats that need adopted lol, chickens and pigs. I was Homeschooled myself and am super excited to be able to do the same for my kids. CHESS is an amazing co-op to be a part of and I can't wait to be a part of your kids learning adventures.
Mrs. Julia Beiler
Hi! My name is Julia Beiler. I graduated from Millersville University with a B.S. in Secondary English Education (7th-12th) and an additional certification to teach math, science, and social studies to students in grades 4-8. I was an assistant in Autism Support classrooms and I taught 7th grade English at Linglestown Middle School in Central Dauphin School District before becoming a mama. Now I stay at home with my son, Isaiah, and tutor students part time. I look forward to teaching at CHESS.
Mrs. Stacie Cole
Hi! My name is Stacie Cole, and I am a Homeschool Mom and a Speech Language Pathologist. I graduated from Clarion and Bloomsburg Universities and have a M.S. in Speech Language Pathology/Communication Sciences and Disorders. I have worked in a school district with all ages, in long term care, and rehabilitation settings.
I live in Manheim with my husband Rodney, our 2 sons Gabriel and Elias, our dog Scooter, our turtle Mr. T, and Chameleon the fish. Both of my boys attended preschool but have been homeschooled since kindergarten. We began attending CHESS in 2023 and have found it to be a blessing. I am excited to be a part of the amazing teaching staff at CHESS!
Mrs. Rachel Gehman
Mrs. Rachel Gehman is a published non-fiction and fiction author (Pen Name: Rachel D. Lyne) and an inspirational speaker for women, youth, and writers. Mrs. Gehman also edits homeschool curriculum (Living Lights Curriculum) and contributes to Nuggets of Wisdom (downloadable homeschool resources). After nearly two decades in administrative ministry roles, Rachel enjoys homeschooling her two children. She holds degrees in Business and Biblical Studies with a Biblical counseling concentration. With her years of experience and education in working with children, she’s delighted to serve the families of CHESS.
Mrs. Emily Griffith
Emily Griffith is married to Ryan and we are the blessed parents to 6 kids (ages 10 months to 14 years). I was homeschooled from K-12th grade, then earned my BSN and MSN from Liberty University. I currently work as a labor & delivery nurse and also teach for Messiah University. I actually attended CHESS myself in middle school!
When not working or homeschooling, we love playing outside, swimming, splashing in the creek and going on all sorts of adventures. Our family lives on 5 acres in Mechancisburg (along with our English Mastiff, Bristol, and a bunch of chickens and cats) and are all bravely crossing the river to attend CHESS.
Mrs. Julie Hedgepeth
y name is Juile Hedgepeth. I live in Elizabethtown with my husband, Steve, and three kids. I also have a stepdaughter who is a full time college student, soon to graduate and get married! We have one cat "Kitty", and 6 chickens. I currently am home full time with my 3 little ones and have been enjoying navigating our kindergarten year at CHESS. In my pre-mom life I worked as a paramedic before attending nursing school. I then worked for several years as an RN in a local hospital. I have always enjoyed science, and I am excited to start teaching the botany class. I think we will have fun and look forward to meeting you all.
Mrs. Heather Lindsey
Creating is in my genes, from little up, art has been my passion. I ti s a joy to bring this creativity to others. I am a sef taught artist, with a goal to inspire others to find and explore their passions.
I graduated from Bermudian Springs HS and received a business certificate from Elizabethtown College. I have also received several certificates through Christian Leaders Institute and finishing a 28 credited course in Women's ministry.
I am co-founder and President of 4Christ Thru Christ Women's Ministry.
My art business has been established since 2014, and I provide private art lessons to public school, homeschool and charter school students. I also offer Healing Thru Art Session, art camps and a variety of art classes.
Over all, my greatest joy is being a wife, grandmother of 2 and mother of 3, of which were Homeschooled their entire school, 2 graduating honors with Susquehanna Valley Diploma Program. I taught art and literature while in a co-op during their elementary and MS grades.
Mrs. Krista Long
My name is Krista Long and my husband, Clint and I live in Hershey, PA with our 3 beautiful children; Evalina, Cade, and Crew. I went to school for nursing and worked in a local hospital system after college, but ultimately decided to make the switch to consulting in order to be home with my family. Now, I am a business owner, stay-at-home mom and cheerleading/ gymnastics coach. My husband and I always had it on our hearts to homeschool, but I wasn't sure if I would be able to juggle it all. The pandemic is what ultimately made us "pull the ripcord" and start homeschooling. Our only regret has been not starting homeschooling sooner. My hobbies include watching my children in their lengthy list of sports, going to the gym and traveling. My favorite subject was always English and I'm grateful to God and CHESS for the new and exciting opportunity to teach!
Mrs. Brooke Maxey
Hi, I’m Brooke! I graduated from West Chester University with a B.S. inNutrition and Dietetics. I was a Dietary Counselor for adults and teens for 2 years
before moving into corporate food quality. Although I have a deep love of food and nutrition, my real passion is all things art, specifically stained glass. My grandfather was a stained glass hobbyist for many years and about 2 years ago he passed down this beautiful medium of art to me. He taught me everything I know, and I have been in love with it since! When I’m not in my studio playing with glass, I love to read, be outside in nature (especially at the beach or anywhere near the water) and spend time with my wonderful husband, Mark, and
our 2 cats, Lolly and Gizmo.
Mrs. Michele Myers
Michele Myers is the wife of Ken, a blessed stay-at-home Mom and a Grandma. She started her homeschooling adventure over 20 years ago with her oldest of nine children. She has taught classes at previous coops in addition to CHESS. She especially enjoys the elementary ages where hands on activities bring students learning to life.
Freedom Outfitters
Freedom Outfitters, (FKA) Kinsey’s Outdoors has been a family-owned business in the archery industry since 1952. With the business starting out as an Arrow manufacturing business, the company began to evolve and enter the distribution side of the business in 1957. From 1952-1999 retail and distribution were facilitated under the same roof. In 1999 the Kinsey family separated the distribution side and retail, creating the four seasons store Kinsey's Outdoors. From the beginning Kinsey's Outdoors has always been committed to growing the sport of archery, hunting, and people's passion for the outdoors.
Mrs. Hope Painter
I am a momma to four, which is my biggest role currently and my absolute favorite. I have been a homeschool mom for four years, and have a variety of experiences in education before that. I have my associates degree is in Early Childhood Education, but the past six years I have spent working with teens as a mentor and tutor and enjoy that age group immensely. When I am not homeschooling or working, our family loves to be outdoors together. The cabin along Pine Creek is my favorite place to be! Our family loves to ride bike, kayak, hike, and explore! I believe deeply in the value CHESS has brought to our family, and look forward to teaching and contributing to that!
Delia Smith
Delia Smith is a junior Olympic archer, medalist for USA Archery's JOAD program and S3DA Archery. She also is a certified level one coach through USA Archery.
Mrs. Cindy Telenko
Cindy Telenko, I have over 20 years of Art Education experience at all levels. I have my BFA in Communication Design from Kutztown University and my Art Teaching Certification (K-12) from Millersville University. I have been married for over 30 years and have four children, ages 30, 26, 19, and 17. I enjoy time with my family and my two adorable grandsons. I also have over 30 years of coaching field hockey as well. I love my two dogs, Cooper (beagle) and Ripken (basset hound). I reside in Elizabethtown and also am the Owner and Creative Director of Twister Easel, etc.
Mrs. Julia Walsh
As a homeschool student I loved exploring the great outdoors on a rural northern Pennsylvania farm. A lot of hands-on science related to exploring nature, animals, and food harvest and preservation created a deep love of learning for me. When it was time to explore further education I was very excited about the theatre, but some health struggles had put my education on hold. I decided instead to attend trade school for a certificate in Massage Therapy, I've been self employed for 17 years helping teach clients how to care well for their bodies thru chronic pain, injury prevention and recovery. I love that it allows me to have a flexible schedule so I can homeschool my own kiddos too!
One of the best things about being homeschooled for me was becoming a lifelong learner! I love to consume and share information, I love to be outdoors, I love animals of all kinds but am very partial to dogs and horses!
Our family lives in Elizabethtown, we have a 4 year old bernedoodle named "Ruthie" who has been trained by me as a therapy dog, and a stray cat that she adopted named "Pineapple". There are often extra kids, extra dogs and some kind of project happening at the Walsh home!
I have taught classes and workshops for years, and am looking forward to engaging with CHESS students on a weekly basis!
Mrs. Chris Wincovitch
Christine Wincovitch grew up in the Poconos and attended Penn State and Millersville University and graduated with a degree in English with a French minor. Together with her husbanad Joe they homeschooled 3 children from Kindergarten thorugh High School who are currently attending Messiah University. She loves history, art, French, and literature. She also loves their dogs and biking.