We desire that all GCA faculty and staff members have an active and faithful walk with Christ, a true love for teaching children, and a commitment to the classical, Christian educational model alongside an evident love of learning and mastery of their individual disciplines that inspires students to do the same.
Dr. Bouvier has over 20 years of Administrative experience in both Christian and classical schools. His degrees include a B.B.A. in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing from Augusta University, an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership from Covenant College, and a Ph.D. in Instructional Leadership with a specialization in Culture and Social Studies from the University of Alabama. In addition, he received his South Carolina teacher certification from the University of South Carolina and is currently certified by both South Carolina and Georgia.
Dr. Bouvier and his wife, Sheri, have two grown children. The Bouviers attend Fellowship Presbyterian Church, where Dr. Bouvier regularly teaches adult Sunday school classes.
Russell Freeman
Dean of Curriculum and Instruction
Dr. Freeman has served at GCA in several roles; first in both the History and Bible departments and then as Upper School Principal. Currently, as Dean of Curriculum and Instruction, Dr. Freeman is responsible for maintaining GCA’s commitment to our Academic Plan.
Dr. Freeman earned a B.A. in Christian Studies from North Greenville University and a Masters of Divinity and Ph.D in Apologetics from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Russell and his wife Katie have three children who attend school at GCA. The Freemans attend Christ the Redeemer Church in Greenville.
Michael Murphy
Upper School Principal
Mr. Murphy has served at GCA in several roles. He has been a history, Bible, computer, logic, and mock trial teacher, as well as a house governor. He currently serves as Upper School Principal. As a veteran educator, he is responsible for supporting GCA’s Upper School Faculty and promoting a classical culture among students and families.
Mr. Murphy earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Masters in Education from Bob Jones University. Michael and his wife Abbie have one son who attends GCA. The Murphys are members of Palmetto Hills Presbyterian Church.
Jeremy Smith
Grammar School Principal
Mr. Smith served as a GCA Upper School teacher and Athletic Director following many years in Greenville County schools. He brings a wealth of experience and common sense to GCA’s Grammar School, where he is responsible for cultivating a sense of wonder and joy in learning from our smallest learners to those in fifth grade. Jeremy and his wife Lana are parents of one GCA graduate and one current Rhetoric School student. The Smiths are long-time members of Rocky Creek Baptist Church.
Abbie Murphy
Director of Enrollment
Mrs. Murphy has earned both a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in History from Bob Jones University. She comes to GCA with multiple years of admissions, communications, and teaching experience. Mrs. Murphy is married to Michael, GCA’s Upper School Principal, and they have one son attending GCA. The Murphys are members of Palmetto Hills Presbyterian Church.
Jeff Lansner
Director of Advancement
Mr. Lansner earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from the University of Massachusetts, and he and his family have recently moved to the Upstate from Enfield, Connecticut. Jeff and his wife Kristen have three children, with their oldest two attending GCA. The Lansners are members of Redeemer City Church, and currently serve as teachers within the children’s ministry.
Ana Fuller
Director of Operations
Mrs. Fuller has worked at GCA since 2019. Born in Spain and raised in Australia, she has previously worked in pharmaceutical research and has a degree in office administration. Mrs. Fuller is married to Tim, and has three daughters enrolled at GCA. The Fullers are members of Grace Bible Church in Moore.
Lisa Peach
AthLetic DirectoR
Mrs. Peach joined the GCA staff in 2018 as the House Coordinator. She has a degree in parks, recreation and tourism from Clemson University and has previously worked in a management role at the YMCA in addition to working with the City of Greenville. Mrs. Peach and her husband Peter have three children at GCA and are members of Fellowship Greenville.
Lower School Faculty
Janet Godwin
K4
Lindsay Smoak
K4 Teacher & Afternoon Enrichment Coordinator
Joy Bowman
Kindergarten
Rebekah Hoyle
Kindergarten
Lynne Howard
Kindergarten
Diane Bales
1st Grade
Vanessa Sexton
1st Grade
Jodi Ellis
2nd Grade
Hannah Phillips
2nd Grade
Mary-Catherine Tuten
3rd Grade
Emma Johnson
3rd Grade
Emily George
4th Grade
Ingrid Hague
4th Grade
Sol Tejera
5th Grade
Trista Tilley
Grammar School Art
Upper School Faculty
Lauren Cunningham
Music
Katelyn Beach
Art
Amanda Bump
History
Megan Conner
6th Grade Latin, Science, History
Amanda Lock
Science
Emily Hervey
Mathematics
Lia Johnson
English
Jessica MacQuarrie
Head of Fine Arts
Stephanie Menon
Mathematics
Veronica Rydzewski
Science
Thomas Rolf
Latin
Sarah Young
English
Leslie Traylor
6th Grade English, Bible, Mathematics
Melissa Weaver
Computer, History
Claire Yuill
Latin
Lisa Downing
Mathematics
Staff
Courtney Hillman
Nurse
Courtni Laps
Administrative Assistant and Volunteer Coordinator