Instructors

Mrs. Kylee Boutchia

Kylee has been sewing for 30+ years and loves sharing this skill with young, aspiring makers. She enjoys sewing home décor, clothing, tote bags, children's toys and more. It's a joy to pass on a life skill that kids and teens can use in practical and creative ways!

Mrs. Donna Brokaw

Donna has been homeschooling for 34 years and has designed gardens for over 27 years. Her home garden includes 75+ medicinal herbs which she uses for the health and healing of her family. Her Great-Grandmother Nettie (born 1864) was an Eclectic & Herbal Nurse Practitioner. Some of Nettie’s knowledge and practices were passed to Donna, but most were lost. Donna has made it her ambition to recover as much herbal medicinal knowledge as possible and to teach her 4 children, her grandchildren and others what she knows. She is currently studying with Rosemary Gladstar, the nation’s leading herbalist, while also working towards a certification with the Christian Herbalist’s Guild.

Mrs. Laura Bruner

I have a doctorate in horticulture from Auburn University. I have taught horticulture classes at Auburn University and most recently Blue Ridge Community College. I own and operate a landscape design business and supervise installation of my landscape designs for clients. Above all, I am continually stuck by awe and wonder at the beauty God created for us to enjoy through plants and our world. I am a curious life long learner because there will not be enough time this side of heaven to learn everything God has created for us to explore in plants, design and beauty.

She has spent years teaching and inspiring others to enjoy plants, gardening and horticulture. She enjoys seeing students’ excitement growing plants and creating beauty in the landscape.

Mrs. Lisa Cato

After 19 years as a Chemical Engineer in manufacturing and consulting, Lisa left the work force in 2010 to homeschool her three girls. She was part of the Classical Conversations community in Simpsonville for 15 years. She is completing her 2nd year with Chemistry at Velos and also works as an assistant/bookkeeper for a local architect. She enjoys gardening and reading in her free time. Her oldest daughter graduates Clemson University in May 2025, her middle daughter is a sophomore at USC, and her youngest daughter is a 9th grader at Southside Christian School.

Mr. William Cline

William is a professional drummer and percussionist experienced in live performance, recording, music production, and teaching. He has been playing the drums for 14 years and holds a B.M. from Belmont University in Nashville, TN, where he studied commercial percussion. He has performed and recorded in many different contexts, from small jazz combos to symphony orchestras, and has helped lead worship for many churches and other ministries. Recently, he was also a member of the Norton Hall Band.

Mrs. Sarah Dionne

Sarah Dionne firmly believes that anyone can learn to sing! She has a master's degree in voice performance and has extensive experience singing professionally as well as over 25 years experience teaching private voice lessons from her own studio. One of her favorite things to do is to help young singers discover their God-given voices. She also is a homeschool mom of six as well as a pastor's wife.

Mrs. Kimberly Driskill

Kimberly Driskill is a Christian wife and mother to two beautiful children. She has an Associates Degree in Health Science and is a Registered Medical Assistant. Kimberly has served as a medical assistant for various medical practices in Virginia and South Carolina, including neurology, pulmonary and chiropractic offices. She is well versed in several billing software programs and has a great deal of experience in the medical assistant field. She looks forward to working with the students at Velos Collective.

Mrs. Rachel Figg

Rachel is a music teacher and seasoned homeschooling mom of four. With a degree in Music Education, Rachel has over 25 years of experience in music instruction. Her career includes providing private lessons and serving for seven years as an elementary music teacher in Greenville County Schools, where she successfully secured a grant to initiate a band program.

Rachel is also the founder of Spark Schooling, an innovative online homeschool program. At Spark Schooling, she teaches classes and collaborates with a team of educators to provide comprehensive lessons in Art, Music, Physical Education, and STEM to homeschool families around the world. Outside of her educational commitments, Rachel actively participates in her church worship team and teaches swim classes. She also enjoys unwinding by listening to podcasts, reading books, and adventuring with her family.

Mrs. Angel Finley

Angel serves as an Administrator for Velos Collective & Velos Storm Archery program.

Mr. Justin Finley

Justin serves as an assistant coach for the Velos Storm Archery program.

Mrs. Shawn Garzony

Shawn has spent many years teaching and inspiring others of all ages to enjoy creating artwork. It is a joy to watch each person’s unique style flourish as they gain confidence in using their abilities to share their art with others.

My family and friends, including my 3 lovely children, know I might squeak with delight if I see a rainbow, sheep or turtle anywhere. I love all things Irish, collecting children’s illustrated books, reading literature for all ages, creating art and spending time with my family.

I look forward to meeting your children and finding ways to encouraging them.

Mrs. Anna Gonzalez

Anna Gonzalez grew up in the Hispanic culture since childhood. At age 13, she began living abroad each summer, traveling to countries such as Honduras, Venezuela, and Nicaragua working in feeding programs and orphanages. She lived in Mexico for almost four years, where her oldest daughter was born. She earned a bachelor's degree from USC-Upstate in languages with a focus in Spanish and minor in Psychology. She also is certified to interpret in the medical field.

She has a passion to connect cultures and bring out the beauty in each. Since graduating from college, she has worked as an interpreter in the hospital, translator for several private companies, bilingual banker, and Spanish teacher/ESOL tutor.

She and her husband, Andres, have 9 children together, and have been homeschooling them since 2010 when their oldest daughter turned 5. They all enjoy life together with music and dance, a golden retriever/hound, cat, and lots of chickens. She is excited to teach Spanish to fellow members in the homeschool community.

Mrs. Allison Hoffmeister

Allie is a high school science teacher who was homeschooled her whole childhood and who has a passion for teaching in homeschool environments. She has a Bachelor's degree in biological sciences and now teaches at Crestview and Velos homeschool co-ops. Allie's mission in the classroom is to facilitate worship of the Creator by helping students to develop an understanding and awe for the world He has made. In addition to learning and teaching, Allie enjoys gardening and making amazing coffee at a local coffee shop.

Mr. Andy Huddle

22 years with Michelin North America in the fields of tire/wheel mounting quality management, auditing, inventory control and forecasting. Now employed with tire retailer Tire Rack. BS Management and BS Statistics - University of Tennessee - 30 years automotive experience including building engines, transmissions, driveshafts, U and CV joints, batteries, starting systems, electrical wiring/troubleshooting, suspension components, braking systems and their maintenance incl ABS , engine coolant system, fuel systems including both carburetors and fuel injection systems, power steering, engine maintenance, tires changes, wear, blow outs, flats, inspections, aged tires, wheels, bearings, A/C, lubrication and fluid types and exhaust. Experience in fabrication, welding and modifying components for high performance. Emphasis on the balance of reliability, cost and safety. Problem resolution and Maintenance on 12 family vehicles over 3 decades.

Mrs. Michelle Huddle

Michelle has taught Spanish since 1995 in the public, private and homeschool community schools. She has taught Spanish 1 through Spanish 5, as well as Kindergarten through 5th grade. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish and her Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing, with a minor in Secondary Education, from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Miss McKenna Kluge

McKenna serves as a coach for Velos Storm Archery program.

Mrs. Mary Beth Lambert

Mary Beth is our instructor for ballet/lyrical and pointe. She resides in Moore with her husband and homeschools their 8 children! From the age of 10, she began her training at Ballet Spartanburg. She then joined a pre-professional division a couple years later with many memorable performances throughout the years. She is happy to have been sharing a love of the arts and a love for people with the Upstate for over two decades and looks forward to continuing in this calling for many years to come!

Mrs. Jamie MacGregor

Our instructor Jamie MacGregor lives in North Greer with her husband and 3 children. She started dancing when she was 5 years old and began to teach when she was 16. Jamie is originally from Tampa Florida, but moved to Texas to be apart of a Christian dance company called Ingredients. After three years of training , she decided to pursue teaching dance as a career. Her favorite styles to perform are hip hop and jazz, but loves them all. Jamie loves the Lord and is passionate about seeing her students use their gifts and talents for Him!

Mr. Jason Massey

Teachers: Jason & Tara Massey

Jason and Tara homeschool their 2 children who've gotten to experience life on a movie set multiple times. They've seen the impact it has made on their kids' lives and look forward to sharing that experience with other students. They believe putting the gifts, talents, and skills of individuals into a collective experience is glorifying to God and allows us to glimpse the grand purpose He has for our lives.

Mrs. Tara Massey

Mrs. Heather McClintock

Heather serves as an assistant coach with Velos Storm Archery program.

Mr. Michael McDunn

Teacher: Michael McDunn

Michael has been making furniture and teaching classes in SC full time for 43 years and is one of the five co-founders of the Greenville Woodworkers Guild. His work can be found throughout the US and abroad. Among other things, he has worked with Greenville Fine Arts Center students on many occasions teaching woodworking, lectured at Furman University and Bob Jones University and demonstrated for many years at Artisphere, Greenville's premiere arts festival.

Mr. Corey Medlock

Corey has been passionate about building and construction since his high school days. With over a decade of experience owning his tile and remodeling business (established in 2012), Corey brings a wealth of knowledge in woodworking, building, plumbing, electrical, welding, and fabrication. His love for woodworking began in his grandfather’s shop, and he is excited to inspire the next generation of builders to explore and master the trade.

Mr. Ben Menking

Ben has over twenty years experience with computer systems and software development. He is

employed by World News Group as a Systems Architect and has a bachelor’s degree in

Computer Science from Bob Jones University. Ben has prior teaching experience training new

software engineers and he taught Physical Science in a co-op class setting.

Mrs. Jess Miller

I grew up in a close-knit family in Pennsylvania, where my mom homeschooled myself and my three siblings, first grade through graduation. My husband and I have been married 21 years and we have three wonderful sons (15, 14 & 5). We have homeschooled our boys from the very beginning and we LOVE it! My focus is to teach children of all ages a love for learning while also encouraging them to develop age appropriate skills to help them succeed in life.

Matt Miller

Matt serves as an assistant coach for Velos Storm Archery program.

Mrs. Emily Murrah

Emily is a SC native, and is excited to bring her love for children and education together at Velos Collective. She has a bachelor’s degree from Clemson University and has homeschooled her children for 20 years. She loves serving in her home and community to advance God’s kingdom!

Mrs. Ruth Perry

Ruth serves as an assistant to the music program.

Mr. Callen Pusateri

Callen serves as a coach for Velos Storm Archery program.

Mr. Cole Pusateri

Cole serves as a Coach for the Velos Storm Archery program and is on the Velos Board of Directors .

Mrs. Colleen Pusateri

Colleen and her husband, Patrick, founded Velos Storm Archery eleven years ago. Since its inception, Colleen has faithfully coached and managed students across all grade levels—elementary, middle, and high school. Under her leadership, students are trained by BAI Certified Coaches, including former Velos Storm archers who hold State Championship records in both target archery and 3D, and have ranked among the top ten archers and teams in the nation. Archery has become a powerful platform for Colleen to combine her love for Christ with her passion for youth, creating an environment where excellence and discipleship go hand in hand.

In 2020, during the shutdown, God placed a vision on Colleen’s heart to create Velos Collective—a ministry designed to serve the Upstate homeschool community. Velos Collective offers students life skills training, introductory courses to explore potential career paths, and—most importantly—a place for families to find connection, encouragement, and support. As the Director of Velos, Colleen oversees the daily operations alongside her husband, Patrick, and a faithful team of administrators who share her heart for service and a desire to equip students with experiences and skill sets that will last a lifetime.

Mr. Patrick Pusateri

Patrick serves as the Head Coach of Velos Storm Archery and in on the Velos Board of Directors.

Mrs. Hannah Rice

Hannah has had a love for makeup since high school and used to study her mom’s cosmetology books for fun. She has been a makeup artist for several years and has worked mostly with brides and bridal parties. She has taught online and in-person makeup lessons and is constantly learning to stay current with makeup trends, while appreciating a simple and classic look.

Mrs. Kim Richards

Kim’s passion for business and coffee began more than 20 years ago when she started her first barista position after college. Since then, her journey as an entrepreneur and small business owner in the café industry has equipped her with a unique perspective on business development and barista training. She’s excited to share her knowledge and guide students as they collaborate to develop new businesses!

Mrs. Kristi Robbins

Kristi is a homeschooling Mom of three who has a passion for reading well. After receiving her B.A. in communications for Lander University she felt very uneasy with the psychological interpretations modern professors place on old stories. So she began educating herself along with her kids and became deeply interested in literature (British and American). She has paid for and taken many courses with experts in the field. These are the rare professors who believe that stories should speak for themselves, and that we shouldn't read ideologies into the text. She reads the best professors (most of whom are dead) and is in forums with the top minds in and out of the country who are living. She will help your student recognize when people are using stories as a form of manipulation, which is sadly the plight of higher education (Christian and Secular). She is a Christian who is endeavoring to serve with Lord with the gifts He has given her and wants to give kids a love for learning and literature!

Mrs. Dawnielle Rothell

Dawnielle is our instructor for Jr. Acro Jazz and VELOS CREW. She and her husband have three daughters and reside in Hickory Tavern with their 36 farm animals. She is also the founder of the Velos Dance ministry, birthed from a burden to see dancers honor God in their dancing. She desires to see excellence in dance just as one would do everything as unto the Lord. The love of dance began when she was young and she was able to be in several dance performances as well as drill team and gymnastics. Dawnielle has a degree in Child Development with a teaching credential and taught for seven years before homeschooling. Her and her husband have been involved in children/student ministries as well as fostering for several years. She is excited to inspire this next generation to be bold Christians and honor God in their dancing.

Mrs. Kayce Rutledge

Kayce has been a homeschooling mama for 19 years to four amazing humans. She is passionate about helping others and has spent the past 30 years teaching, encouraging, and empowering others to care for their mind and body. She studied Health Fitness and Psychology at UNCC and serves others through health coaching, teaching wellness classes, and through dance. Jesus, sunshine, people, and music make her heart jump for joy!

Mr. Noah Smith

Noah serves as a coach for Velos Storm Archery program.

Mrs. Ruthie Smith

Ruthie was classically trained in violin from a young age, was a member of Carolina Youth Symphony, was a member of chamber strings at the University level, hold a BS in Elementary Education, have been a private lesson teacher for 15 years. I am a teacher and director of ministry by profession. I love watching students grow in their abilities and confidence levels. I have been teaching for 20 years which means I have students who are now adults and are teaching their own students! I've really enjoyed being with the group of string students here as an assistant the past two years so I look forward to another year at Velos.

Mr. Matt Tolbert

Instructor: Matt Tolbert

Matt is a trained illustrator and educator with a BA in Art Education from Anderson University and MFA in Illustration from the Academy of Art University. He has over 15 years of experience teaching drawing and visual design at both the high school and university levels, with a focus on foundational technique, visual storytelling, and skill-building through structured practice.

Matt currently works full-time in UX/UI and product strategy, designing software for the United States Air Force. In addition to his work in software and technology, he serves as a deacon at New Covenant Christian Fellowship in Greenville, SC, where he also teaches and preaches regularly.

A lifelong resident of Greenville, Matt is married with three kids and continues to find time to draw and paint—keeping his love for the visual arts alive through both personal practice and teaching.

Mrs. Carmen Vermillion

With over 11 years of professional experience in the field of web design and development, I have established myself as a seasoned expert in WordPress design and development. As the founder and owner of my own web design agency, I have had the privilege of working with high-profile clients such as Gerber Baby and Fox Networks Group, as well as collaborating with some of the largest and most reputable local web design agencies in town. My journey into web design was preceded by a diverse background in advertising and education, where I honed my skills in creativity, communication, and project management. Prior to my web design career, I worked as a preschool teacher, which instilled in me the importance of patience, clarity, and effective teaching methodologies—skills that I now apply to my work in web design and development education. Apart from managing my web design agency, I also own another small business and homeschool my three children, currently in grades 7th, 5th, and 3rd. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about sharing my knowledge and expertise with others. I am excited to bring this passion to my WordPress Website Development course, where I aim to equip students with the skills and confidence they need to build, design, and maintain professional-quality websites.

Miss Abby Zimmerman

Abby is a coach with Velos Storm Archery and also teaches the Archery PE classes.

Mrs. Anita Zimmerman

Anita serves as the Head Administrator for Velos Collective & Velos Storm Archery and serves on the Board of Directors for Velos.