Administration

Dina Fox
CEO & Campus Director
What can we say? She's the one who started it all. Dina founded Class Source to meet the needs she perceived while homeschooling four children of her own. She's now spent over two decades leading Class Source, and building a community for homeschooling families through humble service and quality education. It might be obvious then that she's passionate about community and education. What's less obvious is that she is obsessed with creeks and waterfalls and she's helped deliver dozens of babies. I know right?

Debbie Tharp
Marketing Director
Debbie is a homeschool veteran mom of four. She’s been in the Class Source community for 12 years. Prior to being a homeschool mom she worked in brand marketing for Home Shopping Network and has since worked in Tampa as a freelance Graphic Designer.
Our Instructors
You know, the ones who make us awesome.

Beulah Hammond
Tutoring & Testing
Beulah earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics. She began home educating her three children in 2002 and has been teaching and tutoring mathematics and test preparation in the north Tampa area since 2003. Beulah firmly believes that all students can be successful and specializes in tutoring students who struggle with math or who have “math-phobia.” For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Beulah is teaching: * SAT/ACT/PERT/Etc. Test Prep Tutoring * Math Skills Assessment * Math Tutoring

Prof. Lynn Schrader
LMHC, QMHS
DE Professor, Psychology
Lynn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor with more than 20 years of experience in helping children and families. she possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. She has a track record of achieving exceptional results in helping clients with various difficulties. She enjoys working with others to reach mutually beneficial goals. She desires to help transform others to achieve their best outcomes. What might surprise you is that she is a seasoned DnD player! You just never know.

Prof. Matt Walter
DE Professor, Arabic & Debate
Matt holds a degree in Near Eastern Languages and Literatures from Yale University (where he also served on the Extemporaneous Debate Team). He grew up in the Middle East (and was once chased by the Iranian secret police!), and spent eight years running an Arabic language program for missionaries in Jordan. At home, Matt enjoys discussing theology over a plate of Mave’s delicious cooking. For the 2026-27 Academic Year, Matt is teaching: * Arabic I * NCFCA Speech & Debate *Dual Enrollment

Carrie Gabriel
Archery
Carrie is going on nine years of homeschooling her four children, and about nine years of her own post-high school eduction! (She is a PhD student in a Natural Medicine program.) Cari enjoys a good cup of coffee and a good old fashioned day at the beach. She loves being a mom & she once got to throw a live GRENADE — which is like being a mom, but not as loud. For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Cari is teaching: * Archery

Dajana Qasolli, MSN, RN
CNA Prep Course
We are so excited to have Dajana joining us in order to offer a CNA Prep Course. Dajana holds her Master of Science in Nursing from Purdue University. She's an experienced nurse, passionate educator, and dedicated mother of a very cute baby. For the 2025-26 School Year, Dajana is teaching: *CNA Training Program

Erin Livermore, MSN, RN
Health Sciences
Erin has been homeschooling her two children for over nine years, and she’s been a registered nurse for over nineteen years! Presently, Erin has earned her master’s degree in nursing education, and she is passionate to instill in others the joy of caring for people at their most vulnerable in the next generation of healthcare professionals. When it’s time to relax, Erin enjoys bird watching and clay shooting — but somehow, not duck hunting. For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Erin is teaching: * Anatomy & Physiology with Lab * Health, Safety, & Manners

Jammie Adams
Physical Education
Jammie has been with Class Source for over nine years. She’s a strong advocate for home education, having homeschooled three children of her own. She enjoys running and participating in triathlons. Ironically, her favorite animal is a sloth. For the 2025-26 school year, Jammie is teaching: * Cross-country Running * Old School PE (Various Age Groups)

Kari Jones
Math & Geography
Kari is a dozen years deep into homeschooling and still is loving the journey! Teaching and learning with her students is one of her greatest joys. Kari really enjoys traveling and experiencing new places — so much so that she’s been to 48 of our 50 states! Not bad for a Canadian. For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Kari is teaching: * Beast Academy Math (Level 5) * Pre-Algebra * 4th-6th Geography

Prof. Harris Kunanayagam (Mr. K.)
DE Professor & Mathematics
Harris has a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a master’s in Financial Economics. Harris has always loved math and has more than 20 years of math tutoring experience. He is passionate about bringing math to life in an engaging and fun way. His teaching philosophy centers around fostering a genuine love of learning in students by making math concepts accessible, relatable, and enjoyable. When not solving equations, you’ll find Harris reading theology books or watching cricket (the game, not the insect).

Prof. Marissa Egbert
DE Professor & Language Arts
Marissa earned her Bachelors in English from UCF and her Masters in English Education from USF. She taught both middle and high school English for five years before transitioning into online education. She is particularly passionate about grammar and Gothic literature. She has been an adjunct instructor with an out-of-state university for nearly seven years which has allowed her to be home with her two young children. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading fantasy fiction, experimenting with sourdough, and completing puzzles.

Karina Hernandez
Music
Karina earned her bachelor’s degree in Music Education. She’s taught music at all ages in public schools for many years. She also teaches private lessons at a studio and performs regularly. Karina loves making music, listening to music, and animals that make music (birds) — she likes music, okay? Her favorite movie is Whiplash (more music), and her least favorite candy is chocolate. Don’t buy her chocolate. For the 2025-26 school year, Karina is teaching: * Guitar Ensemble II * Elementary Music * Violin Ensemble * Choir * Music Appreciation & Theory * Private Music Lessons

Kimberly Dart
ESE Specialist
We are thrilled to have Kimberly join us this year at Class Source. She is a board-certified educator who brings a wealth of knowledge in homeschooling. Having homeschooled her own son through some special health and learning needs during his formative years, Kimberly understands the unique challenges and rewards of home education. Aside from teaching, Kimberly enjoys spoiling her pets and discovering new restaurants with her foodie husband. For the 2025-26 School Year, Kimberly is teaching: * Beast Academy Math (Level 4) * Individualized Education Services

Laura Reed
Career Readiness & BizTown
Laura has been around Class Source for 10 years through her work at Christ Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Prior to this, she spent many years as a corporate trainer. She loves to help students find their own path to success, and we’re excited to have her on board to do just that. Laura loves cats, and Shawshank Redemption (which would be a great name for a cat). When she’s not working, you might find her on a missions trip or perhaps trying her hand at stand-up comedy. For the 2025-2026 school year Laura is teaching: * Algebra 1 * Career Readiness * J.A. BizTown

Randy Hernandez
High School Science & Math
Randy has been a part of the Class Source community since 2023. He’s a published microbiologist, experienced lab manager, and homeschooling father of two. Randy loves that homeschooling gives parents the ability to tailor the pace & content of study to their child’s abilities and interests. His favorite book is by CS Lewis (you’ll have to ask him which one — he’s read them all). His favorite movie is Interstellar, and his favorite nebula (yes, he has a favorite nebula) is the Eagles Nebula. For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Randy is teaching: * Biology with Lab * Marine Biology with Lab * Physics with Lab * Chemistry with Lab * Algebra II * Geometry

Trinity Moore
Writing & Literature
Trinity joined Class Source as an instructor in 2024. Throughout her education, she’s experienced public, private, and charter schools — but homeschooling wins in her book. Trinity is earning her bachelor’s degree in Finance and teaching perhaps her favorite subject this year: English & Composition. Trinity likes horses, reading, and the beach. So, you might find her at the beach, riding horseback, while reading a novel. Sounds like a dream! For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Trinity is teaching: * High School IEW Composition * High School Literature * College Prep English

Leilani Melendez
Science & Literature
Leilani has been with Class Source for more than ten years. She was a teacher in public and private schools for over a decade, and now she is homeschooling her own children. Leilani enjoys studying theology, traveling, and rollerblading. If you feel a familiar magic in her classroom, it might be because she used to work in entertainment at Disney! For the 2025-26 school year, Leilani is teaching: * K-2nd Messy Science * 3rd-5th Science: Inventions, Ideas, Discoveries * Middle School Literature with Real Books * Zoology: Insects, Amphibians, Reptiles, Birds * Physical Science with Lab

Douglas Butler
Music Lessons
Douglas joined the Class Source team in 2024. He is a working musician and alumni of the American Boychoir School in New Jersey. Douglas was inspired to become a music educator by all those that mentored him in music throughout the years. He is eager to provide support, resources, and feedback for curious musicians. Douglas’ favorite animal is a cheetah (it’s the black tears, I’m sure), his favorite instrument is the saxophone, and his favorite key is D-flat Major (I don’t even know what that means). For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Douglas is teaching: * Private Music Lessons

Mave Walter
Language Arts
Mave is a veteran homeschooling mother of seven. She has experience in a wide variety of home education pathways, including four years of involvement in the NCFCA. Mave is a gifted educator with a heart of gold and nerves of steel (mother of seven, remember?). We are so grateful to have her as part of our team & her family as part of our Class Source community. For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Mave is teaching: * NCFCA Speech & Debate * Middle School IEW Writing

Sara Beth Peterson
Music & Elementary Education
Sarah Beth Peterson graduated from Clearwater Christian College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education with proficiency in both cello and piano. She has been teaching music at Christian schools in Florida, Hawaii, and California since 2007.

Becki Meek
Language Arts, Math & Art
Becki is a certified Florida teacher with 15 years of classroom experience and a deep passion for early literacy. Helping children build strong reading foundations is one of her greatest joys. Over the past year, she has had the privilege of working closely with homeschooling families and truly loves supporting parents as they take the lead in their child’s education. Beyond the classroom, she serves as a worship leader at her church, where she enjoys using music to glorify God and encourage others in their faith. When she’s not teaching, you can often find her spending time with her sweet poodles and her fluffy Maine Coon cat.

Erin Fielding
Yoga
Erin started her first (and best) job 25 years ago. She raised 4 beautiful kids and has now launched the last one, officially leaving her with the proverbial empty nest. The two youngest spent multiple years running amok on the Class Source campus while she used her Bachelor’s Degree in Education to try and convince the youth of Class Source to write essays. These two achievements alone prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that the woman has grit. And now, after training with Holy Yoga LLC to become a certified faith-based yoga instructor, she can also claim to be super bendy, with excellent posture and balance. So no more essays, for now at least.

Lissette Jarret
ESE Specialist
A native of the Tampa Bay area, Lissette is a Florida-certified teacher with 18 years of dedicated experience. Throughout her career, she has specialized in supporting children with a wide range of unique learning needs, tailoring her approach to ensure every student feels empowered to reach their academic goals. Lissette is passionate about meeting students exactly where they are and fostering a love for learning in a supportive, individualized environment. Beyond the classroom, Lissette enjoys spending quality time with her husband, children, and extended family, all of whom reside locally. When she isn't teaching, you can often find her lost in a good book, singing, or working on a variety of creative crafts. She is thrilled to be joining the Class Source family this year and looks forward to partnering with parents to help their children thrive.

Elena Scott
Art & Spanish
Elena earned her bachelor’s degree in Arts and Design. She’s originally from Costa Rica, where she has fond memories of riding to school on her horse, Safiro (Sapphire). Elena is passionate about teaching art, language, and culture to her two daughters and others. She enjoys comedy, cats, and cartoons. For the 2025-26 school year, Elena is teaching: * Studio Art * Art FUNdamentals * Art with a Spanish Twist * Conversational Spanish II

Michael Smith
AmSkills Instructor
Mike has his bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology from Purdue University, and his master’s in Curriculum Development from Ball State University. Mike was first introduced to apprenticeship-style learning while training to be an F16 Avionics Technician at MacDill AirForce Base, and since then he’s loved that approach to learning. In his off-time, Mike enjoys being on or in the water: paddle boarding, boating, snorkeling, and pretending to dodge bullets from Agent Smith (okay, I made that up). For the 2025-26 Academic Year, Mike is teaching: * AmSkills C101: Basic Operations * AmSkills C-102 Advanced Operations * AmSkills C-103 Robot System Operations


