


Meet Our Expert Team
At Heritage Primary & Preparatory School, we don’t just educate minds — we nurture hearts, shape character, and ignite a lifelong love of learning. Rooted in tradition and guided by excellence, we offer a safe, supportive environment where every child is seen, heard, and celebrated. From the foundational years through to preparatory levels, our passionate educators blend academic rigor with creativity, curiosity, and compassion — preparing students not just for the next grade, but for life.
At Heritage, your child’s potential is our promise.
Meet Our Administrative Team

Jamie Butcher
Headmaster
Founder

Elizabeth Manuel
Dean of
Student Affairs

Velnetta Runyon
Dean of Academic Affairs

Mariah Toler
Coordinator of Fiscal and Administrative Services
Meet Our Educators

Ashton Adkins
K4
Teacher

Brittney Hartman
K4
Aide

Stephanie Duty
Kindergarten Teacher

Jessica Hager
Kindergarten
Aide

Amber Adams
First Grade
Teacher

Deborah Vinson
Second Grade Teacher

Brooklyn Dingess
Third Grade Teacher

Kara Poole
Fourth Grade Teacher

Tisha Sperry
Fourth Grade
Teacher

Sarah Gilks
Fifth Grade
Teacher

Katie Maynard
Sixth Grade
Teacher

Beth Cooper
Middle School
Teacher

Jamie Marcum
Middle School Teacher

Kayla Marcum
High School Facilitator Teacher

Netosha Mauk
Bible
Teacher

Kristen Smith
Physical Education Teacher

Summer Johnson
School
Nurse



