Caitlin grew up in Oldham County and is a certified teacher with a dual-certification from Bellarmine University in PK-5th Elementary Education and PK-12th Learning and Behavior Disorders as well as a Masters in Education with a Literacy endorsement from Bellarmine.  Caitlin has taught in Oldham County schools, holding 13 years of experience teaching 3rd and 4th grade as well as K-5th Reading and Math Intervention.  Caitlin, her husband Justin, and two kids live in Oldham County.  Caitlin embarked on her first year of homeschooling in the Fall of 2020 after feeling called to provide a creative, hands-on and nurturing learning environment where her kids were free to explore on their 12 acre land.  She has a passion for encouraging students, helping them find inspiration in the little things, sparking imagination with hands-on learning, and fostering a love for learning.  She thrives pouring into the social and emotional side of learning and loves inspiring engaging learning for each child based on their unique needs.

Kelly grew up in Oldham County and is a certified K-5 teacher and child at heart. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, a Masters in Reading, and an endorsement in Library Science. Kelly taught for 12 years in public schools before making the swap to homeschool. 7 years were spent teaching in Franklin, TN before moving back home as a math and reading interventionist where she was able to teach in small groups with hands-on instruction! She loves learning new things, and finds so much joy in creating magical experiences for children to remember. Kelly is most excited to make music and experiment with science this year!

Makenzi lives in Oldham County with her husband and two children. She holds a KY teaching certificate specializing in PK-12th grade Art which she taught for 10 years in both Shelby and Oldham County. She also earned both her Bachelors and Masters at University of Louisville and most recently a National Board Certification in Art Education. With her family in mind, she decided to embark on a new journey in the fall of 2020 to homeschool their children as well as open her home to teach Art classes. The Lord led her to this path and she's grateful for the opportunity to continue to teach Art to many students while also having the time to stay home with her babies.

Sarah Minnis grew up in and lives in Oldham County, with her husband Bernie and four kids. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Masters of Arts in Teaching with emphasis in Elementary Education, both from the University of Louisville. After teaching for three years in Oldham County Schools, Sarah & Bernie decided for Sarah to stay home and focus on being with their growing family. 8 years ago, homeschool seemed like a temporary solution for her family, but it was clear what a blessing it was, and time after time she has seen how God has aligned the decision with so many other things. Her two oldest kids have moved into public school for middle school, while her two youngest kids are still home and attending Rolling Hills. She has been a regular substitute at RHA the past year and a half and is so excited to step into a consistent teaching role. Sarah loves to engage kids in hands on ways and see them be excited about learning. She can’t wait to help kids realize they can excel with their own talents and areas of strength.

M/W Farmhouse Teacher

Jessica is a proud Carroll County native, living with her husband Jake, their son Jax, and their two dogs, Tunechi and Tilly. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Art Education from the University of Kentucky, a master’s degree in Teacher Leadership, and a Rank I in Curriculum and Instruction.

With over a decade of classroom experience, Jessica spent eight years teaching Arts and Humanities at Campbellsburg Elementary in Henry County, followed by three years teaching Art at Kathryn Winn Primary in Carroll County. She then stepped away from the classroom to stay home with Jaxon.

Jessica first heard about Rolling Hills Academy through her former colleague and current forest school teacher, Katy Ashley. After following RHA on FB, she was drawn to the school’s unique approach and community. When she visited, she fell in love with the students, the staff, and the heart of the school. That visit confirmed her desire to join the RHA family, leading her to apply for a teaching position.

This year, Jessica and Jax are embarking on a new homeschooling adventure and are excited to be part of the RHA community. Jessica looks forward to sharing her love of the arts, while Jax is thrilled to be learning with his mom by his side.

Outside of teaching, Jessica enjoys country music, playing sports, creating and selling art, and sneaking in the occasional nap!

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Dorie grew up and lives in Oldham County with her husband and two boys. She is a certified teacher with dual-certification in both Elementary Education and Learning and Behavior Disorders from Bellarmine University. Dorie taught in Oldham County for three years before moving to Franklin, TN to continue to teach 1st and 2nd grade. Homeschooling has allowed Dorie to continue her love of teaching, while also being able to spend quality time with her family, go on adventures, and have more time for the hobbies they love. She loves helping students find confidence, discover their passions, and nurture a love of learning.

M/W Farmhouse Teacher

Audrey grew up and now lives in Oldham County with her husband and two girls. She is a certified K-5 teacher. She has her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky in Elementary Education and her master’s degree from the University of the Cumberlands as a Literacy Specialist. She recently moved back to Oldham County from Nashville, TN where she taught for 8 years. She loves helping her students foster a love for learning. Audrey is so happy to be apart of the RHA team and excited for a great year with the students and families!

Julia lives in Louisville with her husband, toddler, and newborn. She is a certified K-5 teacher with nine years of classroom experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Roanoke College and Masters in Teaching English as a Second Language from Western Governors University. Julia’s passion for teaching began in northern Virginia where she taught 5th grade for four years. In 2016, Julia and her family relocated to Louisville where Julia taught 4th grade in Oldham County Public Schools for five years. After taking a year off from teaching to focus on her family, Julia felt a strong calling to teach and support children within the community again. She feels so blessed to have found Rolling Hills as the home to continue her teaching journey. She is beyond excited to continue to help children grow, explore, and find joy in learning.

Kerri Blakeney is married to Derek and they have three children, Kade, Jasmine and Rena Rae. She has a B.S. in Family and Community Services from Michigan State University. Kerri has been home-schooling the last two years. Prior to that she had worked at St. Johns Preschool in Prospect, KY. Kerri has always had a heart for serving. She and her kids currently volunteer weekly at Highpoint Charitable Services in LaGrange. She is excited to join Rolling Hills Academy.

Brittany Muldoon is a wife and mother to two children, Alexander and Katherine. She has a bachelor’s degree in nursing and practiced as an RN in the ICU and Labor and Delivery for 10 years before she and her husband felt that God was calling her to stay home and homeschool their children. In addition to nursing, she has taught dance to young children at a school for dance since she was in high school. Brittany has a passion for teaching children and especially loves all things science. She started as a beloved substitute teacher at RHA and joined the Rolling Hills team officially in Fall of 2022 as a permanent teacher. 

Sarah is a mother of four daughters, three of which attend RHA, and wife to Erik of 16 years. Her family lives in Henry County where she helps her husband operate their family business. With 9 years experience in Early Childhood Education, she felt God was calling her to embark on a journey to homeschool their children. It has allowed her to freely teach, explore the outdoors, and has created a whole new love for learning. She spends most of her free time at the ball field with her kids, enjoys time on the lake and camping.

Tues Farmhouse Assistant & Spanish Teacher

Andi grew up in Versailles, Kentucky and is a certified teacher with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science and Spanish from Georgetown College and a Masters Degree in the Teaching of Foreign Languages from the University of Kentucky. Andi taught High School Spanish at Christian Academy of Louisville for 8 years before becoming a stay at home mom to her three wild boys in the fall of 2020. She and her family began their homeschooling journey two years ago, and she has thoroughly enjoyed learning a "new way" of doing education. Andi deeply loves the Rolling Hills community and is so excited to be a part of the team that makes all the magic happen! 

Forest School Teacher

Rachel is a mother of 3 kids, two of which attend RHA, and a wife to Caleb of 13 years. Her family lives in New Albany, Indiana where she felt God was calling her  to begin homeschooling 4 years ago and has never looked back! With the freedom to take a step back and seek what was truly best for her family, she discovered a love for nature, sustainability, and slow living. She loves that homeschool has allowed her the ability to learn right along with her kids and that it has sparked a new curiosity for God’s creation. She is a certified nature guide through Tinkergarten and has worked in the Children’s ministry at her church for many years. In her free time, she enjoys camping, gardening, reading, and thrifting. Rachel is so excited to join the RHA team and is looking forward to helping others slow down and find new ways to connect with God and the kids in Forest School.

Forest School Teacher

Holly Frye has always lived in Carrollton, Kentucky. She is married to Brian and has five children. She has paved the way for others to benefit from her diligence for getting children from where they are to where they need to be in the public school system since 2010. She has homeschooled three of her children and they thrive as they seek out their passions, move off on learning tangents and meet academic goals at their own pace. Holly earned a B.A. in Chemistry from the University of Louisville and is very excited to share her love of nature and chemical reactions with the young people at RHA. 

Forest School Teacher

Katy has lived in Henry County for over 20 years. She was born in Columbus, Ohio and lived in Orlando, Florida when she was younger. She and her husband Trent have two boys, Liam and Eli.  Katy received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education at Northern Kentucky University and was a cheerleader there too. She has a Literacy Specialist Masters degree and is a National Board Certified teacher with 14 years of classroom experience in Henry and Oldham County. In the last several years, she has felt a calling from the Lord to spend more time at home and try homeschooling. She’s excited and grateful to be a part of Rolling Hills where she will get to  learn new things while still teaching, which she’s so passionate about. She loves how unique learning can be-from finding what motivates students to making learning real as well as developing a growth mindset in her students.  In her free time, Katy loves being outside and spending quality time with family and friends.

Forest School Teacher

Emily is an innnovative educator with over 15 years of experience championing inquiry-driven, student-centered learning. Her leadership spans roles as Principal of Shumway Academy (K–8), K–12 Art Teacher, 2nd–3rd Grade Math Specialist, and Equity and Social Justice Leader with Arlington Public Schools. She has served as Coordinator for the Summer Institute for Teaching and Learning at the Center for Social Justice in Washington, D.C., and taught preservice teachers as an Adjunct Professor of Educational Psychology. Holding a BA in Art Education and a Master’s in Learning, Design, and Technology from Georgetown University, she brings both artistry and strategy to the evolving landscape of education, an approach rooted in her Oldham County childhood, where she often did homework 15 feet above the ground in a treehouse. Beyond the classroom, she’s a painter, nature enthusiast, and vintage car enthusiast who finds inspiration as much in the wild as in watercolor and winding roads.