Faculty & Staff
Hannah Boss
Hannah Boss is the third grade teacher at Westminster Academy. She is a Native Texan, hailing from Fort Worth, Texas. Miss Boss has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology with a concentration in Marine Biology from Palm Beach Atlantic University. She also holds a Master of Arts Degree in Missiology from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Miss Boss spent a year in a Wilderness Discipleship Program, backpacking, canyoneering, kayaking, and serving in camp ministry in New Mexico. She also spent a summer guiding middle school and high school backpacking trips. Miss Boss lived in South Korea for four years teaching elementary school English. She enjoys being outdoors, studying the Korean language, cooking, and reading.
Camille Bush
Camille Bush is the music and drama teacher at Westminster. Mrs. Bush earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Studies with a concentration in Vocal Performance from The University of South Florida.
Mrs. Bush has taught voice and piano lessons privately for over eleven years to students of all levels both in Florida and in the United Kingdom. She has been classically trained in piano since she was a young child and began classical vocal training as a teenager, performing in choirs and ensembles across the United States, including the prestigious Carnegie Hall. Prior to joining Westminster, Mrs. Bush taught music and drama at a classical Christian school in Tallahassee. With experience in both classical and contemporary genres of music, Camille enjoys sharing her passion for music and helping her students learn to glorify God with their talents.
When Mrs. Bush isn’t teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children, Samuel and Amelia. Their favorite pastimes include traveling, visiting theme parks, and listening to music together.
Johnnie-Ann Campbell
Johnnie-Ann Campbell is the Head of School at Westminster Academy, a growing prekindergarten through sixth grade school in Tampa, Florida. Johnnie-Ann is a classical enthusiast and has been involved in classical education through teaching and administration for more than fifteen years. Johnnie-Ann is eager to share her love of learning and students with fellow teachers. She has been a guest speaker at The Association of Classical and Christians School’s annual conference, Repairing the Ruins, presenting on topics such as “Hidden Curriculum: Cultivating Ordered Loves Through Ordered Classrooms” and “The Seven Laws of Teaching as the Foundation for Lesson Planning.”
Johnnie-Ann earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from the Baptist University of Florida. She also earned a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Christian Schools from Regent University. Johnnie-Ann holds a Master Certification in classical and Christian education from The Association of Classical and Christian Schools.
Prior to moving to Tampa, she served at Regents School of Charlottesville as a classroom teacher and Grammar School Principal for nine years. Miss Campbell has also worked as a freelance writer and political analyst. As a native Floridian, Miss Campbell is excited to return to Florida and explore all that Tampa has to offer. In her free time, Miss Campbell can usually be found with a good book and her dog, Scout.
Laurel Cook
Laurel Cook is the first grade teacher at Westminster Academy. While studying to graduate with a degree in Piano Pedagogy, Miss Cook realized that God was leading her to teach in a different way than she was planning. After many twists and turns, Miss Cook graduated from Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Psychology. While in college, Miss Cook worked as staff at Summit Ministries’ worldview summer camps and continues to mentor high school and college-aged girls in their walk with Christ.
Prior to joining Westminster, Miss Cook taught pre-kindergarten students English as a second language in Japan, and she also taught after school English programs for grades first through sixth. At the end of the day, Miss Cook enjoys curling up on the couch with tea or coffee and a good book. She also spends her spare time with family in the Brandon area, traveling up north to visit even more family, hiking, camping, baking, and playing the piano.
Jessica Lipski
Jessica Lipski is the second grade teacher at Westminster Academy, where she has taught for three years. Mrs. Lipski graduated from the University of Florida earning her Masters degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in Emergent Literacy. Mrs. Lipski has worked with children for more than 15 years as a teacher, tutor, or early interventionist.
Mrs. Lipski enjoys spending time with her family at the beach, on the water, or cheering for the Tampa Bay Lightning. She also loves watching her son play hockey and her daughter play softball. Some of Mrs. Lipski’s favorite pastimes include reading, being outdoors and being with loved ones.
Donna Lynam
Donna Lynam is the fourth and fifth grade teacher at Westminster Academy. Mrs. Lynam attended Florida State University before earning a degree in Christian Education at Florida Bible College and a Master’s in Education Administration from Dallas Theological Seminary. She also earned the Master Teacher Certification through The Association of Classical and Christian Schools. Mrs. Lynam has been a fourth and fifth grade teacher in classical Christian schools for nearly thirty years. Mrs. Lynam loves her students, and she desires to give them an educational experience that is accompanied by learning the truths of our Lord and His work in the world.
Mrs. Lynam and her husband ran high school ministries as well as college Bible studies for seven years in Pennsylvania before settling in Tampa, Florida. In her free time, Mrs. Lynam enjoys nature, camping, hiking and bird watching with her husband, Bruce, and three children, Brian, Meredith, and Bethany.
Kimberly Ocasio
Kimberly Ocasio is the pre-kindergarten teacher at Westminster Academy. She is a graduate of the University of South Florida with a B.A. in Sociology. She also holds a Master of Art in Advertising and Marketing Communications from Webster University. While in college, Mrs. Ocasio served as a camp counselor and volunteered her time at All Children's Hospital in their child life department. Mrs. Ocasio also served as a camp leader at a camp hosted by her church this past summer. In her spare time, Mrs. Ocasio enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. Their favorite pastimes include swimming, baking, sports, and exploring the outdoors.
Shirley Prince
Shirley Prince is the fourth grade math teacher at Westminster Academy. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education from the University of Florida. Ms. Prince has nearly thirty years of experience in teaching, and much of that experience has been in classical Christian education. Ms. Prince loves teaching and delights in seeing her students come to a deeper understanding of math concepts as they pursue mastery. Ms. Prince was born and raised in Tampa. In her free time, Ms. Prince enjoys cheering on the Gators, crafting, spending time with her son and two dogs, or going on outdoor adventures with friends.
Ryan Richardson
Ryan Richardson is the PE teacher and after care coordinator at Westminster Academy. Mr. Richardson graduated from Grace Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Leadership and Ministry. Before joining Westminster, Mr. Richardson served in ministry as a children's pastor, youth pastor, and associate pastor. He was introduced to classical education at Trinity Christian School in Arizona, and Mr. Richardson has been passionate about this model of education ever since. The Richardsons joined Westminster Academy upon their return to Florida in 2020. Mr. Richardson enjoys spending time with his wife and three children by going to the beach, fishing, trying new restaurants, and exploring the local area.
Kelsey Whittaker
Kelsey Whittaker is the kindergarten teacher at Westminster. Miss Whittaker graduated from the University of Tampa with a B.S in Elementary Education. Miss Whittaker was raised in DeLand, Florida where she grew a love for learning, dancing, and singing. In her sophomore year of college, Miss Whittaker heard the Gospel and began following Jesus. Since that moment, she has been passionate about serving the Church, learning more about the Bible, and teaching others about God. In her free time, Miss Whittaker likes to paint, attend concerts or sporting events, and go bowling.
Nevair Singleton
Nevair Singleton is the art teacher and Latin teacher for fourth and fifth grades. Mrs. Singleton graduated from Trinity International University with a Bachelor’s degree in English. She has been teaching for almost twenty years and has been a teacher at Westminster for five of those years where she has taught third, fourth, and fifth grades as well as Latin. Mrs. Singleton is a Chicago native, but she currently lives in St. Petersburg with her husband and their children. Mrs. Singleton and her husband are currently pursuing certification as biblical counselors. When Mrs. Singleton isn’t teaching, she loves to spend time with her family, being involved in her church, cooking, and traveling.