Faculty & Staff
The people behind V. Lindsay aren’t just educators. They’re called. And it shows.
Your Child Will Know Their Teachers. And Their Teachers Will Know Them.
One of the most powerful things about a small school is that no child gets lost. At V. Lindsay, our teachers don’t just know your child’s name — they know their learning style, their personality, their gifts, and their struggles. They pray for them. They invest in them. They show up for them every single day.
Our faculty brings together decades of combined experience, advanced degrees, specialized certifications, and — most importantly — a genuine sense of calling to this work. This isn’t just a job for our team. It is a ministry.
“Every teacher at V. Lindsay was placed here on purpose. And your child will feel that.”
Leadership
Schari Fontus
SUPERINTENDENT / DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION · CENTRAL STATES CONFERENCE
Schari Fontus serves as Superintendent and Director of Education for the Central States Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, providing strategic oversight and educational leadership for V. Lindsay SDA School and the broader conference school system. Currently completing her Ed.D. in Educational Leadership at Tennessee State University, she brings both scholarly depth and hands-on practitioner experience to everything she leads.
Under her leadership, V. Lindsay has entered the most transformational chapter in its history — earning STEM.org Accreditation, NAD Six-Year Accreditation, launching a state-of-the-art STREAM Lab and library, and pioneering a strength-based specialization model that has produced measurable academic gains for students.
Schari is also the founder of Obedient Life Enterprises, a faith-based leadership company built around the belief that obedience to God’s calling produces extraordinary results. She brings that same conviction to her leadership of V. Lindsay — a school she believes is only getting started.
Ed.D. Candidate, Educational Leadership — Tennessee State University
Principal Jazmyne Damon
PRINCIPAL · ELA & READING SPECIALIST · PREK–8
Principal Jazmyne Damon is the heartbeat of V. Lindsay’s daily school life. A community-rooted educator originally from Southern California, she brings warmth, structure, and a genuine passion for helping children discover the joy of learning to every interaction she has with students, families, and staff.
Certified in special education and differentiated instruction, Principal Damon understands that every child learns differently — and she builds a school culture that reflects that belief every single day. She has contributed to PreK–K ELA curriculum development for the Mid-America Union, bringing her expertise in early literacy to bear on the youngest and most formative learners in our building.
Principal Damon leads V. Lindsay with the conviction that a school should be a safe, structured, joyful place where every child is seen and every family feels at home. She is the kind of principal families remember long after their children graduate.
B.S. K–8 Education · Special Education Certified · Differentiated Instruction
“I can do all things through Christ.” — Philippians 4:13
Our Teachers
Dr. Reginald Dixon
MATHEMATICS & PHYSICAL EDUCATION · PREK–8
Dr. Reginald Dixon brings fifteen years of K–12 classroom experience and a Doctorate in Education to every lesson he teaches. His style is interactive, integrative, and intentional — he connects mathematics to the real world in ways that make students forget they’re learning, until they realize they can do things they never thought possible.
A member of Linwood SDA Church, Dr. Dixon keeps God at the center of his classroom. His door is always open, his expectations are always high, and his commitment to every student’s growth is absolute. He believes that excellence in the classroom is itself an act of worship — and he teaches that way every single day.
Doctorate in Education · 15 Years K–12 Experience · K–12 Certified
“Jesus wept.” — John 11:35
Ms. Janel Fields
BIBLE, SOCIAL STUDIES & SCIENCE · PREK–8
Ms. Janel Fields has dedicated her professional life to education — and when she had the opportunity to return to V. Lindsay, she didn’t hesitate. She loved this school enough to come back. That says everything you need to know about her.
A veteran educator with advanced degrees in Education, Social Work, and Organizational Leadership, Ms. Fields brings a whole-child approach to every subject she teaches. Her background in social work means she sees her students as complete human beings — not just learners. She also serves at Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center, extending her commitment to the community she loves beyond the school building.
Ms. Fields is a cornerstone of the V. Lindsay community — experienced, deeply invested, and exactly the kind of educator every child deserves to have in their corner.
B.S.W. · M.Ed. · Ed.S. Organizational Leadership K–12
“I can do all things through Christ.” — Philippians 4:13
Pastor Liz Adams
SCHOOL CHAPLAIN · SPIRITUAL LIFE & FORMATION
Pastor Liz Adams is the spiritual anchor of V. Lindsay. As Associate Pastor of Linwood SDA Church and our dedicated school chaplain, she leads weekly chapel, offers Bible studies for interested students, and shows up for every school program, event, and milestone with genuine pastoral care and investment.
Pastor Liz doesn’t just run chapel. She knows our students. She prays for them by name. She walks with them through hard moments and celebrates their victories. Her presence at V. Lindsay ensures that faith is not just taught in a classroom — it is lived, modeled, and offered freely to every child who walks through our doors.
Licensed Minister · Associate Pastor, Linwood SDA Church
“Fear not, for I have redeemed you.” — Isaiah 43:1–2
Support Staff
Additional staff profiles coming soon. Our full team is committed to making V. Lindsay a safe, joyful, and excellent place for every child every day.
Come Meet Our Team.
The best way to understand what makes V. Lindsay special is to come in and experience it. Schedule a tour and meet the people who will invest in your child every single day.
“Through Christ — I Can Do This.” — Philippians 4:13 | V. Lindsay SDA School | Est. 1986