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Liberty Classical School Instructors
Dr. Michael Bond
Latin Instructor
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Dr. Bond received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Religious Studies from the University of Missouri-Columbia with an emphasis in Classical Studies. He earned his Master of Divinity from Covenant Theological Seminary and his doctorate at Whitefield Theological Seminary.
Michael is one of the pastors at Liberty Christian Church. He leads the youth service Change the Globe on Saturday nights at 7:00pm.
His lovely wife, Andrea, is a constant source of encouragement and works along side him in many of the areas he ministers. Michael enjoys spending time with his four children (which means tickling, playing sports, or playing card games). His interests include playing various musical instruments (he knows how to play five) and playing soccer. In his spare time you'll find him in his favorite chair reading a good theological book or doing minor repairs on his car.
Mrs. Donna Chapin
 Math Instructor
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Mrs. Chapin received her Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Texas Wesleyan University. After working for the Tandy Corporation and BMA insurance company, she decided to pursue a teaching career. She received her secondary teaching certification from Maryville University and a Master of Education degree from Washington University.
Donna currently teaches math at a large St. Charles county high school. She is a sponsor of the National Honor Society and of the "Youth Alive" group at the school.
The Chapins are members of the First Baptist Church of St. Charles, where they are very active in the mission programs of the church. Their passion involves work with the American Indians in Sisseton, South Dakota and orphaned children of India.
Summers are spent canning and freezing homegrown vegetables, traveling, quilting, knitting and lots of yard work. Donna and her husband, Byron, have one daughter, Alexsis, who was homeschooled through the 8th grade.
Mrs. Leslie Korhammer
 English Instructor
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From an early age, Leslie Korhammer has had a passion for the written word and writing. She has written several plays and skits that have been performed in various churches and schools and is currently working with a good friend to write young adult novel. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in elementary education from Missouri Baptist University , she worked as a middle school language arts teacher and high school speech/drama teacher at North County Christian School for two years. It was her pleasure to have the opportunity to share her passion and help young people develop their own writing skills and an understanding and appreciation for literature during this time. Most recently, she has taught fourth grade at Willott Road Christian Academy . She is excited to be returning to a focus on the written word and writing in these classes for Liberty Classical School. Mrs. Melinda Tyler  Worldview Instructor
Dr. David J. Vaughan Bible Doctrine Instructor
Music Theory Instructor
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David J. Vaughan is the founder and director of the Liberty Leadership Institute. He is a writer and leader dedicated to the propagation of the Christian message by means of the spoken and written word. Currently, Dr. Vaughan is Pastor of Liberty Christian Church, Director of Liberty Leadership Institute (a division of Whitefield Theological Seminary) and President of Liberty Classical School.
In addition to these ongoing activities, David also addresses current and biblical issues through writing. He is a consulting editor for the St. Louis MetroVoice and Highland Books, and his articles have appeared in numerous national publications. As a lecturer and community leader, David has appeared on nationally syndicated television and radio, and is a host of the Encounter radio program (KSIV 1320 AM).
Dr. Vaughan is a member of the National Association of Scholars, the Evangelical Theological Society, and the Evangelical Philosophical Society. He holds the BS in Education, the MA in Political Science, the DA in Christian Leadership, and Ph.D. in Christian Thought.
David and his wife Diane have four children; Hannah, Lydia, Ethan and Adam.
Mrs. Diane Vaughan
Diane L. Vaughan received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at the University of Missouri in St. Louis . As an RN in past years, she has worked in the ICU step down telemetry unit at two hospitals in the St. Louis area. Currently, she serves as a client advocate at the Pregnancy Resource Center in St. Peters , Missouri helping women make godly choices. She received training through Alliance for Life and also performs limited obstetrical ultrasounds for clients in need. She enjoys writing and has written for the St. Louis Metro Voice , a Christian News and Events Publication on biblical issues related to women. She is also Co-Author of the Beauty of Modesty, Cultivating Virtue in the Face of a Vulgar Culture with her husband, David, who is the Senior Pastor at Liberty Christian Church in O'Fallon, Missouri . As the Women's Ministry Director at her church, Diane enjoys encouraging women to lead a life of purity and honor before the Lord and has had many opportunities to speak at various women's groups and youth groups. Diane is a home schooling mother of four wonderful children and resides in O'Fallon, Missouri . Throughout her life she has been a firm believer in physical fitness and has participated in numerous local triathlons and has also completed a half marathon. During training for a full marathon, she suffered a knee injury and had to turn in her running shoes. She still consistently swims and bikes. She believes that the body of a Christian believer is indeed the temple of the Holy Spirit and that we are to be good stewards of it in all areas: physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. As such, we will be more likely to reach our God-given potential to bring Him the glory He deserves. Mr. Rob Volz
Rob received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration (BSB/A) from the University of Phoenix . He has also begun working towards his M.B.A. Rob is the president of a local engineering and surveying firm started by his father in 1969. The firm currently employs about 25 people. Rob began his full-time career there in 1987. Rob has been married to his wife Holly since 1988 and is a homeschooling dad of 4 girls. Rob became a follower of Christ in 1981 and attends Liberty Christian Church in O'Fallon, Missouri with his family. His hobbies include boating, astronomy, photography, drama, and softball. |
