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Sunny Huckaby

Head of School

Sunny joined Southfield in 2008 in the Lower School before becoming the Preschool Director. She returned to Southfield in 2022 as the Head of School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and her master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Louisiana Preschool Certification from Northwestern. Sunny came to Southfield in 2008 with 11 years of classroom experience and returned to Southfield in 2022 with 3 additional years of experience in independent school leadership. She has two children who are Southfield alumni.

Lacie Kennedy

Preschool Director

Lacie joined Southfield in 2012 as a Preschool Assistant before becoming a Preschool Lead Teacher. In 2024, Lacie became the Preschool Director. Lacie earned her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and a master’s in Education from Louisiana Tech University. She has three children who currently attend Southfield.

Nicci Bandermann

Lower School Director

Nicci joined Southfield in 2022 as the Lower School Director. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Nicci came to Southfield with 17 years of classroom experience. She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Kirstin Cloutier-Spinelli

Middle School Director

Kirstin joined Southfield as a Mentor Teacher and Educational Leader Site Coach before joining the administrative team as Middle School Director in 2022. Kirstin earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Maine and a master’s degree from Northeastern University. Kirstin came to Southfield with 15 years of classroom experience. She has three children, one Southfield alum and two who currently attend Southfield.

Lesley Brice

Admissions Director

Lesley joined Southfield in 2007 teaching math and serving as the Student Advisory Coordinator in the Middle School before she became Southfield’s Admissions Director in 2019. Lesley earned her bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from Texas Christian University. Lesley came to Southfield with 5 years of classroom experience. She has two children who are Southfield alumni.

Andy Hitt

Technology Director

Andy joined Southfield in 2023 as the Director of IT. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a minor in Computer Science and Accounting from Centenary College. Andy came to Southfield with 17 years of IT experience in private schools.

Don Woodard

Facilities Director

Don joined Southfield in 2022 as the Co-Director of Facilities before becoming the Facilities Director. He earned his bachelor’s degree in General Studies from Louisiana Tech University. Don came to Southfield with 34 years of facility maintenance supervision.

Morris Inabnet

Finance Director

Morris joined Southfield in 2024 as the Finance Director. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Louisiana Tech and his master’s from Dallas Theological Seminary. Morris practiced as a CPA and CFP for over 30 years before selling his business and joining Southfield

Amanda Felan

Advancement Director

Amanda joined Southfield in 2024 as the Advancement Director. She received her bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of New Orleans and her master’s degree in Social Work and Nonprofit Management from the University of Georgia. Amanda came to Southfield with 10 years of experience in Advancement and Development in nonprofits. She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Lower School

Shannon Bohanan

Kindergarten

Shannon joined Southfield in 2018 in the Lower School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisiana in Monroe. Shannon came to Southfield with 12 years of classroom experience. She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Katie Jackson

Kindergarten

Katie joined Southfield in 2010 as an assistant in the Preschool program before becoming a Lead Teacher in Kindergarten in 2013. Katie earned her bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and her master’s in Early Childhood Education from Northwestern State University. Katie came to Southfield with 4 years of classroom experience. She has two children who are Southfield alumni.

Jackie Singleton

1st Grade

Jackie joined Southfield in 1997 as an assistant in Kindergarten and returned to Southfield in 2012 as a 1st grade teacher. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education from the University of Southwestern Louisiana and has a master’s degree in Learning Disability and Reading from Louisiana State University. She has two children who are Southfield alumni and one grandchild who currently attends Southfield.

Amy Claire Garcin

1st Grade

Amy Claire joined Southfield in 2024 in our Lower School. She received her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Louisiana Tech University. Amy Claire came to Southfield with 6 years of classroom experience. She has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Felicia Smeltzer

2nd Grade

Felicia joined Southfield in 2023 in our Lower School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Special Education from LSU and her master’s degree in Teaching. Felicia came to Southfield with 5 years of classroom experience and has additional certifications in Early Childhood Education and Reading Specialist.

Allison Taylor

2nd Grade, Yearbook Director

Allison joined Southfield in 2018 in our Lower School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Louisiana State University. She is also the Southfield Yearbook Director. Allison came to Southfield with 3 years of classroom experience. She has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Katie Dyer

3rd Grade

Katie joined Southfield in 2021 in our Lower School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Northwestern State University and a teaching certification from LSUS. Katie came to Southfield with 6 years of classroom experience.

Lauren Teepell

3rd Grade

Lauren joined Southfield in 2024 in our Lower School. She received her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Louisiana State University. Lauren came to Southfield with 4 years of classroom experience.

Genevieve Saulter

4th Grade

Genevieve joined Southfield in 2021 in our Lower School. She earned her bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from the University of Florida. Genevieve came to Southfield with 14 years of classroom experience. She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Susannah Ferris

4th Grade

Susannah joined Southfield in 2021 in the Lower School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s degree in Gift Education from Louisiana State University. Susannah came to Southfield with 2 years of classroom experience.

Middle School

Bria Mayeux

Student Support Coordinator, Middle School Teacher

Bria joined Southfield in 2010 as a kindergarten teacher before transitioning to the 4th grade in 2017 and Middle School in 2019. She earned her bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education from Louisiana Tech University. Bria came to Southfield with 9 years of classroom experience. She has two children who are Southfield Alumni.

Sarah Kate White

Middle School Teacher

Sarah Kate joined Southfield in 2022 in our Middle School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a master’s in Teaching from Louisiana State University. Sarah Kate came to Southfield with 5 years of classroom experience.

Emily Felty

Middle School Teacher

Emily joined Southfield in 2019 in our Middle School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Wheaton College and her master’s degree in Teaching from Louisiana Tech University. Emily has previous experience in private tutoring for middle and high school students. She is a Southfield Alumna.

Leah Thelen

Middle School Teacher

Leah joined Southfield in 2010 in our Middle School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Houston. She came to Southfield with 20 years of classroom experience. She has two children who are Southfield alumni.

Holli Hagler

Middle School Teacher

Holli joined Southfield in 2021 in our Middle School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Stephen F. Austin State University and a master’s degree from Texas A&M University. Holli came to Southfield with 27 years of teaching experience. She has two grandchildren who currently attend Southfield.

Laurie Burk

Middle School Teacher

Laurie joined Southfield in 2023. She earned her bachelor’s in Sociology and master’s degree in teaching from McNeese State University. Laurie came to Southfield with 16 years of teaching experience, both in the United States and on Air Force Bases in Germany and Italy.

Mack Evans

Middle School Teacher

Mack joined Southfield in 2024 in our Middle School. He received his bachelor’s degree from Louisiana Tech University. Mack came to Southfield with 33 years of classroom experience at high school level.

Tamiris Santos

Middle School Teacher

Tamiris joined Southfield in 2024 in our Middle School. She has a master’s degree in Environmental Engineering and a teaching degree with a specialization in mathematics. Tamiris has 10 years of experience in the classroom tutoring international students.

Shelley McMillian

Athletic Coordinator

Shelley joined Southfield in 2025 as the Athletic Coordinator. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology from Centenary College. Shelley previously worked at Southfield for five years in the 1990s and has been coaching soccer professionally for many years. She has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Preschool

Abby Hale

Preschool-2 Exploration

Abby joined Southfield in 1997 in the Preschool. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Centenary College. Abby came to Southfield with 2 years of classroom experience. She has three children who are Southfield alumni.

Jason Hanes

Preschool-2 Exploration

Jason joined Southfield in 2013 as a Preschool Assistant before becoming a Lead Teacher in 2024. He received his bachelor’s degree from McKendree University and his master’s degree in Education and Curriculum from Concordia University. He has two children who are Southfield alumni.

Susie Collier

Preschool-3 Discovery

Susie joined Southfield in 1994 in the Preschool program. After taking several years off to have children, she returned to Southfield with her youngest in 2006. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Child Development from Northeast Louisiana University and a master’s degree in Education. Susie has two children who are Southfield alumni. 

Cathy Frizzell

Preschool-3 Discovery

Cathy joined Southfield in 1994 in the Southfield Preschool Program. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Louisiana Tech University and certification in Early Childhood Education from Centenary College. Cathy came to Southfield with 12 years of classroom experience.

Melissa Wyss

Preschool-3 Discovery

Melissa joined Southfield in 1999 in the Preschool. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Science in Elementary Education from Centenary College and has certifications in Nursery School and Kindergarten. Melissa came to Southfield with 7 years of classroom experience. She has two children who are Southfield alumni.

Lauren Rhodes

Preschool-4 Readiness

Lauren joined Southfield in 2017 in the Preschool program. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Northwestern State University. Lauren came to Southfield with 3 years of classroom experience. Lauren has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Kari LaBorde

Preschool-4 Readiness

Kari joined Southfield in 1998 in the Preschool. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Centenary College. Kari came to Southfield with 3 years of classroom experience. She has two children who are Southfield alumni.

Karyn Tanner

Preschool Assistant

Karyn joined Southfield in 2024 as a Preschool Assistant before becoming a Lead Preschool teacher in 2025. She received her bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Southern Mississippi. Karyn came to Southfield with 7 years of classroom experience.

Katherine Roberts

Preschool-2 Exploration

Katherine joined Southfield in 2025 in the Preschool. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Louisiana Tech University. Katherine came to Southfield with 5 years of classroom experience. She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Southfield Cafe

Dawn Ward

Southfield Café

LaJuan Wagoner

Southfield Café

Kelly Ferris

Southfield Café

Tiffany Kindred

Southfield Café

Specialists

Angelica Contreras

Middle School Spanish

Angélica joined Southfield in 2022 in our Middle School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Labor Law from the University of Monterrey. Angelica came to Southfield with 8 years of classroom experience.

Donna Mitchell

Reading Specialist

Donna joined Southfield in 2017 as the Reading Specialist. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Speech and Language and is a Hearing Specialist. Donna came to Southfield with 33 years of experience as a Caddo Parish School Speech Pathologist. She has one child who is a Southfield alum.

Courtney Hoffman

Director of Drama

Courtney joined Southfield in 2013 and became the Director of Drama in 2015. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Theatre and a minor in Dance from Northwestern State University. Courtney has directed, produced, choreographed, and played lead roles in numerous stage productions, television shows, film roles, music videos, and commercials.

Kay Batte

Math and Science Specialist

Kay joined Southfield in 2012 as a 4th Grade teacher. In 2022, she became the Math and Science Specialist. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Louisiana State University. Kay joined Southfield with over 20 years of teaching experience.

Jennifer Fortune

Reading Specialist

Jennifer joined Southfield in 2006 as a Reading Specialist. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and is certified as a Wilson Dyslexia Practitioner. Jennifer came to Southfield with 10 years of classroom experience. She has two children who are Southfield alumni.

Terry Wright

Music Director

Terry joined Southfield in 2024 as the Music Director. He received his bachelor’s degree in Music Education K-12 Instrumental from Centenary College of Louisiana. Terry came to Southfield with 15 years of experience in the music classroom.

Carrie Shirk

Library Media Specialist

Carrie joined Southfield in 2025 as the Library Media Specialist. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Lock Haven University and her master’s in Library Science from Kutztown University. Carrie came to Southfield with 13 years of experience as a librarian. She has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Therina Steenkamp

Physical Education Teacher

Therina joined Southfield in 2025 as the PE teacher. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from Weber State University. Therina came to Southfield with 22 years of experience in coaching.

Nadia Gibson

Lower School Spanish

Nadia joined Southfield in 2025 as the Lower School Spanish teacher. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English as a Second Language Teaching from Yucatan State University. Nadia came to Southfield with over 10 years of classroom experience. She has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Nikki Lozano

Art Teacher

Nikki joined Southfield in 2025 as the art teacher. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Louisiana State University Shreveport. Nikki came to Southfield with 9 years of classroom experience. She has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Support Staff

Shani Crawford

Executive Assistant to the Head of School and Admissions

Shani joined Southfield in 2013 and taught many grades in the Middle School. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Baylor University. Shani has six years of classroom experience. Shani has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Allie Patton

Marketing and Communications

Allie joined Southfield in 2023 as the Marketing and Communications Coordinator. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Louisiana State University. Allie is a Southfield Alumna.

Amanda Bunnett

Alumni Relations Coordinator

Amanda joined Southfield in 2021 in our Lower School before becoming the Alumni Relations Coordinator in 2024. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Baylor University and a master’s degree in Reading from the University of Texas at Tyler. Amanda came to Southfield with 14 years of classroom experience. She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Sophia Lee

Accounting and Data Specialist

Sophia joined Southfield in 2023 in the Business Office. In 2024, Sophia joined the Advancement Office as well as a Data Specialist. She has her bachelor’s degree in Business Management. Sophia has one child who is a Southfield alum.

Brenda St. Andre

Main Office Administrative Assistant

Brenda joined Southfield in 2015 as a Teaching Assistant in the Preschool 4 program before becoming the Main Office Administrative Assistant. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Northwestern State University.

Tryston Netterville

Preschool Administrative Assistant

Tryston joined Southfield in 2024 as the Preschool Administrative Assistant. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Family and Child Studies from Louisiana Tech University. Tryston came to Southfield with three years of classroom experience.

Olivia Bury

School Counselor

Olivia joined Southfield in 2025 as the School Counselor. She earned her bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health & Guidance. Olivia came to Southfield with two years of experience working in a private practice in Baton Rouge.

Kenny Burrough

Maintenance Staff

Kenny joined Southfield in 2023 as part of the Maintenance Staff. He is a master welder and fabricator. Kenny came to Southfield with 40 years experience as an Industrial Mechanic.

Shannon Herzog

Business Office Manager

Shannon joined Southfield in 2021 as the Business Office Manager. Before joining the team, she worked in the oil and gas industry. Shannon has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Nicole Coulter

Auxiliary Programming Coordinator

Nicole joined Southfield in 2024 as Auxiliary Programming Coordinator. She received her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Louisiana State University, Shreveport. Nicole came to Southfield with 7 years of classroom experience. She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Matt Burt

IT Support Specialist

Matt joined Southfield in 2015 as the IT Support Specialist. He graduated from Shreveport Cyber Academy and is certified CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+. Matt has more than 10 years of experience in the IT field. He has one child who currently attends Southfield.

Austin Wright

Maintenance Staff

Austin joined Southfield in 2025 as part of the Maintenance Staff. After high school, Austin worked in construction for 3 years before coming to Southfield.

Mary Caroline Chumley

Advancement Coordinator

Mary Caroline joined Southfield in 2025 as the Advancement Coordinator. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English from Sewanee and her master’s degree in Communication Management from the University of Denver. Mary Caroline came to Southfield with multiple years of experience in planning and coordinating events. She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Christy Duggan

Middle School Administrative Assistant

Christy joined Southfield in 2025 as the Middle School Administration Assistant. Christy came to Southfield with 18 years of experience in office administration and management.

Officer Darrell Favis

School Officer

Darrell Favis joined Southfield School in 2023 as our school officer.

Teaching Assistants

Valerie Henix

Preschool Assistant

Valerie joined Southfield in 2016 as a Preschool Assistant. She previously worked for Bossier Parish Head Start. Valerie earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential and more than 17 years of experience working with children. Her daughter is also a Preschool Assistant at Southfield.

LeeAnn Blue

Preschool Assistant

LeeAnn joined Southfield in 2022 as a Preschool Assistant. She earned her associate of arts degree from St. John’s River State College. LeeAnn is a military spouse and has lived all over the world! She has two children who currently attend Southfield.

Missy Tinkis

Preschool Assistant

Missy joined Southfield in 2023 as a Preschool Assistant. She earned her associate’s degree in Education from Oakland Community College. Missy came to Southfield with 10 years of classroom experience.

Jennifer Bryant

Preschool Assistant

Jennifer joined Southfield in 2013 as a Preschool Assistant. She earned her Children’s Development Associate (CDA) Credential. Before becoming an assistant, Jennifer was a substitute teacher in 2012.

Debbie Green

Preschool Assistant

Debbie joined Southfield in 2012 as an AfterCare Specialist before becoming a Preschool Assistant in 2018. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Louisiana Tech University and earned her master’s degree from Centenary College. Debbie came to Southfield with 37 years of classroom experience.

Mariah Ford

Preschool Assistant

Mariah joined Southfield in 2018 as a substitute teacher before becoming a Preschool Assistant in 2019. She attends Louisiana State University in Shreveport, where she is working towards her degree in Early Childhood Education. She is certified in First Aid, served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA), has received Stewards of Children training, and serves at her church as a youth leader.

Lacy Power

Kindergarten Assistant

Lacy joined Southfield in 2015 as a substitute teacher and a teacher assistant in multiple grades. She came back in 2022 as an AfterCare Assistant and is now a Kindergarten Assistant. Lacy came to Southfield with experience as an administrative assistant and leading youth group and Sunday school classes.

Rebekah Carter

Preschool Assistant

Rebekah joined Southfield in 2024 as a Preschool Assistant. She received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Northwestern State University. Rebekah came to Southfield with multiple years of experience in different managerial positions.

Aziza Coutee

Preschool Assistant

Aziza joined Southfield in 2024 as a Preschool Assistant. She is currently working on her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Northwestern State University. Aziza came to Southfield with experience as a substitute and assistant teacher.

Emily Moreno

Preschool Assistant

Emily joined Southfield in 2024 as an Extended Day worker before becoming a Preschool Assistant in 2025. She earned her associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Allan Hancock Community College. Emily came to Southfield with 2 years of classroom experience.

Ashley Moore

Kindergarten Assistant

Ashley joined Southfield in 2025 as a Kindergarten Assistant. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education from Louisiana State University in Shreveport. Ashley came to Southfield with 5 years of classroom experience.