Logic School Faculty

CLEO BRETZ

Sixth ELA and Logic Teacher, Color Guard Coordinator
Education: Geneva Class of 2019, Bachelors of Psychology, Minor in Music – Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, Masters of Theological Studies – Liberty University; Graduate Certificate in Sports Leadership and Management Liberty University
Family: My parents, Reagan and Kelley, little brother Gordon, and cousin Jewel McCullough (class of 2017). Plus bunny, Milo and golden retriever, Sadie
Why she is at Geneva: “In 2010 my parents brought me on a tour of campus when our family was looking for a new school. I fell in love with the community. After graduating in 2019, I missed the community and it has been my dream to come back ever since.”
Interesting tidbit: “I have worked four different jobs for the Walt Disney Company, spent six summers as a camp counselor and head archery coach in Hunt, and I have my French pastry certification.”

 

MORGAN BROWN

Sixth and Eighth Grade Latin Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Classics – Baylor University
Family: Husband Royal, Son Tate, Dog Wilson
Why she is at Geneva: “To encourage students to learn and grow.”
Interesting tidbit: Before working at Geneva, Morgan worked at her family’s custom cowboy boot making business called Little’s Boot Company.

 

LIZ CATES

Sixth Grade Math Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting – The University of North Texas
Family: Husband Josh (high school sweetheart), daughters Kaitlyn (Class of 2022) and Kenzie (Class of 2024)
Why she is at Geneva: “One of my family’s favorite Bible verses is Proverbs 19:21 which says ‘Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purposes of the Lord that will stand.’ My family and I give all the glory to God for leading us to Geneva School of Boerne. After six years of home schooling and traveling, and having lived in Texas, Colorado and Missouri, my family and I were excited to finally settle in Boerne and be back in our home state of Texas. We are grateful to God for how He is working in and through us here at Geneva.”
Interesting tidbit: Liz and her family still have half their heart in the beautiful High Country of Colorado and enjoy any kind of outdoor mountain adventure. Go Broncos!

 

CATHERINE DAVIS

Mathematics Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics – University of Texas at San Antonio
Family: Husband Scott and children Braden (Class of 2027), Cole (Class of 2029), Drew (Class of 2031) and Emma
Why she is at Geneva: “I know the Lord has called my family to Geneva. I love teenagers, teaching and math! I’m grateful to teach and disciple students here!”
Interesting tidbit: Catherine loves traveling and going to see new places. She and her husband have also moved 12 times in their first 13 years of marriage.

 

KYLE EDWARDS

8th Grade ELA Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Arts in English and Secondary Education Licensure – Cal State University Northridge, Masters of Fine Arts in Screenwriting – Cal State University Northridge
Family: Wife, Rachelle, son Gary (3) and daughter Azelia (9 months)
Why he is at Geneva: To educate young minds and future thinkers to the challenges of adolesence, adulthood and the world by means of a rigorus calssical study of texts and anazlysing the self. Caleld to seve in the name of my Lord to make Geneva my home away from home.
Interesting Tidbit: “I was a ghostwriter for the show NCIS during my college days, and I love crime thrillers!”

 

AMANDA FARRAR

Seventh Grade Science and Bible Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology at Oklahoma Wesleyan University; TEA Science 4-8
Family: Husband Blake and daughters, Macy (Class of 2033), Bailey (Class of 2035), and Brooke (Class of 2037)
Why she is at Geneva: “I am passionate about teaching, specifically the sciences, clarifying large subjects with a biblical understanding. I want to serve this community and love the Geneva education, people, and what God is doing.”
Interesting tidbit: “I am a collegiate tennis player and worked at a coal mine one summer.”

 

SHAWN HARRILD

Dean of Students and 8th Grade History Teacher
Education: California State University, East Bay, Bachelor of Arts in History; Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Master of Divinity.
Family: Wife Alicia and daughters Ella (class of 2030) and Zoey (class of 2032) and Mango the cat.
Why he is at Geneva: I am at Geneva because I love this place and its people. God first called me here in 2013, and in His goodness, He provided a way for me to return to this loving Christ-centered community. I am passionate about classical education where the chief aim is to cultivate virtue, wisdom, and a deep love for Christ in our students. It is a joy to teach here once again. To God be the glory.
Interesting Tidbit: “I am an Eagle Scout, a film guru, and an avid coffee drinker!”

 

ANDREW LOCKER

7th Grade Latin Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science in Physicis – University of Texas at San Antonio, Master of Science in Data Analytics – University of Texas at San Antonio
Family: Parents Jeff and Leslie and the world’s greatest dog, Gypsy
Why he is at Geneva: To use the gifts God gave me the best way I know how.
Interesting Tidbit: “I am a third generation Eagle Scout.”

 

LAURA MOERDYK

Sixth Grade Earth Science Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Arts Speech Communications – George Mason University & Master of Education – Texas State University
Family: Laura and her husband Wyatt are blessed with five children. Noelle (class of 2023), Raquel (class of 2025) and Jessie (Class of 2030).
Why she is at Geneva: “After teaching in public and private schools for nine years, followed by homeschooling for the last 15, I strongly felt God’s prompting to go back into the classroom. For years I had been drawn to the community of Geneva for its mission of Kingdom building, while providing a rich, classical education. I am so incredibly grateful for this unique community where I can serve whole-heartedly, while my daughters also receive this purpose filled educational experience.”
Interesting tidbit: Laura traveled to Italy and Holland with the United States Olympic Development’s Youth Soccer team’s first tour abroad in 1988 and was on the Under 16 Olympic Development Soccer National Team in 1987.

 

TONY MONINSKI

Seventh Grade Pre-Algebra and Eighth Grade Algebra Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science in Meteorology – Penn State; Master of Science in Meteorology – Texas A&M University; Master of Arts in Mathematics – University of Houston
Family: Wife Iliana, a cardiologist at Peterson Health in Kerrville. Children: Bella (Class of 2022), Benjamin (Class of 2025) and twins Nicolas and Natalie (Class of 2031)
Why he is at Geneva: “God had laid on my heart about seeking an opportunity at Geneva soon after we moved to Texas. When an opening in Logic appeared, I saw that as an answer to prayer. I relied on Psalm 143:8b, ‘Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life’ and just allowed God to work it out after that if it was His will.”
Interesting Tidbit: Tony once rode a bicycle across the entire state of Missouri. He also helped build two churches in Bolivia. Interesting on the side: His hometown of Dudley, Massachusetts, was founded in 1732. George Washington and the Continental Army camped there during the American Revolution. The town also produced most of the uniforms worn by the Union Army in the Civil War.

 

SARAH SANCHEZ

Eighth Grade Science and Seventh Grade Logic Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Science – Texas Woman’s University; Master of Arts in Professional Development/Counseling – Amberton University
Family: Husband Brandon and daughters Ava (Class of 2037) and Hannah (Class of 2039)
Why she is at Geneva: “Geneva is more than where I teach; it is where my children learn and where I feel called to serve. Experiencing our school as both a teacher and a parent makes it a privilege to partner with families in raising future Christ-centered leaders.”
Interesting Tidbit: “I’m equal parts creative spirit and adventurer! I’m usually painting, hosting friends with my Maltipoo, Barkles underfoot, or planning our family’s next beach trip or travel adventure.”

 

DENNIS TROYER

Sixth Grade World History, Geography, Bible and Seventh Grade History and Geography Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Arts in History – University of Texas at San Antonio; Master of Arts in Biblical Studies – Masters University
Family: Wife Stephanie and children Rachel (Class of 2025), Esther Rose (Class of 2027) and Ruth Ellen (Class of 2031)
Why he is at Geneva: “Good friends convinced me that Geneva was the right place for me to teach.”
Interesting tidbit: Dennis’ parents were Amish.

 

DEBBIE WHEELER

Seventh Grade ELA and Eighth Grade Bible Teacher
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Literature, minor in Education – Texas Tech
Family: Husband Curtis and three children – Welsey (Class of 2015), Jessica (Class of 2017) and Jordan (Class of 2019)
Why she is is at Geneva: “I am at Geneva because I love this place and being a part of what God is doing here. He called me to it in 2005 and in His great goodness brought me back after a year away in Tennessee.”
Interesting tidbit: “I love landscaping and growing flowers.”