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Education: Associate of Science Degree in Fashion Merchandising, Pensacola Junior College; FCCPC Certificate, Pensacola Junior College; Florida Director Credential, University of Alaska.

Favorite Restaurant: Olive Garden

Who Inspires Me: My mother. She is 96 and has a great outlook on life.

Hidden Talent: Decorating and baking

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Heaven is For Real

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love the friendly, family oriented Christian atmosphere at East Hill Christian. We have a great administration and staff to work with.

Education: Atlantic Baptist Bible College (now merged with Carolina University) in 1999 with a Elementary Ed. degree.

Favorite Restaurant: Cheddars

Who Inspires Me: I am inspired by my hard-working husband, David Coltrane. He loves the Lord and is always willing to put aside himself and help someone else.

Hidden Talent: I play piano

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Pilgrim’s Progress

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love the camaradarie of the teachers!

Education: Bachelor of Arts in History, University of West Florida; Master of Arts in History, University of West Florida

Clubs you sponsor: National Honor Society

Favorite Restaurant: Carabbas

Who Inspires Me: People who persevere in their dreams

Hidden Talent: Singing

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: The Complete Works of J.R.R. Tolkien

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love that we can teach the Bible and preach the gospel openly and unapologetically.

Head Coach

Coach Morgan Gleason began cheerleading over 25 years ago and continues to stay involved. As an athlete, she was named All-Star five years in a row, as well as being named All-American and recognized as Top 5 in the nation. Academically, Morgan was also recognized as a National Scholar Athlete. As an alum of East Hill, her high school teams brought home three National Championships and a number of top five finishes. Before transitioning to coaching, Morgan cheered at the collegiate level for the Samford University Bulldogs. Coach Morgan has coached gymnastics, all-star cheer squads and school teams. Morgan started back with the East Hill program four years ago. Most recently, the Junior Varsity team won the FCC National Championship in 2022, and the Varsity team won the 2023 FCC National Championship. Coach Morgan recognizes her favorite part coaching as watching the girls develop close bonds while glorifying God through the sport of cheerleading. 

Education: Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, Kennesaw State University

Favorite Restaurant: The Oar House

Who Inspires Me: My husband and little girl inspire me daily.

Hidden Talent: I am artistic.

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Priscilla Shirer’s devotional book, Awaken.

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love the atmosphere that welcomes God in all aspects of the school. I love how prayer is truly and important part of the school and that it is demonstrated.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (ESOL Endorsed), Florida Atlantic University

Favorite Restaurant: Carrabas

Who Inspires Me: My husband

Hidden Talent: Worship Leader, Piano Player

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Redeeming Love

What do you LOVE about EHCS: The family atmosphere and the freedom to teach my students about Jesus and His love for them.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Curriculum & Instruction, Texas A & M University

Favorite Restaurant: The Fishing Hole

Who Inspires Me: My mom, Nana Brown

Hidden Talent: Scrapbooking

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Hansi: The Girl Who Loved the Swastika

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love the teachers I work with, I love that the Lord is the main component of everything I teach, and I especially love that my children are at EHCS, too.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Christian Education, Baptist College of Florida

Favorite Restaurant: Dharma Blue and Coach-n-Four

Who Inspires Me: Dr. Ben Carson

Hidden Talent: cake baking and decorating

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story

What do you LOVE about EHCS: Walking down the locker hallway and still being able to smell the chlorine from the former pool. The many memories I have that span 40 years.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Social Work, University of West Florida

Favorite Restaurant: The Grand Marlin

Who Inspires Me: My family

Hidden Talent: Organizing!

Other than the Bible, everyone should read:

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love working with people who have the same values and I feel East Hill provides an outstanding education in a loving, Christian environment.

Education: Florida State University

Favorite Restaurant: George’s Bistro

Who Inspires Me: Leeana Tankersley, Ann Voskamp, Emily P. Freeman

Hidden Talent: I’m pretty good at the shooting range

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Do the Next Right Thing by Emily P. Freeman

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love that my granddaughter is an EHCS eagle.

Education: Bachelor of Elementary Education, emphasis in Mathematics, Grand Canyon University

Clubs: Student Council, Math Counts

Favorite Restaurant: Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen

Who Inspires Me: Strong Godly Women

Hidden Talent: I can make my tongue into a three-leaf clover!

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Charlotte’s Web

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love how I feel loved and accepted by my peers. I love how we are all on the same page. The importance that the school puts on the partnership with families! The good feelings I get every time I come here. The students are good! We got Green Turf!!!!

Favorite Restaurant: Texas Longhorn

Who Inspires Me: People who display the Fruit of the Spirit

Hidden Talent: Writing

Education: Bachelor of Elementary Education, University of South Alabama

Favorite Restaurant: Nick’s Boathouse

Who Inspires Me: Patti Garibay

Hidden Talent: I have a great memory!

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: To Kill a Mockingbird.

What do you LOVE about EHCS: Everyone is so friendly, and there is a sense of community. As an added bonus, EHCS is located in Pensacola, so there is little chance of snow.

Education: Bachelor of Arts in History, University of West Florida; Master of Arts in Political Science, University of West Florida

Favorite Restaurant: Union Public House

Who Inspires Me:

Hidden Talent: It’s a secret!

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: People who hold different perspectives, who have different life experiences, who have reached different conclusions about the nature of reality.

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love the holistic perspective on education.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, West Coast Baptist College; Elementary Education in Curriculum and Instruction, Pensacola Christian College

Favorite Restaurant: South Market

Who Inspires Me: My mom

Hidden Talent: I’m a barista.

Other than the Bible, everyone should read: Atomic Habits

What do you LOVE about EHCS: I love the heart and mission of the school.