Hello, my name is Yvonne Furniss, and I’m back home! Let me share a little about my background and experience with Abeka and other Christian curricula. I attended Clarksdale Baptist School where I was taught using Abeka curriculum from 2nd through 9th grades. In 1980, I graduated from high school at Lee Academy in Clarksdale.

My two older children attended PDS where I was actively involved in their education. Initially, upon our move to Arkansas, we homeschooled our children using Abeka materials and belonged to an Abeka homeschool support group. Later, I taught at New Horizon Academy where our children attended school, and the Abeka curriculum was implemented there as well.

Although my professional career has been in public education in Arkansas, I assure you that I am well-versed in using Christian curriulum, specifically, Abeka. I have provided onsite coaching and professional development for private Christian-based schools in Arkansas and even here at PDS in Clarksdale. Actually having been exposed and trained in a variety of curriculum and content areas, I am better equipped to lead and support Christian educators, parents, and students.

I look forward to a GREAT year! I expect your support and positive encouragement and feedback as we love, train, and educate your child(ren). You may expect the same from me.

Respectfully,

Yvonne E. Furniss, PDS Principal