Department: STEM/Polytechnic Faculty

Dr. Jaime Tournear obtained a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Cornell University and has 17 years of teaching experience in both high school and college settings. Additionally, she has seven years of scientific research experience, which she incorporates into her teaching philosophy through emphasis of hands-on experiments, inquiry-based activities, and real-world applications of science. Her teaching interests include chemistry, physics, scientific investigation, and creating meaningful experiences that help students connect classroom concepts to the world around them. Outside of teaching, Dr. Tournear enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, skiing, working out, and reading.

Pam Webber teaches math and supports academic operations at Southern Preparatory Academy. Originally from New Rochelle, NY, Pam holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Washington University in St. Louis (1993) and became a Certified Financial Planner™ in 2012. With over 20 years of experience in IT, her expertise includes computer programming, network analysis, project management, and implementing office infrastructure. Pam joined Southern Prep in 2017, where she served as the Director of IT until 2026. She is married with three children, including two sons who are proud Southern Prep alumni.

Christie Broom holds a Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ed.S. degree in education. She is a certified STEM educator and graduated from Auburn University in Spring 2025 with a Ph.D. in Educational Foundations, Leadership, and Technology. With 29 years of teaching experience in diverse settings, Christie has dedicated her career to fostering positive student-teacher relationships. She has co-authored several publications focusing on student-teacher trust and rapport. Her research interests include ADHD, student-teacher trust, and its impact on academic achievement.