Mrs. Christin Ellis is a proud graduate of Manchester High School and a Lancer for Life. She earned her B.A. in English with a minor in education from Duke University. She has a Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Wisconsin at Madison. After teaching for 2 years in North Carolina, she returned to Manchester to teach English in 1994. She became the Dean of Students in 2008, and Assistant Principal in 2011. She was named Principal in 2016. This will be her 28th year working at Manchester. She has devoted her entire career to the Manchester community because she believes in the power of education to unlock opportunities and transform lives. Mrs. Ellis is grateful for the loving support of her wonderful husband, Rob.

Christin_Ellis@ccpsnet.net
(804) 739-6275 ext. 5101

Jesse Ault earned his Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education from Juniata College and his Master of Education in Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University. He began his career as an educator in 2003 and has taught English at the middle and high school levels in Westmoreland County, Alexandria City, and King George County. In 2016, he became an assistant principal at Essex Intermediate School, and in 2019, Mr. Ault joined the Lancer Family as the Associate Principal at Manchester High School where he continues to enjoy the community pride, supporting the growth of all of our Lancers, and working with the amazing students, families, and staff who are part of our Lancer Family.

When he is not at work, Mr. Ault enjoys spending time with his wife, Heather, and their children Sophie, Allie, Breann, and David.

Jesse_Ault@ccpsnet.net
(804) 739-6275 ext. 5118

Stuart Spangler began his education career in Chesterfield at Meadowbrook High School, where he taught English, eventually earning a master’s degree in administration and supervision from the University of Virginia. After serving as a dean of students at Meadowbrook, Stuart joined Manchester as an assistant principal. He is passionate about students and spreadsheets in no particular order and looks forward to dedicating his time and energy to both. At home, Mr. Spangler is a proud fiancé and a father of a young daughter.

Stuartb_Spangler@ccpsnet.net
(804) 739-6275 ext. 5144

David Garrison earned his Bachelor of Arts in History from Virginia Tech (2008) and earned a Master of Teaching in Social Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University (2011) and a Master of Education in Administration from the University of Virginia (2019). Mr. Garrison taught US History and was the Social Studies Department Chair at Midlothian High School prior to becoming an administrator at Manchester. Mr. Garrison grew up in the Manchester community and graduated from Manchester High School (Class of 2004). When he is not at school, Mr. Garrison enjoys spending time with his wife Lindsay, and their two children Eloise and Gus.

David_Garrison@ccpsnet.net
(804) 739-6275 ext. 5121

Amanda Lucker earned her Bachelor of Arts in History and a Master of Teaching in Social Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University (2015) and a Master of Education in Administration from the University of Virginia (2023). Ms. Lucker taught Social Studies as well as coached Volleyball and Softball at Cosby High School before becoming an Administrator at Manchester. When not at school, Ms. Lucker enjoys spending time outdoors with her wife Lindsey and their dog, Sokka.

Amanda_Lucker@ccpsnet.net

Diamond Barham is a proud graduate of Surry County High School. She attended Old Dominion University and earned her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2017, Master of Education in 2018, and Educational Specialist (EDS) degree in 2022.

She taught 4th and 5th grade at Sewells Point Elementary School in Norfolk, VA prior to serving as an assistant principal at Jones Magnet Middle School in Hampton, VA. She loves building relationships with students, staff, and families. She is excited to join the administrative team and Lancer family at Manchester High School!

Outside of school, she enjoys spending time with her fiancé Chandlar and daughter Milan.

Diamond_Barham@ccpsnet.net

Mr. Woodle earned his B.A. in Social Studies from Elon University. He has been in education for 33 years, three as DSA and thirty years as a teacher. This will be his 28th year at Manchester. He is excited about being a part of another year in the Manchester Community. When he is not working he enjoys spending time with his wife (Laura), two sons (Gregory & Ryan) and his grandson (River).

Gregory_Woodle@ccpsnet.net
(804) 739-6275 ext. 5112