Abundant Life Academy partners with families to cultivate faith, character, wisdom, and academic excellence in Willis, Texas.
Christ Centered
Faith shapes learning, relationships, discipline, and service.
CORE VALUES
Prayer. Excellence. Character. Truth. Service.
PRAYER
Seeking God in all we do
EXCELLENCE
Doing all with diligence and integrity
CHARACTER
Authentic Christian behavior
TRUTH
Biblical, undeniable, honest
SERVICE
Leading through service
Family partnership
Parents are invited into the process through clear next steps and warm communication.
Willis, Texas
ALA serves families in Willis and in the surrounding Montgomery County community.
At ALA Willis, faith and learning belong together. The school culture centers on biblical truth, personal character, and purposeful growth.
Faculty Leadership
School leadership for ALA Willis.
Abundant Life Academy is being shaped with pastoral vision, school leadership, faithful administration, family partnership, and a commitment to Christ-centered excellence.
Pastor Dave Stovall
Executive Pastor
Faculty Leadership
Best described as a man of vision with a passion to win souls, Pastor Dave Stovall accepted the role of Senior Pastor at Abundant Life Church in May 2000.
He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Church Administration from Twin Cities University while serving as Youth Pastor at Greater Bethel Tabernacle in Houston, Texas. During his 15 years at Greater Bethel Tabernacle, Pastor Stovall also served as Principal of Bethel Christian Academy, worked with the youth of the Texas District UPC at both district and local levels, and served on the Texas District Sunday School Committee.
Pastor Stovall is well-loved for his compassionate heart, welcoming spirit, and contagious energy for the future. Along with his wife, Pam, and son, Logan, he brings a deep commitment to the mission and ministry life surrounding Abundant Life Academy.

Logan Stovall
Principal
School Leadership
Logan Stovall serves as Principal of Abundant Life Academy, helping shape a school culture where faith, academic excellence, character, and family partnership work together.
A Willis native and graduate of Montgomery Christian Academy, Logan brings deep local roots and a personal understanding of Christian education in Montgomery County. He earned his Master's degree from Liberty University, strengthening his commitment to thoughtful leadership, clear communication, and service.
As Principal, Logan is focused on building an environment marked by biblical truth, high expectations, compassion, and practical support for students and families. His heart is to help students grow in wisdom, confidence, discipline, and purpose as ALA serves the Willis community.

Kim Stanley Bear
School Administrator
School Administration
Kim Stanley Bear serves as School Administrator for Abundant Life Academy, bringing a warm heart, steady organization, and a genuine love for people to the daily life of the school.
A graduate of Lamar University with Beaumont roots, Kim is deeply devoted to Christ and to her family. She and her husband, Scott Bear, have built a life centered around faith, family, and serving others, and Kim carries that same spirit into her work with ALA families.
As a wife, mother, and grandmother, Kim understands the value of creating a school environment where families feel welcomed, supported, and known. Her heart is to serve with kindness, excellence, and faithfulness as ALA partners with families to raise students in truth, wisdom, and purpose.

Carrie Blair
Faculty
Carrie was born and raised in Gardner, Louisiana, and moved to Conroe, Texas, in 1995 when her late husband of 31 years began working at Tejas Cafe. Together, they built a beautiful family. She is the proud mother of three adult sons, mother-in-law to two wonderful daughters-in-law, and a blessed grandmother to three grandchildren and three bonus grandchildren.
With more than ten years of experience in Christian education, Carrie is excited to serve alongside the Abundant Life Academy team. Her greatest passion is studying the Word of God and sharing its truth with others. She desires to help students grow academically and spiritually while creating a classroom environment where they feel loved, encouraged, and supported.
Outside the classroom, Carrie finds joy in spending time outdoors, whether she is listening to the birds, gardening, or taking a peaceful walk. Above all, she treasures time with her family and friends and enjoys creating meaningful memories with those she loves.

Ashton Dorow
Faculty
Ashton Dorow has been part of Abundant Life Church since she was four years old. Serving the Kingdom of God and investing in the lives of children and teenagers are among her greatest passions.
Ashton and her husband have served together on ALC’s youth committee since 2022, and she previously taught Sunday school for seven years. Through these ministry roles, she has developed a deep love for encouraging young people, helping them grow in their faith, and creating an environment where they feel known, valued, and supported.
In addition to serving on the staff of Abundant Life Academy and Abundant Life Church, Ashton is an author of Christian historical fiction and fantasy novels. She uses her love of reading and the power of storytelling to share messages of faith, hope, and truth with readers around the world.
Ashton is honored to be part of Abundant Life Academy and looks forward to helping students grow academically, creatively, and spiritually while discovering their God-given gifts and purpose.

Monica Ramirez
Faculty

Liz Stewart
Faculty
My family and I have been part of Abundant Life Church for three years, and it has truly become home to us. My husband and I are blessed with three wonderful children, and I have spent the past ten years as a stay-at-home mother. We currently live in The Woodlands, Texas.
I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Kinesiology from Mississippi College. For more than 20 years, I have served children and young people through a variety of ministry roles, including youth ministry, nursery, Sunday school, missions work, and youth committee leadership.
I am honored and excited to be part of Abundant Life Academy. I have a deep passion for helping children grow academically, spiritually, and personally while instilling God’s love and truth in their hearts. My desire is to create a caring, encouraging classroom environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their God-given potential.

Karrie Skiles
Faculty
Karrie Skiles brings a strong background in Language Arts and a heartfelt passion for helping students grow both academically and spiritually. During her time with Conroe ISD, she received the Ambassador Award in recognition of her exceptional support, encouragement, and mentorship of students.
Originally from San Diego, California, Karrie and her husband, Sean, relocated to Texas for work in 2019. Soon after, they began attending Abundant Life Church, where they found a welcoming church family and a place to serve. Karrie is excited to be part of Abundant Life Academy Willis, helping students develop a love for learning while encouraging them to strengthen their relationship with Christ.
Known for her creativity and engaging teaching style, Karrie brings energy and enthusiasm into the classroom. She strives to make learning meaningful, memorable, and enjoyable while creating an environment where every student feels valued and supported.
Outside the classroom, Karrie enjoys quilting and other creative pursuits. She is also a devoted mother and grandmother who values faith, family, and lifelong learning. An avid traveler, she has visited all 50 states, bringing a broad perspective, a spirit of adventure, and a wealth of experiences to everything she does.

Jovana Warren
Faculty
Hi! My name is Jovana Warren, and I have been blessed to be a part of Iglesia Vida Abundante / Abundant Life Church for the past eight years. Originally from Houston, my family and I moved to Willis for a new beginning, and it has truly become home. I have been married to my wonderful husband, and together we have three beautiful daughters.
My passion for teaching began long before I stepped into the classroom. I had the privilege of helping in my daughter’s private school during her pre-K and kindergarten years, where I gained valuable experience supporting young learners. I also teach Sunday school at ALC, and I love sharing God’s Word with children in fun and meaningful ways.
Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family and caring for our many animals. I am thankful for the opportunity to invest in the lives of children and look forward to helping them learn, grow, and know they are loved.

Leighnae Holston
Faculty
I am excited and grateful for the opportunity to be a part of Abundant Life Academy.
Christian education has always been close to my heart. I attended private school growing up, from kindergarten through 12th grade, and later I was blessed to homeschool my children throughout their school years.
My family and I have been a part of ALC for over 13 years, and it truly has been a place of new beginnings for us. Being able to step into this new role and serve our families in another way makes this season especially meaningful.
Investing more than 30 years in Kids Ministry, homeschooling, and working with children in school settings has given me the privilege of watching so many little ones learn, grow, and become who God created them to be!

Shaye Alley
Faculty

