April Brown chose to become a teacher at Valiant Cross Academy because she believed in the core values established by the Brock brothers. Valiant Cross Academy gave her the space to blend ministry with education. When she graduated from Liberty University with a degree in Biblical Studies, she knew her purpose would be within the community, and giving back passionately would feel rewarding through her teaching career.
April believes the high school is a critical time, and many young men search for direction, validation, and hope as they navigate the most crucial years of their lives. “I accepted this role because I wanted to be a bridge between their current reality and God’s eternal truth. Teaching at an all-boys high school allowed me to adopt at least 100 more sons!”
Every child has the right to know that they matter. April believes that God sees them, and each of her students has the potential to be the best they can be. “Being a teacher means loving your students and changing lives. But it also means being a good steward of the potential that walks into your classroom daily.” As a teacher, it’s necessary to recognize what students can become before they see it themselves. April pours into the next generation of leaders, husbands, fathers, and men of God.
Many believe that teaching is not just a job. Also, a ministry, no matter what subject you teach. Teaching day-to-day is emotionally and spiritually demanding but eternally rewarding. April establishes teaching goals throughout the year to help students become successful. To help establish a generation of responsible young men who love God and live with integrity. To equip students with biblical literacy. To mentor young men to become servant-leaders.
After teaching, she foresees herself working with families through biblical counseling. And of course, enjoying her grandchildren, Bryson and Gia.
April Brown, a Tuscaloosa native, has been married to Eddie Brown for almost 25 years. They have two sons and two grandchildren, Bryson and Gia.
