We are thankful for our dedicated staff members here at Boys Home. In their many different roles, staff members work with our young men day in and day out to ensure their success.
Chris Doyle
Executive Director
Chris Doyle joined Boys Home as executive director in December 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Washington and Lee University in Lexington, Virginia, and earned a master’s degree in education and an MBA from the University of Georgia. He has been a teacher, coach and school administrator and was most recently a marketing director.
Mr. Doyle has historically had a passion for education, non-profit leadership, strategic planning, marketing, and community service. He has served on several boards of organizations that provide opportunities for youth. He and his wife, Katherine, have four adult children.
Teresa B. Johnson
Director of Education
A lifetime resident of Clifton Forge, Ms. Teresa Johnson has been an educator for more than thirty-five years. Ms. Johnson earned her bachelor’s degree from Hampton University, her MS from Radford University, and she is currently a doctoral candidate at Virginia Tech. She began her teaching career with the Alleghany County Public School system. In her time there, she taught elementary school, middle school, and worked as an administrator. In 2016, Ms. Johnson retired from the Alleghany County Public Schools and joined the Boys Home staff as a remediation teacher. Soon, she was promoted to director of education, where she manages all aspects of the Boys Home School.
Brian Jefferson, Sr.
Director of Program
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Brian Jefferson Sr. serves as the Director of Program at Boys Home of Virginia, bringing more than 35 years of dedicated service and heart to the organization. Since joining Boys Home in October 1990, Mr. Jefferson has remained deeply committed to supporting, mentoring, and guiding the young men who call Boys Home their own.
Throughout his time on campus, he has served in many roles, including Residential Life Mentor (Houseparent), Work Program Supervisor, Team Leader in Program, teacher, campus security, and Campus Life Manager. These experiences have allowed him to build strong relationships with students and staff alike, while developing a well-rounded understanding of the Boys Home community.
Mr. Jefferson holds a degree in Education and has a natural ability to connect with youth, offering both structure and encouragement as they grow. His steady presence, genuine care for others, and lifelong commitment to Boys Home reflect not just a career but a calling.
Mark Nelson
Director of Facilities
Mark Nelson joined Boys Home in November 2023 as the facilities director. After 21 years of service as a corpsman, he retired from the Naval Reserves. Following his military career, he served as the director of Bath County Parks and Recreation and the Department of Corrections. His strong leadership approach and experience with facilities management and preventative maintenance will serve him well in his role at Boys Home.
When Mark decided to start working at Boys Home, he viewed it as more than just a job. It was a calling to try to make a better life for the young men we serve. He stated, “If I help at least one of these young men find his way to a better life and accomplish his dreams, I will have lived a pretty good life.”
Ronnie Angle is currently serving as Interim Director of Facilities and can be reached at rangle@boyshomeofva.org.
Dr. J.R. Farrington
Director of Development
Donnie Costigan
Director of Athletics and Recreation
Donnie Costigan joins Boys Home as the director of athletics and recreation. Donnie is a Boys Home alumnus. After graduating from Alleghany High School in 1995, he attended Bluefield University where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree. While playing basketball at Boys Home, he earned the record of 2nd all-time leading scorer with 1,687 points. Donnie was able to continue his basketball career through college, playing at the Division II level. Donnie returned in 2003 and has held the positions of houseparent, intake and evaluation manager, campus life coordinator and team leader. Some initial goals in his new role are to expand the variety of sports offered, move Boys Home into an independent sports league and offer junior varsity programs. There will also be a focus on providing an opportunity for every student interested in sports to be able to play in some fashion. Donnie has a son, Hampton.
Katherine Doyle
Chaplain
The Rev. Katherine Doyle serves as Chaplain at Boys Home of Virginia, bringing more than a decade of ordained ministry experience in The Episcopal Church. Since her ordination in 2012, she has held a variety of leadership roles in parish and diocesan settings, with a strong focus on youth formation, pastoral care, and community engagement. In addition to her role at Boys Home, she currently serves as Rector of Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Covington, VA, and St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Hot Springs, Virginia.
Rev. Doyle is known for her collaborative leadership style, thoughtful spiritual guidance, and commitment to nurturing personal and community growth. She holds advanced degrees in theology and psychology and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Congregational Development.
Alisa Hayslett
Business Manager
Alisa is a lifetime resident of Covington, Virginia. She earned an associate degree in business management from Dabney S. Lancaster Community College (now Mountain Gateway Community College). Alisa joined Boys Home in June 1994 in the role of business office assistant. She was quickly promoted to business manager in January of 1995. Throughout the years, Alisa has enjoyed witnessing the impact the Boys Home program has made on young men. Alisa is married to Brian Hayslett and together they share a son, Drew.
Rebecca “Becky” Skidmore
Human Resources and Office Manager
Becky Skidmore is the human resource/office manager at Boys Home. She initially planned to be a police officer and studied administration of justice at Dabney S. Lancaster Community College (now Mountain Gateway Community College). After graduation, she instead found employment at Ingalls Field Airport in nearby Bath County and worked there as the manager for 18 years. Becky, an Alleghany County native, joined the Boys Home staff in 2016. She is married to Joey and is the mother of two active children, Emma and Ben.
Jordonne Bostic
Director of Student Recruitment
With over a decade of experience working with youth in diverse and high-impact environments, including residential treatment centers, quasi-military programs, and rehabilitation settings, Jordonne is dedicated to supporting youth development and successful community reintegration through structure, mentorship, and accountability. Her professional and academic background spans local and federal law enforcement, case management, legal studies, pre-law, juvenile justice, and community relations. Committed to building safer and stronger communities, Jordonne focuses on early intervention, guidance, and strong collaboration between agencies to create positive outcomes for our next generation.
Brittany Tate
Director of Admissions and Evaluation
Brittany Tate serves as the Admissions and Evaluation Director at Boys Home of Virginia, where she brings over a decade of hands-on experience working directly with youth in both specialized educational and residential settings. She began her career at Boys Home as a Houseparent (Resident Life Mentor), providing daily guidance and support to students, and later transitioned into the role of Admissions Coordinator. Through these roles, she developed a deep understanding of the organization’s mission and the needs of the young men it serves.
In her current role, Brittany oversees the admissions and evaluation process, working closely with families, schools, and referral sources to ensure each student is thoughtfully placed and supported. Her background in direct care allows her to approach admissions with insight, compassion, and a strong commitment to helping each student find a path toward success.
Laura Costigan
Donor Relations Manager
Asianna Holloway
Development Operations Manager
Asianna Holloway began her journey at Boys Home in late 2021, joining the Development department as a grant writer. After dipping her toe into the world of fundraising at Washington and Lee University, she felt called to bring those skills back home to assist students. Asianna holds a degree from James Madison University in English and Writing, Rhetoric, and Technical Communication, along with certifications and additional training in Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) and Nonprofit Management.
Asianna utilizes her background in communications, education, and childcare to effectively communicate and assist donors while also aiming to positively impact the experiences of enrolled students. She currently manages Boys Home’s communications, assists with trainings as needed, and teaches one section of Social, Emotional, Ethical (SEE Learning).