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What church do you attend?
FBC Allen
What are your hobbies?
Reading and traveling
What is your educational background?
BA in English and Psych at Texas A&M, MSW at UT Arlington, and English Grad Certificate at Texas A&M Commerce
What is your experience?
Working in education and/ or counseling since 1999 and at CCA since 2008
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
I was a parent at CCA and began as a long term sub for English and history in 4th grade. I loved it, but at the time 4th grade was a self contained class, and I didn’t feel comfortable teaching math, and I was not a fan of the curriculum they were using. I prayed for an opportunity to open up because I had loved the experience so much, and at the end of the year the administration decided to reorganize upper elementary to more subject specific teachers and changed curriculum. I was asked to take on 4th and 5th grade English and history, and I had an amazing team of math and science coteachers that were opposite me. It was definitely a call from God that was out of my comfort zone, but I am so thankful I trusted him and found a passion for teaching and connecting with students and helping them grow academically and spiritually. Nine years later when a similar “out of my comfort zone” opportunity to move to high school happened, I was able to trust God and take on this new endeavor. He again was faithful in equipping me for the challenge he set before me, and working with high schoolers at CCA has been such an amazing blessing in my life.
What church do you attend?
Hope Fellowship
What are your hobbies?
Golf, Walking
What is your educational background?
Bachelors in Family Studies, Masters in Education
What is your experience?
Working in education since 2012, taught 4th grade, ran business operations and finance
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
God called me to serve here as our family was looking for a Christian education for our children. It worked out that the school was hiring for a Business Manager at that time. God’s provision and timing were perfect for all of us to be at CCA.
What church do you attend?
Stonebriar Community Church
What are your hobbies?
I enjoy baking for fun, running my baking business, and also cooking for my family. We love serving in our church and work with the young adults ministry at Stonebriar. My husband and I find joy in working in our garden and teaching our kids sustainable life skills for today as well as from years past like making our own bread, candles, and household products. When opportunities arise, I love teaching dance and creating choreography.
What is your educational background?
I have a Bachelor of Science in Nurse from the University of Texas Medical Branch
What is your experience?
I have been a nurse for nearly 20 years. During my nursing career, I have worked in hospital inpatient areas, community nursing, school nursing, and rural health.
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
The University and Discipleship Model that CCA uses for students is a wonderful blessing for our family. It is a treasure to be able to be at the same school as my children and be the hands and feet of Jesus to our staff and students in the school nurse role.
What church do you attend?
St. Peters McKinney
What are your hobbies?
Music, reading, puzzles, cooking, languages
What is your educational background?
Centre College of Kentucky (BA-English, BA Religious Studies), Athens State University (BS Ed.), University of Alabama School of Special Education (Masters work in Gifted & Talented Education)
What is your experience?
After working within the Royal School of Church Music beginning in 1982, I turned to public education in Special Education – Gifted & Talented in 1992. Due to major cutbacks in my state’s education system, I moved to Texas in 2001 to do general classroom teaching. I came to CCA in 2008 to teach Secondary Maths, and then became Registrar for the school in 2021
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
I received a calling in Educational Ministry in 1981, which I thought meant becoming a school Chaplain. It took a turn a few years later when I became a consultant for a GT Magnet school, which led me into teaching those who think differently. To me, whatever form of education I do will be Christian because I am Christian; most public schools are not as oppressive as people think. However, public schools are poor, and I reached a point where there were more teachers than jobs in public education, and just when I needed a new job CCA needed someone who could teach Jr. High & High School Mathematics. This led to teaching other things as well, and ultimately the position of Registrar here.
What church do you attend?
First McKinney
What are your hobbies?
Family time, golf
What is your educational background?
Texas State University-Bachelor’s Degree in English, Master’s Degree in Educational Administration
What is your experience?
2011, teacher, instructional coach, administrator
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
Despite spending all of my time in public education, the Lord called me and my family to CCA by putting it on our hearts for me to work in a different environment and for our kids to experience school differently as well. We are humbled and grateful for the clear call He placed for us to join CCA.
What church do you attend?
CityBridge
What are your hobbies?
Designing, swimming in the pool, playing family games
What is your educational background?
Graduated from Cal State University Fullerton: Bachelor’s in Child and Adolescent Development, K-8 Multiple Subject Credential with an emphasis in Technology
What is your experience?
Began teaching in 2008 – have taught all subjects preschool through High School, several years of experience in technology within a classroom setting and as a Director of IT
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
I know my ultimate purpose is to glorify and honor God. I prayed for more time with my children, and the university model was the answer I didn’t even know existed. I’m grateful to be helping disciple the next generation and to support the teachers and administrators the best I can in my role in technology.
What church do you attend?
CityBridge
What are your hobbies?
Hanging with my family in our pool, watching movies, playing board games
What is your educational background?
B.S. Kinesiology from California State University, Fullerton. M.A. in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University, Irvine
What is your experience?
I began teaching and coaching in 2010 at Saddleback Valley Christian School in San Juan Capistrano, Ca. My first year as an Athletic Director was 2015 at the same school. I was briefly the Junior High Athletic Director at Faith Christian Academy in Arvada Co from 2020-2021 before we moved to Texas.
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
I transferred from a public high school to a private school my Junior year. I loved how my teachers and administrators genuinely cared for me. From that moment on, I knew the Lord was eventually going to be calling me back to Christian education. I began teaching at the school I graduated from and have never looked back! I plan on working in Christian education as long as the Lord wills it. I am blessed to be able to have my wife and children also at CCA.
What church do you attend?
We home church and gather in homes with local believers and online with believers all over the world
What are your hobbies?
studying the scriptures with friends, going on walks/hikes, having family game night
What is your educational background?
Stephen F. Austin, Masters in Speech-Language Pathology
What is your experience?
joined the CCA staff in 2021
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
I am thankful for how the Lord introduced me to the university-model school concept through a mom’s group at church when my boys were younger. When He led us to CCA in 2013, I knew this was God’s plan for them. It has been a blessing to partner with their amazing teachers in their Biblical education. In 2021, I joined the office staff and it further confirmed how being a part of the CCA family was God’s plan for each of us. I am thankful to serve the Lord at CCA.
What church do you attend?
First McKinney
What are your hobbies?
Any time spent with my 2 kids. Cooper 22 and Eve 20. Both CCA alumni. In college at DBU so time with them is priceless. Love movie night, chips and salsa on a patio with friends, and every Saturday “Fruth Friends” dinner and game night at my house for my kids and all their friends.
What is your educational background?
Martin High School in Arlington. Lubbock Christian University. Cosmetology school.
What is your experience?
Started my first business in 1993. Love teaching health and wellness. Love sales.
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
My kids started CCA in 2015. I stepped in too many volunteer positions from booster to designing team shirts and selling concessions at games. 2021 I took over managing the school cafe. LOVE working with the kids as my staff. Love seeing kids all day at my cafe window.
What church do you attend?
King’s Trail Cowboy Church
What are your hobbies?
Gardening, Baking, Crafting
What is your educational background?
University of Central Oklahoma – Early Childhood Education Bachelors
Western Governors University – Learning and Technology Masters and Curriculum and Instruction Masters
What is your experience?
I began teaching in 1995. I’ve taught in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades. I started teaching at CCA in 2016.
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
From an early age, I felt a strong calling to teach, starting with teaching dance at the age of 15. This passion for education has been a consistent thread throughout my life, and God has continually guided me in this direction. My journey took me to Africa, where I had the privilege of teaching local students and sharing the gospel in the classroom. This experience deepened my commitment to Christian education and solidified my belief in its transformative power.
At CCA, this calling shapes every aspect of how I serve. I strive to create an environment where students not only excel academically but also grow spiritually. By integrating faith into my teaching, I aim to inspire students to develop a personal relationship with God, equipping them to make a positive impact in the world. My goal is to nurture their minds and hearts, fostering a love for learning and a strong foundation in Christ.
What church do you attend?
First McKinney
What are your hobbies?
Photography, flower gardening, spending time with family
What is your educational background?
Ozark Christian College
What is your experience?
I began my Administrative Assistant journey in the Development Department at Ozark Christian College and served there for 7 years.
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
CCA was in its early years when God led my family here in 2008. The school was in need of someone to develop daily procedural policies and to oversee general office tasks. My responsibilities have changed as the school has grown, and I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve students, parents, and faculty/staff/Admin. here at CCA!
What church do you attend?
First Baptist Prosper
What are your hobbies?
Spending time with my family, serving at our church, anything outside, working out and playing with my kids!
What is your educational background?
Bachelor’s in Gerentology
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
The Lord blessed me with a heart to service and love others well. He also gave me plenty of energy to get the job done and have fun while doing it.
What church do you attend?
Calvary Baptist Church Bonham
What are your hobbies?
Cooking, gardening, spending time with friends and family, volunteering at my church, planning fun events, playing the piano
What is your educational background?
Tennessee Temple University – BS Christian Woman’s Ministry and Minor in Music
What is your experience?
I’ve worked in private schools (administrative role) for the last 15 years
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
I knew in college that the Lord had a plan for me to serve Him in whatever capacity He saw fit. I’ve worked in both churches and in secular jobs. My heart has always been to serve. When I had children both my husband and I knew that the Lord wanted me to serve where they were and opened up doors for that to happen. When I learned about CCA I spent two years talking to God about this opportunity. In those two years, the Lord gave compelte peace to my entire family and myself that this was my next step. CCA is where the Lord has me! Over the past 10 years, I have had the opportunity to serve Him while serving our families. Whether that is through admissions or through Community Life. I am grateful to have the opportunity to be a small part of the big picture here at CCA.
What church do you attend?
Sherman Bible
What are your hobbies?
Running, BBQ (brisket, ribs, etc.), watching my favorite team the Texas Longhorns.
What is your educational background?
Bachelor’s from UT Tyler and Master’s from Sul Ross State University
What is your experience?
1995 began teaching and coaching at Whitehouse High School. I also taught and coached at Denton Ryan, Pilot Point, Collinsville, Aubrey (Athletic Director/Head Football Coach), Princeton, and Howe. I spent 3 years as the Assistant Middle School Principal and coaching at Howe. In 2020, I became the Principal at Howe Intermediate and did that until I retired from Public Education this year.
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
My parents worked in public education for over 30 years and when they retired they began to work at a Trinity Christian in Paris, TX. I listened to them talk about how you can be open at school with professing your faith in Christ and sharing it with others. The last few years listening to them and praying about it I believe God has led me to working in a Christian education setting. While coaching I have led groups through FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) I look to use my experience to be an example to our students through professing my faith, sharing my testimony, listening to others, praying with our students and staff, and being a servant leader in our school.
What church do you attend?
Lavon Drive Baptist
What are your hobbies?
Fishing, hiking, tennis, visiting new places
What is your educational background?
Dordt College – B.A. Elementary Education; Marian University – MA in Educational Leadership
What is your experience?
I began teaching 6th grade in 1990 in Iowa. Over the next 30 years, I moved around the Midwest from Wisconsin to Minnesota and back to Wisconsin, teaching, serving as a coach and athletic director, principal, superintendent, and head of school throughout my time. My move to Texas was prompted by a desire to follow a nudge from God to try a new adventure in a new place.
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
God called me to Christian education as a teenager. I was encouraged by my high school teachers and especially my jr. high mentor to follow this path. As I began my career, I had aspirations to get into administration. My then superintendent affirmed that call, and I enrolled in a professional development institute through Christian Schools International. From there I pursued my master’s degree. I have followed leadership and recently completed the Van Lunen Fellowship. Servant leadership has become a passion of mine. I want to take those principles and empower my teams at CCA to put their faith into practice in whatever area they serve. I love working with my teams at CCA!
What church do you attend?
First United Methodist Church Richardson, TX
What are your hobbies?
Cooking, shopping (especially vintage stores), reading and decorating
What is your educational background?
Bachelor of Science from Baylor University with emphasis in speech pathology and learning disabilities
What is your experience?
33 years as a speech pathologist and learning disabilities teacher in public school. 8 years as a dyslexia therapist at CCA
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
I have felt the Lord calling me to be a teacher as a Junior High student teaching Vacation Bible School. I always felt that teaching learning disabled and special needs students it was my mission to be their advocate and to share God’s love with them the best I could in public school. After I retired from public school I still wanted to be involved with children and I learned about CCA having a dyslexia therapist job opening.
What church do you attend?
Hope Fellowship
What are your hobbies?
Gardening, Cooking/Baking, spending time with my family, traveling is always fun, I love animals, especially my dogs, watching home renovation shows and decorating
What is your educational background?
North Texas State University, BS in Rehabilitation
What is your experience?
This is my 12th year at CCA, prior to working here I taught preschool, worked at a mortgage company as a loan processor and I also worked at a non-profit agency assisting people with disabilities to find employment
How did God call you to Christian education and how does that impact how you serve at CCA?
As a family we felt led to bring our kids to CCA. The public school system was going in a direction that we felt like we did not want to be part of. A few months after registration, I was about to be laid off from my job. There was a job opportunity at CCA right before school started and I applied and God worked the rest out. It has been such a blessing to be able to work at my boys school.
