Our Team
Troy Schuknecht
Head of School
B.A. Biology (General Science Teaching Credentials):
Whitworth College
M.Div. Christian Ministry:
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Andrew Elizalde
Dean of Academics
B.A. Math (Physics/Religious Studies Minors):
Depauw University
Mathematics Teaching Credential:
California State University Long Beach
M.A. Leadership:
Gordon College
Dennis Doty
Grammar School Head
B.A. Religious Studies:
Oklahoma Baptist University
M.A. Leadership:
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Ed.S. Leadership:
Gordon College
PhD Organizational Leadership:
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (in progress)
Matt Jasinski
Upper School Head
B.S. Kinesiology:
The University of Texas at Austin
M.H. Classical Education:
University of Dallas
Andrea Deale
Chief Advancement Officer
B.S. Journalism (Ad/PR):
Texas Christian University
M.A. Leadership:
Gordon College
Joshua Shirey
Chief Business Officer
B.A. Humanities:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Shelley Fredricks
Executive Assistant to the Head of School
B.A. in Communication:
Biola University
M.A. Organizational Communication:
University of North Texas
Lori Beck
Assistant Grammar School Head
B.S. Elementary Education:
Abilene Christian University
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction:
Arizona State University
Joe Fanning
Upper School Dean of Students & Bible
B.B.S. Math Education:
Hardin-Simmons University
Th.M. Cross-Cultural Ministry:
Dallas Theological Seminary
M.A. Leadership:
Gordon College
Jennifer Meadows
College Counselor
B.S. Education (Spanish and English Literature):
Kansas State University
M.A. School Counseling:
University of Texas at Tyler
Elizabeth Johnson
Upper School Assistant & Registrar
B.A. English:
Franklin and Marshall College
M.L.I.S.:
University of South Carolina
Hallie Williams
Director of Student Support
B.B.A. Interdisciplinary Business:
Tarleton State University
M.E. Educational Leadership & Policy Studies:
The University of Texas at Arlington
Shelby Young
Grammar School Student Support Coordinator
B.S. Liberal Studies (Biology, Psychology & Business Administration):
Oklahoma Christian University
Lana Fields
Director of Admissions
B.S. History (Political Science Minor):
University of North Texas
Lana Kennedy
Director of Development
B.S. Journalism:
Texas A&M University
Denise Karr
Advancement Coordinator
B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science:
Baylor University
Bill Clifton
Director of Facilities
B.S. Agriculture & Interdisciplinary Studies:
Texas Tech University
Dr. Tristan Hurley
Facilities Manager
B.S. Religion:
Liberty University
M.Div. Missions:
Southwestern Seminary
Ph.D. Missions:
Southwestern Seminary
Jordan Ingle
Facilities Coordinator
Amanda Correa
Facilities Administrative Assistant
B.S. Journalism (Advertising):
University of North Texas
Aimee Sapp
Finance Coordinator
B.B.A. Accounting:
National University
Stephanie Watson
Director of Human Resources & Risk Management
Allie Owens, RN, BSN
School Nurse
A.D. Nursing:
Collin College
B.S. Nursing:
Texas Tech University
Liz Lyngle
Grammar School Administrative Assistant
Michelle Reid
Upper School Administrative Assistant
Trish Wood
Gatehouse Attendant
Danielle Fuqua
Kindergarten
B.S. Child Development & Family Studies:
University of North Texas
Amanda Leshner
Kindergarten
B.B.A. Marketing:
Tarleton State
Jennifer Rogers
Kindergarten
B.A. Spanish & International Studies:
Baylor University
Elizabeth Kostoff
1st Grade
B.S. Education (Early Childhood):
Northeastern State University
M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction (Literacy Studies):
University of Texas at Arlington
Katie Smith
1st Grade
B.S. Early Childhood Education:
Texas Christian University
Amanda Stephens
1st Grade
B.A. History:
John Brown University
M.Ed. Teaching and Learning:
LeTourneau University
Meghan Cushman
2nd Grade
B.A. Psychology (Minor Biological Studies):
DePauw University
M.A. Education & Human Development:
The George Washington University
Suzanna Liebelt
2nd Grade
B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies:
Texas A&M University
Leigh Anne Meadows
2nd Grade
B.S. Early Childhood & Elementary Education:
University of West Alabama
Anne McCarty
3rd Grade
B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies:
Texas A&M University
Kim Mitchell
3rd Grade
B.A. Speech Communication/Elementary Education:
The University of Texas at Arlington
Karise Wright
3rd Grade
B.A. English with History Minor:
Southern Methodist University
M.A. Cultural & Imaginative Apologetics:
Houston Christian University
Lorrie Baker
4th Grade
B.B.A. Accounting:
University of Texas at San Antonio
Jeff Rozanski
4th Grade
B.A. Psychology:
University of Maryland Baltimore County
M.Ed. Educational Administration:
Texas Christian University
Benjamin Smyth
4th Grade
Bible Certificate & Diploma:
Word of Life Bible Institute
B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies of Religion & Education:
Liberty University
M.A. Christian Apologetics:
Liberty University
Stephanie Boss
5th/6th Grade Literature
B.A. Psychology:
Louisiana Tech University
M.A. Religious Education (Childhood Education):
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Sally Landrum
5th/6th Grade Math
B.A. Mathematics:
The University of Texas at Arlington
M.Bus. Aviation:
Embry Riddle
Connor Silkett
5th/6th Grade Dean of Students & History
B.B.A. Finance:
Texas A&M University
Marci Sawilowsky
5th/6th Grade Grammar & Composition
B.S. Communications and Civic Leadership & Public Policy:
Howard Payne University
M.A. Theology:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Michelle Pettke
3rd-6th Grade Science Teacher
B.S. Genetics:
Texas A&M University
Chloe Jones
Grammar School Latin
B.A. French:
The University of Texas at Austin
M.A. French:
University of North Texas
Meredith Sorne
Grammar School Latin
B.A. Humanities:
Texas Baptist College
Lisa Snyder
Grammar School Foreign Language
B.A. French:
The University of Texas at Austin
M.A. French:
The University of North Texas at Denton
Kate Friederichs
Humanities Department Chair
B.A. Religion/Philosophy:
Texas Christian University
Phil Bassett
Upper School Humanities
B.A. English:
Belhaven University
M.A. English:
University of Dallas
Sarah Boss
Upper School Humanities
B.A. English Literature (Minor in History):
Wheaton College
M.A. English Literature & Linguistics:
Karoli Gaspar University
James Boswell
Upper School Humanities
BJ Journalism (Minor in Classical Studies):
The University of Texas at Austin
Galynne Matichuk
Upper School Humanities
B.Ed French & English:
University of Alberta
Martin Phillips
Upper School Humanities
B.S. Education:
Corban University
Th.M. Systematic & Historical Theology:
Dallas Theological Seminary
Ph.D. Philosophy:
The University of Dallas (in progress)
John Rutherford
Upper School Humanities
B.A. Philosophy:
The University of Texas at Arlington
M.A. Humanities:
The University of Dallas
Kady Boden
Math Department Chair
B.S. Mathematics:
Western Oregon University
M.A. Teaching:
Multnomah University
Kristin Smith
Upper School Math
B.S. Mathematics:
The Pennsylvania State University
Caroline Tate
Upper School Math
B.S. Mathematics (Minor in Education):
Mississippi College
Sam Turner
Upper School Math & Science
B.S. Geology:
Olivet Nazarene University
B.S. Environmental Science:
Olivet Nazarene University
Dr. Matthew Ingle
Science Department Chair
B.S. Biology (Cellular & Molecular):
The Master's College
M.S. Natural Sciences:
Loma Linda University
Ph.D. Biology:
Loma Linda University
Masters of Divinity:
Reformed Evangelical Seminary (in progress)
Dr. Jessica Coblentz
Upper School Science
B.S. Biology:
The Pennsylvania State University
Ph.D. Molecular, Cell, and Development Biology:
The University of Pittsburgh
Bill Meadows
Upper School Science
B.S. Biology:
Mississippi College
M.A. Counseling:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
M.A. Religious Education:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
M.A. Interdisciplinary Science:
The University of Texas at Arlington
Marcus Foster
Foreign Languages Department Chair
B.A. Classics:
Baylor University
M.Hum. Classics/Theology:
The University of Dallas
Dr. Jason Merritt
Upper School Greek, Senior Thesis, Mock Trial & Alumni Relations
B.A. Bible/Theology:
Global University of the Assemblies of God
M.T.S. New Testament:
Brite Divinity School/Texas Christian University
Ph.D. New Testament:
Brite Divinity School/Texas Christian University
Joshua Porteous
Upper School Latin
B.A. English Literature:
Kansas State University
Master of Theology:
Dallas Theological Seminary
Tyson Watson
Upper School Latin
BESS Health & Fitness Management:
Texas State University
ThM Historical Theology:
Dallas Theological Seminary
Jeremy Sturdivant
Theology/Philosophy Department Chair
B.B.A. Business Management Information Systems:
Angelo State University
M.Div.:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Th.M Philosophy and Theological Studies:
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Cody Bertram
Upper School Rhetoric & Senior Thesis
B.A. English:
Texas Tech University
Emily Bailey
Director of Performing Arts
B.Mus. Voice:
Moody Bible Institute
M.Mus. Opera:
University of North Texas
Lina Cole
Grammar School Music
B. Mus. Voice Performance:
Texas Baptist College
Master of Music in Worship Leadership:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Ashley Hawkins
Theatre Director & IT/AV Coordinator
B. A. Theatre:
Regent University
B. S. Business (Minor in Accounting):
Regent University
Christen Humphreys
Upper School Art
B.F.A. Design:
The University of Texas at Austin
Megan Skeels
Grammar School Art
B.A. English (Minor in Art):
University of Arkansas
M.A. Communication:
University of Arkansas
Jeremy Martin
Director of Athletics
B.S. History:
The University of Texas at Austin
M.A. Athletic Administration:
Grace College
Dr. Lori Birbari
Athletics Coordinator
B.S. Biochemistry:
Baylor University
M.D.:
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Jonathan Barker
Grammar School P.E. & Varsity Basketball
B.A.A.S.:
University of Texas at Tyler
Traci Gray
Grammar School P.E.
B.A. Communications:
Oklahoma Baptist University