Faculty & Staff

Jacoba Alderink

7th and 8th Grade Math Teacher
Math Department Chair

BA, Calvin College

At CCA Since: 2016

Rachel Armstrong

Social & Emotional Counselor

BA, Baylor University; MA Dallas Theological Seminary

At CCA Since: 2024

Catherine Arnold

Librarian

BA, The College of St. Thomas More; MS, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2011

Jamie Baker

High School Math Teacher

BS, Hardin Simmons University

At CCA Since: 2022

Myrandi Ballesteros

Early Childhood and Elementary School Principal

BA, M.Ed, Dallas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2005

Christine Barry

Director of Development

BBA, Texas Tech University

At CCA Since: 2022

Cindi Bearden

Food Services Coordinator

AA, Tarrant County College

At CCA Since: 2024

Jon Blume

High School History, Government, & Economics Teacher

BA, The College of Wooster; MBA, Michigan State University; JD, Michigan State University

At CCA Since: 2021

Michael Boughton

PE Teacher

BS, Northwood University

At CCA Since: 2014

Tonia Britton

Middle School CASP Teacher

BS, Baylor University

At CCA Since: 2016

Julie Bullington

Elementary School Executive Assistant

BS, Wake Forest University; MBA, Rollins College

At CCA Since: 2018

Alicia Castello, D.C.

AP Biology Teacher

BS, Stephen F. Austin University; D.C., Parker College of Chiropractic

At CCA Since: 2024

Rachel Chapman

Kindergarten Teacher

BA, Howard Payne University; MS, Texas Women's University

At CCA Since: 2023

Matt Chavez

Facilities Technician

At CCA Since: 2023

Amber Coley

PE Teacher

BA, University of Texas at Arlington

At CCA Since: 2021

Melissa Conklin

2nd Grade Teacher
ERB Coordinator

BA, Stephen F. Austin University

At CCA Since: 2019

Taylor Conlon

Middle School Theater Teacher

BFA, Oral Roberts University

At CCA Since: 2024

Carina Covington

High School Art Teacher

BFA, Abilene Christian University

At CCA Since: 2006

Kyla Cox

Admissions & Data Coordinator

BBA, Texas A&M University

At CCA Since: 2016

Mary Lou Crist

Elementary Music Teacher

BA, West Texas A&M University

At CCA Since: 2024

Sam Cruz

High School Spanish

BA, Universidad Valle Continental

At CCA Since: 2022

Zahamira Cruz

High School Spanish Teacher

BA, Universidad Valle Continental; M.Ed., Framingham State University

At CCA Since: 2021

Leanna Cullum

PreK-4 Teacher

BS, Valdosta State University; MS University of Phoenix

At CCA Since: 2019

Dawn Dale

High School CASP Teacher

BS, Texas State University

At CCA Since: 2005

Frank Dang

High School Bible & Math Teacher

BS, Tulane University; MDiv, Southwestern Baptist Theological; Ph.M, Dallas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2018

Lauren Edens

High School Executive Assistant

BS, Baylor University

At CCA Since: 2022

Chuck Evans

Head of School

BA, Washington Bible College; MA, Hollins University

At CCA Since: 2024

Cindy Franklin

Middle & High School Choir Director

BME, Texas Christian University; ME, University of Houston-Victoria

At CCA Since: 2023

Kim Garcia

Executive Assistant to the Headmaster and COO

At CCA Since: 2013

Sara Grantham

School Nurse

BS, Hardin-Simmons University; MA, Liberty University

At CCA Since: 2022

Laura Guelker

CASP Director and DRA Coordinator

BS, Texas Christian University

At CCA Since: 2019

Joy Hale

Director of Community Care & Alumni Relations

BBA, University of North Texas; MA Dallas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2008

Shelley Hannegan

College Guidance Counselor and Accreditation Coordinator

BA, Baylor University; MS, Texas A&M University Commerce

At CCA Since: 2021

Keith Harris

High School History Teacher

BA, Oklahoma State University; MA, Purdue University; Ph.D. Purdue University

At CCA Since: 2024

Robin Herron

Early Childhood Executive Administrative Assistant

At CCA Since: 2023

Jenny Holmes

4th Grade Teacher

BS, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2021

Alexis Hudgens

Kindergarten Teacher

BS, M.Ed., Dallas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2024

Laura Hurlburt

11th & 12th Grade Bible, Bible Department Chair

BA, Baylor University; MS, Dallas Theological Seminary

At CCA Since: 2012

Altie Jones

PE Teacher

BS, Dallas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2021

Natalie Kidwell

Receptionist

BS, Texas A&M University

At CCA Since: 2023

Julie Krull

Chief Financial Officer

BBA, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2022

Margo Labib

High School French Teacher

BA, University of Alexandria Egypt; M.Ed., University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2021

Misty Lackey

Middle School Art Teacher

BS, Abilene Christian University

At CCA Since: 2018

Candace Lambert

5th Grade Math and Bible Teacher

BS, Western Michigan University; M.Ed., Dallas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2017

Susan Lamphere

Pre-K 3 Teacher

BS, Stephen F. Austin University

At CCA Since: 2023

Wendy Larriba

Chemistry Teacher &
AP Chemistry Teaching Assistant

BS, University of North Texas; ME, Lamar University

At CCA Since: 2024

Paul Laywell

AP Chemistry Teacher
Science Department Chair

BS, MS, Texas A&M University

At CCA Since: 2006

Tricia Lewis

Student Life Director

BS, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2016

Jon Little

7th & 8th Grade Math

BS, Dallas Christian College

At CCA Since: 2024

Claire Long

4th Grade Teacher

BS, Baylor University

At CCA Since: 2019

Isaac Magana

5th Grade English & History Teacher

BA, The Master's University

At CCA Since: 2022

Kara Maldonado

Middle School Executive
Administrative Assistant

BS, University of Texas at Arlington

At CCA Since: 2023

Trey Martinez

Facilities Director

BA, Thomas Edison State University

At CCA Since: 2021

Sheila McDoniel

Chief Operating Officer

BBA, Abilene Christian University

At CCA Since: 2014

Lauren McEndree

3rd Grade Teacher

BS, Abilene Christian University

At CCA Since: 2022

Shawn McGinnis

Middle & High School
Techonology Teacher

BA, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2017

Rob McIlhaney

7th & 8th Grade Bible Teacher

BS, MS, Midwestern State University

At CCA Since: 2018

Ronnie McMullen

Safety Director

Leticia Melendez

High School Math Teacher

BS, California State University
MS, University of North Texas
Ph.D., University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2024

Teddi Miller

High School Science Teacher

BS, Tarleton State University

At CCA Since: 2017

Grady Moyer

6th Grade Math and Bible Teacher

BA, Texas Baptist College

At CCA Since: 2022

Caroline Nickerson

Fine Arts Executive Administrative Assistant

BS, University of Waikato

At CCA Since: 2024

Michelle Niemeyer

Kindergarten Teacher

BS, Stephen F. Austin State University

At CCA Since: 2015

Travis Niemeyer

Middle School Principal

BBA, Univeristy of North Texas; MS, University of Texas Arlington

At CCA Since: 2022

Corrie Ott

Garden Center Coordinator

BS, Texas Women's University

At CCA Since: 2020

Denise Perona

Pre-K 3 Teacher

BS, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2015

Karen Phillips

3rd Grade Teacher

BS, University of Texas at Permian Basin

At CCA Since: 2018

Amy Pryor

High School Principal

BA, M.Ed., University of Texas Arlington

At CCA Since: 2017

Rachel Reed

Early Childhood Music Teacher

BS, East Texas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2024

Mark Reeves

Head Cross Country Coach

BBA Business, Sam Houston State University

At CCA Since: 2014

Mandy Renfrow

7th & 8th Grade English and
High School Yearbook Teacher

BA, Baylor University

At CCA Since: 2013

Landon Rhodes

Marketing Director

BA, Oklahoma State University

At CCA Since: 2023

Cindy Richardson

Accounts Manager

AA, Tarrant County College

At CCA Since: 2006

Becca Risley

High School Math Teacher

BA, Texas Tech University; MA, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2016

Jordan Rodriguez

PreK - 4 Teacher

BS, Abilene Christian University

At CCA Since: 2022

Samantha Rohde

6th Grade English and History Teacher

BA, Dallas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2014

Aaron Russo

Athletic Director and Head Girls Basketball Coach

BS & M.Ed., Dallas Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2024

Rachel Samek

PreK - 4 Teacher

BS, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2022

Kathryn Sandoval

5th and 6th Grade Latin Teacher
Foreign Language Department Chair

BA, Texas A&M University

At CCA Since: 2014

Devin Schneider

5th & 6th Grade Science Teacher

BS, Texas A&M University; ME, Texas A&M University

At CCA Since: 2023

Melissa Sevener

1st Grade Teacher

BA, M.Ed., University of Texas at Arlington

At CCA Since: 2017

Shelley Smith

Early Childhood and Elementary
Art Teacher

BFA, University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2014

Steven Smith

High School Math Teacher

BS, Mississippi State University; MA, Biola University

At CCA Since: 2023

Julie Snyder

Strings Teacher

BS, Abilene Christian University

At CCA Since: 2024

Amanda States

Middle & High School PE Teacher
Head Golf Coach

At CCA Since: 2024

Sally Steubing

PreK-3 Teacher

BS, Texas State University

At CCA Since: 2018

Cindy Taylor

Middle School CASP Teacher

BBA, University of Texas at Arlington

At CCA Since: 1998

Brian Thomas

High School English Teacher

BA, Dallas Baptist University; MA, Humanities, University of Dallas

At CCA Since: 2015

Joe Todd

7th & 8th Grade Science Teacher

BS, Colorado State University; MA, University of Texas at Dallas

At CCA Since: 2024

Amy Turner

2nd Grade Teacher

BS, Appalachian State University

At CCA Since: 2007

Becca Turner

7th and 8th Grade History Teacher
History Department Chair

BA, History, Louisiana State University

At CCA Since: 2011

Steve Turner

Director of Admissions
Head Boys Basketball Coach

BS, M.Ed, Louisiana State University

At CCA Since: 2002

Dawn Underhill

5th & 6th Grade Latin Teacher

BS, Oklahoma Baptist University

At CCA Since: 2024

Dana Walker

Middle and High School Drama Teacher

BA, Northwood University; M.Ed., SW Oklahoma State University

At CCA Since: 2021

Kelly Webber

Elementary School Operational Aide and Purchasing Coordinator

BS, Oklahoma State University

At CCA Since: 2019

Vernon Wells

Head Football Coach

At CCA Since: 2012

Charlene Wells

Athletic Executive Administrative Assistant

BS, University of Florida

At CCA Since: 2023

Laura Wells

Physics & Math Teacher

BS, University of Houston; MS, Texas A&M University

At CCA Since: 2024

Carol White

2nd Grade Teacher

BS, LSU; M.Ed., University of North Texas

At CCA Since: 2015

Michele Whitten

1st Grade Teacher

BFA, Baylor University

At CCA Since: 2015

Victoria Wimmer

High School History/English Teacher; English Department Chair

BA, Dallas Baptist University; M.Ed. Texas A&M University Commerce

At CCA Since: 2022

Aaron Wise

IT Director

BS, Strayer University

At CCA Since: 2022