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
Upper School Head
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)
Andrea Deale
Chief Advancement Officer
B.S. Journalism (Ad/PR):
Texas Christian University
M.A. Leadership:
Gordon College
Amy Tollefson
Chief Business Officer
B.S. Business Administration (Finance):
University of Colorado
MBA:
Eastern University (in progress)
Shelley Fredricks
Executive Assistant to the Head of School
B.A. in Communication:
Biola University
M.A. Organizational Communication:
University of North Texas
Joe Fanning
Dean of Students & Upper School Math
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 & Testing Coordinator
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
Lori Beck
Assistant Grammar School Head
B.S. Elementary Education:
Abilene Christian University
M.Ed. Curriculum and Instruction:
Arizona State University
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 Kennedy
Director of Development
B.S. Journalism:
Texas A&M University
Lana Fields
Admission Coordinator
B.S. History (Political Science Minor):
University of North Texas
Denise Karr
Advancement Assistant
B.S. in Clinical Laboratory Science:
Baylor University
Stephanie Watson
Director of Human Resources & Risk Management
Bill Clifton
Director of Facilities
B.S. Agriculture & Interdisciplinary Studies:
Texas Tech University
Dr. Tristan Hurley
Facilities Coordinator
B.S. Religion:
Liberty University
M.Div. Missions:
Southwestern Seminary
Ph.D. Missions:
Southwestern Seminary
Jacob Young
Facilities Coordinator
B.A. Biblical Exposition:
Moody Bible Institute
M.A. Christian Education and Biblical Counseling:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
M.Div. Biblical Counseling:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (in progress)
Reagan Hughes
Facilities Assistant
Aimee Sapp
Finance Coordinator
B.B.A. Accounting:
National University
Allie Owens, RN, BSN
School Nurse
A.D. Nursing:
Collin College
B.S. Nursing:
Texas Tech University
Michelle Reid
Upper School Administrative Assistant
Liz Lyngle
Grammar School Administrative Assistant
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
Brittany Hunnicutt
1st Grade
B.S.I.S Elementary Education (Early Childhood):
Stephen F. Austin State 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
Suzanna Liebelt
2nd Grade
B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies:
Texas A&M University
Kim Mitchell
2nd Grade
B.A. Speech Communication/Elementary Education:
The University of Texas at Arlington
Leigh Anne Meadows
2nd Grade
B.S. Early Childhood & Elementary Education:
University of West Alabama
Karise Gililland
3rd Grade
B.A. English History:
Southern Methodist
M.A. Apologetics:
Houston Baptist University
Karen McCarty
3rd Grade
B.S. Education (Early Childhood):
Texas Christian University
Kara Grace Talbot
3rd Grade
B.S. Communication Sciences & Disorders:
Texas Woman's University
Lorrie Baker
4th Grade
B.B.A. Accounting:
University of Texas at San Antonio
Anne McCarty
4th Grade
B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies:
Texas A&M University
Jeff Rozanski
4th Grade
B.A. Psychology:
University of Maryland Baltimore County
M.Ed. Educational Administration:
Texas Christian University
Stephanie Boss
5th Grade
B.A. Psychology:
Louisiana Tech University
M.A. Religious Education (Childhood Education):
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Emily Isaac
5th Grade
B.S. Education:
University of North Texas
Sally Landrum
5th/6th Math Specialist
B.A. Mathematics:
The University of Texas at Arlington
M.Bus. Aviation:
Embry Riddle
Shelby Orr
6th Grade
B.S. Multidisciplinary Studies:
Texas Tech University
Connor Silkett
6th Grade
B.B.A. Finance:
Texas A&M University
Gracie Capone
Grammar Latin
B.A. Liberal Arts and Culture:
Saint Andrews College
Chloe Jones
Grammar Latin
B.A. French:
The University of Texas at Austin
M.A. French:
University of North Texas
Lisa Snyder
Grammar Foreign Language
B.A. French:
The University of Texas at Austin
M.A. French:
The University of North Texas at Denton
Cody Bertram
Upper School Rhetoric & Senior Thesis
B.A. English:
Texas Tech 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
Addisyn Eggar
Upper School Humanities
B.A. Humanities (Minor in Theology & Museum Studies):
The King's College, NYC
Kate Friederichs
Humanities Department Chair
B.A. Religion/Philosophy:
Texas Christian University
M.A. Humanities:
University of Dallas (in progress)
Sarah Kate Burns
Upper School Humanities
B.A. in University Scholars (Linguistics, French & Great Texts):
Baylor University
M.A. in Biblical Exegesis and Linguistics:
Dallas Theological Seminary (in progress)
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)
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 (in progress)
Austin Burns
Upper School Theology
B.S. Discipleship Ministry:
Lee University
Master of Theology:
Dallas Theological Seminary (in progress)
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
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 (in progress)
Dr. Matthew Ingle
Science Department Chair
B.S. Biology (Cellular & Molecular):
The Masteru2019s College
M.S. Natural Sciences:
Loma Linda University
Ph.D. Biology:
Loma Linda University
Masters of Divinity:
Reformed Evangelical Seminary (in progress)
Dr. Lori Birbari
Upper School Science & Athletics Coordinator
B.S. Biochemistry:
Baylor University
M.D.:
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
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
Emily Bailey
Director of Performing Arts
B.Mus. Voice:
Moody Bible Institute
M.Mus. Opera:
University of North Texas
Linda Dupont
Grammar Music (K-2)
B.S. Communication:
Texas Christian University
Alyssa Perdue
Grammar Music (3-4)
Bachelor of Musical Arts (Worship Studies):
Dallas Baptist University
Lina Cole
Grammar Music (5-6)
B. Mus. Voice Performance:
Texas Baptist College
Master of Music in Worship Leadership:
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (in progress)
Ashley Hawkins
Theatre
B. A. Theatre:
Regent University
B. S. Business (Minor in Accounting):
Regent University
Megan Skeels
Grammar Art
B.A. English (Minor in Art):
University of Arkansas
M.A. Communication:
University of Arkansas
Millie Watters
Upper School Art
B.F.A. Painting:
Texas Tech University
M.F.A. Sculpture and Post-Studio Practice:
University of Colorado
Jeremy Martin
Director of Athletics
B.S. History:
The University of Texas at Austin
M.A. Athletic Administration:
Grace College
Ron Abrams
Football & Track
B.S.:
The University of Texas at Arlington
Traci Gray
P.E.
B.A. Communications:
Oklahoma Baptist University
Virginia Apple
Recess Monitor
Beth Cox
Recess Monitor
Lauren Findley
Recess Monitor
Sophie Mitchell
Recess Monitor
Victor Pyle
Recess Monitor
Jordan Ingle
Recess Monitor
Adelaide Church
Recess Monitor
Lauren Groff
Recess Monitor