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Meet Our Staff

Our dedicated educators are passionate about providing Christ-centered education and nurturing each student's spiritual, academic, and personal growth.

Ms. Eckright

Ms. Eckright

Preschool Director & Teacher

Ms. Eckright is our Preschool director and teacher. Her hobbies are hiking, pickleball, and spending time with family. She loves learning more about Jesus, sharing Him with others, and teaching children how to be like Jesus.

Mrs. Gaitan

Mrs. Gaitan

Principal & K-3 Teacher

Mrs. Gaitan is our school principal and teaches our kindergarten through third grade class. Her hobbies are spending time with her husband and two kids, woodworking, gardening, and all kinds of outdoor adventures. She enjoys sharing Jesus' love with her students and helping them to discover the joy of learning.

Mrs. Powell

Mrs. Powell

4th-8th Grade Teacher

Mrs. Powell teaches our fourth through eighth grade class. She enjoys walks in nature, seashell and rock hunting, working in the yard, spending time with family, and loves learning more about Jesus and sharing Him with others. Her favorite school subjects are Bible, Science, and Social Science.

Mrs. Kruger

Mrs. Kruger

Paraprofessional

Mrs. Kruger is our paraprofessional who works one-on-one with our students. Her hobbies are spending time with family, landscaping, decorating and crocheting. She loves quiet times studying the Bible and sharing God's love with everyone.

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Our caring staff is here to support your child's educational journey. Contact us to learn more about our programs or schedule a visit.