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Administrators:
Mr. Bob DeRuiter, B.A., Business Education: Trinity Christian College
Prior to coming to ECA in 2000, Mr. DeRuiter taught business classes at Chicago Christian High School. Mr. DeRuiter serves as ECA Secondary Principal, Academic Advisor, and ECA Baseball Coach. “My greatest joy is witnessing God’s handiwork in each student and watching them mature in their attitudes and beliefs.”
Mr. Matt Holst, B.A., Sec. Ed.: Washington Baptist College; M.A., Hist. Theology: Westminster Theological Seminary; M.Div.: New Geneva Theological Seminary
In addition to teaching Bible classes at ECA and serving as Director of Spiritual Life, Mr. Holst is the father of four young children and serves as a deacon at Forestgate Presbyterian Church. “My goal for all of my students is that they will leave ECA with a true understanding of what it means to be saved by grace apart from works and will in turn live a life of gratitude for what God has done for them.”
Mrs. Sandra LaCerte, B.A., Political Science: Colorado State University; M.A., Educational Media: University of Northern Colorado
Mrs. LaCerte began serving as full-time Librarian-Media Specialist at ECA in 1991 and currently serves in that capacity at the Secondary campus in addition to being Assistant Dean, Female Students. “I believe that biblically, the main premise of teaching in a Christian school begins with the foundation that all true knowledge and wisdom comes from God. Because the written word can be a powerful medium to proclaim knowledge and wisdom, it is important to use God’s standard, His Word, as the measure of truth. Therefore, the library media program endeavors to assist students and teachers in developing important information skills and to discern and to use reliable, accurate and authoritative research resources.” Library Information
Mr. Don Steiner, B.S. Kinesiology: California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; M.A., Sports Administration: University of Northern Colorado; Certified Athletic Administrator (CAA): National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association
Mr. Steiner serves as ECA Vice Principal and Athletic Director, as well as Physical Education instructor. Prior to coming to ECA in 2004, Mr. Steiner worked at Lockheed Martin in the Learning and Development Department and coached football at Colorado Springs Christian School. “One of my favorite verses comes from 1 Tim 4:7-8. It speaks of physical training being of some value (perfect for a sports guy), but more importantly it talks about godliness being good in all things, both present and future. I desire that our students see the big picture and understand that their actions have consequences, both good and bad, and if you choose to be godly in those actions then those consequences will be blessed by our Lord.”
Faculty:
Mrs. Traci Aragon, B.A., Psychology: University of Colorado
Mrs. Aragon joins the faculty of ECA to teach Keyboarding, Computer Applications, Advanced Computer Applications, InDesign, and Yearbook. “I look forward to teaching students how enriched their lives can be by learning to use computers and how God has created all things, including the knowledge and desire for us to invent technology.”
Mrs. Kristen Bolar, Voice and Piano Studies at Evangel College, Colorado College, Georgia State University
Mrs. Bolar currently instructs Vocal Music at the Secondary campus and is the Director of Music at Grace Presbyterian Church as well. Mrs. Bolar has taught music at the Dance & Arts Center in Peachtree City, Georgia; and her performance career has included singing with the Colorado Springs Chorale, the Pikes Peak Ringers, and Entourage, as well as many opportunities as a guest soloist in churches and concerts across the United States. “I love being able to teach my students worship through song in many genres of music.”
Mr. Scott Bruce, B.A., Music Education: Luther College
Mr. Bruce, a retired member of the USAFA Band and former Music Director at Village Seven and Grace Presbyterian Churches, is ECA’s Secondary Band Director. Mr. Bruce and his wife Paula have two sons who are ECA graduates, and Mr. Bruce has also served on the ECA Board of Directors. Mr. Bruce answered God’s call to teach at ECA so that he could inspire each band student to learn that every talent and all true knowledge come from God and should be utilized for His glory. “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and correctly handles the Word of Truth.” II Timothy 2:15
Mrs. Marie Burley, BA, Ballet: University of Utah; M.A., Production Management: University of Utah
Prior to teaching Geography, American History 8, and French I and II at ECA, Mrs. Burley taught at the University of Utah, substitute taught, and traveled the world. “The goal of Christian education is to glorify God by equipping students with necessary skills within the framework of Christianity. It is my prayer that our ECA students will embark on a lifelong love of learning about God and His creation.”
Mr. Brent Holtcamp, B.A., K-12 Education: University of Southern Colorado
Mr. Holtcamp has been involved in the ministry of ECA since 1978 and is excited to see that at ECA the potential for glorifying God through the students and the school is limitless. In addition to teaching Junior High Art, Art I, II, III, Studio Art, and Photoshop, Mr. Holtcamp maintains a jewelry design and repair business in his home. “I hope to open the students’ eyes to this great and exciting world by looking, seeing, and doing. The students’ progress can be greatly enhanced by a positive curiosity to see and enjoy the wonders God our Creator has set before us.”
Mrs. Karen Leidecker, B.A. summa cum laude, K-8 Education: Tennessee Temple University
Mrs. Leidecker has taught at ECA since 1995 after teaching elementary through high school in several Christian schools in various states. She teaches Life Science 7, Earth Science 8, Honors Anatomy & Physiology, Pre-Algebra 7 & 8, and Business Math. A favorite verse is: “For you are forgiving and good, O Lord, abounding in love to all who call to you.” (Psalm 86:5) ”I consider it a great joy to be able to minister Christ’s love to junior high and high school students through the subjects of science and math.”
Mrs. Jill Mann, B.A., History with Political Science minor: Geneva College
Mrs. Mann teaches Latin 7 and Logic 8 at ECA, having taught them at homeschool classes and to her own children. “I desire to help students further their language development and encourage them to let their ‘conversation always be full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.’”
Mr. Richard Oliver, M.B.A.: UCCS; Engineering: Air Force Institute of Technology and University of New Mexico
Prior to coming to ECA in 2008, Mr. Oliver taught at the Air Force Academy and Colorado Technical University. Mr. Oliver teaches Geometry, Algebra II, Honors Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, and Honors Physics at ECA. “I appreciate the opportunity to help our students understand God’s creation through mathematics. ‘If you profit from constructive criticism, you will be elected to the wise man’s hall of fame. But to reject criticism is to harm yourself and your own best interests.’ Proverbs 15:31-32.”
Mrs. Sarah Perkett
Mrs. Perkett grew up in Spain and continued to study the Spanish language and culture throughout high school. Mrs. Perkett was a homeschooling mom for twelve years; her daughter Tabitha and son Andrew graduated from ECA, and her son Samuel currently attends ECA. In addition to teaching Spanish I and II at ECA, Mrs. Perkett also serves as the Student Council Sponsor. “My prayer is that the students I touch may one day be able to use the Spanish language to reach others for God’s glory.”
Miss Jessica Reid, B.A., Biology and Chemistry: University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Miss Reid, a 2008 graduate of the University of Colorado and a 2004 graduate of Evangelical Christian Academy, began teaching at ECA in 2008. Miss Reid teaches Life Science, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, and AP Chemistry. “I am very excited to continue my career teaching science at ECA. It is a pleasure to witness each student gain a better understanding of God’s creation and develop a passion for scientific learning.”
Mrs. Leslie Schwager, B.A., Literature major, Speech minor: University of Texas of the Permian Basin
Mrs. Schwager has over 15 years of teaching experience in public, private, and home-based edcuation with specialization in Classical Christian education. Her background includes teaching Aristotle’s Rhetorical, Traditional Logic, Classical Writing and Poetry, Economics, as well as Dave Ramsey’s personal finance at the Collegium Study Center. Since 2009, she has taught Rhetoric at ECA which includes competitive debate through the national forensics league. Proverbs 16:21: ‘The wise in heart will be called understanding, and sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness.’ ”I desire to give our students the tools they need to write and speak persuasively for the glory of God.”
Mrs. Kerry Singleton, B.A., Mathematics and English: Covenant College
Before coming to ECA, Mrs. Singleton taught 5th-7th Grade students at a Christian school in Atlanta, tutored math and SAT preparation for 15 years, and taught Math at a homeschool co-op. At ECA, she teaches General Math, Algebra I, Geometry, and Geography. “I love sharing my passion for God and my subjects with my students. It is a joy topoint students to their true identity in Christ and to the one,true God, the source of all truth. I start my students off with Colossians 1:15-17, because it points directly to the fact that all things have been created by God and for His glory and that is the beginning, middle, and end for all subjects.”
Mr. Joel Swearingen, B.A., Interdisciplinary Studies (Bible and English): Clearwater Christian College; MAR: Reformed Theological Seminary
Prior to coming to ECA, Mr. Swearingen taught English in the Middle East. He teaches Genesis to Joshua 7, Judges to Poets 8, and Church History 9. “I desire to point my students to Christ so that they will be motivated both to excel academically and become more like Christ.”
Miss Sandra Vollbracht, B.A., History: Covenant College/University of Colorado
Before coming to ECA in 1991, Miss Vollbracht taught at and administered Covenant Christian School in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Miss Vollbracht currently teaches World History, U.S. History, Civics, AP US History, and Honors Political Systems. “Scripture is the guide for all we study and, particularly within the area of history, necessary for making sense of history and understanding its importance. What a privilege it is to instruct young people in a biblical understanding of history. I believe that God has put me here for this time to do just that.”
Mrs. Emily Wilson, B.S., Education and Bible: Columbia International University
Mrs. Wilson previously taught English at a Christian school in Bradenton, Florida, before coming to ECA in 2006. Mrs. Wilson teaches Composition 9/10, American Literature, British Literature, and AP Language Classes at ECA, and her husband Tim works for the Navigators. “I love the opportunity to help students think critically and view each subject through a Biblical lens.”
Mrs. Lori Wolfe, B.A., Communications: University of Delaware
Mrs. Wolfe has been a women’s retreat speaker, Bible study leader, missionary in the Philippines, and on staff with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. She currently teaches Language Arts 7, Language Arts 8, and Classical Literature 7/8 at ECA. “I desire to influence my students to do all things well and passionately as unto the Lord and not man (Colossians 3:23).”
“Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful.” Hebrews 10:23
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