ECA Secondary Administrators & Faculty

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 and teaches Computer Applications and Advanced Computer Applications. "My greatest joy is witnessing God's handiwork in each student and watching them mature in their attitudes and beliefs." Bob DeRuiter website
	Mr. Matt Holst, B.A., Sec. Ed.: Washington Baptist College; M.A., Hist. Theology: Westminster 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." Matt Holst website
	Mr. Justin Kohl, B.A., Communications: University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Mr. Kohl, a Colorado Springs native, has worked the past six years primarily as a business consultant with the U.S. Army. He coached boys' basketball for twelve years at Air Academy High School is currently the Boys' C Team Coach at ECA. In addition to serving as Dean of Students, Mr. Kohl teaches Genesis-Joshua 7 and Judges-Poets 8, the Junior High Bible classes. "After many years of asking and waiting on Him, I am very thankful for the opportunity that God has granted me at ECA - to invest in the lives of our students and their families." Justin Kohl website
	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." Sandra LaCerte website
	Mr. Don Steiner, B.S. Kinesiology: California Polytechnic State Univ., San Luis Obispo; M.A., Sports Administration: University of Northern Colorado Entering his sixth year at ECA, Mr. Steiner serves as ECA Vice Principal and Athletic Director, as well as Physical Education instructor. Previously he 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 also 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 Computer Applications, Advanced Computer Applications, and Yearbook, in addition to serving as Administrative Assistant in the ECA Business Office. "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." Traci Aragon website
	Rev. Mark Bates, B.A. cum laude, Greek; Bryan College; M. Div.: Reformed Theological Seminary Mr. Bates is Senior Pastor of Village Seven Presbyterian Church. Prior to moving to Colorado, he was a church planter and pastor in Orlando, Florida. At ECA, Mr. Bates teaches Senior Seminar, which equips ECA Seniors with the skills necessary for a lifetime of study of God's Word and God's World. "My desire is that our students will graduate from ECA with the tools they need to embark on a lifelong journey of enjoying God. I also want them to be equipped to engage the world with confidence and grace." Mark Bates website
	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." Marie Burley website
	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, and Studio Art, 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." Brent Holtcamp website
	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, Earth Science, Anatomy & Physiology, Pre-Algebra 8, and Business Math. "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. My life verse is I Peter 5:8, 'Cast all your cares upon Him for He cares for you." Karen Leidecker website
	Mrs. Jill Mann, B.A., History with Political Science minor: Geneva College Mrs. Mann has joined the ECA faculty to teach Latin, having also taught it in home school classes and to her own children. "I desire to help students further their language development and encourage them to 'let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.' (Colossians 4:6)." Jill Mann webpage
	Mrs. Minta Milvain, B.A., Mathematics: University of Tennessee Mrs. Milvain has previously taught mathematics and Biblical studies in Virginia, Tennessee, and Australia, and currently teaches Pre-Algebra, Algebra I and Logic at ECA. Her two daughters attend ECA. "I consider ECA as an extension of the Christian home and love assisting parents in educating covenant children." Minta Milvain website
	Mr. Richard Oliver, M.B.A.: UCCS; Engineering: Air Force Institute of Technology and University of New Mexico Having previously taught at the Air Force Academy and Colorado Technical University, Mr. Oliver teaches Geometry, Algebra 1 and II, Pre-Calculus, and AP Calculus 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." Richard Oliver webpage
	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, and daughter Tabitha graduated from ECA and two sons Andrew and Samuel currently attend ECA. In addition to teaching Spanish I and II at ECA, Mrs. Perkett and her husband coach the Girls' Varsity Soccer team. "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. Philippians 1:20: …according to my earnest expectation and hope that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ will be magnified in my body, whether by life or by death." Sara Perkett website
	Miss Jessica Reid, B.A., Biology and Chemistry: University of Colorado, Colorado Springs Miss Reid is a 2008 graduate of the University of Colorado and a 2004 graduate of Evangelical Christian Academy. In her first year teaching at ECA, Miss Reid teaches Physical Science, Biology I, Chemistry I, and AP Chemistry. "I am very excited to begin my career teaching science at ECA. It will be a pleasure to witness each student gain a better understanding of God's creation and develop a passion for scientific learning." Jessica Reid website
	Mrs. Leslie Schwager, B.A., Literature major, Speech minor: University of Texas of the Permian Basin Mrs. Schwager has 13 years of teaching experience in public and classical Christian home-education, most recently teaching Classical Writing and Poetry courses, Traditional Logic, Aristotle's Rhetoric, and Economics at Collegium Study Center. At ECA she teaches Rhetoric which includes The Argument Builder. "I desire to give our students the tools they need to write and speak persuasively for the glory of God. Proverbs 16:21: 'The wise in heart will be called understanding, and sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness'." Leslie Schwager webpage
	Mr. Joel Swearingen, B.A., Interdisciplinary Studies (Bible and English): Clearwater Christian College Mr. Swearingen is currently finishing his Master of Arts in Religion at Reformed Theological Seminary, and prior to coming to ECA, he taught English in Amman, Jordan. He teaches Judges to Poets 8, Church History 9, World Literature 9, and Keyboarding. "I desire to point my students to Christ so that they will be motivated both to excel academically and become more like Christ." Joel Swearingen webpage
	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, and AP US History. "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." Sandra Vollbracht website
	Mrs. Deanna Waldron, B.A. Psychology: California State University Stanislaus Mrs. Waldron has taught for eleven years in California and Colorado and has served in Christian schools for nine years. She enjoys her family, teaching, sports, being outdoors, and mission trips. Mrs. Waldron teaches Geography 7 and General Mathematics 7 at ECA.. "I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which He has called you, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints." Ephesians 1:18 Deanna Waldron website
	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. She teaches Logic 7 and 8, World Literature 9, and Church History, and Yearbook 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." Emily Wilson website
	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, 8, World Literature 9, and Keyboarding 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)." Lori Wolfe website

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