BRENTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - Key Persons
Adam Stow teaches 8th Grade History, 8th Grade Bible, and 9th Grade Speech. He graduated from Harding University with a degree in General Studies with a Focus in Bible and Communication. Adam and his wife, Lindsey, attend Round Rock Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Elementary Administrative Assistant
Amanda Burcham serves in the Elementary offices assisting faculty with classroom resources and managing elementary lunch periods. Amanda also serves as the campus-wide Substitute Coordinator. Ms. Burcham has years of administrative and customer service experience in various industries. Amanda is a mother of one Brentwood Bear and one future Brentwood Bear.
Amanda Mayfield is the full-time on-site R.N. at Brentwood. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Harding University and is a licensed Registered Nurse with the Texas State Board. Prior to her working at Brentwood she worked in Postpartum at St. David's North Austin Medical Center and was cross-trained in Labor and Delivery, and in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Amanda and her husband, Taylor, attend Round Rock Church of Christ.
Brentwood Bear Since 2014
Teaching Since 2014 Amanda Stanglin teaches music and art for Kindergarten through third grade. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies from Harding University. Amanda and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ. astanglin@brentwoodchristian.org
Job Titles:
- Middle School Athletics Coordinator & HS Math
Andy is a graduate of St. Edwards University with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and holds a Texas Educator Certification in Special Education K-12. He has taught and coached for 20 years in Texas public schools including Austin, Round Rock and Corpus Christi ISD. Andy comes to us from Mary Carroll High School in Corpus Christi where he taught Inclusion Algebra and served as the Special Education Transition Coordinator. He also served as the head coach for men's basketball and cross country as well as the assistant baseball coach and football statistician while at MCHS.
Job Titles:
- Senior Accounting Manager
Angela Taylor, Senior Accounting Manager, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from The University of Texas at Austin. She has over ten years of previous accounting experience and formerly taught in the BCS Preschool. Angela and her husband, David, attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ, where he serves as an elder. They have two children which are both graduates of BCS.
Job Titles:
- Benefits & Payroll Specialist / Ashley
Brian is a partner and co-owner of Jackson & Carter PLLC. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English from Abilene Christian University and received a Juris Doctor from the University of Houston School of Law. In addition to the BCS Board, Brian serves on the board of Helping Autism through Learning and Outreach. He and his family attend Round Rock Church of Christ. Brian and his wife, Kristi Jackson, are parents of three BCS students.
Job Titles:
- Managing Partner of 9Gauge Partners, LLC
Brian White is the Managing Partner of 9Gauge Partners, LLC, a management consulting firm. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from Texas State University and is a licensed CPA in the state of Texas. Brian serves as a deacon at Westside Church of Christ in Round Rock where he and his family attend. He and his wife, Christie White, are the parents of a current BCS high school student and a BCS graduate.
Caleb Davis Started in 2024; Caleb A. Davis is an Austinite and graduate of Howard University with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. Caleb began his career in teaching at the high school level in the subject of Mathematics in the winter of 2023. In this capacity, Caleb serves as the Algebra 1, 2, & Honors teacher. Caleb, his wife Brittany, and daughter Ginny attend East Side Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- High School Principal
- Secondary Principal
Carol Johnson, Secondary Principal, earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from New Mexico State University and a Master degree in Educational Administration from Texas State University. She has over 10 years of classroom teaching experience as well as 7 years in the role of Assistant Principal at the secondary level with Round Rock and Leander ISD. Carol holds a Principal certification with the Texas State Board of Education. She and her husband attend East Side Church of Christ.
Carrie Hunter teaches Middle School social studies and Bible. She previously taught fifth grade for eleven years at Brentwood Christian. Carrie earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Oklahoma Christian University as well as a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Design from York College. She is certified in both elementary and secondary education. Ms. Hunter is a Brentwood Alumna, class of 2001, and Georgetown Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Middle School History Teacher & Assistant Football & Baseball Coach
Charles Bollinger, Middle School History Teacher & Assistant Football & Baseball Coach, is a graduate of Hardin Simmons University with a Bachelor of Science in Education. He originally joined the Brentwood family as a substitute and Assistant Baseball Coach. Charles is retired from public school.
Joined the Board in 2023 Christian was born and raised in Austin and is thankful to consider it his lifelong home. Christian is a BCS Alumni who works as Westover's High School Youth Minister. Christian also has 3 daughters, 2 being Brentwood Bears and 1 future Bear.
Job Titles:
- HS History & Economics / Assistant Boys Basketball & Golf
Connor is a recent graduate of Harding University with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Science and a minor in Bible and Ministry. He is certified to teach Social Studies in grades 7-12. Connor is also a 2018 graduate of Brentwood Christian. He has served as a substitute teacher for BCS during his breaks from college and served as a camp counselor at Camp Blue Haven. Mr. White will be teaching World History and Economics and will be assisting with coaching boys' basketball and golf. Connor attends Westside Church of Christ. cwhite@brentwoodchristian.org
Corey holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a minor in Sports Medicine from The University of Texas at San Antonio. Corey has coached Track and Field, he has experience in multiple roles within the Fine Arts department. With his previous Choir Teacher and Technical Theater Director roles his experience has allowed him to grow his teaching skills within the Fine Arts program. cjennings@brentwoodchristian.org
Cynthia Davis teaches Middle School Mathematics. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Abilene Christian University. Cynthia previously taught as a fifth-grade teacher and served as director of admissions and special events. Cynthia and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Cynthia Hutson, K4 teacher previously taught second grade for eight years at BCS. She holds a B.S. in elementary education from ACU and a master's in education from Texas Woman's University. Cynthia and her family attend Leander Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- HS Computer / Assistant Football & Track Coach
David holds a Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in English from The University of Texas at Austin and a Texas Educator Certification in History and Social Studies. He has 20 years of teaching and coaching experience in public as well as private schools across Texas. David has coached football, track, soccer, power lifting and basketball. He comes to us from Smithville High School where he taught World Geography and coached Football and Track.
Dawn Esche is a licensed structural Engineer designing bridges at Aguirre & Fields. She holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Civil Engineering from Texas A&M University. Dawn and her husband, Steven, are members of Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ and have two sons who are recent BCS graduates.
De Shondra Booker earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from The University of Texas at Austin. She is also the Director of the Brentwood MOPS program that began in the fall of 2018. She and her family attend East Side Church of Christ.
Debra is a graduate of Grand Canyon University with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She has over 30 years of experience in nursing and teaching nursing at various colleges and universities. Debra has been teaching at the high school level in the subject of health science since 2014. She is a Texas-certified teacher. Most recently she served as the CTE Health Science Technology instructor for Stony Point High School. Debra and her husband attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ. She is teaching 6th and 7th grade science. dthornton@brentwoodchristian.org
Denise Riley, Controller, studied accounting at Austin Community College and has been in the accounting field since 1995. Denise and her husband, Jonathan a graduate of BCS, have three children, two being BCS alumni and one currently attending.
Brentwood Bear Since 2012
teaching Since 2012 Diann Sloan, high school Physics and Engineering Teacher, earned a Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from The University of California, Santa Cruz, and a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from The University of Texas at Austin. She and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- HS Entrepreneurship & Personal Finance / Head Boys Basketball
Dustin is a graduate of Texas State University with a Bachelor of Arts in History & Kinesiology. He comes to us from Our Lady of the Lake University where he was the Men's Assistant Basketball Coach. Dustin has nine years of coaching and teaching experience including time spent in Kosovo with The Basketball Embassy coaching and mentoring youth basketball teams. He will be coaching and directing the boy's Basketball program and teaching High School Computer Science.
Elena has an Associate Degree in Meeting and Event Planning from Austin Community College. She has experience from retail to radio including coordinating the Mission Monday program for Altar'd State and marketing and promotions for Austin Radio Network and The Bridge Austin. She comes to us from Grace Capital Management, an investment management company, where she served as a Client Services Associate since 2019. She started as support for the High School Principal, Carol Johnson, and is now Helping Kimberly McLain in Admissions.
Emma is a recent graduate of Point Loma Nazarene University with a Bachelor of Arts in Education. She holds certification to teach through the state of California for EC-12th grades. Emma comes to us from San Diego where she volunteered and worked as a student teacher in the Unified School District. She has a love for soccer playing all four years through university and coaching local club teams. ehinson@brentwoodchristian.org
Ernest Booker has worked in the insurance industry for 25 years. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and has professional designations as a Risk Manager and Certified Property Casualty Underwriter. He and his wife, DeShondra Booker, are members of the Church of Christ at Eastside and have one daughter who is a proud BCS student.
Job Titles:
- HS English / Newspaper & Assistant Girls Basketball / Assistant Softball
Ethan holds a Bachelor of Art in Mass Communications - Journalism with a minor in English from Texas State University. Mr. Grant started his career in newspaper serving as Sports Editor for several metropolitan newspapers including, Allen, Plano, Frisco, Celine and Little Elm. He transitioned into teaching in 2016 and has been coaching basketball for 15 years with Dallas Mavs Academy. Ethan comes to us from Midland Christian School where he served as the Head Coach for varsity girls basketball and junior high girls track and field. He and his wife have three daughters and the oldest will be in Kindergarten at Brentwood this year.
Evelyn Ellis, who now teaches fifth grade at BCS, has a B.S. in education from ACU. Evelyn has over thirty years of teaching experience with the majority of that time being in Christian education. Evelyn and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Joined the Board 2022 Fred Strietelmeier previously served on the BCS board from 1996 to 2019 and has rejoined in 2022. Fred is an electrical engineer retired from IBM. He received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He also received a master's degree in electrical engineering from Rice University. Fred is a member of the Westside Church of Christ where he serves as a deacon. He is married to Sondra, a retired BCS fine arts teacher, and they are the parents of a BCS graduate.
Granville holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Master of Education in Administration and Supervision from Liberty University. He has 18 years of experience working in the education industry. He has served as teacher, assistant principal, dean of students, athletic director and head of school. Most recently Granville joined us through Catapult Learning to aid in the counseling and academic advising office. He has now joined us full-time in the capacity of Academic Advisor.
Job Titles:
- HS English / Newspaper & Assistant Girls Basketball / Assistant Softball
Ethan holds a Bachelor of Art in Mass Communications - Journalism with a minor in English from Texas State University. Mr. Grant started his career in newspaper serving as Sports Editor for several metropolitan newspapers including, Allen, Plano, Frisco, Celine and Little Elm. He transitioned into teaching in 2016 and has been coaching basketball for 15 years with Dallas Mavs Academy. Ethan comes to us from Midland Christian School where he served as the Head Coach for varsity girls basketball and junior high girls track and field. He and his wife have three daughters and the oldest will be in Kindergarten at Brentwood this year.
Isabelle is a graduate of Harding University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. Following graduation Isabelle joined the peace corps which took her to Tanzania. Isebella served as a secondary school science teacher where she taught biology and chemistry to 8th and 7th grade students. While in Tanzania Isebella trained in the culture and the Swahili language. Her time was cut short however due to the pandemic and Isebella was forced to return to the States. Isebella is a graduate of BCS and we are excited to have her back here teaching Biology. She attends Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Jacinto is a graduate of KIPP Austin Collegiate. He has been working in maintenance and residential electric since 2017. Jacinto served as a maintenance technician with Hyde Park Baptist Church for three years and most recently worked as a residential electrician with Charley Electric.
Job Titles:
- HS Yearbook & Library Technician
- Library Technician
Jackson Hager, Library Technician, graduated from ACU in 2014 with a Bachelor's degree in History, then graduated from Baylor in 2020 with a Master's degree in Museum Studies. Jackson is a Brentwood alumnus, class of 2014.
Job Titles:
- Director of Communications / Defensive Coordinator & Head Golf
Brentwood Bear Since 2023 Coached at various universities and European professionals teams.
Janaye Barker, second grade teacher, is a graduate of Abilene Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. She has previously taught at Timmerman Elementary in Pflugerville where she taught fourth grade reading, writing, and Texas history. Janaye served as a camp counselor at Camp Blue Haven for three years.
Job Titles:
- Director of Fine Arts / Band Director & Co - Head Swim Coach
Jason Montier is the Director of Fine Arts. Jason holds a Bachelor of Science in Instrumental Music from East Central University and a Texas Educator Certification in Music for grades PK-12. Jason has 20 years of experience teaching band and orchestra, and in 2022 was named the TAPPS 5A Fine Arts Director of the Year. Most recently, Jason served as the Orchestra and Band Director, along with being an Assistant Swim Coach at Grace Community School in Tyler, Texas. Jason has been a member of the TAPPS State Music Committee since 2011, serving initially as Region Chair for East Texas, and since 2015 has served as State Music Chair. Jason is a member of the Texas Music Educators Association, Texas Orchestra Directors Association, Texas Bandmasters Association, and the Association of Texas Small School Bands.
Jay Burcham, President, is a graduate of Abilene Christian University with both a Bachelor of Science and Masters degree in Clinical Psychology. He went on to complete doctorate work at Stanford-Saybrook Institute in Neurological Psychology. Jay served on the BCS board for eleven years and as Board Chair for four years. Before coming to Brentwood Jay co-founded and owned a company that provided educational and behavioral resources to schools across the country. Jay and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Jeanette is a graduate of the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts & Theater and holds a Master of Divinity from the Seminary of the Southwest. She has worked in theater, news media, education and ministry over her career. Her most recent passion has been running her own business Jeanette Hargreaves, LLC where she serves as a Christian parenting educator, speaker and workshop leader and authored a parenting book as well as a children's fairy tale. Jeanette and her husband have two children who currently attend BCS. They are active members at Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ. jhargreaves@brentwoodchristian.org
Jennifer Joined BCS in 2024 after serving as PTF President for the past 4 years. Jennifer Smeltzer comes to us with a Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from University of North Texas specializing in interior design and business management. She has been working for KB Home as an interior design consultant and studio manager for past 16 years. In her spare time Jennifer enjoys quilting and reading. Jennifer and her husband, Thomas, have been married for ten years. They are blessed with a fourth grade daughter, Scarlett. Jennifer and her family attend Redeemer Lutheran Church.
Jeremy Thornton, Elementary Principal, is a graduate of Lubbock Christian University with a Masters in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education. He is Principal K-12 certified and holds a certification in Professional Development and Appraisal System as well as Instructional Leadership Development. Jeremy has over 16 years of teaching and administration experience working in private and public school systems including over two years as Associate Director for Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools (TAPPS). He and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ and have a son who is a current student at BCS.
Brentwood Bear Since 2014
Teaching Since 2014 Jimmie Harper teaches US History, World History, and Bible. He holds a B.S. in social science from Harding University with a minor in Biblical studies.
John Keesey is a State Police Captain with the Texas Attorney General's Office. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Southwest Texas State University. John serves as a deacon at Westside Church of Christ in Round Rock where he and his family attend. He and his wife, Dana Keesey, are the parents of a BCS high school student and a Lubbock Christian University student.
Joined the Board in 2023 Christian was born and raised in Austin and is thankful to consider it his lifelong home. Christian is a BCS Alumni who works as Westover's High School Youth Minister. Christian also has 3 daughters, 2 being Brentwood Bears and 1 future Bear.
Jonathan Weed serves as adviser for the school newspaper and teaches secondary social science. He is a Brentwood alumnus, class of 1991. Jonathan holds a B.A. in history from ACU and a B.J. in journalism from UT. He and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Julie Ann Harper graduated from Harding University with a Bachelor in Early Childhood and a Masters in Reading. She is also the high school cheerleading coach. jaharper@brentwoodchristian.org
Job Titles:
- Athletic Director
- Athletic Director & Head Girls Basketball
Julie Walker, Athletic Director, has over 17 years of coaching experience at the middle school, high school, and college levels, and 10 of those years as a Head coach. In addition to acting as our Athletic Director for all 5th-12th grade, she will also be our High School Women's Head Basketball Coach. Coach Walker and her husband, John, are members of Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Kaleen Graessle holds a B.S. in physics and an M. Ed. in curriculum and instruction from ACU. She has over twenty years as a math teacher. Kaleen was the 1999 Teacher of the Year and is Department Chair for Math. She and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Technical Services Manager
Karson joined BCS in September of 2019 after working as a Branch Manager for the Texas Region at Qal-Tek. In this roll he oversaw technical support technicians, the radiation certification and repair laboratory, and customer support personnel for the company's highest volume profit center and southwest regional office. Karson served as district technical support for Conroe Independent School District his senior year in high school helping establish network security, setting up and maintaining servers as well as providing technical support to faculty. He has help desk and technical support experience and has worked in the oil & gas industry as the foreman for a hydrostatic testing station.
Katara Scott, Director of Extended Day, has served as a preschool teacher at Greenville Avenue Child Development Center, an administrative assistant for the City of Austin, and an Intake Specialist for Cigna Healthcare. However, her most relevant experience is the 6+ years she served as a site director for Texas Afterschool Centers on Education 21st Century. In this capacity, Katara served Richardson ISD, Katherine Anne Porter Charter School, and San Juan Diego Catholic High School. Katara and her husband Aaron attend East Side Church of Christ.
Katherine Blasingame is a graduate of Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies with an emphasis in Child Development and holds a Texas Educator Certificate in classroom teaching for EC-6th and ESL. She has been teaching since 2019 with experience at the elementary level with Round Rock and Taylor ISD. Most recently Katherine taught 5th grade at Round Rock. Katherine has two daughters.
Katie Smith, elementary PE teacher and coach, holds a B.A. in education from Harding. She also coaches cross country, basketball, and track and field at Brentwood. She and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ. ksmith@brentwoodchristian.org
Job Titles:
- Director of Admissions
- Director, Admissions
Kimberly McLain, Director of Admissions, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from The University of Texas at Tyler. She has over twenty-five years of business leadership experience. She and her family attend Round Rock Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Athletic Director & Head Football Coach
Kyle Maxfield, Head Football Coach & Associate Athletic Director, is a Texas A&M graduate. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Texas A&M, a Master's Degree from TAMU-Commerce, and Texas principal certification. While attending college (1991-1994) he lettered as a defensive back and special teams player, Coach Maxfield was part of a team that was 28-0-1 in Southwest Conference play, earning three straight Southwest Conference Championships. After beginning his coaching career in the Mesquite and Cypress Fairbanks ISDs, Coach Maxfield got his first head coaching job at Olton in 1999.
Larisa Hanson, K4 teacher, is a graduate of Harding University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. She is a certified teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching preschool-age children. Larisa served at Westside Christian Preschool from 2010 to 2020 and has worked at Brentwood off and on as a teacher aide for a total of three years prior to being a full-time K4 teacher. Larisa and her family attend Westside Church of Christ and she has two current students at Brentwood.
Leah Smith, Middle School Principal & Academic Advisor, Earned a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences from Texas State University and a Master of Education from Angelo State University, as well as being a certified school counselor. She brings years of experience having been a high school science teacher and a counselor in Taylor ISD and Thorndale ISD respectively. Leah and her family attend Highway 95 Church of Christ in Taylor, TX.
Lindsey Stow is a graduate of Harding University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in Spanish Language. She was a McNair Scholar throughout her college career and worked as a Resident Assistant and Office Assistant while at Harding. Lindsey also served two summers as a camp counselor for Uplift at Harding.
Brentwood Bear Since 2022 Teaching since 2003 Tania is a graduate of Angelo State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master of Education in Elementary Education from Texas State University. She is a Texas-certified educator with certification in Elementary Spanish and Bilingual/ESL-Spanish grades 1-8 as well as holding certification as a Principal for grade EC-12. Tania has experience teaching Pre-K through 8th grade most recently at Gattis Elementary as a Dual Language Teacher for 3rd grade. Tania will be teaching Spanish II, Middle School Spanish, and Elementary Spanish. Mrs. Sneed has also served as an Assistant Principal both at Elgin Elementary and Elgin Middle School. Tania has two BCS students, she and her family attend Westside Church of Christ. Mrs. Sneed will also serve as the Associate Principal stepping in when the school's principals must be away from campus.
Lisa Warner serves as the drill team director, the musical theater choreographer, and Claw Crew sponsor. She holds a B.F.A. in Dance Education and M.Ed from Arizona State University. Post-graduation, Mrs. Warner taught dance for the local high schools and served as a guest choreographer for numerous high school programs and musical productions. Later, she served as an administrator at a high school and then a stay-at-home mom, but continued her passion for dance by teaching at local dance studios. She and her family attend First United Methodist Church of Round Rock.
Mel Witcher, Bible and History Department Chair, earned a Bachelor of Music Education from Abilene Christian University, a Master of Music Education from North Texas University, and a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies from Austin Graduate School of Theology. He teaches high school History and Bible as well as the Capstone class. Mel has been named both TCSA and NCSA Teacher of the Year for outstanding contributions to Christian education. He and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ, where Mel serves as an elder.
Meredith has a degree from Southwest Texas State University (Texas State) in Home Economics-Fashion Merchandising and also a teaching certificate from the University of Texas in Elementary Ed and Music. In her spare time she enjoys keeping up with the latest fashion trends, shopping, reading and rooting on the Longhorns in football and baseball. She has attended Highland Village Church of Christ, where her husband Frank, serves as an elder, for over 30 years. She serves the congregation by visiting, cooking, planning and organizing activities.
Michelle Mallett holds a B.S. in biology from Oklahoma Christian University. She is Department Chair for Science, "Masters of Science & Engineering Coordinator, and "Forensic Science Challenge" Coordinator. Michelle and her husband, Jevon, are parents of two current BCS students; the family attends Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Accounting Clerk - Payables
Miranda holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from the University of Phoenix. Miranda has served in an administrative support capacity for multiple businesses both in Texas and Washington. She volunteers at her church Comanche Chapel at Fort Cavazos, formerly Fort Hood. Miranda will be assisting Angela Taylor in the finance office with accounts payable.
Job Titles:
- Athletics Operations Manager & Assistant Football Coach
Job Titles:
- Executive Assistant to the Elementary Principal
Nancy Sutton is the Executive Assistant to the Elementary Principal. She and her husband are parents to one current Brentwood student.
Nancy Tindel, Registrar, has been with the school for over twenty years. She is the parent of three BCS graduates and the grandparent of four BCS students. She attends Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Paul Morrow, a fifth-grade teacher, holds a B.A. in youth ministry and a M.Ed. in education from Lipscomb University. Paul also serves as our after-school study hall teacher for our secondary students who participate in the Extended Day program. He served as a missionary in Brazil for 13 years. Paul is a Brentwood alumnus, class of 1996, and is the parent of two current BCS students.
Paul Robison, high school English teacher, holds B.A. in Bible and English from Harding, M.A. in New Testament studies and missions from Harding Graduate School, and a doctorate in church leadership from Bethel Theological Seminary. Paul is in his sixth year at BCS. He and his wife Melinda served as missionaries in Italy for 18 years.
Job Titles:
- Secondary Art & Head Volleyball
Paula holds a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts and Industrial Design from Jorge Tadeo Lozano University in Bogota, Colombia. She also has a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design with a minor in Spanish from Wayland Baptist University. Paula has over 20 years of playing and coaching volleyball at all levels. She joined the Colombian National Team at the age of 14 playing U14, U15, U16 and collegiate levels as well as on the South American Tour team for four years. Most recently Paula served as the PYP coordinator at Magellan International School while also coaching volleyball in her spare time with local clubs.
Job Titles:
- Assistant to the President
- Senior Executive
Penny Hagen is the Senior Executive Assistant to the President. She was born and raised in Austin and graduated from Sidney Lanier High School. Penny has over 30 years of administrative experience and has been devoted to Brentwood and its mission for even longer. She attends Round Rock Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Instructor for Our Extended Day Program
Phyllis Cooper serves as an instructor for our Extended Day Program. She is the grandmother to 2 BCS Bears.
Rebecca is a graduate of Lake Washington Institute of Technology and is certified by the Texas State Board of Nursing as a Licensed Vocational Nurse. She has over 14 years of experience in various areas of the practice of nursing and is trained in adult and pediatric care including school nursing procedures. Rebecca and her husband are parents of three current Brentwood students.
Job Titles:
- Executive Assistant to the Middle School Principal
Rita Thornton, Executive Assistant to the Middle School Principal, is a graduate of Lubbock Christian University with a Bachelor of Business Administration. She has over 10 years of experience teaching and working in an administrative role in several schools around Texas. She holds a teaching license in Business Education - Grades 6-12. Rita and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ and have a son who is a current student at BCS.
Roland Beasley spent the majority of his career in the petrochemical industry with ARCO Chemical Company living in Texas and Pennsylvania. He held the position of vice president at ARCO when he retired and moved back to Texas in 1993. He attended Texas A&M University and received a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. Later in his career, he attended Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program. Roland has served as a deacon in three different congregations and as an elder in two. He and his wife Jean attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ where he serves as an elder.
Job Titles:
- Accounting Clerk - Receivables
Rhonda serves in the school's finance office as the Accounting Clerk - Receivables. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. Rhonda has experience in the banking industry as well as working as an assistant in a local chiropractic office. She and her family attend Southwest Church of Christ. Rhonda and her husband have three children who all attend Brentwood. rkinser@brentwoodchristian.org
Ronnie Green graduated from Southwestern University with a bachelor's in music education. He had ten years of teaching experience before coming to Brentwood. Ronnie is a member of the Wheless Lane Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Senior Director, WW Program Management at Dell EMC
Royce Clark is a Senior Director, WW Program Management at Dell EMC, Extreme Scale Infrastructure. He received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Oklahoma Christian University and a Master Degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. Royce and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ. He and his wife, Jennifer Clark, are the parents of two current BCS students and a graduate of BCS.
Job Titles:
- Substitute & Assistant Cross Country
Shannon Martin has a love for teaching and helping others. She has been working in early childhood education since 2017 and previously taught at Westside Christian Preschool. Shannon and her family attend Westside Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Enrichment Coordinator & EL3 Aide
Job Titles:
- Athletic Business Office Manager
Stephanie is a graduate of Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Family & Consumer Sciences majoring in Nutrition & Foods. She is a certified Les Mills Coach and is currently employed part-time with Gold's Gym as a Group Exercise Instructor. Stephanie also has experience as a Customer Service Representative with American Residential Services. She and her family attend Westside Church of Christ.
Suzy Benton is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Learning and Development with a minor in English. She holds a Texas Educator Certificate in English and Reading for grades 1-8. Suzy has previously taught second grade and 1st grade at BCS. Suzy, and her husband, Wade, attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ and have two BCS graduates.
Job Titles:
- SID & Head Softball
- Sports Information Director & Head
Brentwood Bear Since 2017 Teaching Since 2017 Julie Ann Harper graduated from Harding University with a Bachelor in Early Childhood and a Masters in Reading. She is also the high school cheerleading coach.
Sylvia Burcham holds a B.S. in Elementary Education from ACU with reading and early childhood endorsements. Sylvia and her husband Jay, who is the President of BCS, are parents of one current BCS student and two graduates. They attend the Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Spanish & Assistant Principal
Tania is a graduate of Angelo State University with a Bachelor of Science in Education and a Master of Education in Elementary Education from Texas State University. She is a Texas-certified educator with certification in Elementary Spanish and Bilingual/ESL-Spanish grades 1-8 as well as holding certification as a Principal for grade EC-12. Tania has experience teaching Pre-K through 8th grade most recently at Gattis Elementary as a Dual Language Teacher for 3rd grade. Tania will be teaching Spanish II, Middle School Spanish, and Elementary Spanish. Mrs. Sneed has also served as an Assistant Principal both at Elgin Elementary and Elgin Middle School. Tania has two BCS students, she and her family attend Westside Church of Christ. Mrs. Sneed will also serve as the Associate Principal stepping in when the school's principals must be away from campus. TSNEED@brentwoodchristian.org
Brentwood Bear Since 2018 Teaching Since 2018 Taylor Mayfield holds a B.A. in English from Harding University with a minor in Biblical studies. He and his wife, Amanda, attend Round Rock Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- Director of Academic Advancement, Hol
Tere Hager, Director of Academic Advancement, holds a B.S. in education from ACU and an M.L.S. from Texas Woman's University. She and her husband Mark are the parents of three graduates of BCS, and they attend Westover Hills Church of Christ.
Brentwood Bear Since 2019 Teaching Since 2019 Megan is a graduate of Abilene Christian University Honors College with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies majoring in Education for Early Childhood - 6th Grade and minoring in Bible, Missions & Ministry. Mrs. Fleming also holds a Master's Degree from York College. She completed student teaching at Austin & Taylor Elementary and worked as a tutor at Alpha Scholars and multiple schools in Abilene. Megan is a Brentwood alumna, class of 2015. Megan and her husband, Robert, attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Job Titles:
- CSO
- CTO
- Chief Technology Officer and Chief Security Officer at Brentwood Christian
Wayne Marks serves as the Chief Technology Officer and Chief Security Officer at Brentwood Christian. He studied business administration at UT-El Paso and has over 40 years of progressive technology management experience. Wayne attends Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.
Yen-Ching holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Taipei University and a Master of Arts in Music, Voice Performance from Texas State University. She is credentialed as a Secondary Music Teacher in Taipei, Taiwan and is a member of the Maryland State Music Teachers Association and the Music Teachers National Association. Yen-Ching has over 10 years of experience teaching, conducting, and directing music and choirs. Most notably Yen-Ching served as Music Director and Conductor for the Greater Washington Taiwanese-American Choir in Potomac, Maryland, Music Director for the 2019 Taiwanese American Conference - East Coast and was invited by the Taiwanese government in 2017 to perform at the National Day celebration. Yen-Ching and her husband have two children, the oldest of which will attend BCS in the fall.