Every day that school is in session, our faculty—the teachers, coaches, staff, and leaders at Westbury Christian—come eager and ready to encourage and inspire our students to learn and grow.  The lessons and activities that our students experience each day exist because of the diligent efforts of our faculty.  Through the course of the year, they continue to grow as professionals and demonstrate a passion for our school and Wildcats.

Ms. Lund, high school Spanish teacher, completed her Master of Science degree in Learning, Technology and Design from HBU this spring.  She is our most recent faculty member to complete her graduate degree, joining 15 of our faculty with advance degrees.  She also inspires the four other faculty members currently completing a M.Ed. program. 

Mrs. Sandahl, school receptionist, celebrates 45 years at the school this May.  During that time, she’s done everything from welcoming guests to Mundy Hall to teaching preschool classes.  It’s a milestone worth celebrating, but rest assured she will be back for Year 46 this fall.  Mr. Ramirez also celebrates a big milestone this spring—30 years serving at WCS.  He also will continue to serve next year, but we couldn’t be more grateful for his work and talents the past three decades!

We celebrate a lot of milestones at our final faculty luncheon at the end of the school year and recognize many individuals for their years of service.  Mrs. Adams (25 years) and Mrs. Keese (20 years) join the “20+ Club” this spring. Their commitment to our students over the years has made a lasting impact on the school.  The average tenure is 10 years at WCS, a reflection of the passionate commitment to the school and Christian education.

We are also celebrating our Teachers and Coaches of the Year.  In Lower School, Mrs. Reynolds (Kinder/First) was recognized as the award winner.  Mrs. Archer noted that “She is a woman of tremendous faith, who constantly prays for her students, fellow teachers, the administration, and the school at large. Mrs. Reynolds shows a deep love for all her students, and they love her in return, as evidenced by the never-ending hugs she receives each day.”  Mrs. Reynolds was joined by Coach Okwuonu (HS Science/Bible) who was recognized as both the Upper School Teacher of the Year and the Middle School Coach of the Year.  “His uplifting spirit is such an inspiration and he pushes us to be the best we can be,” says upperclassman Joey C. “He starts every day asking us to say good things, and we end by saying the words ‘We are special.’ No matter how bad of a day someone can be having, every time they leave his class they leave with a smile on their face.”

Their work in the classroom mirrored the work of Coach Chance, who was recognized as our High School Coach of the Year.  Not only does she inspire many of our students to participate in different athletic activities and successfully lead our volleyball and soccer teams, she also regularly volunteers to support our fine arts events and other activities on campus. “Coach Chance is the model Westbury Christian Coach. She is a great leader who coaches with great love, character and consistency. Coach Chance has the gift to develop new players as well as the discipline to stretch the more advanced athlete. Coach Chance is an example of the impact that coaches have on student-athletes.” says Athletic Director, Coach Carr. 

We are grateful for all 65 of our faculty and staff members and the way they impact our campus, and we look forward to partnering with our families for another school year this fall.