Meet our staff (Complete Bios in progress!)
Mrs. Amy Will - Administrator & Middle / High School Bible Teacher (7th through 12th)
Mrs. Will joined our staff as Administrator in the fall of 2014. She holds a B.A. in Psychology as well as a Master of Arts degree in Psychology with a special emphasis in child and family therapy from Geneva College. She graduated with honors and has worked in many different settings including working as the Director of an alternative school for children for 10 years. Mrs. Will also maintained a private Christian counseling office for 12 years. She and her husband Matthew have two children, Elisabeth, a graduate of FCA and Aaron who attends FCA. Together they own and operate Freedom Metals Mfg. Outside of school the Will's give horseback riding lessons and show Quarter Horses. As a family, they attend church at Faith Assembly in Roaring Spring, PA. "I feel very blessed to be called to this place of ministry. The Lord gives me an amazing opportunity every day to touch young lives and guide students in their personal relationship with the Him. It is also a precious gift to work with a staff, board members, and families who love the Lord and seek to serve Him."
Mrs. Will joined our staff as Administrator in the fall of 2014. She holds a B.A. in Psychology as well as a Master of Arts degree in Psychology with a special emphasis in child and family therapy from Geneva College. She graduated with honors and has worked in many different settings including working as the Director of an alternative school for children for 10 years. Mrs. Will also maintained a private Christian counseling office for 12 years. She and her husband Matthew have two children, Elisabeth, a graduate of FCA and Aaron who attends FCA. Together they own and operate Freedom Metals Mfg. Outside of school the Will's give horseback riding lessons and show Quarter Horses. As a family, they attend church at Faith Assembly in Roaring Spring, PA. "I feel very blessed to be called to this place of ministry. The Lord gives me an amazing opportunity every day to touch young lives and guide students in their personal relationship with the Him. It is also a precious gift to work with a staff, board members, and families who love the Lord and seek to serve Him."
Mrs. Kerri Sarver - Asst. Administrator & Middle / High School Heritage Studies Teacher (7th through 12th)
Mrs. Sarver has been with the school since August 2010. She holds a B.A. Degree in History from Lycoming College and received her Pennsylvania Teaching Certification after completing the Teacher Intern Program at Wilson College. She also holds a PA private school license for History and has her ACSI Teaching certification in History as well. Mrs. Sarver is also ACSI Certified at a Secondary Principal. In addition, Mrs. Sarver has graduate level credits through Regent University and Indiana Wesleyan University in Christian school administration. Mrs. Sarver teaches U.S. History, World History, Geography, Government, Economics and PA History. Mrs. Sarver attends Time Ministries Church in Bedford where she teaches the Adult Life Enrichment class. Additionally, Mrs. Sarver is a U.S. Army and Pennsylvania Army National Guard Veteran with 14 years of combined service. When not at school or church, Mrs. Sarver enjoys reading and spending time with her husband Larry and her two miniature dachshunds, Jasper and Frank. "It has been such a blessing to work with the faculty and students of FCA. I love teaching the next generation about God's hand in shaping world events and how to become a good Biblical Citizen."
Mrs. Sarver has been with the school since August 2010. She holds a B.A. Degree in History from Lycoming College and received her Pennsylvania Teaching Certification after completing the Teacher Intern Program at Wilson College. She also holds a PA private school license for History and has her ACSI Teaching certification in History as well. Mrs. Sarver is also ACSI Certified at a Secondary Principal. In addition, Mrs. Sarver has graduate level credits through Regent University and Indiana Wesleyan University in Christian school administration. Mrs. Sarver teaches U.S. History, World History, Geography, Government, Economics and PA History. Mrs. Sarver attends Time Ministries Church in Bedford where she teaches the Adult Life Enrichment class. Additionally, Mrs. Sarver is a U.S. Army and Pennsylvania Army National Guard Veteran with 14 years of combined service. When not at school or church, Mrs. Sarver enjoys reading and spending time with her husband Larry and her two miniature dachshunds, Jasper and Frank. "It has been such a blessing to work with the faculty and students of FCA. I love teaching the next generation about God's hand in shaping world events and how to become a good Biblical Citizen."
Mrs. Lana Blackburn - Middle / High School Math and Science Teacher (7th through 12th)
Mrs. Blackburn is a graduate of Appalachian Bible College, graduating with highest honors and holding a B.A. in Bible and Elementary Education. Her previous experience includes three years as a christian school teacher and four years of homeschooling. Mrs. Blackburn has been with FCA since 2017. She and her husband have five children, who are all attending FCA. Mrs. Blackburn is a member of Bedford Bible Church and enjoys helping with the children's ministries, including nursery, VBS, and a Wednesday evening children's class during the summer months. "In 2001 the Lord placed a call on my life to serve Him in full time ministry. Since that time, I have always strived to do just that. I have always loved teaching and am so thankful for the opportunity to serve my Savior in this way."
Mrs. Blackburn is a graduate of Appalachian Bible College, graduating with highest honors and holding a B.A. in Bible and Elementary Education. Her previous experience includes three years as a christian school teacher and four years of homeschooling. Mrs. Blackburn has been with FCA since 2017. She and her husband have five children, who are all attending FCA. Mrs. Blackburn is a member of Bedford Bible Church and enjoys helping with the children's ministries, including nursery, VBS, and a Wednesday evening children's class during the summer months. "In 2001 the Lord placed a call on my life to serve Him in full time ministry. Since that time, I have always strived to do just that. I have always loved teaching and am so thankful for the opportunity to serve my Savior in this way."
Mrs. Vicki Jones - Middle / High School English Teacher (7th through 12th)
Mrs. Rebecca Cogan - 5th & 6th Grade Teacher
Miss Mandi Bloom - 3rd & 4th Grade Teacher
Mrs. Leslie Weaver - 1st & 2nd Grade Teacher
Mrs. Weaver holds a B.S. Degree in Early Childhood Education from Penn State University. Also, she is certified as an English as a Second Language Program specialist, and has completed 15 graduate level courses, with a focus on reading and literacy. Mrs. Weaver joined FCA in 2018, but has many years of teaching experience, mostly teaching early learners in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade. In addition, she has taught reading intervention classes for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6. As an ESL instructor, Leslie teaches English on line to international students. While working from home, she also home-schooled her own children for three years. Mrs. Weaver and her family are members of Faith Brethren Bible Church, where she teaches Junior Church, helps with Vacation Bible School, and sings in the church choir. She enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors. She enjoys flowers and hummingbirds. "I have always loved teaching, and I am especially excited that I was called to serve the Lord by teaching at FCA. I will strive to help my students build a strong foundation in Christ."
Mrs. Weaver holds a B.S. Degree in Early Childhood Education from Penn State University. Also, she is certified as an English as a Second Language Program specialist, and has completed 15 graduate level courses, with a focus on reading and literacy. Mrs. Weaver joined FCA in 2018, but has many years of teaching experience, mostly teaching early learners in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade. In addition, she has taught reading intervention classes for students in Kindergarten through Grade 6. As an ESL instructor, Leslie teaches English on line to international students. While working from home, she also home-schooled her own children for three years. Mrs. Weaver and her family are members of Faith Brethren Bible Church, where she teaches Junior Church, helps with Vacation Bible School, and sings in the church choir. She enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors. She enjoys flowers and hummingbirds. "I have always loved teaching, and I am especially excited that I was called to serve the Lord by teaching at FCA. I will strive to help my students build a strong foundation in Christ."
Mrs. Cindy Grimes - Kindergarten
Mrs. Amy Hess - PreK Teacher
Miss Lydia Musser - Instructional Assistant
Miss Musser is a homeschool graduate, and therefore understands the need for school choice. She has worked with special needs preschoolers for the past four years and has a great passion fo those with challenges. She enjoys serving at a summer camp designed for those with disabilities. Miss Musser also volunteers at Faith Brethren Bible Church in the two- and three-year-old Sunday School class, VBS, and the JOY youth ministry. She is excited to start this new chapter in her life.
Miss Musser is a homeschool graduate, and therefore understands the need for school choice. She has worked with special needs preschoolers for the past four years and has a great passion fo those with challenges. She enjoys serving at a summer camp designed for those with disabilities. Miss Musser also volunteers at Faith Brethren Bible Church in the two- and three-year-old Sunday School class, VBS, and the JOY youth ministry. She is excited to start this new chapter in her life.
Miss Ellen Espenshade - Music
Mrs. Jamey Clark - Art
Mrs. Cathy Hess - School Secretary / Office Manager
Mrs. Hess joined the FCA staff in May of 2015. She has over 40 years of secretarial background and has received many certifications/awards throughout her career. She and her husband, Robert, have two children, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She loves to read, crochet, calligraphy and work puzzles. She attends Faith Brethren Bible Church. "What a blessing from God to be afforded the opportunity to work with so many great students, families, and board members on an everyday basis". "God is surely within the hearts of everyone here".
Mrs. Hess joined the FCA staff in May of 2015. She has over 40 years of secretarial background and has received many certifications/awards throughout her career. She and her husband, Robert, have two children, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She loves to read, crochet, calligraphy and work puzzles. She attends Faith Brethren Bible Church. "What a blessing from God to be afforded the opportunity to work with so many great students, families, and board members on an everyday basis". "God is surely within the hearts of everyone here".