Administrator, Kimberly Soots - Mrs. Soots attended Ball State University from 1976 to 1982. During this time she received degrees in Education and Sociology. She also obtained with the degrees, an endorsment in Reading Instruction.
During the years following her graduation, Mrs Soots worked in the Department of Special Education at Ball State University. While in the department, she worked within the context of a demonstration classroom for the hearing impaired. In this setting, parents, extended family members as well as students from the university, and those desiring a simillar program, visited to observe and participate in the instruction process and teacher training. Mrs. Soots believes that her early work which linked instruction for children and parents as well as teacher training, prepared her to meet the needs of CCS families and faculty members.
Mrs. Soots began her ministry at CCS in 1990 working with the board of directors and family group to develop a plan to expand the school. At that time there were about 57 students enrolled at CCS. Today, God has blessed us with many more students and the best is still to come!

Bookkeeping, Sheri Hickman - Mrs Hickman has been with CCS since 1999. She earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Accounting from Indiana University. She is married to Dave Hickman. They have three boys, Matthew, Micah and Josh and a daughter, Allie. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading and crafts.

Administrative Assistant, Terri Widau - Mrs. Widau has worked at CCS since 1998. While at CCS she has worked in many different areas. Currently she is working as an Executive Assistant/IT Director. She is married to Mike Widau and they have 2 children, Kristen and Brice. "I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, and traveling."

Pre-Kindergarten, Maria Haber - Mrs. Haber began her CCS career in 2005 as First Grade Aide. In 2006, she began teaching in the Pre-Kindergarten classroom. She enjoys boating, kayaking and reading. "I feel blessed to be at CCS and working with your children."

Kindergarten/Fifth Grade, Joan Frame - Mrs. Frame has worked in education since 1984, 20 years at CCS. She earned a Bachelors of Science from IUPUI. Mrs. Frame also has earned a Masters of Education from Indiana Wesleyan. She is married to Dave and has 2 children & 5 grandchildren. She enjoys reading, spending time with her 5 grandchildren & collecting lighthouses.

First Grade, Donna Girdley - Miss Girdley received a B.A. in English from Tennessee Temple University and a B.A. in Elementary Education from Louisana Baptist University. She has worked in education since 1974. Miss Girdley enjoys reading, music and writing. God used Isaiah 54:13 to lead Miss Girdley into Christian Education: "All your children will be taught by the Lord and great will be the peace of your nation."

Second Grade, Mary Beth Unger - Mrs. Unger received a Bachelor of Science from Maranatha Baptist Bible College with a major in Bible and minors in Christian Education and music. She studied elementary mathematics at Indiana University Bloomington. She has worked in education since 1981 and has been with CCS since 1998. She is married to Ed Unger and they have 4 children, Eddie, David, Kenneth and Mark. "I enjoy our four boys, piano, reading, studying the military and teaching second grade in this great place.

Third Grade, Heather Jackson - Mrs. Jackson has worked in Education since 2006. She began her career at CCS as a student teacher in kindergarten and third grade. In October 2007, Mrs. Jackson became a CCS Staff person teaching fourth grade. She is married to Dan and they have two children, Cassity and Jessica who attend CCS.

Fourth Grade, Candace Yount - Mrs. Yount began teaching fourth grade at CCS in 2008. She recently had her first child, Rebekah, in October 2008.

Fifth Grade/Middle School Math/French, Heather Thomas - Mrs. Thomas has worked in education since 2000 and has been at CCS since 2001. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and French, She also has a Teaching Certification in Math.

Fifth Grade/Middle School Science, Tina Locker - Mrs. Locker received her Bachelor of Science in Education - Consumer Science degree from Miami University. She has 18 Master credit hours from Miami University concentrating in Child and Family Studies. Mrs. Locker taught at Brookville High School (OH) before taking time out to have her children. Mrs. Locker has been married to her husband Walt for 20 years, has two children, Megan and Ryan. Mrs. Locker was involved with Bible Study Fellowship for 10 years with 7 of those in leadership. She loves to cook, the outdoors, fishing, camping, and being involved with her church.

Middle School History/Literature/Language, Tammy Root - Mrs Root has worked in education since 1994. She earned a Bachelor of Science from Ball State University. She is continuing education through Indiana Wesleyan. "I love to read, run and travel. I also love teaching Middle Schoolers!"

Music, Anthony Johnson - Mr. Johnson has worked in education for 15 years at CCS since 1998. He received a B.S. in Music Education from Ball State University with a minor in church music. Mr. Johnson has taught private voice and piano since 1992. He enjoys writing and playing Praise and Worship music. Other interests include landscape design and spending time with his wife and children.

Physical Education/Aide - Natasha Middleton-

Bible, Aide, Diana King- Mrs. King has been at CCS since 1998 working as a Teacher's Aide in Kindergarten and as Librarian. She began as Bible Teacher in 2003. She has worked with and taught Jr./Sr. High Youth since 1989. She enjoys spending time with her family, husband Kevin, their two boys, Kyle & Michael & daughter-in-law, Sarah; decorating and trips to "Madison".

Administrative Asst. , Pat VanDuyn- Mrs. VanDuyn began working at The Learning Center in the summer of 2007. She has been with CCS for many years and started out as a Room Mom before becoming an Aide. She has been married to Mike for 20 years and they have 3 daughters. Her youngest daughter, Megan, graduated from CCS in 2005. "I enjoy spending time with my family and friends."

Elementary Math Specialist - Rhonda Price - Mrs. Price has worked in education since 1989 & at CCS since 1996. She earned a B.S. in Elementary Education and an A.A in Liberal Studies. Most recently she has completed her Master's Degree in Elementary Mathematics Education. Mrs. Price is married to Doug Price. The have one daughter, Emily, a student at CCS. Mrs. Price enjoys reading and sewing when she has time.

Educational Advisor, Dr. Jackie Schlichte-Dr. Schlichte is a "friend of CCS". Dr. Schlichte taught at CCS for 14 years, before she taught at Northeastern High School. She received her Doctorate in 2005 in Education with Reading Specialization and Special Education and General Education Cognates. She is currently employed at Earlham College as a Field Supervisor and Instructor. One of the components of her job includes Outreach to the community schools - a consulting ministry of Earlham's MAT Program.

Extended Care, Mindi Newton -Mrs. Newton has worked at CCS since 2007 beginning as an aide in PK and Music. In 2008, she began working as the afternoon and evening extended care lead person. Mrs. Newton and her husband, Chad, have two children, Cherish and Elijah. She enjoys Nascar and her family.

Recess/Fourth Grade Bible/PE Aide, Rodney Shelley - Mr. Shelley began working for CCS in 2007. He is Pastor of Twin Creek Church. Mr. Shelley is married to Kathy and they have three children, Elijah, Levi, and Jenna, all attending CCS. Mr. Shelley's hobbies include acting like a middle schooler and harrassment of the staff! Joking aside, he is a joy to have in our building.