Dr. Rachel Hannon - Head of SChool

Dr. Hannon recently moved to Virginia from Tennessee to join the FCA family. She has a doctorate from the University of the Cumberlands in Educational Leadership with a specialization in Mathematics. During her 27 years in education, Dr. Hannon has taught almost every grade from preschool to high school and served in a number of administration positions in both large and small schools. She has a passion for missions and traveling. She has completed short-term trips in several countries and served for 2 years in Russia. Her desire is to see young people grow deeper in their faith and learn to look beyond themselves in an “I”-centric world.

Lisa Moore - Preschool Director & Guidance Director

Mrs. Moore has been serving in Christian education for over 40 years, 10 years teaching and more than 30 years in administration. She is passionate about learning and sharing a love for learning with children. She earned her Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and Psychology from Grace College (Indiana) and her Master’s in Education in School Counseling from the University of Maryland. Some of her favorite podcasts include: The World and Everything In It, Cult of Pedagogy, Breakpoint, and Carey Nieuwhof Leadership.  She enjoys living on a farm with her husband, cows, chickens, pigs, and dog named Buddy.

Cindy Irby - Assistant Head of school & athletic director

Mrs. Irby has been teaching for over 30 years and loves planning events for students and collecting stuffed lions. She graduated with a Bachelor's in education from Liberty University. She has been at FCA for 21 years. She and her husband, Doug, have 2 children, Lexi and Colin, who were both honor graduates of FCA. She also has 2 grandchildren!

Savannah Splechter - English & Reading

Miss. Splechter is a graduate of Regent University with a Bachelor’s in English and completed her Masters degree at Liberty University in December 2023 and is pursuing a doctorate degree. She grew up with a love of reading and a fascination of language and is passionate about exploring literature with a biblical worldview. She is mostly a homebody and loves to read in a comfy chair while hanging out with family and cats, but occasionally likes to go on grand adventures (like a hobbit).

Tracey Fox - Math

Ms. Fox has been teaching at FCA for more than 15 years. She graduated from Word of Life Bible Institute before earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Liberty University. Fun Fact:  Ms. Fox completed her Nursing Degree in 2024 and loves to chase the closest eclipse viewing sites.

Eduardo Soto - Bible

Mr. Soto’s passion is helping others develop a biblical worldview. At home, he is supported by his wife, Betsy, and they nurture three young and rambunctious boys, Teddy, Eli and Ezra. His life verse is Romans 12:2. He received his Bachelor’s degree in religion at Hampden-Sydney and a Master’s in Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary.

Ryan Helminiak - Science

Mr. Helminiak has a BA degree in biology and history from Bowdoin College and studied towards a MDiv degree through Global University. He grew up in Pennsylvania, went to college in Maine, was a missionary in Africa for four years, served as an ordained Assemblies of God minister in Pennsylvania, and most recently taught at a Christian school in North Carolina. He loves following the Lord wherever He leads and is so excited how He led his family to move to Altavista, VA to serve at Faith Christian Academy. He began teaching in schools in 2019 as the Lord called him to teach science from a Biblical worldview to the next generation. He loves to show students how God's glory is revealed through studying His creation and how believing in the authority of God's Word helps us understand all disciplines of science more clearly. He and his wife, Jacky, have four children who are enrolled at Faith Christian Academy. They enjoy getting plugged in to the local Body of Christ!

Barry Fero - algebra I, geometry & business math

Mr. Fero will continue to pastor at First Baptist Church of Millstone in Nathalie, Va and teach part time. He is the proud husband of Shirley, FCA's 1st grade teacher. He taught for many years in California and is a proud father and grandfather. He completed his Master’s in Church Leadership at Liberty University.

nicole bloodgood - middle school history & Reading

Mrs. Bloodgood has been working in the field of education in a variety of school settings, both public and private, for over 15 years. She loves the Lord and sharing her faith with her students.  She has a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, with an extension in Social Studies, and a Master’s degree in Reading Education; both of her degrees were earned at the State University of NY at Oswego.  In her spare time Mrs. Bloodgood enjoys spending time with her family, running and hiking.  She and her husband Tim have two teenage sons and one adult daughter. She has one son at FCA.

meghan williams - Physical Education, Health & Math

Miss. Williams graduated from Liberty University with a degree in Exercise Science. During the summer, she works with Lifeway at their summer camps. She enjoys getting to combine her love for recreation and teaching with her love for Jesus and youth ministry. In her free time, she loves playing sports, especially soccer, staying active and going on fun vacations. 

Linda Rockafellow - 5th Grade

Mrs. Rockafellow is a graduate of Bloomsburg University with a degree in K-8 education and a minor in Education of the Hearing Impaired. She has over 25 years teaching experience in grades K-12 in Christian schools She is passionate about helping students to learn more about the Lord and fostering a love of learning and discovery.

hannah Bussel - 4th grade

Mrs. Bussel is a graduate of Liberty University with a Bachelor’s degree in Health and Physical Education. She is excited to share her passion for education. She loves the ability to share Jesus and the Gospel in her classroom. Mrs. Bussel enjoys engaging in sports and going to the gym. She also enjoys reading and hanging out with friends.

Kim Willard - 3rd Grade

Mrs. Willard loves having the freedom in a Christian school to share Jesus’ love with her students. She has been at FCA for over 25 years. Kim has a Bachelor's in Elementary education from Lee University in Cleveland, TN. 

Mary Anthony - 2nd Grade

Mrs. Anthony was a homeschooling mom to her 3 children and is dedicated to continue teaching and impacting kids. She has always loved working with and teaching children. It is a joy to her to direct children as they grow and learn new skills. Mrs. Anthony has earned her degree in Physical Education as well as her Masters in Adapted Physical Education.

Shirley Fero - 1st Grade

Mrs. Fero loves being able to share Christ with her students on a daily basis. She received her Bachelor's in Education and Business from Liberty University.  She has her ACSI credential and has taught at Christian schools across the country for over 25 years.

Janice Shaffer - Kindergarten

Mrs. Shaffer has been a member of the FCA family for 14 years and has loved helping her students discover the joy of reading. She earned her M.Ed. in elementary education from Liberty University and earned her Bachelor's from Geneva College. 

Jackie Compton - Preschool, K4

Mrs. Compton makes every parent and student that comes into her classroom feel like the most important person she’s ever met. Her genuine love for God and others stems from a strong foundation of knowing who she in in Christ. Mrs. Compton has taught preschool at FCA for over 15 years; she considers it her “Happy Place.”

Juli Tuggle - Preschool, K4

Before becoming a stay-at-home mom, she enjoyed working at a Christian daycare center for several years. She also had the opportunity to work with the elementary aged kids in the extended care program before accepting the preschool teaching position. She is excited to help educate young minds and share the love of Jesus with her students.

kERI wEDDLE - Preschool, K4

Ms. Weddle is a graduate from Liberty University with a degree in Family and Child Development. She has a passion for young children and desire to equip them for their next stage in life. She enjoys hiking, reading, and playing games in her free time. 

Cindy Jamerson - Preschool, K3

Mrs. Jamerson has been teaching Preschool at FCA for over 15 years. She and her husband Paul have two sons, both of whom are FCA alumni. This has given her a unique perspective in how to equip very young children with real world skills for adulthood, and every Preschooler is welcomed to her classroom with real respect and a real smile!

Brittany Motley - Preschool, K3

Miss. Motley is an alumna of FCA and has been working with preschoolers for years. She earned her Bachelors in Family and Child Development from Liberty University. Brittany loves reading and spending time with her family. She enjoys teaching children and promoting literacy.

Ruth Anne Adams - Fine Arts, Music & Technology

Mrs. Adams loves to hear her music students “sing for Jesus.” She received her Bachelor's degree from Liberty University and has been teaching with us for over 15 years. All three of her children graduated from Faith Christian Academy and two of them serve as tech support at FCA.

Lexi bell - Librarian, Marketing & Enrollment

Mrs. Bell is an alumna of FCA. She earned a Bachelor’s in Merchandising and Business from Liberty University. She has a background in marketing and graphic design. Mrs. Bell loves to read and wants to help inspire children to gain a love for literature. She and her husband Matt have 2 children who attend FCA.

Carrie Ayers - Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Ayers loves to be outside or have the beauty of nature around her. She has two children at FCA and enjoys being around students. Mrs. Ayers answers phones, hands out bandaids, and keeps things organized.

Debbie Dalton - Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Dalton has served at FCA for over 30 years. Debbie and her husband mark have 2 daughter who attended FCA. She earned her LPN degree from South Boston Regional School of Nursing. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, biking, and most of all spending time with family.

Amy Moore - Administrative Assistant

Mrs. Moore received a Bachelor’s degree from JMU in Psychology and a VA Special Education teaching license. She taught for 9 years before becoming a stay-at-home mom. She has three daughters at FCA and is looking forward to serving teachers, students, and families.

Jacky Helminiak – Elementary Aide

Rose Shelton - Learning Center

Valerie Parker - Learning Center

MAria Midkiff - Financials

Missions Trips

We believe that overseas and stateside mission trips play a pivotal role in helping young people develop a heart for serving and loving others.

Summer Learning Camps

Every summer, students from across the community attend learning camps that highlight the arts, science, aviation, culinary arts, history, and athletics.

Community Partnerships

We build relationships with local businesses, churches, and civic groups. Relationships foster teamwork that will transform our community for the next generation.