Staff Directory
- Hometown
- Whittier, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2020
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Psalms 91
- Education
BA in Teacher Education from Point Loma Nazarene University
- Hometown
- Brea, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Philippians 1:6 “Be confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus”
- Education
PE credential at Hope International University
Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from University of Illinois
- Hometown
- Lake Zurich, IL
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” -Ferris Bueller
- Education
Ph.D Economics
M.S. Mathematical Behavioral Science
M.A. Teaching Mathematics
B.S. Mathematics
B.S. Economics
CA Clear Teaching Credential Math & Econ
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2010
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Life Verse: Isaiah 6:8
Favorite Verse: Jeremiah 29:11
Shawnna Aviles
- Education
BA in Humanities from San Jose State University
- Hometown
- San Jose, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- Fall of 2019
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus
Ana Balos
5th Grade Aide
- Education
BA in Public Relations
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Book of Romans
Brittany Biberston
Patti Biggerstaff
- Education
Cal State Fullerton
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2007
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves: we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. Psalm 100
- Education
Bachelors in Industrial & Organizational Psychology with a Minor in Business Administration, Azusa Pacific University
- Hometown
- Chino Hills, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Proverbs 3:5-6
- Hometown
- Corona, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.” Proverbs 16:24
Kim Burke
- Education
AA in child development
Preschool teaching certificate
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1978
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- 2 Corinthians 5:17
- Education
Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, Pepperdine University
- Hometown
- Laguna Beach, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- 1 Corinthians 13
- Education
California State University, BA Business Administration, concentration in Management Information Systems
- Hometown
- Taichung (Taiwan)
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2019
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.
Monika Cifranic
Collins Climpson
- Education
BA Theology
MA Leadership Studies
CA Teaching Credential
- Hometown
- Claim Yorba Linda Born in Farmington, New Mexico
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1992
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded you to be strong and of good courage, do not be dismayed for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Baylee Cole
- Education
M.A. in Elementary Education from HIU& Multiple Subject Teaching Credential (Hope International University)
- Hometown
- La Mirada/Whittier, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2022
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Acts 2:38
- Education
Santa Fe Christian High School-Solana Beach, CA
Southern California College (AKA-Vanguard University)-BA and MA
- Hometown
- San Diego, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1996
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Ephesians 3:16-17 I pray that God will cause you to be strong in your spirits. God has great and valuable things in heaven to help you with God’s own power. I pray that Christ will make his home in you, as you believe in him. Then you will know God’s love very well. You will be like tress that have roots which go down deep into God’s love. That will make you strong.
- Hometown
- Prescott, AZ
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2022
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. Philippians 2:3-4
Michelle Crosley
Caralin Cruz
Andy Dean
Danielle Denham
Emily DeTevis
- Education
BS in Child Dev. from CSUF, Teaching Credential from Concordia & Masters Degree in Elementary Ed from Concordia.
- Hometown
- Anaheim, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2019
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- I Corinthians 16:13-14 Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong. Do everything in love.
Brooke Douglass
- Hometown
- Anaheim, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2020
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Psalm 91:4 He will cover you with his feathers & under his wings you will find refuge
John Ema
- Education
BS Sports Management
- Hometown
- Placentia
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2015
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Galatians 6:9
- Education
Bachelors Degree in Psychology
- Hometown
- La Mirada
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Matthew 11:28
Kevin Estes
Crissy Estes
- Hometown
- Fullerton, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- John 3:16
- Hometown
- Diamond Bar, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- My favorite Bible verse is Joshua 1:9!
Kellie Fair
- Education
AA Early Childhood Development
Administration Cert
- Hometown
- Fullerton, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1999
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “I have told you these things so that in me you may have peace, in this world you will have trouble, but take heart for I have overcome the world “John 16:33
Maria Favela
Michelle Fernandez
Jen Fiamengo
Kim Forrest
5th – 8th Grade Teacher, Yearbook Advisor, Activities Director
- Education
BA Physical Education, Azusa Pacific University
Bible Minor, Azusa Pacific University
Art Center College of Design
- Hometown
- San Diego, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1978
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Jeremiah 29:11
- Education
Bachelors Degree in Liberal Studies
Educational Specialist Credential in Mild/Mod Special Education
Masters Degree in Special Education
- Hometown
- Corona, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- 1 John 4:18-19 “There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. We love because he first loved us.”
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2007 and again in 2012
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9
- Education
Child Development at Fullerton College
- Hometown
- Brea, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
- Hometown
- Brea, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.” Philippians 4:12 NIV
Brianna Gamez
7th grade Bible teacher, 8th grade Math 8 and STEM teacher
- Education
I went to Hope International University where I studied education with a concentration in mathematics. While I was there, I also had the privilege of being able to pursue a minor in Biblical Studies.
- Hometown
- Valencia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2020
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Galatians 2:20
- Education
I have an associates degree in psychology and sociology. I have been working with kids for four years.
- Hometown
- Ontario, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” Hebrews 13:8
Wendy Garcia
Elementary Activities Secretary
- Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology.
- Hometown
- Anaheim, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
Angelina Garibay
Rachel Genberg
Kelley Gibson
- Education
Bachelor of Science, Chapman University
Early Childhood Education, Santiago Canyon College
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- I have so many….I can’t pick just one!
- Education
BA, English
- Hometown
- Orange, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- 2 Corinthians 4:18 “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”
Chase Gray
- Education
BA Cal State Fullerton + additional units
- Hometown
- Summit, NJ
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1997
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
Krystal Guerrero
Erin Gustavson
Heidi Handlos
- Education
Early Education Certificate
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1986
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Matthew 6:34
Janet Harvey
Instructional Aide
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2016
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
Bailey Head
- Education
BA in Liberal Studies, Multiple Subjects Life Credential, ACSI credential, CLAD certificate, GATE certificate
- Hometown
- Fullerton, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- My life verse is Psalm 37:4, “Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.”
- Education
CSUF Class of 2005 – BS in Child and Adolescent Development, Minor in Human Services
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2015
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- John 13:34
- Education
Hope International University
National University
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2019
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight.”
Carissa Holden
- Hometown
- Garden Grove
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2015
- Education
-BA in world arts and cultures with an emphasis in dance from ucla
-BS in psychology from ucla
-Certificate in early childhood education from Santiago canyon college
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2018
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;.
Vanessa Ilharreguy
Michelle Jo
Pre-K Teacher at LFPS, EDUCATION, Bachelors in Communicative Disorders with a Minor in Child Development
- Hometown
- Brea, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2014
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Encourage one another with the hope you have. Build each other up. -1 Thessalonians 5:11
Madalyn Johnston
2nd Grade Instructional Aide
- Education
AA
- Hometown
- Orange, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2006
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Psalm 139
- Education
BS- Marketing Management Cal Poly Pomona
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Philippians 4:13
Cindy Kawaja
- Education
BA in Arts, Korea
- Hometown
- Seoul, Korea
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2019
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “Blessed are the in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:3
- Education
BA from Biola University
MA from CSUF
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2012
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Isaiah 41:10
Kendall Kohlenberger
Instructional Aide for Success
- Education
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from California Baptist University
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2020
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” John 13:34-35
- Education
BA-Liberal arts
Multiple subject clear credential
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Romans 12:2
Christy Kyong
Carrie Lahaie
David Landers
- Education
Ed.D.
M.Ed.
BA
- Hometown
- Pasadena, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Psalm 121 1
- Education
BA in Psychology, my multiple subject teaching credential, and I will graduate this December with my Masters in Education. All from Hope International University.
- Hometown
- Orange, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2019
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Jeremiah 29:11
Debbie Leyva
- Education
BA in Science of Management.
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2019
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Proverbs 3:5-6 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”
- Education
California State University, Fullerton
Bachelor of Science, Child and Adolescent Development
- Hometown
- Fullerton, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2022
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- My favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 41:10
Kim Lott
FCPS Support Staff
- Hometown
- Anaheim Hills
- Joined Friends
- 2006
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Philipians 41:1
- Education
BS Cal Poly Pomona
Teaching Credential Cal State Fullerton
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1995
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Isaiah 40:31
Sophia Makshanoff
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2022
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “One hundred years from now
It won’t matter
What kind of car I drove
What kind of house I lived in
How much money I had in the bank
Nor what my cloths looked like
BUT
The world may be a little better
Because, I was important
In the life of a child.”
Forest Witcraft
- Education
B.S. in Child and Adolescent Development at CSUF
Credential from National University
Masters in Educational Technology from American College of Education
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 1999
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- I love both Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future” and Deuteronomy 31:6 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”
- Hometown
- Mooresville, NC
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2011
- Education
BS / USC
MS / USC
- Hometown
- Brea, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2014
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Proverbs 3:5-6
Brandon Mercurio
- Education
Studied education and child development at Whittier College
- Hometown
- Whittier, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2019
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Philippians 4:13-“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
Steven Morford
7th Grade World History Teacher, 7th Grade Business Teacher, Varsity Volleyball Head Coach, Cross Country Head Coach, Volleyball Camp Director, 5th Grade PE Teacher
- Education
Bachelor’s Degree – Business Administration with Concentration in Marketing – CSUF
Master’s Degree – Education – National University
Single Subject Teaching Credential – History
- Hometown
- Glendora, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 1985 – 91 and then again 2005
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Nicole Morrissey
Sinai Munoz
Melissa Navarro
Rebecca Nelson
2nd Grade Teacher
- Education
High School Diploma – Valencia High School – Placentia, CA
B.S. Elementary Education & Minor in Psychology – Grand Canyon University – Phoenix, AZ
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Philippians 4:6-7
- Education
BS – Liberal Studies from Westmont College
Multiple Subject CA Teaching Credential
Masters – Education: Teacher Leadership from University of Phoenix
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2008
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Proverbs 3:5-6
- Education
BA from Biola University
Masters of Education, Biola University
- Hometown
- Cypress, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2018
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Philippians 4:4-8
Brigette Pambogo
- Education
MA of Education – San Diego State University
- Hometown
- Anaheim Hills
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2020
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God.”
Andrias Patterson
Kristine Pedrosa
- Education
CSU Fresno – BA Psychology
CSU Fresno – MS Psychology
McColl School of Business at Queens (Charlotte, NC) – MBA
- Hometown
- Tehachapi, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- James 1:27
- Education
BA from Hope International University
Masters in process from Hope International University
- Hometown
- Bettendorf, Iowa
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2020
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- 2 Timothy 1:7 “For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self discipline.”
Crisie Pitzer
Daycare/Lunch Supervisor
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2004
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your mind, with all your soul and with all your strength. Mark 12:30
- Education
BA. in Psychology from San Diego State
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential from Cal State Long Beach
STEM Certified Teacher from National Institution of STEM Education
MS in STEM Leadership from American College of Education
- Hometown
- Huntington Beach, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2007
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Psalm 19:7-8
Lisa Qsar
Brittany Rosso
- Education
Bachelors, Credential, and Masters from Cal State Fullerton
- Hometown
- Fullerton, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5 KJV
- Education
BA in Human Development from UC San Diego
MA in Elementary Inclusive Ed from Columbia University
Multiple Subject CA Teaching Credential
- Hometown
- Porter Ranch, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2022
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Psalm 23: 1-2
Nellie Salcedo
- Education
Bachelors of science , human development.
Graduate of Hope International University.
- Hometown
- Orange, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2020
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- He Says, “Be Still, And Know that I Am The Lord.” Psalm 46
- Education
Counseling M.A.
History B.A. Secondary Teaching Certification
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- Spring of 2018
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5-6
- Education
BA in Liberal Studies -CSUF
Multi-Subject Teaching Credential- Cal Poly Pomona
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- Started in February 2020 as an IA in first grade. (Had been an IA and sub in 2009 for 3 years)
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- I have many Bible verses that are my favorite. I think right now my favorite is Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
- Education
B.A. in Criminal Justice from Cal State Fullerton
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- Yes
- Joined Friends
- 2007
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.”
Whitney Siefken
8th grade U.S. History, 8th grade Video Production elective, 7th grade Bible
- Education
B.A. History (Secondary Education), Biola University
Biblical and Theological Studies minor
- Hometown
- Bend, OR
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2022
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9
Kim Smith
Julie Spielman
Director of Preschools
- Education
BA Sociology, Biola University, Minor in Biblical & Theological Studies, Minor in Spanish
MA Education: School Counseling, Azusa Pacific University
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2018
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Colossians 3:17 “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
- Education
Bachelors degree from Westmont College
Teaching Credential and Masters in Education at National University
- Hometown
- La Palma, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2016
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Joshua 1:9 -Be strong and Courageous, do not be terrified or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
- Education
B.A. Economics, Westmont College
K-12 Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, C.S.U.F
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2014
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Ephesians 4:1-3
I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, 2 with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, 3 eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Summer Stys
Aissa Sundstrom
- Education
BS Education – USC
MA Early Childhood Education – Chapman University
MA Administration and Leadership – Hope International University
- Hometown
- Buena Park, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2006
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7
- Hometown
- Cali girl
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2007
- Education
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration – Marketing, Minor Communications
California Teaching Credential
Masters of Education, Emphasis – Social and Emotional Learning
- Hometown
- Chino Halls, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2021
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6
Kim Tompkins
Support Staff, Friends Christian Preschool
- Education
Early Childhood Education Units
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2016
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirt. Roman’s 15:13
- Education
B.A. from UCLA
Teaching Credential from CSULB
Law Degree from Pepperdine University
- Hometown
- Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2014
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Ashley Wakeman
Ashley Wallach
- Education
Biola University
- Hometown
- Odessa, TX; Morongo Valley, CA; Yorba Linda, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- Romans 8:28
Katelin Welch
Kristi Wells
Chad Westenbroek
Danielle White
Noreen Wicker
Christen Wright
- Hometown
- Placentia, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2013 & 2023
Esther Yoon
Seleste Zevallos
FCPS Assistant Director
- Education
BA in Business Finance – Cal State Fullerton
- Hometown
- Buena Park, CA
- FCS Alum
- No
- Joined Friends
- 2017
- Favorite Bible Verse (or Life Verse)
- The grass withers and the flowers fade, but the word of our God stands forever. Isaiah 40:8
Shane Zubas
