Administrative Staff

		Superintendent Mr. Randy Carman. As superintendent of Lakewood, I am privileged to work in our school with some of the finest Christian educators and students in the country. God is doing some tremendous things at Lakewood and I am grateful and privileged to be a part of it. It is a pleasure to minister here and watch both students and families grow in their educational and spiritual experience. Challenging them to pursue a real relationship with Christ wherever God calls them to minister is one of my particularly favorite parts of the work. I love seeing our students learn the truth and take hold of it to make a difference in their own lives, the lives of their friends, and the lives of the people with whom they will learn and work. Lakewood has been home for me since 2003. My work and ministry experience prior to Lakewood includes eight years as a faculty member, administrator, and Vice-President for Student Development at Davis College in Binghamton, New York, and six years on the leadership team of a sports memorabilia and trading card company. Additionally, I spent three years working with the Binghamton City School District leading a 21st Century Learning Center to serve at-risk students. This was a unique opportunity to involve Christian college students in the teaching, counseling and leading of public school students. Throughout the years, I have had the opportunity to teach young people in many venues including coaching basketball for both boys and girls, from teams of five-year olds to high school to college teams. Coaching and developing youth in any sport or area is always enjoyable for me. Other ministry experience includes serving the Lord in the local church as a leader of adult Bible studies, deacon, and in children’s ministries; and leading mission trips to the urban center of Kingston, Jamaica. My formal education includes a bachelor of science from Baptist Bible College (PA) in secondary education / social studies with a Bible major and a Master of Arts in Counseling from Marywood University (Scranton, PA). I have completed the coursework for my Doctorate of Education in Organizational Leadership from Indiana Wesleyan University and am in the process of completing my dissertation. My informal education continues daily as I learn from our students, faculty, families, board and the many gifted individuals God uses to try to make me more like Him. rcarman@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 217
		Elementary Principal Mrs. Linda Pearson As principal of Lakewood, God has allowed me to work within the very passion of my heart, which is to partner with parents in educating and discipling young children on Biblical principals. Deuteronomy 11:19 clearly gives parents full responsibility for the spiritual development of their children, during every moment of the day. It is my goal to work with parents in raising spiritual champions. I firmly believe that children flourish when parents, a local church, and a school all are saying the same message in a consistent manner. If current research on spiritual development is correct, a child’s spiritual foundation is largely in place by the age of nine. That makes the elementary years of education of extremely important. I am excited about all that God is doing at Lakewood and am humbled to be a partner with such awesome parents. Personally, I have been married thirty three years and have raised two sons. My husband is Jim, and he is the senior pastor at Brookside Church in Fort Wayne. We enjoy being in ministry together and love the ministry of our church. My oldest son is married and lives in Florida. My youngest son is a junior in college at The University of Indianapolis. Both of my sons are avid golfers and awesome men. Personally, when I find some free time I love to read and enjoy cooking from scratch. Professionally, I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Ohio State University and a Master’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. I have enjoyed teaching kindergarten, first grade, second grade, and sixth grade in both public and private education. In recent years, I have served as Children’s Ministries Director at Brookside Church. I am excited about all that Lakewood is currently offering their families and believe that we have exciting years ahead of us. I am committed to seeing each child become all that they can be within their unique design of personality and gift mix. I am always eager to meet parents so that we can work together for the benefit of their child. lpearson@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 244
		High School Principal Mr. Mike Christner I am the secondary school (7th – 12th grade) principal for Lakewood Park Christian School. I have lived in and around the Auburn area for the majority of my life. Upon graduation from DeKalb High School in 1994, I spent one year at Greenville College in Illinois. The following year, I transferred to Grace College and obtained a Bachelor of Science in General and Physical Science in 1998. The next year and a half were spent at IPFW taking my teaching licensure classes and doing my student teaching, which I completed just prior to the year 2000. From 2000 – 2003, I taught 6th and 7th grade science at Central Noble Middle School. I really enjoyed the students and the school, but felt a leading to make a change. For the 2003 – 2004 school year, I agreed to take on a teaching position in science at Lakewood Park. Just before the year started, I was asked to handle the discipline for that school year. Over the course of the year, the job evolved into “Interim Principal.” Eventually, I interviewed for the full-time position with the Lakewood school board and was offered my current position. I am extremely fortunate to have a very loving and supportive wife, Terri, and two children, Mikey and Avery. I have the luxury of having both of my kids here at school with me, and they have both enjoyed being at the school. When I find spare time, I generally like to relax in the common interests of my kids. We all enjoy sports, video games, board games, and Star Wars. While being in administration wasn’t originally a life goal of mine, I have experienced a great amount of blessings, joy, and challenges through this job. It allows me to interact with students in and out of the classroom and develop a rapport with them that I still enjoy. mchristner@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 239
		Athletic Director Coach Don Davis I graduated from Baptist Bible College in 2001, with a degree in Bible and Physical Education. I am certified with the ACSI as a Health and PE teacher. I am also certified through the American Sport Education Program as an amateur coach. Throughout college and my time as a coach, I have had awesome opportunities to travel around the world putting on basketball camps and clinics for young boys and girls. I have been able to teach basketball and also spread the good news of Christ and what He has done for each one of us. After college I filled the positions of the Athletic Director, varsity soccer coach, varsity basketball coach, and PE teacher at New Life Christian School in Dunellen, New Jersey. At New Life, I was able to learn and grow tremendously as God prepared me to come to Lakewood Park Christian School in 2003. I am very excited about being at Lakewood and the awesome potential that is here. I see the school growing and affecting all of DeKalb County, not only through sports, but each and every program it offers. I am committed to running and developing an excellent athletic program at Lakewood Park Christian School. ddavis@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 238

 

School Office Staff

Mrs. Jessica Davis is in charge of Student Services and works closely with the secondary principal to meet the need of students in grades 7 – 12. She tracks student schedules, grades, locker numbers, and other data.		Student Services Coordinator Mrs. Jessica Davis jdavis@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 216	Athletic Secretary Ms. Angela Phillips. aphillips@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 238
Mrs. Cheri Kipfer and Mrs. Michelle Harvey work in the bookkeeping office. Mrs. Kipfer is Accounts Receivable and can answer questions about any invoices for tuition, Design, piano lessons, etc. Mrs. Harvey is Accounts Payable and handles payroll, payment of bills, ordering, etc.		Accounts Receivable Mrs. Cheri Kipfer ckipfer@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 233	Accounts Payable Mrs. Michelle Harvey mharvey@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 218
Mrs. Colleen McCarthy is Mr. Carman's Administrative Assistant. She also keeps track of data related to the student list, family directory, school calendar and alumni directory. Mrs. McCarthy is also responsible for tracking Jogathon pledges, Golf Marathon pledges, bus schedules, and works on many special projects that occur throughout the year. Mrs. Julie Hess began working at the school in 1998. She worked in the athletic office prior to working in the school office. She currently manages public relations, marketing, event planning, and fundraising for the school. Julie's husband, Deron works as the IT Director for the school, and she has two daughters that attend Lakewood Park.		Administrative Assistant Mrs. Colleen McCarthy cmccarthy@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 219	Public Relations Mrs. Julie Hess jhess@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 236
		Receptionist Mrs. Sandy Casselman 260-925-1393

 

Food Service Staff

Mrs. Joyce Woodard, the food service director, plans and helps prepare hot meals, salad bar, and some a la carte items for our students every day. Hot lunch and salad bar are $2.40 per day for elementary students and include milk or juice. It is the same price for students in grades 7 – 12 but a beverage is not included. Friday is Pizza Day. Mrs. Woodard is assisted by Mrs. Kummer, Mrs. Cummins, Mrs. Kaufman, and Mrs. Schwab.		Mrs. Joyce Woodard, director jwoodard@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 240	Mrs. Teresa Cummins 260-925-1393 ext. 228
		Mrs. Cheryl Kummer	Mrs. Jane Kaufman
		Mrs. Diane Schwab

 

Information Technology

Deron Hess has been working on the computer systems at Lakewood as a volunteer for many years. He took over the position as IT Director for the 2004-2005 school year. He works full time as the IT Director for Master Spas in Fort Wayne. Deron's wife, Julie works at the school, and he has two daughters that attend Lakewood Park.		Mr. Deron Hess. dhess@lakewoodpark.org

 

 

Maintenance and Cleaning Staff

The maintenance and cleaning staff at Lakewood recognize the importance of well-kept grounds and well-maintained facilities. The church and school staff work together to keep everything safe, sparkling clean, neat, painted, and up-to-date. Some staff work days, some evenings, and some weekends. If you are in the building during the school day, you will see one or more of the following individuals:		Mr. Mike Amstutz	Mrs. Helen Kuffer

School Nurse

Mrs. Sharon Gilbert I am a registered nurse and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from IPFW in the spring of 2007. My nursing experience includes staff nursing in Labor, Delivery, and neonatal nursery. My husband, Paul and I have five children, and we have had students here at Lakewook Park for over 12 years. We attend Angola Assembly of God where we are actively involved in music ministry and are members of the Sunday School Board. Our lives have been filled with children! I am finding school nursing is a rewarding experience and I am enjoying the students. My goal is to minister to the health needs of the students and provide health information within a Christian environment. sgilbert@lakewoodpark.org or nurse@lakewoodpark.org 260-925-1393 ext. 234

SCRIP Office

Mrs. Terez Zorger has been working in the SCRIP office for five years now. She had two sons graduate from Lakewood. SCRIP is a way in which families can help raise funds for the school while reducing their personal tuition account at the same time, through gift certificate purchases. For more information regarding the SCRIP program, please click here.

SCRIP Mrs. Terez Zorger 260-925-1393 ext. 236

ElementaryTeacher Aides

Mrs. Gayle McGuiggan, Mrs. Jean Roberts, Mrs. Dawn Yoder, Mrs. Lisa Day and Sherrie Chambers are the support staff for the elementary teachers. They supervise the before-school holding room from 7:15 – 7:50 a.m., act as traffic guards before and after school, monitor the lunchroom, help in the classroooms, and make sure the playground is a fun but safe place for noon recess.		Mrs. Gayle McGuiggan gmcguiggan@lakewoodpark.org	Mrs. Jean Roberts.
		Mrs. Dawn Yoder	Mrs. Lisa Day
		Mrs. Sherrie Chambers