Middle School &  High School  Administrative Team

Mr. Al Hearne II, Principal

Began ministering at RCS in 2002

Colleges: BA in General Ministry and Social Science from Bethany University, Masters of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary, California Teaching Credential from Chapman University
 
High school: Central Valley Christian, Visalia California 

Hobbies: Golfing, reading, drinking coffee

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Favorite verse: Romans 12:1-2, "Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."

Mr. Dale Huemoeller, Assistant Principal, Dean of Boys

Began ministering at RCS in 1993.

Teaches: Algebra A

Colleges: BA in Physical Science from Northwest Nazarene College. MA in Educational Leadership from Chapman University. 

High school: Fremont Christian High School

Hobbies: Watching his children play sports and watching TV.  He is a Pepsi and Minnesota Vikings memorabilia collector.

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Favorite Verse:  Deuteronomy 31:6 "Be strong and couragous.  Do not be afraid or terrified...for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave your nor forsake you."

Mrs. Lisa Suth, Dean of Girls

Began ministering at RCS in 2003.

Teaches: English 8, English 12 

Colleges: BA in Psychology from Biola University, California Teaching Credential from CSU, Hayward (East Bay).

Hobbies: Traveling and spending time with her family.  Reading a great classic novel and sitting down at her sewing machine to whip up a gift or two.

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Favorite verse:  John 3:16-21.  "This is the verdict:  Light has come into the world, but men loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil.  Everyone who does evil hates the light, and will not come into the light for fear that his deeds will be exposed.  But whoever lives by the truth comes into the light, so that it may be seen plainly that what he has done has been done through God."  Many people can quote John 3:16, but do not continue with the verses that follow.  This section of scripture is a crystal clear explanation of the world's condition and God's provision for salvation.

Mr. Albert Castaneda, Middle School Assistant Principal

Began ministering at RCS in 1991.

Teaches: World History 7, Bible 8

Colleges: AA in General Eduction from Chabot College, BA in History from Biola University, MA in Education from Chapman University.  Single Subject CA Teaching Credential and Administrative Services Credential from Chapman University.

High school: Redwood Christian High School

Credentials: ACSI Professional Certificate, CA Teaching Credential, CA Administrative Services Credential.

Hobbies:Family time, Christian leadership and development, Basketball and baseball, DIY renovation projects.

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Favorite verse:  Philippians 2:3-4 "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves.  Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others." T hese verses remind me what the mind of Christ is like and what I must aspire to become as a follower of Christ.

Mr. John Bakker, Director of RCS Global

Began ministering at RCS in 1990

Teaches:  Geometry

Colleges: BA in Secondary Education from Calvin College

High school: Hanford High School, Hanford, CA

Hobbies: Golf, be involved with his 16 grandchildren

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Favorite verse :James 4:8 "Draw near to God and he will draw near to you."

Mr. Jim Cleveland, Director of Athletics

Began ministering at RCS in 1994.

Colleges: BA in Government/Administration of Justice from Liberty University.  MS in Sports and Fitness Management from University of San Francisco.  California Teaching Credential from Chapman University. 

High school:  Redwood Christian High School

Mrs. Megan Hearne, Registrar

Began ministering at RCS in 2002.

Teaches: Theater Arts ( HS Drama I and II), 6th Concept Help English

Colleges:  BA in General Ministry and Pastoral Psychology from Bethany University, MA in Counseling Psychology from Santa Clara University

High School:  Roy J. Wasson High School in Colorado Springs, CO.

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Favorite Verse:  Psalm 121:1-2  "I lift my eyes up to the hills-where does my help come from?  My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth."

 Mrs. Pam Cagle, Librarian and Guidance Counselor

Began ministering at RCS in 2008. 

Colleges: BA in Psychology from CSU, Stanislaus, Master courses in Psychology from CSU, Stanislaus

High school: Beyer High School, Modesto, CA

Hobbies:Travel, reading, writing, movies

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Favorite verse: Philippians 4:6,7 "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, shall guard your hearts and minds in Christ."

Mrs. Jennifer Beck, Director  of Athletics Secretary

Began ministering at RCS in 2005.

Colleges: BA in Sports Science with an emphasis in Sport Management from the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA

High school: Redwood Christian School

Hobbies: Camping, water sports, coaching & playing basketball & softball, hanging out with my son, husband and dog.

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Favorite verse:  Matthew 19:14 "But Jesus said, 'Let the children alone, and do not hinder them from coming to Me; for the kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.'"

Middle School &  High School  Faculty

Mrs. Colette Bibby

Began minstering at RCS in 1994.

Teaches:  Bible 6, Science 6, History 6, Concept Help 6, MS Drama

Colleges:  AA from Chabot College,  BA in Liberal Studies from CSU, East Bay.

Hobbies:  Shopping, scrap booking, sewing, watching old movies (especially musicals)
Interests:  Hockey (SJ Sharks), going to Disneyland, spending time with family.

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Favorite verse:  Phil. 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."  Through Christ , I have the confidence I need everyday.

Mr. Josh Blevins

Began ministering at RCS in 2008.

Teaches: English 7, Bible 7, British Literature 12

Colleges: BA in English from Azusa Pacific University

High school: Redwood Christian High School

Hobbies: Loves reading, swimming, reading, bocce ball, and playing video games with his wife.

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Favorite verse:  Eph. 4:2-6  "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.  There is one body and one Spirit--just as you were called to one hope when you were called--one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all."   I love this verse because it brings the focus of the church back to ground zero.  We should love each other and be unified because we love and worship the same God.  His love brought us together and His Spirit will keep us together.

Mr. Mark Cagle, Director of Choral Music, Fine Arts Department Head

Began ministering at RCS in 2008.

Teaches: Royal Choir, Middle School Choir, Concert Choir, Daybreak Vocal Ensemble, Algebra I.

Colleges: USN Nuclear Power School Graduate, BA in Music from CSU Stanislaus, MM in Choral Conducting from CSU Fullerton

High school: Downey High School, Modesto, CA. Graduated in 1973.

Hobbies:Travel, computers, fish/aquariums

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Favorite verse:  John 15:4 "Abide in me, and I in you.  As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, so neither can you, unless you abide in me."

Mrs. Tracey Cherry

Began ministering at RCS in 2011

Teaches:  HS Concept Help Reading and English, MS Concept Help Reading and English

Colleges: BA in English/Sociology from UC Berkeley, MA in Education/Single Subject Credential from Stanford University, MA in Education from UC Berkeley

High School:  Skyline High School, Oakland, CA

Hobbies:  (include, but are not limited to) reading, snowboarding, cooking and piano

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Favorite verse: I Peter 3:3,4 "Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight."

Mr. Stan Edington

Began ministering at RCS in 1976

Teaches: Bible 10, Government, Senior Seminar

Colleges: CSU, Hayward and New College

High school: Arroyo High School

Hobbies:Classic mustangs, reading, cooking.

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Favorite Verse:  Col. 3:23-24 Whatever I do, whether career, hobbies or free time, I've realized that it is for the Lord!  I don't deserve an earthly reward but will be rewarded because of what Christ has done for me. 

Mr. Steve Gillette

Began ministering at RCS in 1983.

Teaches: US History 8, Bible 9, ESL Bible, Economics 12

Colleges: Diploma in Bible/Missions from Prairie Bible Institute, BA in History from Seattle Pacific University, Masters of Education, Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Washington, California Teacher's Credential from CSU, East Bay.

High school: Bellevue, Washington

Hobbies:  Hiking, teaching young people, and coaching young people.

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Favorite Verse:  11 Timothy 2:3 "Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Jesus Christ."  I like this verse because my grandmother gave it to me when I was ten and, as it has worked out, it has turned out to be a goal in my life:  soldierly life helps us to be effective in serving God.

Mr. Jason Hendren

Teaches: World History 9, AP European History, AP Macro Economics, AP Micro Economics, AP World History

Colleges: BS in International Financial Management from UOP and University Warwick, England. 

High school: Redwood Christian High School

Hobbies: Traveling with family and taking RCS students and families around the world.

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Favorite verse:  Psalm 18:28-31 "You, O Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light.  With your help I can advance against a troop; with my God I can scale a wall.  As for God, his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is flawless.  He is a shield for all who take refuge in him.  For who is God besides the Lord?  And who is the Rock except our God?"

Mrs. Teresa Hendren

Began ministering at RCS in 2010

Teaches:  MS Concept Help Math, MS Concept Help World Geography, HS Basic Math, Algebra 1B, Algebra II

Colleges:  BS in Business Administration, University of the Pacific

High School:  Deer Valley High School, Antioch, CA

Hobbies:  Watching, playing and coaching softball, rooting for the GS Warriors, going to see live music and taking family trips

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Favorite Verse:  Philippians 3:13-14  "Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus."

Mr. Greg Hinton

Began ministering at RCS in 2011

Teaches:  Bible 12, Bible 11, Concept Help Bible 9-12, Chapel Prep

Colleges:  BA in Interdisciplinary Studies from Christian Heritage College (San Diego Christian College, ThM in Educational Leadership from Dallas Theological Seminary

High School:  Galena High School, Reno, NV

Hobbies: I love spending my time with my family in Reno, especially my 4-year-old and 5-month old neices! I also enjoy playing with my dog Stella, who is approaching the size of a small horse or pony.  I'm a huge sports fan, both playing and watching. I especially love soccer.

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Favorite Verse: Philippians 2:5 "Let your attitude be the same as that of Christ Jesus." (NIV)

Mrs. Teresa Hull

Began ministering at RCS in 1990.

Teaches:  Bible 6, English 6, Reading 6, MS Art

Colleges:  AA from Moorpark JR College,  BA in Liberal Studies fro CSU, Northridge, California Teaching Credential from CSU, East Bay.

Hobbies:  travel, Disney cruises, boating, camping, family time, reading.

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Favorite verse:  Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans that I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for clalamity to give you a future and a hope."  I love this verse because it reminds me that I can trust God at all times in my life.

Ms. Kristine Humphreys

Began ministering at RCS in 2006.

Teaches:  Math 6, Math 7, MS Algebra I, MS Yearbook, MS Adventures in Reading

Colleges:  BA in Liberal Studies with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education from CSU, Hayward, California Teaching Credential from Chapman University

High School:  Redwood Christian High School

Hobbies:  singing in choir and worship team, reading, photography, scrap booking, hanging out with family and friends.

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Favorite verse:  2 Cor. 12:9 "But he said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."

Mr. Ron Lapum

Began ministering at RCS in 1997.

Teaches: Middle School Art and Technology, Senior High Art and Woodworking.

Colleges: AA in General Education and Computer Programming Certificate from Chabot College, BA in Art from SJSU, San Jose, Dental Technology Certificate from Diablo Valley College, Graduate work in Art and Education from CSU, Hayward.  Secondary Teaching Credential from SJSU.

High school: Canyon High School, Castro Valley

Hobbies:Carpentry, woodworking, furniture refinishing, piano playing, photography, gardening, fishing.

Email: RonLapum@rcsedu

Favorite verse: "Wait for the Lord: be strong, and let your heart take courage: yes, wait for the Lord." Psalms 27:14

Mrs. Louise Magee, English Department Head

Began ministering at RCS in 1998.

Teaches: English 9, English 11, Spirit Ministries

Colleges: B.A. from Sterling College in Sterling, KS. Kansas Teaching Credential from Sterling College as well as a California ACSI credential.

High school: Fallbrook Union High School in Fallbrook, CA. (Can still sing the Alma Mater!)

Hobbies:Reading,reading, reading, loves to read! Also, spending time with family, midnight showings of new movies and going to tea shops and sipping tea! And, watching sports--go Jayhawks!

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Favorite verse:  1 Peter 1:3-4 "Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!  In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade-kept in Heaven for you..."
 

Mr. Doug McClure

Began ministering at RCS in 1995

Teaches:  RCS Strings, Elementary Band, Elementary Classroom Music

Colleges:  BA in Music from New England Conservatory of Music, Undergraduate work at the Juilliard School of New York, MA in Music from San Francisco Conservatory of Music,  Bachelor of Theology from Shiloh Bible College.

Interests:  world missions, evangelism, leading worship ministry to leaders

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Favorite verse:  Mark 16:15 "Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation."

Mr. Mark McDaniel

Began ministering at RCS in 1992.

Teaches: English 10, AP Language and Composition, Junior High Yearbook, Senior High Yearbook

Colleges: BA in English from UC, Berkeley

High school: Lansdowne-Aldan High

Hobbies: Singing, guitar, piano, Frisbee, reading.

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Favorite verse:  Isaiah 6:8 "Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, 'Whom shall I send, and who will go with us?'"  Not to sound too much like an English teacher, but I love how this verse clearly shows that in some sense God's people are objects of His, and yet still somehow make decisions to respond.

Mr. Curt Russell, Social Science Department Head, Senior High Activities Director

Began ministering at RCS in 2001.

Teaches: US History, AP US History, Creative Writing, Honors English 11, Understanding the Times.

Colleges: BA in History from the University of Cincinnati.

High school: Deer Park High School, Cincinnati, Ohio

Mr. Drew Sanchez

Began ministering at RCS in 2011.

Teaches:  High School and Middle School Physical Education

Colleges:  BA in Communications from San Diego Christian College, MS in Physical Education from Azusa Pacific University

High School:  Salinas High School, Salinas, CA

Hobbies:  Play with kids, go to the beach, all athletic sports, watch movies, relax and hang out at our family cabin.

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Favorite verse:  Matthew 5:16 "In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and give glory to your father in heaven."

Mrs. Lupe Sanchez 

Began ministering at RCS in 2006.

Teaches: Spanish I, Spanish II, Spanish III, MS Spanish

Colleges: BS in Business Management from San Jose State University

High school: Yerba Buena High School, San Jose, CA

Mr. George Sugimura, Science Department Head

Began ministering at RCS in 1982.

Teaches: Algebra II/Trig, Advanced Math, Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, Physics

Colleges: BS from UC Berkeley, MS from University of Illinois

High school: Bridgeton High School

Mrs. Janet Vincent

Began ministering at RCS in 2003.

Teaches: Algebra IA, Algebra II, Biology, Honors Biology, Concept Help Science

Colleges: BS in Medical Technology from CSU East Bay, MT License, California Teaching Credential from CSU, Long Beach.

High school: First Girls' High School in Taiwan

Hobbies:  gardening, cooking, spending time with family

Favorite Verse:  Romans 8:28.  "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."  It is comforting to know that God is taking care of all things. 

Mr. Ben Warner, JHSH Boys Chaplain

Began ministering at RCS in 2002.

Teaches: Christian Ministry, Junior High PE, Senior High PE, Bible 7

Colleges: BS in Kinesiology from Christian Heritage College.  California Teaching Credential in Physical Education from Christian Heritage College.

High school: Redwood Christian High School

Mr. John Wilcox

Began ministering at RCS in 2001.

Teaches: Earth Science, Life Science, Physical Science, 8th Bible

Colleges: BS in Kinesiology from Cal State, Hayward. 

High school: Redwood Christian High School

Hobbies:Volleyball, Skimboarding, Surfing, Playing Rock Band with his brother-in-law and friends, and of course, his niece and two little nephews. 

Favorite Verse:  Romans 8:28 "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose."

Miss Megan Young

Began ministering at RCS in 2011

Teaches: Biology and Chemistry

Colleges: BS in Biological Science with an emphasis in Marine Biology from UC Davis

High School: Castro Valley High, Castro Valley, CA

Hobbies: anything outdoors ( skiing, snowboarding, backpacking, soccer), painting and watching movies

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Favorie verse: John 14:27 "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."