Cheryl Billante

Joined the Board in 2011

Cheryl Billante graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from Harding University, a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a Doctorate with an emphasis in Neurolaryngology from Vanderbilt University. She retired from biomedical research in the Vanderbilt Department of Otolaryngology in 2012. In addition to the BCS Board, Cheryl serves on the Executive Board for Lifeline Chaplaincy and Compassionate Touch. She and her family attend Round Rock Church of Christ. Cheryl and her husband, Mark Billante, are the parents of a Brentwood high school student.

Wade Benton

Joined the Board in 2016

Wade Benton is a Senior Manager with HNTB Corporation. He received a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from The University of Texas. Wade and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ. He and his wife Suzy Benton, a BCS elementary teacher, are the parents of two BCS high school students.

Royce Clark

Joined the Board in 2002

Royce Clark is a Senior Director, WW Program Management at Dell EMC, Extreme Scale Infrastructure.  He received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Oklahoma Christian University and a Master Degree in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin.  Royce and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.  He and his wife, Jennifer Clark, are the parents of two current BCS students and a graduate of BCS.

Kip Fluitt

Joined the Board in 2012

Kip is an Integrated Circuit Designer with Apple Inc.  He earned an Associate of Applied Science from Texas State Technical College, a Bachelor of Arts from Abilene Christian University, and a Masters of Business Administration from Oklahoma State University.  He and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ where Kip serves as a deacon.  Kip and his wife, Frances Fluitt, are the parents of two BCS students.

Brian Gruis

Joined the Board in 2018

Brian Gruis is a member of Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ where he attends with his family.  Brian serves in the church’s home group and youth ministries and helps facilitate classes.  Professionally he has been a business owner for 20 years working in real estate development, agriculture and solar projects in the Midwest, Canada and Austin area. Brian and his wife, Brandi Gruis, are the parents of two BCS students.

Brian Jackson

Joined the Board in 2007

Brian is a partner and co-owner of Jackson & Carter PLLC. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English from Abilene Christian University and received a Juris Doctor from the University of Houston School of Law. In addition to the BCS Board, Brian serves on the board of Helping Autism through Learning and Outreach. He and his family attend Round Rock Church of Christ. Brian and his wife, Kristi Jackson, are parents of three Brentwood students.

John Keesey

Joined the Board in 2018

John Keesey is a State Police Captain with the Texas Attorney General’s Office.  He earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Southwest Texas State University.  John serves as a deacon at Westside Church of Christ in Round Rock where he and his family attend.  He and his wife, Dana Keesey, are the parents of a BCS high school student and a Lubbock Christian University student.

Brian White

Joined the Board in 2016

Brian White is the Managing Partner of 9Gauge Partners, LLC, a management consulting firm.  He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Accounting from Texas State University and is a licensed CPA in the state of Texas.  Brian serves as a deacon at Westside Church of Christ in Round Rock where he and his family attend.  He and his wife, Christie White, are the parents of a current BCS high school student and a BCS graduate.

Janaye Barker – 2nd Grade Teacher

Suzy Benton – 1st Grade Teacher

Summer Best – 4th Grade Teacher

Jeri Birdwell – HS English Teacher

Jeri Birdwell is in her fourth year as a high school English teacher. Jeri holds a B.A. in English and a minor in German from the University of Texas. Jeri was named Teacher of the Year, 2014-2015 and 2015-2016 at Manor Excel Academy and was a 4-time recipient of the Teacher of the Month award while at Pflugerville High School. Jeri attends Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Ryan Bounds – MS History Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2020

Ryan Bounds teaches Middle School Social Studies and is the Assistant Coach for Football, Basketball, & Baseball. He is a graduate of Ashford University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sports & Recreation Management with a minor in Educational Psychology. Ryan has seven years of coaching experience at the high school level including Defensive & Special Teams Coordinator and Head Varsity & JV Football Coach positions. He served his country in the U.S. Army as a Combat Engineer and most recently worked at Balfour as a Production Supervisor.

Michele Broadway – MS & HS Mathematics Teacher

Megan Burcham – 3rd Grade Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Megan is a recent graduate of Abilene Christian University Honors College with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies majoring in Education for Early Childhood – 6th Grade and minoring in Bible, Missions & Ministry. She completed student teaching at Austin & Taylor Elementary and worked as a tutor at Alpha Scholars and multiple schools in Abilene. Megan attends Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Sylvia Burcham – 1st Grade Teacher

Cynthia Davis – MS Mathematics Teacher

Cynthia Davis teaches Middle School Mathematics. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Abilene Christian University. Cynthia previously taught as a fifth grade teacher with BCS elementary school and served as BCS director of admissions and special events. Cynthia and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Veronica Eke – 4th Grade Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2020

Veronica, 4th grade teacher, is a recent graduate of Huston Tillotson University with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education. She completed her student teaching at Pflugerville’s Mott Elementary. Veronica has served as an elementary teacher assistant and preschool teacher at various schools.

Evelyn Ellis – 5th Grade Teacher

Evelyn Ellis, who now teaches fifth grade at BCS, has a B.S. in education from ACU. Evelyn has thirty-three years of teaching experience with thirty-two being in Christian education. Evelyn and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Mary Galloway – Secondary Librarian

Britney Gittinger – 2nd Grade Teacher

Britney Gittinger was previously a Kindergarten aide and is now teaching second grade.  She graduated from ACU with certification in Reading and Language Arts.  Britney is also a parent to two BCS students.

Kaleen Graessle – HS Mathematics Teacher

Tere Hager – Elementary Librarian

Julie Ann Harper – Kindergarten Teacher

Julie Ann Harper is in her 3rd year at BCS.  She is teaching Kindergarten and graduated from Harding University with a Bachelor in Early Childhood and a Masters in Reading.

Jimmie Harper – HS History & Bible Teacher

Jimmie Harper is in his fifth year at BCS and teaches US History, World History and Bible. He holds a B.S. in social science from Harding University with a minor in Biblical studies.

Carrie Hunter – MS English Teacher

Carrie Hunter teaches Middle School English. She previously taught fifth grade for eleven years with BCS elementary school. Carrie earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Oklahoma Christian University and is certified in both elementary and secondary education. She is a graduate of BCS and attends Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Cynthia Hutson – K4 Teacher

Cynthia Hutson, K4 teacher previously taught second grade for eight years at BCS.  She holds a B.S. in elementary education from ACU and a master’s in education from Texas Woman’s University. Cynthia and her family attend Leander Church of Christ.

Kathy Jones – Teacher Aide

Brentwood Bear Since 2016

Kathy Jones, Elementary Teacher Aide for fifth grade, also serves as Campus Monitor. She and her husband attend Marble Falls Church of Christ and Round Rock Church of Christ.

Amber Kidd – 3rd Grade Teacher

Amber Kidd is returning to BCS as a third grade teacher. She previously taught K4-8th grade computers and MS Math at BCS. Amber graduated from York College and the University of Phoenix. She and her husband Josh worship at Westside Church of Christ where he serves as Minister of Youth.

Russell Larson – MS History Teacher

Vanessa Maleare – Theater Arts Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Vanessa is a graduate of Lipscomb University with a Bachelor of Arts in Theater and Bible. She has worked as a children’s minister at multiple Churches of Christ and most recently was the Children’s Director at Mosaic Church Austin.

Michelle Mallett – HS Biology & Forensics

Kaylin Mannon – HS Math

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Kaylin is a recent graduate of Harding University with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics with a minor in Bible and Ministry. She completed her student teaching at Cabot High School and Riverview Junior High in Arkansas. Kaylin is an award winning college track and field star holding multiple school records.

Ariana Marks – Girls Basketball & HS History

Ariana Marks is the head girls basketball coach and high school history teacher. Coach Marks was a Lady Bear during her time attending BCS and graduated class of 2014. Coach Marks is a graduate of Concordia University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She is currently pursuing a Masters of Education with an emphasis in Sports Administration.

Donte Mathis – Boys Basketball & HS Computer Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2020

Donte Mathis is the Computer Teacher Boys Basketball Coach. He is a graduate of Texas State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communications with a minor in Psychology. Donte is the founder and Executive Director of Elevation Sports which focused on developing student athletes for the next step in their basketball careers. Coach Mathis has 13 years of experience in professional international basketball leagues and coached the men’s varsity team at Texas Christian School for two years.

Taylor Mayfield – HS English Teacher

Paul Morrow – 5th Grade Teacher

Carol Neil – MS Math & Science

Madison Pamplin – Secondary Science Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Madison is a recent graduate of Abilene Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies majoring in Education for Early Childhood – 6th Grade. She completed her student teaching at several elementary schools in Abilene including Abilene Christian School. Madison also worked as a tutor with ACU Reading Rangers and at multiple schools in Abilene. She will be joining the Science Department teaching Chemistry and IPC.

Travis Pollard- Band Director

Paige Reagan – Spanish Teacher

Paul Robison – HS English

Diann Sloan – HS Physics & Engineering

Diann Sloan, high school Physics and Engineering Teacher, earned a Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from The University of California, Santa Cruz and a Ph.D in Physical Chemistry from The University of Texas at Austin. She and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Katie Smith – Elementary P.E. Teacher

Lindsey Smith – Secondary Art Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Lindsey is a graduate of Northeastern State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramic and Sculpture. She is an award-winning sculptor in the final stage of the alternative teaching program to obtain her teaching certificate.

Amanda Stanglin – Elementary Music & Art Teacher

Amanda Stanglin teaches music and art for Kindergarten through third grade.  She earned a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies from Harding University.  Amanda and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Hannah Stewart – Spanish Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Hannah is a graduate of Harding University with a Bachelor of Art in English with a minor in Spanish. She comes to us from Kopperl ISD where she taught high school Spanish and designed, and implemented a weekly elementary Spanish program.

Lindsey Stow – MS English and Reading Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2020

Lindsey Stow is a recent graduate of Harding University with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a minor in Spanish Language. She was a McNair Scholar throughout her college career and worked as a Resident Assistant and Office Assistant while at Harding. Lindsey also served two summers as a camp counselor for Uplift at Harding.

Shelley Tindel – Elementary Aide

Diane Troutman – Kindergarten Teacher

Diane Troutman, kindergarten teacher, has a B.A. in elementary education from Harding and has sixteen years of K-1 teaching experience at BCS. She and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Rory Tyson – PE, Volleyball & Softball Coach

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Rory is a graduate of Angelo State University with a Bachelor Science in Kinesiology and English. She comes to us from Gateway College Prep where she was the Head Volleyball Coach, Assistant Softball Coach and Reading Lab Teacher for 5th – 8th grade.

Dorothy Walters – Computer Teacher

Lisa Warner – Drill Team Instructor

Lisa Warner serves as the drill team director and is in her fourth year at BCS. She also serves as the musical theater choreographer and Claw Crew sponsor. She holds a B.F.A. in Dance Education and M.Ed from Arizona State University. Post graduation, Mrs. Warner taught dance for the local high schools and served as guest choreographer for numerous high school programs and musical productions. Later, she served as an administrator at a high school and then a stay-at-home mom, but continued her passion for dance by teaching at local dance studios. She and her family attend First United Methodist Church of Round Rock.

Daniel Watkins – Choir Director & Secondary Teacher

Brentwood Bear Since 2020

Daniel is a graduate of Florida College with a Bachelor of Arts in Music and a minor in Biblical Languages. He comes to us from Grapevine High School where he worked as the Music Director in the Theater department for five years. Daniel also has over seven years of vocal instructor and accompaniment experience and served as a camp counselor for 13+ years with Florida College Dry Creek Camp. He will be teaching 4th and 5th grade music and directing Secondary choirs and Encore.

Jonathan Weed – HS Economics & MS History

Jonathan Weed serves as adviser for the school newspaper and teaches secondary social science.  He is in his twentieth year at BCS and is a BCS graduate.  He holds a B.A. in history from ACU and a B.J. in journalism from UT. He and his family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Kathy Wilson – MS Science

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Mel Witcher – HS History & Bible Teacher

De Shondra Booker – Director, Extended Day

Brentwood Bear Since 2011

De Shondra Booker, Director of Extended Day, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from The University of Texas at Austin.  She is also the Director of the Brentwood MOPS program that began in the fall of 2018.  She and her family attend East Side Church of Christ.

Mary Kay Clark – Elementary Administrative Assistant

Brentwood Bear Since 1984

Mary Kay Clark is an Administrative Assistant for the Elementary office.  Mary Kay provides assistance to Elementary faculty and staff.  She attends Cameron Road Church of Christ.

Jessica Doege – Executive Assistant to the Secondary Principal

Brentwood Bear Since 2018

Jessica Doege, Executive Assistant, serves in the Secondary office assisting the Principal. She has over 15 years of office administration experience in the healthcare industry. Jessica and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Penny Hagen – Senior Executive Assistant

Brentwood Bear Since 2007

Penny Hagen is the Senior Executive Assistant in the administration offices. She also serves as the Sophomore Class Sponsor. Penny and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Kathy Jones – Campus Monitor

Brentwood Bear Since 2016

Kathy Jones, Campus Monitor, also serves as an Elementary Teacher Aide for fifth grade. She and her husband attend Marble Falls Church of Christ and Round Rock Church of Christ.

Kathie Kent – Fine Arts Administrative Assistant

Brentwood Bear Since 2020

Kathie attended the University of Houston majoring in Political Science and Psychology. She comes to us from Fortis Academy where she served as an Academic Administrator. Kathie also worked for Classical Conversations as an instructor and Assistant Director for six years. She is the mother of three current BCS students.

Nancy Meyer – School Nurse

Brentwood Bear Since 2005

Nancy Meyer, School Nurse, earned an Associates Degree as a Registered Nurse from Seminole College.  She is a licensed Registered Nurse with the Texas State Board of Nursing and is certified as an Emergency Ambulatory Nurse Practitioner.  Nancy has 24 years of experience in emergency department medicine.  She and her husband attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Matthew Newby – Athletics Operations Manager

Brentwood Bear since 2020

Matthew Newby, Athletics Operations Manager, is a graduate of McMurry University with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Human Performance. In addition to serving as Operations Manager, Matthew assists with coaching the High School Varsity football team. He has five years of athletic coaching experiencing in Texas and Louisiana including both football and track. Matthew, his wife, and young son attend church in Bastrop, Texas.

Denise Redden – Concession Coordinator

Brentwood Bear Since 2013

Denise Redden serves as Concession Coordinator for the BCS Athletic department.  She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Hotel and Restaurant Management from Polytechnic University of the Philippines and a Bachelor of Science in Christian Ministries from Austin Graduate School of Theology.  Denise and her husband work for Village Christian Apartments, a non-profit ministry of the Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ, where she and her family attend.

Denise Riley – Accounts Receivable Specialist

Brentwood Bear Since 2014

Denise Riley, Accounts Receivable Specialist, studied accounting at Austin Community College and has over fifteen years of accounting experience. Denise and her husband, John a graduate of BCS, have three current BCS students.

Karla Roberson – Secondary Administrative Assistant

Brentwood Bear Since 2018

Karla Roberson, Fine Arts Administrative Assistant, earned a Bachelor of in Spanish-Language Teaching with a minor in Business Administration from The University of Texas at Austin.  She has fourteen years of business administration experience; ten of which were at the Internal Revenue Service as a Revenue Officer.  Karla and her family attend Wells Branch Community Church.

Tiffany Sanders – Executive Assistant to the Elementary Principal

Brentwood Bear Since 2018

Tiffany Sanders, Executive Assistant to the Elementary Principal studied Biology at San Jacinto Community College.  She has over ten years of administrative experience; seven of which were spent at Christian based organizations.  Tiffany and her family attend Round Rock Church of Christ.

Nancy Sutton – Elementary Workroom Coordinator

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Angela Taylor – Accounting Manager

Brentwood Bear Since 2009

Angela Taylor, Accounting Manager, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from The University of Texas at Austin.  She has over ten years of previous accounting experience and formerly taught in the BCS Preschool.  Angela and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ, where her husband serves as an elder.

Rita Thornton – Athletics Business Manager

Brentwood Bear Since 2020

Rita Thornton, Athletics Business Manager, is a graduate of Lubbock Christian University with a Bachelor of Business Administration. She has over 10 years of experience teaching and working in an administrative roll in several schools around Texas. She holds a teaching license in Business Education – Grades 6-12. Rita and her family attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ and have a son who is a current student at BCS.

Nancy Tindel – Registrar

Brentwood Bear Since 1996

Nancy Tindel, Registrar, has been with the school for over twenty years. She is the parent of three BCS graduates and the grandparent of four BCS students. She and her husband attend Brentwood Oaks Church of Christ.

Lauren Warner – Admissions Assistant

Brentwood Bear Since 2007

Lauren Warner, Admissions Assistant, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Harding University.  She previously worked for Region XIII Education Services Center.  Lauren and her family attend Cameron Road Church of Christ.

De Shondra Booker – Director, Extended Day

Brentwood Bear Since 2011

De Shondra Booker, Director of Extended Day, earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from The University of Texas at Austin.  She is also the Director of the Brentwood MOPS program that began in the fall of 2018.  She and her family attend East Side Church of Christ.

Monica Deen – Enrichment Coordinator

Monica Deen is in her fourth year as an aide in Extended Day. She has attended ACC.

Brandi Campbell

Brentwood Bear Since 2019

Shemika Davis

Shamika Davis is in her fourth year as an Extended Day Aide.

Elise Edmonds

Ronnie Green

Ronnie Green is in his fifth year as an Extended Day Aide. Ronnie graduated from Southwestern University with a bachelor’s in music education. He had ten years of teaching experience before coming to BCS. Ronnie is a member of the Wheless Lane Church of Christ.