Passionate Staff

Brenda Milam

Principal

"I love working together with all of the staff, students and parents at FBCS! God has called me into this special m inistry and I am so thankful. It’s the best place to be!"

Brenda Milam began teaching at FBCS in 1989. A few years later, Brenda served as the Assistant Administrator and has been serving as the Principal since August, 2000. Brenda graduated from Cedarville University with a BA Degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. She completed work on her Masters Degree from Buffalo State and Ashland University. She has served the Lord for 30 years in Christian Education. Brenda resides in Elyria with her husband, John, are active members at First Baptist Church of Elyria. She has one daughter, who is FBCS alumni. One of Brenda's favorite verses is Jeremiah 33:3 - "Call unto me and I will answer you and show you great and mighty things which you know not."

Helen Tripp

Guidance Counselor, Testing Coordinator

"I really enjoy working with teens, so being a guidance counselor at FBCS gives me an opportunity to do that. My passion is to help students understand how much God loves them and that His plan for them is best!"

Helen Tripp began employment at FBCS as a substitute, and is now serving as the Guidance Counselor/Testing Coordinator, Student Council Advisor, and Foods teacher. She graduated from Western Baptist College with a degree in elementary education. Helen and her husband Warren have three sons, two of whom are FBCS alumni.

Wendy Johnson

Bookkeeping

"First Baptist Christian School has been a major part of our lives for almost 9 years. When I was a parent volunteer, I enjoyed working with the staff, students and families. This is my 5th year in the financial office/human resources and it is a exciting to see each day what God has planned for us. Romans 12:11 ‘Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.’"

Wendy started as a volunteer at FBCS 5 years ago. She taught computers, helped in the classrooms, clinic, library, fieldtrip carpools, and holiday dinners. Wendy studied business at Ohio Business College. Wendy lives on a small farm in Grafton with her husband Scott. They have three children: Stevie Lynn, KC, and Paige. They are members of First Baptist Church of Elyria.

Linda Schmidt

School Secretary

"After having children enrolled in this school since 1997, I found the dedication of the staff very inspiring and decided that this is where I wanted to be when I started back to work."

Linda has been at FBCS for over three years working in various areas. She currently serves as the school secretary. She and her husband and their 3 sons attend First Baptist Church of Elyria. All three of her children have attended FBCS.

Barbi Quick

Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator

"My husband and I both attended FBCS as children, and now send our children here. I have a passion for this school and for telling others about the benefits they can receive by sending their children to our school."

Barbi Quick is a former student of FBCS, and is involved in choir, Babyland, and Senior High Youth Leader, as well as other activities at First Baptist Church in Elyria. Barbi’s career was in finance until she chose to stay home with her children beginning in 2001. Barbi has been married to her husband, Kevin, a graduate of FBCS, for 11 years. Her two boys of school age, Bradley and Peter, both attend FBCS. Her daughter Olivia was born in 2006. Barbi is working on the completion of an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education at Ashworth College, to be completed soon. She started here in 2008, and is thrilled to be a part of Education with a Higher Purpose at First Baptist Christian School.

Sally Webster

Kindergarten & K4 Teacher

"I have chosen to teach at First Baptist because I can partner with parents in helping their children to grow to be everything God wants them to be. I love teaching Kindergarten specifically because the children see everything with new eyes which inspires me to do the same!"

Sally Webster teaches K4 and Kindergarten at FBCS. She is a graduate of Cedarville College and has a Master's Degree in special education from Bob Jones University. She has taught in Florida, New York, and Michigan, as well as writing curriculum for Bob Jones University Press in South Carolina. She enjoys reading, writing, and refurbishing her home in Elyria. Sally heads the Local Professional Development Committee for our teachers.

Barb Frymier

"I love working at FBCS! God has given me the privilege of impacting four and five-year-olds for Him, and watching them grow and learn new things."

Barb Frymier has taught Sunday school for 50 years from Kindergarten (14 years) to adults, and began teaching at Tabernacle Christian School in Frankfort, Kentucky in 1975. This was one of the first Christian schools in Kentucky and most of the teachers were mothers, like Barb, who only had a high school education or some college. Two teachers with doctorate degrees presided over the school and taught these mother-teachers to make lesson plans, prepare bulletin boards, teach multiple classes, and follow the A-Beka Curriculum. Barb taught the A-Beka Curriculum to the combined 4th - 8th grades for 11 years and all grades in the Alpha Omega Program for two years. The Christian Schools in Kentucky fought for the freedom to have their schools, and Barb and her husband, Clarence, were plaintiffs; winning the right at both the State and the Federal levels.

Margie Howard

First & Second Grade Teacher

"When choosing a school for our children's education, FBCS was our first and only choice. The doctrinal statement and educational standards at FBCS matched perfectly our backgrounds and beliefs. When looking for a teaching position, I looked again to FBCS. Being able to share Christ, the truths of God's Word, and a Biblical point of view throughout the curriculum was invaluable to me. A good education is necessary, but without the Truth it is meaningless. At FBCS, I love my students and I am privileged to tell them about Christ who loves them even more. I thank God for FBCS! Proverbs 2:5-6"

Margie Howard has been teaching at FBCS since 1997. She received a Bachelor's of Religious Education through Baptist Bible College of Pennsylvania and Ohio State certification through Ashland University. Mrs. Howard and her husband have been married since 1981 and have two daughters, both of whom graduated from FBCS.

Jennifer Kime

Third and Fourth Grade Teacher

"I love teaching at FBCS because I can let my passion for Jesus Christ overflow into every subject that I teach my students. Since all knowledge comes from God, the students need to learn to filter everything through His Word. This is exciting to see!"

Jennifer graduated from Cedarville College where she majored in Elementary Education and minored in Bible. She has had previous teaching experiences in Christian and public schools in North Carolina and Ohio. She and her husband, Russell, have three children, Brandon, Devin, and Katelyn, two of whom attend FBCS. They are active members of First Baptist Church of LaGrange and reside in LaGrange.

Joyce Kincaid

Fifth and Sixth Grade Teacher

"I love giving information to students and watching them grow in knowledge and understanding. But it is a greater privilege to teach them the content from the world view that all information and understanding comes from God. FBCS gives me that opportunity."

Joyce Kincaid graduated from Cedarville College where she majored in Elementary Education and minored in Bible and Music. Joyce, her husband Ken, and their two daughters, Dana and Mandy, reside in Elyria and are active members of First Baptist Church. Dana graduated from FBCS, and Mandy currently attends FBCS. Mrs. Kincaid also serves on the Local Professional Development Committee at FBCS.

Jeff Carter

Math 7 & 8, Pre-Algebra, General Math, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Elementary Computers

"I thank the Lord for allowing me to come to First Baptist Christian School. I’m so glad to be able to work with this staff and to help the children get a good Christian education."

Jeff Carter teaches junior high and high school math and elementary computers. He is a graduate of Pensacola Christian College with a Bachelors of Science in Computer Science. He lives in Norwalk and attends Calvary Baptist Church.

Rick Casbohm

Life Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Business Math

"I began teaching at Christian schools in the early 80’s and God’s leading has not changed in over 25 years. With the Lord’s guidance I began to teach at FBCS in 1986 and, though I left briefly, I found that FBCS was an important part of my life, and continues to be so to this day. I have always seen my service to the Lord as a way of exhibiting to my students what Christian service is all about."

Mr. "C" graduated from Roberts Wesleyan College with a B.S. in Education and minors in both history and physical education. He also received post graduate credits from Baldwin Wallace College in science and math. He has been teaching over 22 years with 18.5 years being at FBCS. All three of his children, Jennifer, Jon, and Jeanna attended FBCS with Jennifer (2001) and Jon (2004) being graduates of FBCS. Jennifer, her husband Ryan, and their daughter live in St. Louis. Ryan is in the Air Force and is a computer technologist. Jon graduated from Piedmont Baptist College in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Jeanna is in college.

Gina Clark

Speech, Drawing

"I consider teaching at First Baptist Christian School a privilege. One of the many reasons I enjoy teaching here at FBCS is the opportunity I have to work with an outstanding staff whose goal is to provide excellence in education. The classes at FBCS are small and that allows for one on one communication with individual instruction time."

Gina Clark teaches high school speech and high school art classes. She is a graduate of Liberty University with a Bachelors of Science in communications. She is a member of Camden Baptist Church and resides in Wellington. Gina has been married to Stacy Alan Clark for 25 years. They have two children, David and Joshua who are both graduates of FBCS.

Judy Fulks

Spanish I, II, & III

"After having served as a missionary in Peru for ten years, I am really glad to be able to continue to use and teach Spanish at First Baptist. I'm committed to not only teaching vocabulary and grammar, but to instill in my students a desire to use the language they are learning to serve the Lord and reach Spanish-speaking people for Him."

Judy Fulks teaches Spanish at FBCS. She grew up on the mission field of Peru and later served as a missionary there along with her husband, Rev. Steve Fulks. The Fulks have four children: Sherri, Kimberly, Scott, and Paul, three of whom graduated from FBCS. Judy holds a B.S. Degree in Education from Tennessee Temple College.

Bonnie Parker

Reading 7 & 8, English 7 & 8, JH Girls PE, Drama

"I teach at FBCS because I believe there is a blessing promised to students who are taught by teachers who delight in the “law of the Lord.” I feel it is a special privilege to be used by God to fulfill this promise."

Bonnie Parker, a graduate of Baptist Bible College, PA, has taught in Christian schools in New York and Indiana. After a long period of home schooling her seven children, she and her husband moved from Michigan to Ohio in 2002. Her husband, Dan, serves as minister of music and worship here at First Baptist Church. The Parkers' two oldest children are Marines in active duty, and one child is studying missions at Piedmont Baptist Bible College, while their other four children are students here at FBCS. Two of their children have graduated from FBCS. Mrs. Parker serves as advisor for the Class of 2012.

Christina Reeves

HS English, Movies as Literature, HS Reading

"I enjoy teaching at First Baptist Christian School because of the emphasis I can place on the truth of God’s Word in every class I teach."

Miss Reeves is a graduate of Baptist Bible College with a Bachelor of Science in Bible. She majored in Secondary Education English. She loves to read and work with the Junior High puppet team at First Baptist Church. She is engaged to be married next summer.

Tim Tanner

World Studies, American Republic, World History, American History, Government, Economics, Geography, JH PE, Health

"I enjoy teaching at FBCS because of the emphasis that is placed on God’s Word. It is a privilege to provide the students with a quality education that is centered on God."

Tim Tanner, a graduate of Maranatha Baptist Bible College in Wisconsin, has taught in Christian schools for four years. He moved from Wisconsin to teach 7th-12th grade Social Studies at FBCS. Tim is married to Beth and two children, Timmy and Olivia. Tim enjoys athletics and the outdoors. Mr. Tanner also coaches our JH Girls Volleyball team.

David Wright

Systematic Theology, New Testament Survey, Old Testament Survey, The Life of Christ, Old Testament Characters, Current Events, Christian Literature, Computers I & 2, Intro to Photography

"I love working at FBCS. It is such a joy to be part of a school whose focus is on the Word of God and whose environment feels like one big family!"

Dave graduated from Cedarville University in December, 2002, where he majored in Christian Education of Youth. Dave is an active member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Wadsworth where he has taught many Sunday school classes and led youth activities in the youth group and in AWANA. He has also had the opportunity to work and counsel with young people at Scioto Hills Camp during the summer months.