Faculty and Staff

Lydda has 28 years of experience in education, teaching students from preschool through middle school. She has worked in six school districts across San Diego, Goodyear, and Tucson. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies Education with a focus on Bilingual Education from San Diego State University, and recently earned her Master of Education in Educational Technology and Instructional Design from Western Governors University. Lydda has a strong heart for ministry. She has taught Sunday school, served as a Children’s Ministry Director for five years, and led worship. For the past five years, she has partnered with Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) in Pima County, helping bring Good News Clubs to public schools and guiding young leaders through Christian Youth In Action (CYIA). In her spare time, Lydda enjoys cake decorating and is always excited to learn something new!

Birthday: December 26

My Favorite Color: teal, mustard yellow, red, black, gold, leopard print. 😊

A few of my favorite things: In n Out, Texas Roadhouse, Chick fil A, Five Guys Burgers, Jimmy’s Pita & Poke, Amazon, Walmart, TJ Maxx, Costco, Sam’s Club, chocolate covered strawberries, pistachios, cashews, ice cream, Samoas Girl Scout cookies, muffins, roses.

Things I don’t really like: trinkets, mugs, plants, strong scents, candles, sodas, chocolates.

Kathleen studied accounting at Pima Community College and has 20+ years of experience working in accounting related positions. A strong believer in family choice, Kathleen is well versed in all of the programs offered by the state of Arizona in order to make private Christian school a reality for the average family. Kathleen is married and has four children – her family spent more than 22 years as a part of FCA and is part of our school’s foundation.

Birthday: February 18

My Favorite Color: gray, black

A few of my favorite things: U of A, GCU, PRCA, cashews, Red Vines, 12 flavor gummy bears from Sprouts, fruits and veggies, lemon bars, snickerdoodle and sugar cookies, Diet Pepsi, iced tea, Dutch Bros, Dunkin, Starbucks, Taco Bell, Chipotle, MOD Pizza, El Molinito, La Parilla Suiza, Panda Stir Fry, Top Golf, Home Goods, TJ Maxx Home Depot, Amazon, movies.

Things I don’t really like: walnuts, pecans, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts, no cups or water bottles

Stephanie received her Bachelor of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences with a minor in Special Education from the University of Arizona. As a mother of four children, Stephanie desires to serve the families of FCA and care for our students as her own. Prior experience in restaurant and retail businesses has taught her excellent customer service skills. She is organized, efficient, and a great addition to the office staff.

Birthday: October 30

My Favorite Color: purple

A few of my favorite things: Cold Stone, Dutch Bros, Starbucks, Peachwave, Dirty Dough, Panda Express, Firehouse Subs, Chick fil A, MOD pizza, Charred Pie, any Mexican food, jerky, chips and salsa, jalapeno chips; chocolate covered nuts/pretzels/espresso beans, brownies, rice crispy treats, chocolate chip cookies, any coffee, flavored seltzer water, Top Golf, Gaslight Theatre, movies, Amazon, reading, puzzles.

Things I don’t really like: raw onions and mushrooms

Daisy received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Pensacola Christian College and is pursuing a Masters from Grand Canyon University. She loves joining academics and the Bible to help in everyday life. She has grown up helping and teaching in Bible Club, Sunday School, and as a Camp Counselor.

Birthday: July 10

My Favorite Color: teal, grey

A few of my favorite things: GCU, Arizona Diamondbacks, chips, rice cakes, pistachios, Red Vines, Nerd Clusters, low fat candy, cookies, cake, ice cream (anything low fat), white chocolate chip cookie, Starry drinks, coffee, peach tea, cream soda, Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts, Taco Bell, Chick fil A, Raising Canes, In n Out, Oreganos, Texas Roadhouse, Cheesecake Factory, movies, Top Golf, Gaslight Theater, Target, TJ Maxx, Home Goods, Amazon, Walmart.

Things I don’t really like: allergic to tomatoes and melon