Lisa Moore - Head of SChool

Mrs. Moore has been serving in Christian education for more than 35 years. She is passionate about learning and sharing a love for learning with children. She earned her Bachelor’s in Elementary Education and Psychology from Grace College (Indiana) and her Masters in Education in School Counseling from the University of Maryland. Some of her favorite podcasts include: The World and Everything In It, Cult of Pedagogy, StoryBrand, and Your Move.  She enjoys living on a farm with her husband, cows, chickens, pigs, and dog named Buddy.

Cindy Irby - Assistant Head of school & athletic director

Cindy has been teaching for 29 years and loves planning events for students and collecting stuffed lions. She graduated with a Bachelor's in education from Liberty University. She has been at FCA for over 20 years. Cindy and her husband, Doug, have 2 children, Lexi and Colin, who were both honor graduates of FCA.

Emily Towler - Middle & High School Science

Miss Towler is a graduate of the department of biology and chemistry at Liberty University. She is very passionate about integrating faith into science and spreading the gospel through education in her field. Additionally, Miss Towler enjoys spending her free time playing fetch with her cat and reading the latest National Geographic articles!

Savannah Splechter - English & Reading

Miss Splechter is a graduate of Regent University with a Bachelor’s in English and is currently earning a Master’s degree at Liberty University in English as well. She grew up with a love of reading and a fascination of language and is passionate about exploring literature with a biblical worldview. She is mostly a homebody and loves to read in a comfy chair while hanging out with family and cats, but occasionally likes to go on grand adventures (like a hobbit).

Tracey Fox - BIOLOGY & Math

Tracey has been teaching at FCA for more than 15 years. She graduated from Word of Life Bible Institute before earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Liberty University.

Eduardo Soto - Bible

Ed serves as the pastor of the Altavista Presbyterian Church, a reformed congregation in Altavista, VA and teaches part time at FCA. His passion is helping others develop a biblical worldview. At home, he is supported by his wife, Betsy, and they nurture two young and rambunctious boys, Teddy and Eli. His life verse is Romans 12:2.

Barry Fero - algebra I, geometry & business math

Barry will continue to pastor at First Baptist Church of Millstone in Nathalie, Va and teach part time. He is the proud husband of Shirley, FCA's 1st grade teacher. He taught for many years in California and is a proud father and grandfather.

nicole bloodgood - middle school history & Reading

Nicole has been working in the field of education in a variety of school settings, both public and private, for about 14 years. She loves the Lord and sharing her faith with her students.  She has a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, with an extension in Social Studies, and a Master’s degree in Reading Education; both of her degrees were earned at the State University of NY at Oswego.  In her spare time Nicole enjoys spending time with her family, running and hiking.  She and her husband Tim have two teenage sons and one adult daughter.

meghan williams - Physical Education, Health & Math

Meghan just graduated from Liberty University with a degree in Exercise Science. During the summer, she works with Lifeway at their summer camps. She enjoys getting to combine her love for recreation and teaching with her love for Jesus and youth ministry. In her free time, she loves playing sports and staying active and going on fun vacations. 

Linda Rockafellow - 5th Grade

Linda is a graduate of Bloomsburg University with a degree in K-8 education and a minor in Education of the Hearing Impaired. She has over 25 years teaching experience in grades K-12 in Christian schools She is passionate about helping students to learn more about the Lord and fostering a love of learning and discovery.

hannah grayson - 4th grade

Ms. Grayson is a recent graduate of Liberty University and is excited to begin her career in teaching. She loves the ability to share Jesus and the Gospel in her classroom. Ms. Grayson enjoys engaging in sports and going to the gym. She also enjoys reading and hanging out with friends.

Kim Willard - 3rd Grade

Kim loves having the freedom in a Christian school to share Jesus’ love with her students. She has been at FCA for over 20 years. Kim has a Bachelor's in Elementary education from Lee University in Cleveland, TN. 

Mary Anthony - 2nd Grade

Mary was a homeschooling mom to her 3 children and is dedicated to continue teaching and impacting kids. She has always loved working with and teaching children. It is a joy to her to direct children as they grow and learn new skills. Mrs. Anthony has earned her degree in Physical Education as well as her Masters in Adapted Physical Education.

Shirley Fero - 1st Grade

Shirley loves being able to share Christ with her students on a daily basis. She received her Bachelor's from Liberty University.  She has an ACSI credential and has taught at Christian schools across the country for over 25 years.

Janice Shaffer - Kindergarten

Janice has loved helping her students discover the joy of reading over her last eight years at FCA. She earned her M.Ed. in elementary education from Liberty University and earned her Bachelor's from Geneva College. 

Jackie Compton - Preschool, K4

Jackie makes every parent and student that comes into her classroom feel like the most important person she’s ever met. Her genuine love for God and others stems from a strong foundation of knowing who she in in Christ. Jackie has taught preschool at FCA for over a decade; she considers it her “Happy Place.”

makayla pierce - Preschool, K4

Mrs. Pierce is a former student of FCA. She is passionate about early childhood education and is excited to begin a new chapter at FCA. Makayla has been in preschool education for 3 years. She loves children and sharing the love of Jesus with her students.

Miriam Moshkowski - Preschool, K4

Miriam is a lifelong artist, and loves to share her appreciation for art, music, and the outdoors with her young students. She majored in Early Childhood Education at Northpoint Bible College and taught Preschool at Parkside Christian School in New York before joining our faculty.

Cindy Jamerson - Preschool, K3

Cindy has been teaching Preschool at FCA for over 15 years. She and her husband Paul have two sons, both of whom are FCA alumni. This has given her a unique perspective in how to equip very young children with real world skills for adulthood, and every Preschooler is welcomed to her classroom with real respect and a real smile!

Brittany Motley - Preschool, K3

Brittany is an alumna of FCA and has been working with preschoolers for years. She earned her Bachelors in Family and Child Development from Liberty University. Brittany loves reading and spending time with her family. She enjoys teaching children and promoting literacy.

melinda seger - teacher aide

Melinda loves children and being in the classroom. She enjoys helping children in the class as well as teaching them about God.

Ruth Anne Adams - Fine Arts, Music & Technology

Ruth Anne loves to hear her music students “sing for Jesus.” She received her Bachelor's degree from Liberty University and has been teaching with us for over 15 years.

steve Burkett - Band Instructor

Steve has spent many years studying and teaching music. He plays many different wood wind and brass instruments as well as percussion. His favorite instrument is the trumpet, which he plays in a band of his own! He enjoys teaching students and sharing his love of music and the Lord.

Carrie Ayers - Administrative Assistant

Carrie loves to be outside or have the beauty of nature around her. She has two children at FCA and enjoys being around students. Carrie answers phones, hands out bandaids, and keeps things organized.

Debbie Dalton - Administrative Assistant

Debbie has served at FCA for over 30 years. Debbie and her husband mark have 2 daughter who attended FCA. She earned her LPN degree from South Boston Regional School of Nursing. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, biking, and most of all spending time with family.

Amy Moore - Administrative Assistant

Amy received a Bachelor’s degree from JMU in Psychology and a VA Special Education teaching license. She taught for 9 years before becoming a stay-at-home mom. She has three daughters at FCA and is looking forward to serving teachers, students, and families.

Ashley Hall - Guidance Counselor

Ashley has a Master’s Degree in Counseling and loves to help students. She has a passion for sharing her faith and helping students grow emotionally and spiritually. She and her husband have 2 children. In her spare time she loves to spend time with her family.

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Phone: (434) 324 8276
Faith Christian Academy
361 Main Street
Hurt, VA 24563

Your child’s education is the most important thing in our world. If you have questions or concerns, send us a message. We would love to help!

Lexi Bell, Admissions Coordinator

Missions Trips

We believe that overseas and stateside mission trips play a pivotal role in helping young people develop a heart for serving and loving others.

Summer Learning Camps

Every summer, students from across the community attend learning camps that highlight the arts, science, aviation, culinary arts, history, and athletics.

Community Partnerships

We build relationships with local businesses, churches, and civic groups. Relationships foster teamwork that will transform our community for the next generation.