Certifications/Licenses

• Coming soon!

Robin was one of Excel’s founding team members back in 2003. Her own grown children are Excel alumni. She has been happily married to her husband Mike for 39 years and together they share 3 children and 3 grandchildren (so far!) Robin attends Living Waters Christian Fellowship, and her favorite bible verse is Psalm 19:14. She enjoys reading and crossword puzzles. Robin has always loved Excel because of the students. You’ll often see her at our sporting events cheering on our Warriors!

Certifications/Licenses

• Ordained minister

Linda has been working at Excel for over 10 years now, and is happy that 2 of her 4 grandchildren attend school here. She is passionate about Jesus and worship, and she attends Reno Assembly of God. Her favorite Bible passage is Ephesians 1:3-8. She has been happily married to her husband Michael for 43 years, and together they have 3 grown children. Linda enjoys reading, hiking, and golfing in her free time. Being at Excel allows her to fulfill God’s calling on her life through worship and teaching, and she loves being able to teach His Word to the students. It’s a blessing to see them grow in their faith and step into the call that God has for them.

Education

• Fire Science
• B.A. in Education (in process)

Certificates/Licenses

• Licensed Minister (Trinity Bible College)

Education

• B.A. in Criminal Justice
• B.A. in Psychology

Certificates/Licenses

• Association of Christian School International Teacher Certification Qualified

Taylor is a new hire this year, and she comes to us with 6 years of substitute teaching experience in the school district. When she isn’t lesson planning and teaching, Taylor enjoys singing, cooking and outdoor activities. She has a passion for young people and learning, but more importantly, she has a passion for sharing God with them. Welcome to Excel, Taylor!

Education

• A.A. English and Criminal Justice
• B.A. Criminal Justice with a minor in English
• M.A. in Secondary Education

Certificates/Licenses

• Association of Christian Schools International Secondary Teacher Certification in English

Jackie first came to Excel in 2013 as a mom enrolling her own children, but it wasn’t long before we talked her into joining our staff. She has been happily married to her husband Jeff for 24 years, and together they have 5 children and 2 grandchildren. Her favorite Bible verses are Romans 12: 6-13. She attends Grace Community Church. Jackie loves teaching at Excel because it’s a family, and it’s a place where she can bring God freely into any conversation or lesson.

Education

• B.S. Elementary and Special Education
• Trained in Robotics by RAN, the Robotics Academy of Nevada

Certificates/Licenses

• Nevada State Teacher License Qualified
• Association of Christian Schools International Elementary Teacher Certification

Juliana Fehr is an Excel Christian School alumnus, and after graduating from UNR, she returned to teach for us. She has been teaching here since 2013. She has two cats that are named Gnome and Wade. Juliana attends Living Waters Christian Fellowship and her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 139:13-18. When asked what she loved about working at Excel, Juliana stated, “Friendly staff.”

Education

• B.S. in Computer Science

Certificates/Licenses

• Association of Christian Schools International Elementary Teacher Certification

This is Mark’s second year at Excel, and he has quickly became a part of the Excel family. He’s been happily married to his wife, Traci, for almost 28 years, and together they have 2 grown children. In his free time he enjoys gardening, archery, reading and hiking. Mark attends Outlook Christian Church and one of his favorite bible verses is Romans 8:15.

Hi! My name is Ellen Glavin. My admiration for Excel began with my husband. He is an Excel Alumni that graduated in 2006. Excel helped add to the foundation of my husband’s faith in the Lord. When our son reached the age of kindergarten, it was a unanimous decision to have him attend Excel. After just one year of our son attending this school, I realized all the amazing things God is doing here. I knew I wanted to be a part of it, too! After much prayer and seeking the Lord, He led me to go into education.

Certificates/Licenses

• Association of Christian Schools International Waiver to Teach in the Arts Department

David has been a part-time employee at Excel for over 13 years. He’s part-time because he’s a working entertainer with decades of stage experience. He is also an accomplished visual artist and local painting instructor. David has been happily married to his wife Karen for almost 34 years, and together they have two grown children. He attends Outlook Christian Church and his favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13. When David isn’t on a stage or at school, he enjoys busking (street entertaining) and bringing joy and happiness to people. He is a variety musician who plays the alto saxophone, trumpet, clarinet, trombone, piano, drums, guitar, mandolin, and banjo. Why he is at Excel: “I love inspiring and motivating the young people to find their talents and develop them!”

Education

• B.S Education

Certificates/Licenses

• Nevada State Teacher License
• Association of Christian Schools International All-Levels Physical Education certified
• U.S.P.T.A Tennis Teaching Certification

Mark has been a P.E. teacher at Excel since 2012, and has over 27 years of teaching experience. He has been happily married to his wife Bonnie for 7 years. They have 2 children and a cat. Mark attends Summit Christian Church and his favorite Bible verse is Jeremiah 29:11. He enjoys exercising at the gym, hiking and playing drums for a worship band named “Manna.” Why does Mark love working at Excel? “I love teaching the students about the Lord and praying with them. I love our staff and administration; they are always so helpful. Teaching physical education to our students and helping them to understand how to keep their bodies healthy is one of my passions.”

Education

• A.A. Arts & Science
• B.A. Communications & Sociology

Certificates/Licenses

• Association of Christian Schools International Athletic Director Certification

This is Bobby’s second year at Excel. He was formerly a Personal trainer/JAG instructor for the Washoe County School District. He also started his own basketball program, More to the Game, and has run basketball skills camps in various parts of the west. Bobby played college basketball for Illinois State and was part of the NAIA D2 National Champion team. He has a giant ring to prove it! His favorite Bible verse is Matthew 19:26 and he and his family are currently looking for a church home. Bobby and his wife Allison have been happily married for 7 years. He enjoys spending time with their daughter Nye who is in the PreK program at Excel, and he also enjoys hiking. Why does he like Excel? He loves the family environment, and looks forward to building a strong athletic program.

Education

• B.S. Child Development

Melissa has been an integral part of Excel’s team  since she joined us in 2012 to start a Pre-K program here at Excel. She has been happily married to her husband Ron, for 4 years, and together they share 1 daughter, Amelia Joy. Melissa attends Outlook Christian Church and her favorite Bible verse is 1 Corinthians 2:9. When Melissa isn’t working with children she enjoys community events, outdoor activities, and adventures of any kind. When asked why she loves Excel, she replied, “I enjoy being a part of a faith based community. I like that we get to walk with and disciple students Pre K through 12th grade. I love the ability to instill within each child a thirst for knowledge and our Lord that they will carry for the rest of their lives.”

Education

• B.S. Civil/Environmental Engineering
• M.S. Math Education

Certificates/Licenses

• Association of Christian Schools International Secondary Teacher Certification in Mathematics
• Nevada State Teacher License Qualified

Dave Ryan serves as the middle and high school assistant principal and teaches high school chemistry and math. He has been working in education for 19 years. Dave has been married to his beautiful bride Fran for 25 years and together they have 1 teenager and 2 grown children. He attends Summit Christian Church and his favorite Bible verse is Philippians 2:3-8. Dave shared that he loves working with the Godly, humble servants God has brought to Excel’s staff. He loves being a part of what God is doing in our students as they grow in the truth and knowledge of Jesus.

Education

• B.A. Education; Spanish & English

Certificates/Licenses

• Nevada State Teacher License Qualified
• Association of Christian Schools International Secondary English & Spanish Teacher Certification

April Sovey has been teaching for Excel since 2013. She has been an educator for 12 years. She has one child and some sea monkeys. April attends Horizon Christian Church and her favorite Bible verse is Psalm 16: 5-11. She enjoys camping, hiking, cooking, and reading both prose and poetry. When asked what she loved about working at Excel, April stated, “It’s a family atmosphere centered in Christ.”