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| Board, Administration and Staff- Experienced, equipped Christ-followers with authentic passion for excellence Students explain the culture of Cornerstone Prep this way: The teachers- are a very select group of people, from their creative ways of teaching to wonderful ways of caring. The students- who go to this school are very welcoming. The youth at Cornerstone Prep are mature, accepting and unique... their qualities complement each other. The teachers all care for each student so that one day they will be able to see each one succeed. They work hard to make sure we learn to the best of our ability. The teachers and youth have all bonded on a special level. We all care for and love one another. Everyone here is very close, your schoolmates are like family. The youth at Cornerstone Prep are all very accepting, hard-working in their studies, and very creative.
More than 25 years in business administration, including Christian school administration & development (K-12) and secondary teaching experience Former registered nurse, youth Sunday School teacher, worship team leader, basketball and track coach
 Mrs. Claire Megles, Academic Dean, Language Arts Instructor
Cedarville College graduate with a B.A. in English Education and a minor in Bible Twenty-five years teaching experience, including service as a department head and school administrator Journalism instructor- including yearbook and newspaper Speaker at teachers’ conventions and church events Former Sunday school teacher Active in PRISM ministry, church choir member, loves writing poetry
Students say this about Mrs. Megles: "She helps us with our verbal/public speaking skills." "She likes to push us alot, which as much as we complain about it, will pay off in the future." "She's very intelligent and knows pretty much everything!" "She brings joy and laughter in the classroom." "She is well-organized, by having her as an English teacher I will definitely be prepared for college." "Mrs. Megles is a woman I look up to, not only as a teacher, but as a woman of faith who is very inspirational to her class. She is one of the toughest teachers, but also one of the best." Mr. Brandon McCall, Bible/History Instructor, Student Life Director, Founding Board Member
Graduate of Grove City College, with a B.A. in History, studies focused on secondary education, United States socio-cultural and military history as well as national security studies, and political science Passionate about education, history, economics, politics, apologetics and the classics Former co-host of comedic weekly music and talk radio show Played football and intramural sports all four years at Grove City College and currently serves as an assistant coach for the South Allegheny High School Football Team High school athletic experience included football, basketball, soccer, track & field and baseball
Students say this about Mr. McCall: "He has been an outstanding teacher- will have us well-prepared for college." "He teaches us how to take good notes." "Mr. McCall's lecturing is interesting and keeps my attention." "His classes challenge me to think from a different angle than I have had to think about before." "It is such a privilege to have Mr. McCall as a government, terrorism and Bible teacher. He's always there to talk to us when we need help." "He knows how to make sure the class understands their studies. He is the funniest teacher and also the one to make (understanding) things easier." "He makes us see the whole picture, not just one stroke!" "He teaches classes in a way that keeps you involved." Mrs. Joy Gaffney, Mathematics and Spanish Instructor
 Graduated Summa Cum Laude from Geneva College, secondary mathematics educator Cornerstone Prep ski club sponsor Figure skating instructor and coach - S
erves as a Spanish translator for mission trips Mother of three daughters who currently attend Central Christian Academy.
Students say this about Mrs. Gaffney: "It is such a privilege to have Mrs. Gaffney as a teacher. She helps us understand Spanish thoroughly." "She is an excellent Spanish instructor" "She makes Spanish class fun because we play games to help us study. She likes to tell us stories in Spanish to see if we can guess what she said." "She makes homework fun!" "Mrs. Gaffney is really good at Spanish and very capable of teaching it well." "She teaches us how the Latin American community would speak, not just the proper grammatical style." "She is a great teacher... I'm glad she teaches Algebra II." "She makes math easy and enjoyable" "Mrs. Gaffney is very good at explaining math (geometry)." Mrs. Leigh Ann Quinlan, Mathematics and Computer Instructor 
Graduate of Waynesburg University with a BA in Mathematics, graduate courses at California University of Pennsylvania and Carnegie Mellon University Experienced secondary mathematics and computer instructor in both public and private schools in Pennsylvania and out of state Presently teaches Business Mathematics, Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1 Very active Sunday School teacher, involved in youth ministry programs Girl scout leader
Mr. Ethan Anastas, Science and Mathematics Instructor
Graduate of Penn State University, BS in Biotechnology, proficient in many forms of biology, chemistry, physics, advanced mathematics, Biblical Judaism and New Testament studies Professional work experience for large corporations Experienced Young Life Christian outreach leader since 2001  Partner in video production company
Mrs. Becky Mayhew, Art Instructor
Honors graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh in 1980. Experience as both full-time and freelance artist doing graphic design, caricatures, cartooning, drafting & illustration Over 25 years teaching experience has included a wide range of subjects including: general art curriculum, yearbook, drafting, graphic design, and drama Taught caricature workshops at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and has been a guest lecturer at Duquesne University, and several local art leagues
Students say this about Mrs. Mayhew: "Mrs. Mayhew is very creative when teaching. She makes art fun." Mr. Wes Hileman, Worship Team Instructor
Wes utilized his years of musicianship and worship team experience (including technical expertise) to build a worship team for Cornerstone Prep from the ground up. Students, staff and parents are in awe of the quality work that has been produced by our musicians, who clearly overflow with passion for music and for serving the Lord in this exciting way! Students say this about Mr.Hileman: "He is amazing... taught me how to read chord sheets and so much more about the performance side of being a musician. I love making music!" "He is knowledgeable about each instrument played and has helped us all build courage." "He is the man! Very skillful and teaches all aspects well." Mrs. Liz Arnita, Board Member, Guidance Counselor
University of Pittsburgh graduate with a degree in psychology, minor in philosophy Functions as a "Life Coach" to help each student achieve maximum potential Years of service working with youth at South Hills Bible Chapel, small group leader, mentor Loves writing Christian messages and discipling teens!
Mr. Jeff McElhinny Founding Board Member
Organized parent group from Hillcrest Christian Academy to pursue addition of a high school to existing K-8 program Coordinated support for Cornerstone Prep in launch efforts to fulfill the need for a strong Christian high school in the South Hills of PA Business/legal/real estate development and marketing skills bring stability to the board that has been as crucial in the start-up phase as it will continue to be as the school moves toward a vision of independent expanded facilities.
 Mrs. Cindy Dodds, Board Member
Administrator of Penn Christian Academy in Butler, PA since July 2004 Attended The University of Nebraska where she majored in Early Childhood Development Worked with the Educable Mentally Handicapped in the Omaha Public Schools, owned and operated Beary Special Kids Early Learning Center, established before and after school day care centers in public school systems Former Children’s Ministry Director and School Administrator of South Hills Christian School (PS – 12th Grade), founded “The Sonshine Tree Preschool Learning Center” Established a consulting firm, Development Growth Concepts, dedicated to the funding, development, and growth of Christian schools Worked in the development of the curriculum Evangelism Explosion for Kids, published by Evangelism Explosion International, a ministry of D. James Kennedy, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; published the preschool curriculum, From A-Z, God Cares About Me Certified development professional, a certified dyslexia testing specialist, an Honorary State Life member of the Nebraska PTA, and has a B.S. in Leadership and Communication from Duquesne University Western PA district representative for the Association of Christian Schools International
Mr. Alex Fulton, Founding Board Member
2008 graduate of Grove City College with a bachelor’s degree in history and certification in secondary education Especially interested in the history of education, early modern European history, and Christian apologetics Currently serves as youth football coach
Mr. Tom Gaffney, Board Member
Business administrative experience as owner of ProMark Industries in McDonald, PA Multiple church board experiences Strong motivation to develop school for his daughters' transition following their graduation from Central Christian Academy
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