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Rev. Richard D. Calloway, Head of School
Date of Birth: January 10, 1960
Education: Rev. Calloway holds an undergraduate and masters degree. He is also a licensed and ordained minister.
Metrolina Christian Academy, Head of School 1998—Present MCA has grown from 320 students (preschool and academy) in 1998 to over 1000 presently. God has blessed our ministry so powerfully. We have seen over 600 young people accept Christ as Lord and Savior over the last nine years. Under Rev. Calloway’s leadership the school has been granted a full seven year accreditation by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
First Baptist Church Indian Trail, Singles Minister 1990—2002 Under his leadership the Singles Ministry has grown from a handful to one of the largest singles ministries in the area. That ministry encompassed singles of all ages and circumstances.
Personal: Wife: Karen Married: 22 years Children: Lindsay (19), Kate (12), Madison (9) Hobbies: Golf, Tennis, and spending time with his family.
E-mail: rick.calloway@fbcit.org
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Mr. Ronnie Plyler, Dean of Academics
Date of Birth: April 4, 1969
Education: Undergraduate Degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and Master’s Degree from Columbia International University
Metrolina Christian Academy, Dean of Academic Affairs and Curriculum Development 1997—Present Mr. Plyler came to MCA in 1997 to implement an athletic program when 50 students made up the middle school through ninth grade. As the school grew and established its high school program, Mr. Plyler served in several capacities from History teacher, Athletic Director, to Secondary Principal for 6 years. Having the opportunity to coach a variety of teams at MCA he’s been blessed to see 255 students graduate from MCA and go into missions as well as a wide array of occupations. He has “no greater joy than to hear that his children walk in truth” (III John 4). He has certainly witnessed the changes God has brought to this ministry.
1992—1997: Served as a teacher and coach at both Piedmont Middle and High School.
Personal: Wife: Michele Married: 14 years Children: Cassidy (12), Brett (10) Hobbies: Spending time with his family, fishing, coaching, and cheering for the Red Sox.
E-mail: ronnie.plyler@fbcit.org
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Mrs. Amy Hill, Lower School Principal
Amy Hill, Lower School Principal, is a native of Union County and has been on staff at MCA since 2004. She has 17 years of educational experience. Amy’s passion for children, her love for the Lord and her desire to continually strive for excellence in the lower school is a tremendous asset to our school. Mrs. Hill believes God is a God of excellence and deserves only our best.
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Personal: Husband: Jeff Married: 13 years Children: Rachel (11), Zachary (10)
E-mail: amy.hill@fbcit.org
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Mr. Danny McDowell, Upper School Principal
Danny McDowell has a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Covenant College, a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Houston, and Graduate Work in Bible from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Danny served as the pastor of several churches in Texas. He was the Head of School at Brazosport Christian School in Lake Jackson, Texas. Danny brings with him 14 years experience in Christian Education as he starts the 2007-2008 school year as the Upper School principal for Metrolina Christian Academy.
E-mail: danny.mcdowell@fbcit.org
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Mrs. Kathryn Flowe, Upper School Vice-Principal
Kathryn Flowe is passionate about sharing her love for Christ to students not only in her words, but in her actions by treating students with respect and kindness. Before coming to Metrolina Christian Academy, Kathryn served as the Director of Education at several local churches. In 2000, she first held the position of Middle School teacher at Metrolina Christian Academy. Later, she worked in the guidance office. Kathryn has served as the Middle School Vice-Principal for the last two years. Kathryn has a B.S. in Christian Education from East Coast Bible College.
Kathryn Flowe has lived in the Charlotte area most of her life. She is married, has three grown children and two grandchildren. In her spare time Kathryn enjoys spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, and playing golf.
E-mail: kathy.flowe@fbcit.org
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Mr. Jared Clark, Athletic Director
Jared Clark’s passion is to use athletics as a tool to build champions for Christ. Jared has served as the Metrolina Christian Academy Athletic Director since 2005. Jared also coaches the Varsity Boy’s Soccer and the Varsity Girl’s Basketball teams.
Mr. Clark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing Management. Before coming to Metrolina Christian Academy, he served as a teacher, coach and assistant athletic director at a Christian school in Georgia. Jared’s wife, Sara, teaches in the Upper School at MCA. His two daughters Abby (4) and Avery (2) attend Metrolina Christian Preschool. Jared’s hobbies include golf and watching the Atlanta Braves and the Georgia Bulldogs.
E-mail: jared.clark@fbcit.org
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Ms. Dana Bostic, Director of Development
Dana Bostic has been associated with MCA for over ten years. She served initially as a volunteer in the athletic department then joined the MCA staff in 2002 as the Director of Development.
Dana earned her BA in Education and Master of Arts in Teaching, both from UNC-Chapel Hill. She taught at Montreat College then pursed a business career that included sales and training, purchasing, customer service and management skills.
Dana uses her training, experience and love for MCA to raise funds and organize events to further the ministry.
E-mail: dana.bostic@fbcit.org
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Mrs. Carol Walton, Director of Admissions
Carol Walton has served Metrolina Christian Academy since 1997. As a parent of a MCA Alumnus, she has first hand knowledge about the admissions process and can personally testify about the excellent Christian education that Metrolina offers.
Carol believes that it is important for every interested family to visit us during school hours so that they can experience the nurturing, Christ-centered ministry of MCA.
E-mail: carol.walton@fbcit.org
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