THE FOUNDERS BOARD
Patrick Kennedy
President
I have had management roles in industries from a technology trading firm to a local coffee shop/deli. I also worked with our local public school to develop and implement a CI program. I know how to work well with others to achieve goals. I will be involved in the budgeting, location selection, and the hiring of the headmaster leading up to the opening of the school.
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Eric Stoub
Vice President
Berrien County resident for 50 years. Small business owner/entrepreneur. I have 10 years experience in corporate life. I've been involved as a trustee on the Berrien Spring Public Schools BOE for 10 years. I've chaired and vice chaired the Planning Commission for Oronoko Township. Recently elected Chairman of the Berrien County GOP. My role for Liberty Christian Classical School will be working on vision casting, location selection, budgeting, and developing fundraising efforts.
Richard McCoy
Treasurer
Electrical Engineer, former Adjunct Professor, former Woodrow Wilson Fellowship recipient, founder of Great Lakes Montessori preschool, currently working for the United States Patent and Trademark Office as a Primary Patent Examiner in the network security and cryptography technology area. I am focused on our corporate structure, bylaws, articles of incorporation, and 501(c)(3) application. For Liberty Christian Classical School, I plan to help with financial modeling, capital formation, facilities, architecture, and general problem solving.
Cindi Belcher
Secretary
Currently I am Office Manager at a die cast and machining shop of around 45 people. Prior, I was in various finance positions at Whirlpool for over 14 years and in commercial loans/banking. As a mother of four, I am an advocate for child development by volunteering throughout the years with Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Therapy Dogs, Inc. and 4-H. I have worked on the Statement of Faith, Mission and Vision Statement and much of the administration of a school start-up. I will continue to support Liberty Christian Classical School administratively.
Katherine Suzanne
Hayward, MD MSPH
Founding Member
For the past 20 years I have worked with classical Christian education in the homeschooling of our children; I’ve served on Covenant Learning Cooperative Leadership Team in administration, enrollment, operations and teaching Latin and Advanced Biology. Homeschool Affiliate Member of ACCS from 2007-2021. Most passionate about opening up classical Christian education to families in our area through our school - Liberty Christian Classical School.
Renee Peddie
Founding Member
I am a national trainer for a curriculum company, with a background as a teacher in public schools and in social work. My husband and I planted a church in 1994. I lead children's ministries, oversee volunteers, and lead life groups. I’ve served on committees in ministry, school leadership, and at church. I also founded a nonprofit for kids in foster care in 2019. I am passionate to bring the essential content students are missing in public education through Liberty Christian Classical School. I will continue to support in any role needed, including leadership or administrative.
Tanya Sobaski, DNP, MSN, BSN, RN, FNP-C
Founding Member
I am a doctorally prepared, board certified Family Nurse Practitioner. I work in Urgent Care for our local healthcare system. I previously worked as a college and university faculty member and program director. I have experience writing curriculum, writing accreditation standards, and teaching didactically and clinically. I have previously served on a private Christian school board and currently serve as a member of a large church advisory council. I am using these skills to influence the community in support of Liberty Christian Classical School.
