New Covenant Academy is governed by an independent, volunteer board of directors, composed of parents, grandparents and professionals within the community.  Since the academy does not represent a single denomination, and is composed of over 97 Christian based churches within the greater Springfield area; board policy requires that there must not be more than two members from the same church operating on the board during a single term.  Board members can serve a maximum of two, three year terms and must meet specific requirements per policy.

ROLE OF THE BOARD

The board convenes once a month on a routine basis and calls for sessions in between meetings as needed.  The board hires, manages, and evaluates three employees; the Administrative Team Members (Lead Administrator, Elementary Principal and Business Administrator), the board approves of the hiring and firing of employees at the recommendation of the Administrative team.  The board speaks with one voice, not many voices; therefore without a quorum and a majority vote, a formal decision cannot be passed.  The board performs a fiduciary role and ensures financial solvency and integrity.  The board does not handle the day-to-day opertaions of the school but functions as a policy maker.  They ensure effective organizational planning, mission and basic values of the school's programs and services. They also serve as a "final court of appeals/judiciary board" for unresolved issues that may occasionally arise. The board approves the major goals/needs and the overall strategic plan of the school.  The board is self-perpetuating, therefore they recruit new members with nominations from the New Covenant Academy constituency and take into consideration areas of expertise the board feels would benefit the Academy.

PROCESS FOR BECOMING A BOARD MEMBER

The Board Chairman, along with the Board members, and the Lead Administrator appoint a nominating committee for new members.  This committee consists of 2 board members, the Lead Administrator, one elementary faculty member and one secondary division faculty member.  (The Board Chairman is an ex-officio member of all board committees).  In the spring, nominations are collected from the NCA parent and staff community by the Secretary of the board and turned over to the nominating committee for review.  Nominees are called and notified of their nomination and confirm their willingness to serve.  Once the candidate accepts a nomination, he/she is asked to complete an application with testimony and biography as well as a pastoral recommendation.  Candidates are invited to be personally interviewed by the nominating committee, and pending a recommendation from the committee is voted in as a member by the entire board.

Dr. Dave Anderson, Chairman of the Board

DR. DAVE ANDERSON, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Dr. Anderson is a Board Certified Urologist at Ferrell Duncan Clinic. He earned his doctorate

from the University of Iowa and his undergraduate from Taylor University. He was

nominated by the Springfield Business Journal as one of the top 10 professionals to know

in 2010.  Dr. Anderson  attends  Fellowship Bible Church with his wife and children.

Current NCA parent.

Mrs. Linda Moore, Vice-Chairman of the Board

MRS. LINDA MOORE, VICE-CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD

Mrs. Moore is Graduate of  Drury University with a Bachelor of Science in Criminology and

Psychology and earned a Masters Degree in Elementary Education.  She is certified to teach

education in the State of Missouri.  She is also co-owner of Employee Screening Services and

attends Trinity Lutheran Church with her husband and children.  Current NCA parent.

Rev. Jeff Baird

REVEREND JEFF BAIRD, BOARD MEMBER

Rev. Jeff Baird is the Senior Pastor at Life Fellowship Church.  He has a Bachelor of Science

in Physical Education from Missouri Western State University and a Diploma from Christ for the

Nations Bible Institute in Practical Theology with a minor in Jewish Studies.  Current NCA parent.

Rev. Gordon Dawley, Board Member

REVEREND GORDON DAWLEY, BOARD MEMBER

Rev. Dawley is the Minister of Education at First Baptist Church in Nixa.  He has a Bachelor of Arts

in Accounting and Business Administration from Drury University, and holds a Master of Arts

in Religious Education from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.  

Current NCA parent.

Amy Frizzell, Board Member

AMY FRIZZELL, BOARD MEMBER

Amy Frizzell is a Certified Financial Planner^TM  for BKD Wealth Advisors, LLC.  She is a graduate of

Missouri State University with a B.A. in Religious Studies.  In addition to her CFP, Amy holds the Accredited

Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) designation.  She is married to Jeff Frizzell owner of "Fitness Together"

in Springfield, MO. They attend Second Baptist Church with their children. Current NCA parent.

Dr. Marcia Graham, Board Member

DR. MARCIA GRAHAM, BOARD MEMBER

Dr. Graham runs a Family Practice at St. John's Health Systems.  She is a graduate of

Oral Roberts University.  She has spent many years working with the Assemblies of God 

missionaries in MO for Health Care Ministries and Caring Connection and has done many

evangelistic clinics.  Dr. Graham attends James River Assembly of God.  Current NCA

parent and NCA alumn.

Mrs. Mary Griffin, Board Member

MRS. MARY GRIFFIN, BOARD MEMBER

Mrs. Griffin is an Educator and Household Manager.  She has earned her Bachelors Degree from

Iowa University with a major in Education and a minor in Psychology.  Mrs. Griffin taught at

New Covenant Academy for five years.  She attends First Evangelical Free Church with her

husband and children. Current NCA parent.

Mr. Christiaan Horton, Board Member

MR. CHRISTIAAN HORTON, BOARD MEMBER

Mr. Horton is an attorney with Carnahan, Evans, Cantwell & Brown, LLC.  He received his Bachelor

 of Science degree from Missouri State University, and earned his JD with honors from the University

of Tulsa.  He was admitted to the bar in 1995 Missouri and US District Court.  He specializes in

Business Litigation, Family Law, Environmental Law and much more.  Mr. Horton attends

James River Assembly of God with his wife and children.  Current NCA parent.

Mr. David Phelps, Board Member

MR. DAVID PHELPS, BOARD MEMBER

Mr. David Phelps is owner of Family Flowers.  He served in the armed forces and opened his

family business in 1985.  Currently he serves as the board chairman of two churches as

well as for the Postal Federal Community Credit Union.  Mr. Phelps and his wife attend Schweitzer

United Methodist Church.  Current NCA grandparent.

Mr. Brett Weimer, Board Member

MR. BRETT WEIMER, BOARD MEMBER

Mr. Weimer is the Information Systems Technology Director at Evangel University.  He has earned

his Masters of Missiology from the Assembly of God Theological Seminary and earned an

undergraduate in EET from Oklahoma State University.  Mr. Weimer attends Kings Chapel with his

wife and children.  Current NCA parent and NCA alumn.

Dr. Jason Wilkins, Board Member

DR. JASON WILKINS, BOARD MEMBER

Dr. Wilkins works for the Greene County Sheriff's Department.  He has an undergraduate

degree in biology and a Doctorate in Medicine from the University of Missouri-Kansas City.

Dr. Wilkins attends South Haven Baptist Church with his wife and children.  Current NCA parent.