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Dr. Minta Hardman
Administrator Dr. Minta Hardman is the founding administrator of MVCA. In 1991, under the direction of the elders and evangelists of the Church of Christ at Mountain View, she helped to begin the school. Minta has more than 30 years of varied education experience in both public and Christian education. She began her college education at Kentucky Christian College immediately after high school graduation in 1981. In 1983, she married Doug Hardman, the current senior evangelist of the Church of Christ at Mountain View. She then completed her Bachelor's of Science degree from Concord College in Elementary Education and K-12 Special Education, with an endorsement in Learning Disabilities. While teaching in the public sector, she completed her Masters of Science degree in Emotional Disturbances from Radford University. Minta had 6 years of teaching experience in Special Education classes prior to moving to Winchester and bringing her expertise and passion to the Christian school sector. Minta is committed to life-long learning and completed her doctorate in Educational Leadership from Columbia International University in 2010. At MVCA, Minta enjoys her administrative duties, but also loves to teach and keep connected with the students. She and Doug are the proud parents of two beautiful Christian daughters. Contact Dr. Hardman |
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Mrs. Heather Harbin
Secondary Math, Director of Athletics Mrs. Heather Harbin was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana and Kissimmee, Florida. She graduated from Johnson Bible College (now Johnson University) with a B.S. in Bible and Interdisciplinary Studies and a M.A. in Holistic Education. She has her Ed.S. in Educational Leadership is currently working on obtaining her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Liberty University. Heather has taught in public schools in both Tennessee and Indiana with experience teaching kindergarten, 1st, 5th, and Title I Reading to 1st -6th grades. She is also the varsity volleyball coach and assistant basketball coach. She lives in Winchester with her husband, Michael, who also teaches at MVCA and daughter, Zoe, a student at MVCA. Heather loves the family atmosphere at MVCA and enjoys the relationships she has formed with her co-workers, her students, and their families. Contact Mrs. Harbin |
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Mr. Tom Sederstrom
Director of Advancement Mr. Tom Sederstrom was born and raised in Tempe, Arizona. His long time career had been in healthcare from pre-hospital to Cardiac Rehabilitation before joining the staff at MVCA. He has a B.S in Public Relations/Marketing from Ashford University. He has served in churches in West Virginia and Maryland as well as leading worship and some teaching at the Church of Christ at Mountain View. As Communications Director, Mr. Sederstrom will be overseeing the Marketing, Public Relations, Development and Admissions for MVCA. Tom is married to his beautiful wife, Teresa, who is the MVCA third grade teacher. His two children, Daniel and Sarah both graduated from MVCA, and his daughter-in-law, Lindsey, is the 4th grade teacher. Tom enjoys playing golf, singing, and spending time with his family, especially his grandson Oliver. Contact Mr. Sederstrom |
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Mr. Gary Bordelon
Director of Finance Mr. Gary Bordelon, originally from Georgia, came to MVCA in 2014 after years of church ministry administration at churches in Indiana and Florida. Gary completed his undergraduate degree at Atlanta Christian College (now Point University). He completed his M.Div in Education at Cincinnati Bible College (now Cincinnati Christian University). In addition to his administrative responsibilities, Gary also teaches secondary classes and coaches the cross country teams. Outside of school, Gary enjoys golfing, reading, and organizing his extensive sports card collection. Contact Mr. Bordelon |
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Mrs. Trudy Keiter
Secondary Spanish, Chemistry, Secondary Assistant Administrator, Curriculum and Instructor Administrator Trudy Keiter, a graduate of Shepherd College, is in her 27th year of teaching at MVCA. She came to school with her oldest son as a proctor for the video school, returned to college to complete her education, and has been at Mountain View ever since. Long-distance running was her sport of choice and she ran three half-marathons and one marathon before knee surgery side-lined her a few years ago. Mrs. Keiter shares her love of running with students as an assistant cross country coach at MVCA and pursues her other passion by playing the piano in the praise band at the Church of Christ at Mountain View. She and her husband, Wayne, have been married for 43 years. They have two sons, both graduates of the academy, two daughters-in-law, and six grandchildren. Contact Mrs. Keiter |
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Mrs. Carla Dhom
1st Grade, Elementary Assistant Administrator, Secondary Guidance Counselor Mrs. Carla Dhom was born and raised in Virginia. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Marymount University and a Master of Education in Student Personnel from Virginia Tech. She began her teaching career at Winchester Academy, which sparked her love of early education. There she taught preschool and kindergarten. After praying for a few years, God opened the door in 2012 for her to teach first grade at MVCA. Carla is married to her husband, Paul; and their two children are MVCA graduates. She loves attending church at CCMV and her church family. Carla enjoys the beach and sharing her love of reading and art with her students. Contact Mrs. Dhom |
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Mrs. Cinthy Harner
Learning Resource Coordinator My favorite Bible verses are Ephesians 6:13 “Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.” And Philippians 4:1 “Therefore, my beloved brethren whom I long to see, my joy and crown, in this way stand firm in the Lord, my beloved.” I hold a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Journalism, Public Relations from the University of Maryland, a Master’s of Education from Virginia Tech, a Master’s of Special Education, and a Master’s of Secondary Education from Grand Canyon University. I also have training in Orton Gillingham Reading through the Institute of Multi-Sensory Education Comprehensive and Intermediate. I am also trained in Auditory foundation skills through Heggerty Phonemic Awareness. I hold a Virginia State Teaching License with endorsements for K12 Special Education, English, and PE. I am an active participant with the local Scouting community. At the troop and crew levels as well as council Activities & Service Chair. I am the upcoming course director for the 2022 National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). My favorite word is yet. I believe every person has a gift, and the key to a solid education is finding that gift, and helping students develop their strengths to overcome areas of need. I have one son who graduated from MVCA in 2020 and is now attending LFCC to be an engineer. I enjoy hiking, backpacking, photography, reading and shooting sports. And, one of my hobbies is my education. Contact Mrs. Harner |
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Mrs. Teresa Sederstrom
Teacher/Administrator Emeritus Mrs. Teresa Sederstrom comes to us by way of the North Carolina Mountains and then the Chesapeake Bay of Maryland. In 1987 she graduated from Eastern Christian College and then joined the teaching staff at Mountain View in the year 2000. For two brief years the family left for work in church planting, but returned to the valley that has stolen their hearts. Her husband, Tom Sederstrom, has begun working at the school this year truly making this a family atmosphere. Both of their children graduated from the academy; Sarah in 2013, and Daniel in 2011. Daniel is now married to the 6th grade teacher, Lindsey Sederstrom, and has given them their first grandchild, Oliver. She is excited to see how God will continue to use her in the years to come! Teresa retired from full-time teaching in 2021, but continues to play an active role with MVCA. Contact Mrs. Sederstrom |
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