Heather Lloyd - Executive Director
Heather Lloyd, the Founder and CEO of Concordis Education Partners, brings decades of teaching, training, and administrative expertise to her transformative work in classical, Christian schools. Leading a dedicated team, Heather's passion extends beyond administrative support to provide comprehensive gospel-centric, liberal arts consultation for 30+ schools nationwide. With extensive business experience and pedagogical insight, she uniquely guides Christian schools through foundational needs, including board development and strategic planning.
Heather envisions schools as uniquely joyful environments, serving students as individuals within classrooms, where children are trained in Christian discernment alongside mastery in academic endeavors. Through Concordis Education Partners, she endeavors to shape the landscape of classical, Christian education, and to leave an indelible mark on the children within each institution she serves.
Tyson Rallens - Chief Executive Officer
Tyson Rallens joined Concordis this year as CEO and also serves as Vice President of The Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS) and chairman of the board of directors for the CiRCE Institute. He brings decades of experience in classical education—as a student, teacher, and administrator—along with fifteen years in business operations, engineering, and management at Hewlett Packard Enterprise and an MBA and DPhil degree in business strategy from the University of Oxford's Saïd Business School.
In Oxford, Ty lived in C.S. Lewis's house, The Kilns, where he gave tours to thousands of visitors and directed the C.S. Lewis Study Centre. Now, he teaches Classical School Leadership for the Templeton Honors College at Eastern University and guides THC’s postgraduate students on an annual trip to Oxford.
Ty’s priority is ensuring that, as Concordis grows, our services remain as personal and robust as ever, supporting each of our client schools in their mission for Christ’s kingdom.
Consultants
Jeff Adams - School Consultant
Bill Stutzman - School Consultant, Pedagogy & Curriculum Director
Jason Farley - School Consultant
Jeff Adams is a consultant at Concordis, where he has served for the past year. During his 20-plus years in education he has taught at the middle school, high school, and college levels; he and his wife Carrie spent five years working in L’abri; and he has served as an administrator in both the Dean of community and culture and Head of Sc
Jeff Adams is a consultant at Concordis, where he has served for the past year. During his 20-plus years in education he has taught at the middle school, high school, and college levels; he and his wife Carrie spent five years working in L’abri; and he has served as an administrator in both the Dean of community and culture and Head of School roles. Jeff holds an M.A. in the History of Christianity, with minors in both Systematic Theology and Theology and the imagination. His undergraduate work was a double major in biblical studies and pastoral skills. Jeff loves his family, volunteering at his Anglican Church, reading, puttering in the garden, remodeling homes, leadership development, the idea of woodworking, Oregon Duck football, and Liverpool Football Club. He and his lovely wife Carrie live in Dundee, Oregon, and have two kids that currently attend a classical school.
Jason Farley - School Consultant
Bill Stutzman - School Consultant, Pedagogy & Curriculum Director
Jason Farley - School Consultant
Jason has been working in Classical Education for 25 years as a teacher, head of school, board member, writer, and teacher trainer. He and his wife have been involved with founding schools, established schools, and everything in between. They are passionate about both educating young students and continuing education for adults. They live in Spokane, WA and have four children and one grandchild.
Bill Stutzman - School Consultant, Pedagogy & Curriculum Director
Bill Stutzman - School Consultant, Pedagogy & Curriculum Director
Bill Stutzman - School Consultant, Pedagogy & Curriculum Director
Bill Stutzman has engaged in classical Christian education for more than 20 years. He has taught multiple ages and stages, from 6th-grade homeroom at The Ambrose School (Boise, ID) to instructor of Humanities, Rhetoric, Orchestra, and even some Science and Math, both at Ambrose and at The Oaks Classical Christian Academy (Spokane, WA). H
Bill Stutzman has engaged in classical Christian education for more than 20 years. He has taught multiple ages and stages, from 6th-grade homeroom at The Ambrose School (Boise, ID) to instructor of Humanities, Rhetoric, Orchestra, and even some Science and Math, both at Ambrose and at The Oaks Classical Christian Academy (Spokane, WA). He has also spoken and written nationally, developed curriculum, and overseen staff and students as an administrator at these schools and at Calvin Christian School (Escondido, CA) and Classical Christian Academy (Rathdrum, ID), where he was most recently Headmaster. Bill holds an M.A. in English Literature with undergraduate minors in Music and French, and he loves writing and performing music and poetry, reading, and learning as a lifelong pursuit. He and his lovely wife Cherise have three grown, classically educated children. He is thrilled to be partnering with schools at Concordis.
Gene Liechty - Development Consultant
Gene Liechty - Development Consultant
Bill Stutzman - School Consultant, Pedagogy & Curriculum Director
With 23 years of experience in development and marketing, Gene serves as both the Director of Advancement at Sandhills Classical Christian School in Pinehurst, NC and a development consultant at Concordis Education Partners- a classical Christian consulting group in Boise, Idaho. Back in 1986, Mr. Liechty received his BA in Marketing/Comm
With 23 years of experience in development and marketing, Gene serves as both the Director of Advancement at Sandhills Classical Christian School in Pinehurst, NC and a development consultant at Concordis Education Partners- a classical Christian consulting group in Boise, Idaho. Back in 1986, Mr. Liechty received his BA in Marketing/Communications from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. He attended Greyfriars Ministerial Hall in Moscow, Idaho. Gene served as Director of Advancement at Cary Christian School in Cary, North Carolina (2002-2012) and Director of Development at Logos School in Moscow, Idaho (2013-2018). Mr. Liechty has also planted several churches over the last 22 years. He and his wife of 28 years, Kimberly, have four grown children: Grace, Carter, Silas, and Ian. The first grandchild is due in July of 2025!
Leah Poe - Special Needs Consultant
Gene Liechty - Development Consultant
Leah Poe - Special Needs Consultant
Leah has a strong background in functional behavior assessment and has a heart for working with children who have suffered emotional trauma. She has also completed her foundations in biblical counseling through the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors. Leah has redeemed her education to assist teachers, schools and parents with important tools for working with struggling children.
Directors
Anje Rice - Liaison Director
Patsy Hinton - Director of Accreditation
Matt Metcalf - Finance Director
Anje Rice brings years of experience working in classical Christian education. From boots on the ground help with aiding, subbing and working in the office, to her most recent role supporting school administration, Anje’s heart is to help bring Christian and classical education to communities everywhere. With her educational background i
Anje Rice brings years of experience working in classical Christian education. From boots on the ground help with aiding, subbing and working in the office, to her most recent role supporting school administration, Anje’s heart is to help bring Christian and classical education to communities everywhere. With her educational background in teaching followed by a Master’s in Business Administration, she is poised to provide invaluable administrative support.
Matt Metcalf - Finance Director
Patsy Hinton - Director of Accreditation
Matt Metcalf - Finance Director
Matt Metcalf holds Bachelor and Master degrees in Accountancy from the University of Mississippi. With a multifaceted career spanning public accounting, financial reporting, tax preparation, and non-profit educational financial management, he has navigated diverse roles in both large private Christian schools and small startup institutio
Matt Metcalf holds Bachelor and Master degrees in Accountancy from the University of Mississippi. With a multifaceted career spanning public accounting, financial reporting, tax preparation, and non-profit educational financial management, he has navigated diverse roles in both large private Christian schools and small startup institutions, including serving as Headmaster. Matt looks forward to using his expertise in school management and corporate accounting to enrich the classical Christian school communities served by Concordis, partnering with them to ensure best practices and fostering growth.
Patsy Hinton - Director of Accreditation
Patsy Hinton - Director of Accreditation
Allison O'Donnell - Launch Project Manager
Patsy Hinton is a classical Christian educator committed to preparing and supporting the next generation of leaders in service to Christ in classical Christian schools. She holds a master’s degree in Education with a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction and has served for more than two decades in classical Christian education.
She c
Patsy Hinton is a classical Christian educator committed to preparing and supporting the next generation of leaders in service to Christ in classical Christian schools. She holds a master’s degree in Education with a concentration in Curriculum and Instruction and has served for more than two decades in classical Christian education.
She currently serves as Headmaster of Covenant Classical Christian School in Columbia, South Carolina, and has previously served as Headmaster of Providence Classical Christian School in Oxford, Georgia, and Bloomfield Christian School in Bloomfield, Michigan, as well as Dean of Academics at The Paideia School in Tampa, Florida, where she was part of the school’s founding leadership. Patsy has also served as a consultant with the Association of Classical Christian Schools and currently leads the Doctorate II program in Executive Leadership, Academics, and Pedagogy.
Allison O'Donnell - Launch Project Manager
Esther Paul - Publications & Advancement Director
Allison O'Donnell - Launch Project Manager
Esther Paul - Publications & Advancement Director
Esther Paul - Publications & Advancement Director
Esther Paul - Publications & Advancement Director
With a B.S. in Education, and over 20 years of experience in homeschooling six children, Esther Paul has helped develop national programs, has served on boards for Christian organizations, aided in organizational restructuring and assisted in rhetoric development. As a strong advocate of classical, Christian education, Esther serves Concordis schools through publications and advancement.
Denise Moor - Human Resources Director
Esther Paul - Publications & Advancement Director
Esther Paul - Publications & Advancement Director
Bringing years of experience in the administrative field, Denise Moor has worked in insurance, church and retail office administration. While raising her family, she kept her skills fresh through a position with a temp agency and substitute teaching. Her most recent position was office manager of a church where a classical school was held, serving as liaison between the church and school.
Michael Butler - Information Technologies Director
Michael Butler - Information Technologies Director
Michael Butler - Information Technologies Director
Michael has been working in IT for many years and joined the Concordis team to both enhance the internal systems at Concordis and to streamline online resources for our schools and ensure we have things running smoothly. Michael has a heart for serving the Lord and a love of Christian Education.
Bianca Vimont - Director of School Partnerships
Michael Butler - Information Technologies Director
Michael Butler - Information Technologies Director
Bianca Vimont is deeply committed to partnering with families and educators to disciple the next generation of children in the paideia of the Lord. She serves as Director of School Partnerships at Concordis Partners, where she eagerly guides individuals and groups in the early stages of launching classical Christian schools.
She has previ
Bianca Vimont is deeply committed to partnering with families and educators to disciple the next generation of children in the paideia of the Lord. She serves as Director of School Partnerships at Concordis Partners, where she eagerly guides individuals and groups in the early stages of launching classical Christian schools.
She has previously helped found several schools in Texas and has served in various roles including Board Member, Dean of Academics, Department Chair, and a classroom teacher for more than 20 years. Currently Bianca is helping launch a new school in Austin through Concordis called Arete Hall. She is passionate about helping others cast vision and bring new schools to life.
Support Team
Charlotte Burrows - School Liaison
Libby Palpant - School Services Assistant
Charlotte Burrows - School Liaison
Charlotte recently graduated from New Saint Andrews College with a Liberal Arts degree and an Outstanding Student Award. During her time at NSA, she discovered a deep love for Classical
Christian Education and was privileged to have the opportunity to develop this practically under NSA’s highly-experienced faculty after the college hired h
Charlotte recently graduated from New Saint Andrews College with a Liberal Arts degree and an Outstanding Student Award. During her time at NSA, she discovered a deep love for Classical
Christian Education and was privileged to have the opportunity to develop this practically under NSA’s highly-experienced faculty after the college hired her as a Teaching Assistant for the
History and Music Colloquia. Charlotte is excited to pair her strong desire to further the cause of Classical Christian Education with her passion for organisation and administration in serving at
Concordis.
Pam Manson - School Liaison
Libby Palpant - School Services Assistant
Charlotte Burrows - School Liaison
With a B.S. in Physical Education/Sports Medicine, Pam has worked in Physical Therapy and Chiropractic offices as an Athletic Trainer with the goal of helping others. She then transitioned to classical Christian education once her children reached school age. She now has over 18 years of experience in administration, fundraising, and tea
With a B.S. in Physical Education/Sports Medicine, Pam has worked in Physical Therapy and Chiropractic offices as an Athletic Trainer with the goal of helping others. She then transitioned to classical Christian education once her children reached school age. She now has over 18 years of experience in administration, fundraising, and teaching in a classical environment. Her goal continues in a different way to help classical Christian schools reform education from the ground up.
Libby Palpant - School Services Assistant
Libby Palpant - School Services Assistant
Libby Palpant - School Services Assistant
Libby recently graduated cum laude from New Saint Andrew’s College with a B.A. in Liberal Arts and Culture. Having grown up in the UK, where Christian education is less common, she is passionate about advancing classical christian education.
She is grateful to be part of Concordis and to serve in the administrative department, supporting
Libby recently graduated cum laude from New Saint Andrew’s College with a B.A. in Liberal Arts and Culture. Having grown up in the UK, where Christian education is less common, she is passionate about advancing classical christian education.
She is grateful to be part of Concordis and to serve in the administrative department, supporting students as they experience its benefits. She and her husband are delighted to be expecting their first baby very soon!
Ellie Rice - School Services Assistant
Libby Palpant - School Services Assistant
Libby Palpant - School Services Assistant
Stephanie Thornton - School Liaison
Stephanie Thornton - School Liaison
Stephanie Thornton - School Liaison
Stephanie brings years of experience in classical Christian education, having served as Executive Assistant to the Head of School, worked in Development, and led efforts as a Capital Campaign Manager. Stephanie is passionate about classical Christian education and is excited to support the mission of Concordis.
In her free time she enjoys
Stephanie brings years of experience in classical Christian education, having served as Executive Assistant to the Head of School, worked in Development, and led efforts as a Capital Campaign Manager. Stephanie is passionate about classical Christian education and is excited to support the mission of Concordis.
In her free time she enjoys traveling, gardening, exercising, and spending time with her family.
Bronwyn Williams - School Liaison
Stephanie Thornton - School Liaison
Stephanie Thornton - School Liaison
Bronwyn holds a Master's degree in Human Services, with a concentration in Marriage & Family Therapy. She has been involved in behavioral science research to better understand and support individuals and families. She previously owned and directed a barre fitness studio and retail boutique. Now a Concordis Liaison, Bronwyn partners with s
Bronwyn holds a Master's degree in Human Services, with a concentration in Marriage & Family Therapy. She has been involved in behavioral science research to better understand and support individuals and families. She previously owned and directed a barre fitness studio and retail boutique. Now a Concordis Liaison, Bronwyn partners with schools to support Classical Christian education—helping them launch and cultivate Christ‑centered learning environments. In her free time, Bronwyn enjoys traveling with her family, working out, reading, college football, and fundraising for their local pediatric children's hospital.
Sam Bassett - Financial Support
Stephanie Thornton - School Liaison
Katie Griffin- Financial Support
Sam has a BA in business management from Oregon State University. Having worked as a medical office manager, retail manager, and bookkeeper for non-profits and businesses alike Sam wants to see his skills and experience used to further the vision of making quality classical Christian education sustainable and ubiquitous in our communities
Sam has a BA in business management from Oregon State University. Having worked as a medical office manager, retail manager, and bookkeeper for non-profits and businesses alike Sam wants to see his skills and experience used to further the vision of making quality classical Christian education sustainable and ubiquitous in our communities. Sam is a happily married father of three and enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and playing board games.
Katie Griffin- Financial Support
Stephanie Thornton - School Liaison
Katie Griffin- Financial Support
Katie received a BA in Business Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi. Since graduation she has worked in education, insurance, finance, & property management. Katie loves spending time with her husband, daughter, and doggie traveling to state parks & museums all across the south. She is also on the finance board of
Katie received a BA in Business Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi. Since graduation she has worked in education, insurance, finance, & property management. Katie loves spending time with her husband, daughter, and doggie traveling to state parks & museums all across the south. She is also on the finance board of her church and is also very active helping with events and children’s ministries.
Aleta Maki - Financial Support
Nathan Thurston - Information Technologies Assistant
Hannah Roberts - Financial Support
Aleta worked as a bookkeeper in property management for 16 years. She sees Classical Education as a strong foundation for Christian culture and is grateful to assist in the background towards the goal of Christian Education. She enjoys problem solving and figuring out where something went wrong. When she is not working, she loves to read, garden, cook and make handcrafts.
Hannah Roberts - Financial Support
Nathan Thurston - Information Technologies Assistant
Hannah Roberts - Financial Support
After receiving a Liberal Arts degree from New Saint Andrews College, Hannah has gone on to work in filing, automotive detailing, food service as a kitchen manager--becoming food safety certified, and now bookkeeping. Hannah has a strong attention to detail and loves to help others.
Brooke Moor - Human Resources Assistant
Nathan Thurston - Information Technologies Assistant
Nathan Thurston - Information Technologies Assistant
After several years of being a stay at home mom to her two boys, and most recently, a teacher's aide where her boys attend Christian School, Brooke brings a strong sense of leadership, eagerness, organization and administrative experience to our Concordis team. She is heavily involved in her church, where she leads worship, mentors young
After several years of being a stay at home mom to her two boys, and most recently, a teacher's aide where her boys attend Christian School, Brooke brings a strong sense of leadership, eagerness, organization and administrative experience to our Concordis team. She is heavily involved in her church, where she leads worship, mentors young girls and also leads a community group with her husband of 15 years. Brooke has a passion for the Lord and strong Christian education. She enjoys reading, exercising, singing, watching her boys' sporting events, and spending time with her family.
Nathan Thurston - Information Technologies Assistant
Nathan Thurston - Information Technologies Assistant
Nathan Thurston - Information Technologies Assistant
Alisa Moyer - Publications Team
Dulcinea Stutzman - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Christy Monjure - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Alisa is a classical educator and university professor with a strong editorial background working for major marketing agencies. She has a passion for serving classical Christian schools and provides editorial services from a Christian worldview.
Christy Monjure - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Dulcinea Stutzman - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Christy Monjure - Publications & Advancement Assistant
With years of experience in corporate Human Resources, Marketing and Development, and having helped start a successful classical Christian school in NE Atlanta, GA, Christy has much to offer new classical Christian schools. Over the years, she has held many roles from academic to administrative, which give her a well-rounded understanding
With years of experience in corporate Human Resources, Marketing and Development, and having helped start a successful classical Christian school in NE Atlanta, GA, Christy has much to offer new classical Christian schools. Over the years, she has held many roles from academic to administrative, which give her a well-rounded understanding of what schools need in their pursuit of advancing the vision and mission of the school.
Aimee Norkett - Lead Designer
Dulcinea Stutzman - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Dulcinea Stutzman - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Aimee earned a Bachelor of Arts in Media Communications, and brings almost 20 years of visual design and digital marketing experience to the table. For the first 8 years of her career, Aimee worked in the 'Corporate America Ad Agency World'. In 2012 she detached herself from that world, and has been an independent contractor ever since, p
Aimee earned a Bachelor of Arts in Media Communications, and brings almost 20 years of visual design and digital marketing experience to the table. For the first 8 years of her career, Aimee worked in the 'Corporate America Ad Agency World'. In 2012 she detached herself from that world, and has been an independent contractor ever since, partnering with businesses, individuals, and nonprofits who are aligned with her values and committed to making the world a better place, especially for our children.
Dulcinea Stutzman - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Dulcinea Stutzman - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Dulcinea Stutzman - Publications & Advancement Assistant
Dulcinea recently graduated cum laude from New Saint Andrews College, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts and Culture. She will continue her studies this fall by pursuing a Master’s degree in Humanities. Having grown up in classical Christian schools with parents who were educators, Dulcinea developed a deep appreciation
Dulcinea recently graduated cum laude from New Saint Andrews College, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts and Culture. She will continue her studies this fall by pursuing a Master’s degree in Humanities. Having grown up in classical Christian schools with parents who were educators, Dulcinea developed a deep appreciation for education and a desire to carry forward the vision instilled by her family, peers, and professors.
She enjoys combining her zeal for education with her love for design and interpersonal communication, partnering with schools to support and advance a unified vision.