Staff
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Founders Dr. Gene and Sue Lingerfelt founded St. Paul's Preparatory Academy in 1988. Dr. Gene Lingerfelt currently serves as the senior pastor of Overcoming Faith Christian Center in Arlington, Texas. On the Web: Overcoming Faith Christian Center |
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Principal Janice Wood Janice Wood has been St. Paul's Preparatory Academy's principal since 1990. Janice received her B.S. in Elementary Science in 1967 from the University of North Texas, and in 1999, she received her M.S. in Education Administration with honors from the University of Texas at Arlington. During her career prior to joining St. Paul's, Mrs. Wood worked for the Arlington Independent School District (1967-1969), helped found one of the first Presbyterian pre-schools (1970), and taught as a private piano teacher (1970-1992). Since 1990, Mrs. Wood has seen many students come to St. Paul's Preparatory Academy, and as the school has expanded, she has sought to constantly improve the school's quality of education, while mentoring the school's graduating classes. As both an instructor and administrator, Mrs. Wood gives all she can towards making this school a true preparatory academy that helps students become Christ-centered, ethically conscious individuals. |
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Assistant Principal Gayla Rockwell Gayla Rockwell has been a member of St. Paul's faculty for over 20 years. She is an amazing servant of God, and has taught everything from Mother's Day Out to middle school math, science, and even chapel. Mrs. Rockwell also supervises the school's elementary grades. Nearly every student at St. Paul's has had Mrs. Rockwell as an instructor at least once. She graduated from Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, and she is a wonderful, inspiring teacher, who truly embodies Christ's love for others. |
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High School Chaplain Aaron Wood Aaron Wood is a graduate of Southern Methodist University, and has worked for both St. Paul's and Overcoming Faith Christian Center for nearly 20 years. Aaron is currently working on his Master's degree. With many years experience both teaching and working with teenagers, Aaron provides spiritual guidance and counsel to the entire St. Paul's community, particularly to the junior high and high school students. |
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Guidance Counselor Sarah Campbell Sarah Campbell, a graduate of Lee University in Tennessee, has been a part of the St. Paul’s family for 5 years, working as an instructor and guidance counselor to the junior high and high school students. Sarah is currently pursuing her Master of Education degree in School Counseling. Sarah counts it a privilege to be a part of the mentoring process that will lead her students to fulfill the plans God has set for them. |





Assistant Principal
High School Chaplain
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