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Milpitas Christian School

MCS School Board

Milpitas Christian is run by a board of directors who volunteer their time and talent to ensure the school runs according to the by-laws and articles of incorporation.

The Board conducts strategic planning and oversight

  • Assesses overall MCS achievements in relation to the vision and mission
  • Assesses audited MCS financial documents in relation to prior year objectives
  • Assesses and approves budget for coming year
  • Provides oversight and guidance to the Superintendent.

 

Connie Segreto, Chair

Board Member since November 2015

Binghamton University, MA in Theatre
Harpur College, BA in Theatre
 
Retired:
National Markets & Relationships Marketing Leader: Deloitte
Board Member: Lighthouse for Women
Board Member, Co-Founder: SAM Camp, Inc.

"I am honored to be on the Board of Milpitas Christian School and to support its vision and mission. There is no greater gift we can give to our children than to nurture them in the love of the Lord in the midst of an excellent education."

 

 

 

 

Tim Tran, Member

Board Member since 2010

University of the Pacific, BS in Computer Engineering
Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary, Master of Divinity
Gateway Seminary, Doctor of Ministry

Current Employment: Senior Pastor at San Jose Community Church

"It is a joy and honor for me to serve on the MCS Board of Directors. I believe in the MCS vision and mission. My desire is to take part with the team to transform MCS into a place where each child is nurtured/grown spiritually and is provided with a well rounded education."

  

 

 

Eric Thoreson, Member

Board Member since February 2018

University of Toledo, B.S. Electrical Engineering, cum laude (1981)

Founder and Principal Search Consultant: Netsoft (1992-present) - 
Formerly engineering, program management and sales: General Electric
Current and past Board Member in multiple non-profits since 1997 
 
“The 40+ year track record MCS has in excellence of education and healthy development – body, soul, and spirit – is remarkable. The world and the South Bay need institutions like MCS not only for the benefit of the children and their families, but for society at large. 2 of our children went to MCS, with decidedly positive results for our family.”
 

Mayella Gardea, Treasurer/Secretary

 
Board Member since April 2017
 
Santa Clara University, B.S. Sociology (1992) 
Mission College Santa Clara, A.S. Liberal Arts (1990)
 
Board Member, Correctional Peace Officers Association 1995-1996
 
Retired: Correctional Officer (2016), 29 years of Service
County of Santa Clara, Office of the Sheriff
 
“I have a huge appreciation for MCS Faculty and Staff and wish to support them and their efforts. As a mother of a child with learning disabilities, I come from a perspective of inclusion.  I would like to help MCS reach their goals, particularly of opening up MCS High School.”
  

  

Stephen A. Boersma, Member

Board Member Since February 2018
Oregon State University, Ph.D. - Business, w/ minors in educational psychology and statistics
Western Seminary, MA - Church Education & Administration
San Jose State University, MS - Business & Accounting, minor in Sociology
Loyola University, Los Angeles - Business, Sociology, and Statistics
 
Current Employment:  Seeba & Associates, Inc. CPA's - Consultant (Tax and Compliance)

Board Member - Christian Management Association - Director, Corporate President & CEO
Board Member -  Hillview Baptist Church, Surprise, Arizona - Director and Corporate Treasurer

 

 

 

 

 

 

Head of School

Executes all aspects of operations, academics, marketing, and fund raising. Provides focal point of MCS leadership for community, parents, and staff.

 

 

Bob Murray

 
Education
Fresno Pacific University, Fresno, California
Master Level 
Technology and School Administration

Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, California
Master Degree
Master of Arts in Christian Education

Manhattan Christian College, Manhattan, Kansas
Bachelor Degree
Bible Ministries / Christian Education

 

Professional Experience
Over 40 years education career with positions that include teacher, administrator, principal, and head of school. These positions of responsibility include all grades from P2 - 12 grade. An extensive background with regional cultures found in Southern California, Oklahoma, Illinois, Kansas, and New Mexico. With a blend of both private and public educational environments. 

Most Current Employment
Administrator / Head of School – K through 12th grade
Quincy Christian School
Quincy, Illinois
Head of School – Elementary, Middle School, High School
Chino Valley Christian Schools
Chino, CA
Junior High Principal
Chino Valley Christian Schools
Chino, CA

Assistant Principal – Elementary and Middle School
Chino Valley Christian Schools
Chino, CA 

Beliefs
Bob has a love for God and for students.  He believes whole-
heartedly that Christian Education brings a unique approach to
education – bringing knowledge to subject matters, excellence to
education and all centered on God being involved in our lives – a
Biblical Worldview.  He believes in this generation and the future
leaders of our community, nation and to the world.

Favorite Verses
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those
who love him, who have been called according to his purpose”.
Romans 8:28

 “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does
the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to
walk humbly with your God.”  Micah 6:8