ZCA School Board

Debbie Allen has been cultivating minds and instilling character in her students since 2000 when she first started teaching at ZCA.  Not only did she take pride in her pupils’ scholastic accolades, but she also worked to ensure that their Christian walks flourished as well.  Up until she retired in 2016, she played an active role in her students’ lives by being present in and outside of the classroom.  On any given Friday night to this day, you may hear her cheering on the Eagles from the bleachers or see her filling in as a substitute teacher! Mrs. Allen is an active member at Mt. Joy Cumberland Presbyterian Church. 

Jim Davis is a member of the Session at Zion Presbyterian Church. He spent 13 years as a high school math teacher and coach at Franklin High School and is currently the owner of a Financial Advisory firm—Grow Live Give. He also served on the school board of Franklin Christian Academy in Franklin, TN from which two of his children graduated. Jim and his wife, Debra, live in Columbia. The Lord has blessed them with four children and five grandchildren.

Dan is currently the family pastor of Community Baptist Church in Spring Hill, Tennessee. He has over 15 years of experience in various youth, young adult, and family ministries. Dan is passionate about Christian education for both his own family and for the generations to come. He and his family have been part of Zion Christian Academy for over 3 years and desire to help raise young people who are ready and prepared for God’s calling in their lives. His passion is to see God’s kingdom advance and to see lives transformed for the Glory of Christ.

Bob is a local attorney and a long-time member of the ZCA community. Bob previously served on the school board from 1991-1997, including a term as the chairperson. He and his wife, Melinda, attend Zion Presbyterian Church and are the proud parents of Sam, a 2007 ZCA graduate. Bob is thankful for the opportunity to serve on the school board once again and help ZCA achieve an even bigger impact for God’s Kingdom.

Mark with his wife Cheryl have had 3 children go to Zion K-12 covering a span of 21 consecutive years.  Cheryl also served on the faculty for 13 years with time spent on both elementary and secondary campuses. “We are very thankful for the role ZCA has played in our family life and hope to see her ministry not only survive but thrive.” 

Morgan has been working as a pediatric nurse since 2014 and loves working with children. As a graduate of ZCA in the Class of 2010, Morgan is the first ZCA alum to serve on the school board. She is especially appreciative of her time as a ZCA student and highly values the Christian education and community that Zion offers. She is excited to be involved with her alma mater by serving on the school board. Morgan is a member of Zion Presbyterian Church.

Jennifar has a passion for children receiving an excellent education that is thoroughly college-prep with a Christian worldview. Of utmost importance is her desire to help students develop a deep and personal pursuit of Jesus Christ. Jennifar and her husband, Ryan, have three children, of whom one is an alumnus of ZCA and two currently enrolled in the upper school.