School Board

Blessed to serve Our Community

Killian Hill Christian School (KHCS), as a ministry of Killian Hill Baptist Church (KHBC), exists to assist parents in their God-given responsibility of educating their young people by providing a high-quality spiritual and academic program, enhanced by balanced fine arts and athletics while encouraging and motivating them to live disciplined, Christ-centered lives. KHCS operates under a governance structure that emphasizes a partnership between its School Board and the Head of School, reflecting its identity as a ministry of KHBC.

School Board: The KHCS School Board is composed of members from KHBC. Its primary responsibilities are strategic and oversight in nature, ensuring the school’s long-term health and adherence to its mission. Key functions of the Board include:

   • Mission Stewardship: Safeguarding the school’s spiritual and academic values.

   • Strategic Direction: Guiding the school in accordance with its strategic plan and sound financial principles.

   • Sustainability: Ensuring the ongoing viability and affordability of KHCS for future families.

   • Head of School Management: Recruiting, evaluating, and supporting the Head of School.

   • Philanthropic Advancement: Leading and promoting fundraising efforts to support the growth of KHCS.

Head of School: The Head of School is responsible for the day-to-day operations and instructional leadership of KHCS. This role involves leading an administrative team to manage various aspects of the school, including:

   • Enrollment Management: Overseeing admissions, enrollment, and reenrollment processes.

   • Curriculum Implementation: Ensuring a biblically grounded and academically rigorous curriculum.

   • Staff Development: Hiring, mentoring, and developing Godly faculty and staff.

   • Student Discipline: Addressing student discipline issues with wisdom and compassion.

   • Parent Engagement: Partnering with parents to fulfill the school’s mission.

In essence, the School Board is responsible for setting the vision and policies, while the Head of School is tasked with executing these policies to foster a thriving school culture and ensure student success. This collaborative approach aims to maintain KHCS as a beneficial institution for present and future generations.

Meet our School Board

Jim serves as Chairman of the KHCS School Board with a heart devoted to gospel-centered education and a passion for legacy leadership that honors both faith and excellence. Originally from Greenville, South Carolina, Jim graduated from Bob Jones University with a degree in accounting and became a Certified Public Accountant in 1980. After earning his law degree from the University of South Carolina, he joined King & Spalding, an Atlanta-based law firm, where he has spent decades representing, counseling and defending Fortune 500 companies, “Big 4” accounting firms, and financial institutions in complex lawsuits and government investigations.

His unique background as both an attorney and CPA equips him to bring strategic clarity, financial discernment, and governance expertise to the KHCS School Board – ensuring the school is not only spiritually anchored, but also structurally sound for generations to come. Jim leads the board with a clear and compelling vision: to steward KHCS’s lasting impact by making wise, forward-thinking decisions that ensure the school’s sustainability, thrivability, and accessibility for generations to come. As Chairman, he consistently guides boards members to focus on long-term stewardship that protects KHCS’s legacy while empowering its future.

Jim and his wife Sherry, married since 1982, have called Gwinnett County home for over three decades, joyfully raising four daughters – all proud KHCS alumni – who have now blessed them with sixteen grandchildren. A faithful servant at Killian Hill Baptist Church, Jim has served as an adult Sunday School leader and brings that same teaching heart to his board leadership. Beyond KHBC, he has also served for years on the board of Biblical Ministries Worldwide (and chair of the mission’s Governance Committee), helping steward global missions with integrity and purpose.

Jim’s commitment to KHCS runs deeper than professional duty – it’s deeply personal. Every initiative he champions, every discussion he facilitates, flows from his longing to see the school glorify God, edify believers, and reach the lost. For Jim, Christian education isn’t just a ministry – it’s a sacred legacy worth protecting and nurturing for generations to come.

Pastor Joe Boulanger serves as the Senior Pastor of Killian Hill Baptist Church (KHBC) and holds an ex-officio seat on the KHCS School Board, providing spiritual guidance and pastoral oversight for the school as a cherished extension of the church’s ministry. KHCS exists as a vital outreach ministry of KHBC, and under Pastor Joe’s leadership, the partnership between the church and school has flourished with renewed vision and deepened purpose.

Having served faithfully on the pastoral staff of KHBC since 2007, Pastor Joe stepped into the senior pastor role in 2022 – and with that transition came an even deeper passion for the KHCS ministry. Since then, he has become a devoted champion for Christ-centered education, fostering a school culture where students are firmly grounded in biblical truth, faculty are encouraged and equipped as spiritual mentors, and families are embraced by a thriving gospel community that extends far beyond the classroom.

A native of Michigan, Pastor Joe holds degrees in Bible (B.A.) and Theology (M.A.), grounding his leadership in both theological depth and pastoral wisdom. He brings a humble, caring presence to both church and school life – preaching God’s Word faithfully, counseling with Christ-like compassion, and investing in relationships that reflect the transforming love of the gospel.

His commitment to KHCS flows from both pastoral calling and personal investment. All three of Pastor Joe’s daughters – Alaina, Madeline, and Annalyse – attend KHCS, and he and his wife Lauren, married since 2008, cherish the daily opportunity to partner with the school in shaping their family’s spiritual and educational journey.

Pastor Joe views his role with KHCS as a sacred stewardship – ensuring that the school remains spiritually anchored while academically excellent, creating a place where young hearts are not only educated but truly transformed by the power of the gospel. Outside of ministry, he enjoys good books, good coffee, and time in the great outdoors – but he’s most fulfilled when serving his congregation and walking alongside the KHCS community with a heart full of hope and vision for the next generation.

Tom serves on the KHCS School Board with a deep conviction that Christ-centered education is essential for shaping servant-hearted leaders and strong families. A native of West Virginia, Tom received Christ at a young age and was blessed to grow up in a Christian home – a foundation that continues to guide his life and service. He earned dual master’s degrees in Church and Educational Administration from Bob Jones University and spent over a decade in Christian education as a high school teacher and administrator before transitioning into corporate leadership.

Over his 28-year career with UPS, Tom advanced to serve as a Corporate Leadership and Talent Development Manager, where he helped build the company’s global leadership pipeline – most notably launching management development programs across Europe in 2003. This unique blend of ministry-minded education and corporate strategy equips him to bring both educational insight and organizational excellence to KHCS’s governance, ensuring the school develops leaders while maintaining operational strength.

Since retiring in 2015, Tom has continued investing his gifts in Kingdom work. At Killian Hill Baptist Church, he contributes to the music ministry and has served as Sunday School Superintendent, developing curriculum for Adult Bible Fellowship classes. Beyond KHBC, Tom sits on the board of the Berea School of Ministry, which equips Hispanic pastors and church workers in the Atlanta area. He also serves as Vice President of Culture for Biblical Ministries Worldwide, where he shapes candidate training and strengthens global ministry strategy – experience that deepens his understanding of how quality Christian education impacts lives around the world.

Tom’s commitment to KHCS runs even deeper through his family’s rich connection to the school. His wife Sharon served for many years as an advanced math teacher at KHCS before retiring, bringing her educator’s heart directly into their shared vision for the school. Their son Randy is a proud KHCS graduate, and their son-in-law Robert Sherman continues the family’s investment as a beloved high school Bible teacher at KHCS. Tom and Sharon, married for over 50 years, delight in reading, golfing, traveling, and – above all – spending meaningful time with their children and grandchildren in the Atlanta metro area. Tom views his service on the KHCS board as a sacred opportunity to bless future generations by guiding the school with wisdom, clarity, and unwavering commitment to its gospel mission – ensuring that KHCS continues preparing young hearts and minds to serve Christ faithfully wherever He calls them.

Carrie Cook brings both professional excellence and heartfelt devotion to her role on the KHCS School Board, viewing it as a joyful opportunity to give back to the school that helped shape her walk with Christ. Born and raised in Georgia, Carrie is a proud alumna of Killian Hill Christian School, having attended from 2nd through 12th grade – a transformative journey marked by the lasting influence of beloved mentors like Miss Cordell (still teaching at KHCS!) and Mr. Totten (now serving alongside her on the board).

After graduating from KHCS, Carrie earned her degree in accounting from Bob Jones University and became a Certified Public Accountant. She now owns and operates C. Cook, CPA, a Lilburn-based firm providing trusted tax services to individuals and small businesses. With over 20 years in the accounting profession, Carrie brings essential financial wisdom, unwavering integrity, and a steward’s heart to the board – helping ensure KHCS maintains both fiscal responsibility and ministry focus as it grows and serves families.

At Killian Hill Baptist Church, Carrie is deeply involved in the music ministry as a flutist in the orchestra and shares biblical truth with little ones as a preschool Sunday School teacher. Outside of her ministry and work, she enjoys skiing, reading, and diamond painting – creative pursuits that reflect her thoughtful and joyful spirit.

Carrie views her role on the board as a sacred investment in the next generation of KHCS students, helping KHCS flourish as a place where academic rigor and spiritual formation go hand in hand. Her unique perspective as both an alumna and financial professional enriches the school’s mission with loyalty, practical leadership, and a deep understanding of what makes KHCS transformational in students’ lives.

Carrie Cook brings both professional excellence and heartfelt devotion to her role on the KHCS School Board, viewing it as a joyful opportunity to give back to the school that helped shape her walk with Christ. Born and raised in Georgia, Carrie is a proud alumna of Killian Hill Christian School, having attended from 2nd through 12th grade – a transformative journey marked by the lasting influence of beloved mentors like Miss Cordell (still teaching at KHCS!) and Mr. Totten (now serving alongside her on the board).

After graduating from KHCS, Carrie earned her degree in accounting from Bob Jones University and became a Certified Public Accountant. She now owns and operates C. Cook, CPA, a Lilburn-based firm providing trusted tax services to individuals and small businesses. With over 20 years in the accounting profession, Carrie brings essential financial wisdom, unwavering integrity, and a steward’s heart to the board – helping ensure KHCS maintains both fiscal responsibility and ministry focus as it grows and serves families.

At Killian Hill Baptist Church, Carrie is deeply involved in the music ministry as a flutist in the orchestra and shares biblical truth with little ones as a preschool Sunday School teacher. Outside of her ministry and work, she enjoys skiing, reading, and diamond painting – creative pursuits that reflect her thoughtful and joyful spirit.

Carrie views her role on the board as a sacred investment in the next generation of KHCS students, helping KHCS flourish as a place where academic rigor and spiritual formation go hand in hand. Her unique perspective as both an alumna and financial professional enriches the school’s mission with loyalty, practical leadership, and a deep understanding of what makes KHCS transformational in students’ lives.

Dr. Andy Prussia serves on the KHCS School Board with deep gratitude for the opportunity to invest in the school that has poured into his own children and shaped their love for truth, learning, and the gospel. Raised in Griffin, Georgia, Andy was blessed to attend Christian schools throughout his formative years—setting the trajectory for a life committed to faith, family, and service. Fun fact: he once competed against Killian Hill in a fine arts event, finishing in second place to KHCS… though these days, he’s proud to say his kids have gone on to win first!

Andy earned his bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Pensacola Christian College and completed his doctorate in chemistry at Emory University. He conducted research with the Emory Institute for Drug Development—contributing to breakthrough antiviral discoveries—and now serves at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, focusing on predictive toxicology to protect public health. His scientific training and analytical mindset equip him to bring thoughtful, evidence-based perspective to KHCS’s strategic planning, ensuring decisions are grounded in both wisdom and careful evaluation.

Andy and his wife Heather joined Killian Hill Baptist Church during his graduate studies and have built a joyful home anchored in biblical conviction. Heather has taught at KHCS for many years and currently serves as a beloved 3rdgrade teacher, bringing her educator’s heart directly into their family’s mission. Their four children have all attended KHCS since kindergarten, experiencing firsthand the academic excellence and spiritual discipleship that Andy now works to preserve and strengthen as a board member—with insights informed by both a parent’s love and an educator’s perspective through Heather’s daily investment in KHCS students. At KHBC, Andy has served faithfully as a deacon and trustee, and at KHCS he previously coached the quiz bowl team—each role reflecting his heart for equipping the next generation with both knowledge and character.

For Andy, board service is more than governance—it’s legacy-building. He is honored to support KHCS as it continues shaping Christlike students who think critically, serve sacrificially, and live with eternal purpose in an ever-changing world.

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Jasmine brings over a decade of expertise in communications and public relations, serving on the KHCS School Board with a passion for excellence and a profound commitment to Christian education. Her diverse career spans news media, public education, PR agencies, and corporate communications, where she currently leads strategic internal communications at Georgia-Pacific. In her role, Jasmine champions employee engagement and HR initiatives that promote clarity, connection, and a thriving workplace culture. 

A proud graduate of Columbus State University, Jasmine earned her bachelor’s degree in communication with a minor in business. Her innovative approach and leadership have earned her multiple awards from the Georgia School Public Relations Association (GSPRA) and the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), recognizing her impactful campaigns and strategic insights. 

Faith and family are at the heart of Jasmine’s life. Her husband, Pastor Kwame, serves as the Campus Pastor at Killian Hill Christian School, where he ministers to students and staff with biblical wisdom and compassion. Jasmine actively contributes to the children’s ministry at Killian Hill Baptist Church, nurturing young hearts and guiding them in biblical truth. As a proud parent of two children currently enrolled at KHCS, Jasmine views her service on the school board as a vital extension of her ministry – dedicated to advancing KHCS’s eternal mission. Her focus is on strengthening communication, fostering vibrant community engagement, and supporting a Christ-centered environment that nurtures students, families, and staff alike. Jasmine’s leadership and faith-driven approach enrich the KHCS community, ensuring it remains a place where lives are transformed through the gospel.

Andrew VanDenBerghe approaches his service on the KHCS School Board with energy, humility, and a heart for stewardship – grateful for the opportunity to invest in a school that disciples students through truth, excellence, and grace. A Certified Public Accountant in the state of Georgia, Andrew serves as an Audit Senior with Deloitte & Touche LLP, where he leads day-to-day operations for his audit team and supports a Fortune 500 client in the Retail, Wholesale, and Distribution sector. His expertise in financial accountability, risk assessment, and team leadership equips him to bring both practical wisdom and strategic insight to KHCS’s governance, ensuring the school maintains fiscal integrity while pursuing its ministry mission.

Andrew earned his bachelor’s degree from Bob Jones University and lives in Lilburn, Georgia with his wife Rachel, who serves as an art teacher and volleyball coach at KHCS. Together, they serve faithfully at Killian Hill Baptist Church – singing in the choir and leading the youth group ministry with purpose and joy. At KHCS, Andrew also invests directly in students as an assistant coach for the varsity basketball team, creating a beautiful picture of a couple wholly committed to the school’s mission – Rachel shaping students’ creativity and athletic character in the classroom and on the volleyball court, while Andrew mentors young athletes on the basketball court and guides the school’s future through board service.

Dr. Sophy Ninan serves on the KHCS School Board with a deep desire to see students flourish spiritually, intellectually, and purposefully – reflecting the school’s vision of training scholars, making disciples, and graduating leaders. Her own educational journey beautifully reflects this calling: a Bachelor of Science in Premed from Bob Jones University demonstrates her love for learning and scientific inquiry; a Master’s in Biblical Counseling reveals her heart for relational ministry and discipleship; and a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Wisconsin underscores her commitment to excellence and leadership in healthcare and beyond.

With over 20 years of experience as a pharmacist in diverse healthcare settings—including the University of Chicago Medical Center and UnitedHealthcare—Sophy currently serves as a Clinical Pharmacist at HarmonyCares, where she combines clinical precision with compassionate care. Her unique background in both medical science and biblical counseling allows her to bring a distinctive perspective to KHCS governance, recognizing how academic rigor and spiritual formation work together to prepare students to serve with professional excellence and Christ-centered wisdom in their chosen fields. 

As a proud parent of Natasha, KHCS Class of 2023, Sophy has witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of a Christ-centered education on her daughter’s character, sense of calling, and future. At Killian Hill Baptist Church, she continues to invest in others through various ministry opportunities, including the AWANA program, bringing that same servant’s heart to her board service. As a family, they are also deeply involved in foreign missions.

Sophy views her role on the board as a sacred stewardship – committed to ensuring that every student at KHCS is equipped to pursue truth with intellectual integrity, reflect Christ with authentic faith, and lead with purpose in whatever field God calls them to serve. Her perspective as both a healthcare professional and devoted parent enriches the school’s mission, bringing practical wisdom and heartfelt commitment to KHCS’s continued excellence.

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Travis serves on the KHCS School Board with a passion for defending truth and a deep commitment to helping families fulfill their God-given responsibility to educate their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.

As Senior Counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, Travis has spent his career working to keep the door open for the spread of the Gospel and to advance each person’s God-given right to live and speak the truth. He has focused his efforts on defending constitutional freedoms for students and faculty at universities throughout the country. His work has helped secure strategic victories at multiple federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court. Travis earned his Juris Doctor summa cum laude from Washington and Lee University School of Law, and he is admitted to practice in multiple jurisdictions.

For Travis, KHCS represents an important resource for area families—one that assists and empowers them as they train their children to follow the Lord, to think biblically in all areas of life, and to develop wisdom and courage in a world that desperately needs the light of Christ. He and his wife homeschool their children, and he looks forward to helping KHCS explore ways to partner with homeschooling families through programs and opportunities rooted in shared biblical convictions.

Kathy Hildebrand brings a unique blend of educational expertise, business acumen, and global ministry experience to the KHCS School Board, serving with the heart of a lifelong educator and the wisdom of someone deeply invested in KHCS’s continued excellence. Born and raised in western Pennsylvania as the daughter of a coal company founder, she is indeed a “Coal Miner’s daughter” who developed a strong work ethic and sense of purpose from an early age. She holds both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in math education from Bob Jones University and spent eight years teaching senior high math—first at Inter-City Christian High School in Michigan, then at Bob Jones Academy in South Carolina. Fun fact: among her many students was a young “math whiz” she fondly remembers—Dr. Cronemeyer, who now serves as KHCS Head of School! During seven formative summers, Kathy also counseled at The Wilds Christian Camp, mentoring students with biblical wisdom and compassion.

Eager to apply her math background in the business realm, Kathy pursued an MBA in Management Science from the University of Georgia, where she represented UGA on a five-member MBA competition team. Her business career included roles in computer systems training and CAD support, combining technical insight with strategic leadership—experience that equips her to bring both analytical precision and practical business wisdom to KHCS’s governance and growth planning.

After settling in Georgia, Kathy joined Killian Hill Baptist Church and married fellow math major Mark Hildebrand. Their family’s connection to KHCS runs remarkably deep: all three sons – Mac, Daniel, and Markus – attended KHCS and pursued math degrees, continuing the family’s legacy of education and ministry. Mac previously served as KHBC’s youth pastor and was the campus pastor at KHCS, shaping students through preaching and discipleship. Daniel taught both STEM and math at KHCS, investing in the classroom and mentoring future scholars with conviction and joy. Markus, also a former math teacher, is now pursuing a law degree in Idaho. Mark faithfully served on the KHCS School Board throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s – laying a foundation of leadership that Kathy now continues with deep appreciation for the school’s heritage and bright vision for its future.Kathy’s ministry impact extends globally through short-term missions to the Philippines and Argentina, ongoing work with a ministry in Zambia, and two years teaching in China at Shanghai University of Medicine and Health Services. She serves on the boards of The Wilds Christian Camp and Camps Abroad, and previously served on the board of Clearwater Christian College. Her civic service includes acting as a Georgia elector in the 2012 Electoral College.

With two grandchildren and another expected, Kathy’s passion for nurturing the next generation continues to flourish. Her decades of experience in education, business leadership, and global ministry provide an invaluable perspective as she helps guide KHCS toward continued excellence in developing students who will serve Christ with distinction around the world.