The governing body of Belleville Christian School is made up of the Board of Trustees. Listed below are the board members.
To contact any board members, please email: board@bcsthunder.org.
Phil Weaver, Chairman:
Phil and his wife, Lori, have four children who attend (or have graduated from) BMS. He has served on the Finance Committee and the Auction Committee here at the school. Phil and his family attend Locust Grove Mennonite Church.
Scott Pauchnik, Vice-Chairman:
Scott and his wife, Lydia, have three children attending BMS. Scott manages FedEx's state and local government affairs effort in PA, MD, DE, OH and WV. He has a bachelor's degree in political science from Slippery Rock University. He and his family reside in McClure, and they attend Calvary Bible Church.
Suzanne Byler, Treasurer:
Suzanne is a 1980 graduate of BMS, and has served on the BMS Finance Committee and enjoys volunteering in the Thunder Cafe. Suzanne is married to Elwood ('81). They have three adult children who have all graduated from BMS - Josh ('03), Lauren ('05), and Allison ('07). Additionally, they have seven grandchildren who currently attend BCS in 1st through 7th grades. Suzanne and Elwood attend Locust Grove Mennonite Church.
Suzanne has been thankful for the solid foundation of a Christian education in her own life and has seen the benefits of this same foundation in her children's lives. Her desire is that BCS will continue to thrive so that her grandchildren and future generations have the opportunity to receive a quality education with scripture and prayer woven throughout every part of their learning experience.
Jill Ammon, Secretary:
Jill and her husband, Mike were led to BMS after praying about where to send their son Clay, currently a senior. Jill has served as the Elementary librarian and helps in many other areas at the school including most recently as a part of the parent’s prayer group and the Athletic Committee. Jill's family attends Calvary Bible Church.
Christine Baker:
Christine Baker is a 1981 graduate of Penn State University. After teaching in the public school system for five years, Christine joined the faculty at BMS in 1992 and taught at BMS for 25 years, retiring in 2017. Christine is married to Mr. Chris Baker, they have two daughters who graduated from BMS in 2003 and 2005, and seven grandchildren. Christine and her family attend Calvary Bible Church where she teaches Sunday school for children in kindergarten – second grade. Christine is passionate about Christian education and understands that supporting Christian education is vital, especially in today’s culture.
Kate Kramm:
Kate is a 2002 graduate of BMS. She currently serves on the Governance Committee and the Advancement Committee of the board, and also enjoys volunteering in the Thunder Café and the elementary library. Kate and her husband, Andrew, have three children who attend BCS – Lucas (5th grade), Matthew (1st grade), and Abigail (2nd grade). Their family attends River Church of Juniata County.
During Kate’s time on the board, she has tried to approach situations and make decisions with Godly wisdom and faith. Kate values the Biblical worldview at BCS and understands the importance of BCS’s role in raising up our students as disciples of Jesus. She is excited to see how Jesus uses BCS to expand His Kingdom.
Jill Metzler:
Jill is a 1983 graduate of BMS, and she previously served on the BMS Board of Trustees in the early 2000’s. Jill and her husband, Alan (’81), own Metzler Forest Products in Reedsville. They have three adult sons who all attended and graduated from BMS – Lucas (’07), Logan (’08), and Nathan (’11).
Through her personal experiences and multi-generational connection to BCS, Jill has been blessed by the supportive and Godly community at the school. She deeply appreciates the reinforcement of Biblical teaching that BCS offers, as well as how prayer is such an integral part of all that the school does. Additionally, Jill values the extra support and care that BCS’s faculty provides, going out of their way to get to know each student individually and help them be successful in their own way. Jill is excited to continue her relationship with BCS and be part of all that the Lord is doing in the school.
Nelson Peachey:
Nelson is married to Vanessa Peachey, and they have three children, Alayna (8th grade), Xander (5th grade), and Liam (1st grade). Nelson and his family attend Locust Grove Mennonite Church, he has served on the BMS Golf Committee and is very connected to the local business community, which allows him to offer insight and expertise on organizational business and what it takes to make a business successful.
Drex Treaster:
Drex has a background in healthcare and is the Coordinator of Memory Lane at Valley View. He is married to Lizzie and has 6 children. Currently, their daughter Grace (4th grade) and son Isaac (Kindergarten) attend BMS. Drex and Lizzie and their family attend Kish Valley Grace Brethren Church where Drex has worked in multiple positions in youth ministry and currently serves on the elder board. Drex deeply values Biblical worldview of a BMS education that BMS offers and enjoys regularly volunteering in the BMS kitchen and supporting the school any way he can.