School Board

Leading With Faith & Purpose

The Resurrection Lutheran School Board provides leadership and guidance to support the mission of our school and child care program. Our team helps ensure decisions reflect our values while supporting students, families and staff. Through thoughtful planning and faithful stewardship, we are committed to helping Resurrection Lutheran School continue to grow while fostering an environment where every child can learn, develop and thrive.

The Role Of Our School Board

Our school board provides leadership and oversight to help our school remain true to its mission. Working collaboratively with school leadership, faculty and the congregation, the board guides important decisions that support students, families and staff. Through a commitment to whole child education, our board strengthens the school community while creating opportunities for continued growth.

School Board Members

  • Balsa Terzic – President
  • Loree Hearne – Vice President
  • Carol Forys – Secretary
  • Michelle Porter – Treasurer
  • Diane Bahr – Member at Large
  • Liz Kuder – Member at Large
  • Aaron Lewis – Member at Large

Supporting School Leadership

Strong leadership is essential to the success of Resurrection Lutheran School. Our board works closely with the administrator by providing guidance, oversight and encouragement. Together, the board and school leadership work to maintain a high-quality educational experience that reflects the school’s God-given mission and support the needs of students and families. Responsibilities in this area include:

  • Working alongside the administrator to support the school’s mission and long-term success
  • Developing policies that help guide school operations and decision making
  • Supporting the recruitment, evaluation and ongoing success of school leadership and staff
  • Reviewing staff roles and responsibilities to help ensure they align with the school’s needs
  • Encouraging educational programs that meet applicable requirements and reflect current best practices
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Financial Stewardship

Responsible stewardship plays an important role in our school board’s work. Members help oversee financial planning and budgeting to support the school’s long-term sustainability while ensuring resources are used wisely to benefit students, families and staff. This includes planning for future needs, evaluating major initiatives and helping ensure the school remains well-positioned for continued growth.

Planning For A Strong Future

Responsible stewardship plays an important role in our school board’s work. Members help oversee financial planning and budgeting to support the school’s long-term sustainability while ensuring resources are used wisely to benefit students, families and staff. This includes planning for future needs, evaluating major initiatives and helping ensure the school remains well-positioned for continued growth.

Serving Our School Community

At the heart of our board’s work is a commitment to serving the entire Resurrection Lutheran School community. Board members strive to foster meaningful relationships with students, families, faculty, staff and the congregation while supporting a welcoming, Christ-centered environment.

Whether promoting the school’s mission, encouraging community involvement or helping guide important decisions, our board is dedicated to strengthening the partnership between home, school and church. By working together, we continue to build a learning community where children are encouraged to grow in faith, develop confidence and reach their God-given potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our board plays an important role in supporting Resurrection Lutheran School and its mission of providing a Christ-centered education. While the administrator oversees the school’s daily operations, the board provides guidance, oversight and long-term planning that help strengthen the school community. Below are answers to some common questions about the school board and our responsibilities:

What is the purpose of the school board?

Our board provides leadership and oversight that supports the mission, vision and long-term success of Resurrection Lutheran School. Board members work alongside school leadership to help guide important decisions that benefit students, families and staff.

The board is made up of dedicated individuals who are committed to supporting faith-based learning and serving the Resurrection Lutheran School community. Members bring a variety of experiences and perspectives while working together to support the school’s mission.

Board members help create a strong foundation for learning by supporting long-term planning, responsible stewardship and initiatives that strengthen the educational experience. Their work helps ensure students continue to learn and grow in a welcoming, Christ-centered environment

We work with school leadership to identify priorities, establish long-term goals and support opportunities that benefit future generations of students. This includes planning for growth, evaluating major initiatives and helping ensure the school remains rooted in its mission and values.

If you have questions about the school board or would like additional information, we encourage you to contact Resurrection Lutheran School. We are happy to share more about our mission, leadership and commitment to serving students and families.

Faithful Stewardship For The Future

As Resurrection Lutheran School continues to grow, our school board remains dedicated to supporting students, families and the future of our community. If you’d like to learn more about our school board, programs or enrollment opportunities, contact us today. We’d be honored to share more about our mission and welcome your family to Resurrection Lutheran School.

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Big Discoveries Begin with Little Steps

Give your child the opportunity to learn, explore and thrive in a nurturing, faith-based environment. At Resurrection Lutheran School in Newport News, VA, our early childhood programs encourage curiosity, build confidence and support every stage of your child’s development. Discover a place where little learners grow and bright futures begin!