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Board of Directors
Jacob Van Sickle: Jacob graduated from Drake University (B.A.) and Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (M.T.S). He serves as the pastor of Sacred City Church in Providence and the president of Campus Fellowship. Jacob and his wife Sasha have six kids, five of whom attend PCA.
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Jonathan Crossman: Jonathan is a native New Englander. He is the co-founder and CTO of Digital Onboarding. Jonathan and his wife, Debbie, are members at Grace Harbor Church in Providence. They have four children and the two eldest will be enrolled at PCA.
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Jarrod Lynn: Jarrod grew up in California, came to New England for college (Brown University), and stayed for work and ministry (full-time college staff with Cru | Athletes In Action). He is married to Susie and they have four kids, two of whom plan to attend PCA. They are members at Godspeed Church in East Providence.
Katt Chaves: "I grew up in New Haven, CT in a loving and vibrant Puerto Rican home. A few random things about me: I am fluent in Spanish, I love lemons and sunflowers, I love to read and be in nature, and I love cooking new foods!
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I have a B.S. in Education and B.A. in Music as well as a M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction, all from the University of Connecticut. I taught in public school from 2019-2023 as a music teacher and loved it! The Lord saved me Spring of 2019 and I attended Christ Proclamation Church until Summer of 2023 where I then transferred to Grace Harbor and attended regularly there after getting married October of 2023.
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The Lord has called my heart to use the passion He's given me for teaching in a Christian setting, and provided a great opportunity at PCA. I am so excited to serve you and your child(ren) at PCA. I pray the Lord continues to bless us as we teach students to do ALL things to the glory and honor of our Savior Jesus Christ, including learning, teaching, serving one another and proclaiming the gospel to all."
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Sasha Van Sickle: "I and my husband, Jacob, have been married for 13 years and have 6 fantastic kids ranging from age 11 to 4. I'm a 3rd generation Rhode Island native. I studied English and Education at Drake University in Des Moines, IA, graduating with a BA in English. I have enjoyed homeschooling our children since I began in 2016, and I've wanted to be part of a collaborative classical school for many years.
My favorite subjects to teach are English grammar and Latin. In the past few years, I have pursued educational development in the area of teaching reading and early literacy. Besides teaching, I enjoy being active, watching sports, and cooking."
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Grace Elliot: "I'm a member of Sacred City Church in Providence, Rhode Island. Classically educated in my hometown of Stillwater, Minnesota, I received my undergraduate degree in international business from Drake University. In 2021, my husband (Mark) and I moved to Rhode Island to help plant Sacred City Church.
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In the Fall of 2023, we welcomed our first child, Joy, into the world. I'm joining the PCA team with boundless enthusiasm for God and His creation, and I'm looking forward to serving PCA’s students and their families."
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Alex Long: "Through church ministry, substitute teaching, and camp counseling, I have been teaching children and students for over fifteen years. I received a B.A. in Communications (Media Production) in 2014. In April 2024, I completed my Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham, Alabama. The focus of my studies included Biblical theology, Church History, and Biblical Languages.
My wife, Emily, is a Primary Care Physician. We love visiting National Parks, playing music, and chasing around our dogs, Eddie and Bingley. I also enjoy reading, playing board games, and dabbling in creative writing."
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Keely Crittenden: "I’m pumped to be joining the team as a third grade teacher. I’ve been married for ten years and have two kiddos—a curious three-year-old and a lively six-year-old. Before stepping into the classroom, I spent several years homeschooling my son using a classical approach, which gave me a deep appreciation for the learning process and a love for teaching.
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I enjoy working with my hands as a creative outlet and traveling the world with my family—exploring new places together is one of our greatest joys. I’m so looking forward to this school year and all the adventures it will bring, and I feel honored to be a part of your child’s educational journey!"
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Brooke Gagne: "My husband Steve and I have been married for 19 years (as of 2025). We have 3 beautiful children ranging from 3 years old to 16 years old, two of which attend PCA. Our family recently transplanted to Massachusetts June 2024. Before that, we lived in Florida where our children attended a classical Christian school (Trinitas) for eight years.
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I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Valley Forge University. ​I had the privilege of working in social work and ministering along side my husband in youth ministry.
Over the years, I have been blessed with serving the most vulnerable. Our family started Bags of Hope NWF. Caring for our local foster care children in Pensacola was very rewarding. We’ve also been blessed by our season of owning and operating our family coffee business. It was an honor to serve our local communities. And now I am looking forward to this new chapter in our life and am so blessed to serve our PCA fourth graders."
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Jamy Smith: "The Lord has allowed me to teach and minister to kids for over 25 years and I’m very excited to continue through PCA! My educational background includes a B.A. in Missions, a Masters of Education with School Guidance Counseling specialization, and in 2024 I became a certified biblical counselor through ACBC.
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My husband, Phil, and I have been married for over 20 years and we have 4 kids, all homeschooled. As of May 2025, our oldest graduated from high school, our 2 sons are still in high school, and our youngest daughter is at PCA (3rd grade).
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We are also a busy ministry family. My husband has been a pastor for 10 years at Lighthouse Baptist Church (East Providence, RI). Also, my favorite activities are spending time with my husband and kids, reading, and baking. "
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Jessica Shafer: "My love for teaching began at home, where I’ve homeschooled my three children from kindergarten using a literature-rich approach inspired by Charlotte Mason. I’m especially drawn to the beauty and depth of “living books,” and I delight in helping students grow in wisdom and wonder through stories that spark imagination and character.
I value the collaborative model at PCA and its emphasis on forming both the hearts and minds of children in Christ.
Outside the classroom, I enjoy hiking, spending time in nature, and serving as an active member of Grace Harbor Church with my husband and our three children."
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​​Check back here soon for more of our Teachers to be added once we've gathered a recent photo and brief profile info.​​​​​​​​​​
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