About Us
We’re a team of high capacity, Christ-centered individuals focused on fulfilling the Great Commission by reaching the next generation for Christ. At Lighthouse Christian School we strive to build a Christian community focused on modeling through action what serving Christ looks like in a challenging culture where self is often put first. Students are encouraged to exhort one another with positive peer pressure in an atmosphere where a personal relationship with Jesus is celebrated and honored within our school community.
Meet the Team
Linda Lenci: As our school Principal, Linda has over 25 years of Christian education experience in School Administration. Linda holds a Masters of Education with a specialty in STEM, as well as degrees in Accounting and Computer Technology. As a previous founder of a large local hybrid program, she has a proven track record for building schools that focus on community, character building, and solid education. She is a strong detail oriented individual with a knack for efficiency in operations and processing and exhibits her love for Christ through a joyful and playful interaction with students. Linda has exceptional experience in high school CA requirements, college planning and application acceptances, dual enrollment, and fitting high school students into their highest achievement level in preparation for what’s beyond. You will not only find Linda managing Lighthouse Christian School, but also teaching high level math, high level science, and/or Advanced English / Literature courses for high schoolers. She gives the Lord full control in her daily decisions, standing for loyalty and integrity in the workplace and enjoys showing students how a life committed to following Christ is the most exciting adventure they can live!
In her spare time, Linda is an avid pickleball player and enjoys long hikes with her extreme-hiker husband, Christian, where they gain refreshment by praising God in His diversity of creation. She also feels blessed to live in one of the most beautiful locations in the world with stunning beaches, sunsets, and beautiful forested hills.
Brandi Ramos: As Public Relations Director for Lighthouse Christian School, Brandi oversees the school’s marketing, communications, social media, events, and community outreach. As a young person, she developed a lifelong appreciation for faith-based education while attending a private Lutheran school and has been homeschooling her three children for nearly a decade. Before homeschooling, she served as a Human Resources Director where she developed leadership, communication, and organizational skills that continue to guide her work today. She currently serves local sports families as Secretary of the Windsor Youth Soccer League.
Brandi has been married to her husband, Jason, for 18 years, and together they are raising their three children in our local community. Outside of school, she enjoys cheering on her children’s activities, creating historical American Girl doll displays, and caring for her family’s four dogs, four cats, bunny, turtle, and their tropical fish aquarium (Ariel’s Grotto). She considers it a privilege to be part of the founding team at Lighthouse Christian School and looks forward to partnering with families as together they build a lasting legacy of faith, academic excellence, and Christ-centered leadership.
Melissa Park, our Parent - Teacher Coordinator, is a homeschool graduate from Penngrove, CA. She came to faith in Christ as a young girl, and has loved the Lord ever since. As the second oldest in a large family, she learned compassion and understanding for others at a young age. She spent her young adult years helping with her siblings, teaching in an elementary program, nannying small children, serving in her local church, and engaging in short term global mission trips. In her twenties, Melissa went back to school earning an ECE certificate from SRJC, and graduating from SSU with a B.A. in English. She has since married her best friend and sweetheart, Daniel, and is busy raising their family for the glory of God.
Melissa lives with her husband and energetic kids on a ranch in Bodega Bay, where they homeschool, garden, make sourdough bread, chase goats, grind their own grain, and manage a campground. She is passionate about reading, writing, tea, all things Jane Austin, sewing, learning with her children, and spending time with her family and friends. She and her husband are super excited to be a part of founding Lighthouse Christian School, providing a fantastic hybrid schooling option for families of Sonoma County and the surrounding areas.
Martha Gomez serves as our Early Elementary Director and comes with seven years of teaching Spanish, History, Science, and Choir to Christian K-6th students, Martha holds three AA degrees in Behavioral Science, Sociology, and Community Health along with being a business owner running payroll, accounts payable, and QuickBooks. Her experience has strengthened her organizational and leadership skills preparing her to serve both our students and families with excellence. Throughout her career, she has discovered her greatest passion is helping young children develop a love for learning while growing in their relationship with Christ. Her ministry goal at LCS is to create an environment where every child feels safe, loved, encouraged, and excited to come to school each day, through engaging, hands-on, and meaningful learning experiences that make education both effective and enjoyable.
Above all, Martha strives to honor the Lord in everything she does, seeking His wisdom in every decision and praying that her leadership reflects His love, grace, and truth. She feels blessed to serve at Lighthouse Christian School, and looks forward to partnering with families to build a strong academic and biblical foundation for every child entrusted in our care.
Meet our School Board
Lighthouse Christian School is an independent non-profit 501c3 school run by an independent school board, where the Principal reports to and updates the board on a regular basis. All financial resources are overseen by the board and school leadership with full transparency in financial reporting.
We are delighted to have a diverse, community-based representation of strong Christian individuals on our school board:
Pastor David Anglada: Pastor David is an energetic hispanic pastor serving in Sonoma County for the last twelve years and currently pastors Tiempo de Decision church in Santa Rosa. He is also an experienced Instructor working in the professional training and coaching industry along with specific skills in Relationship Counseling, Family Therapy, Public Speaking, Training Seminars, and Educational Seminars. David holds a Doctorate of Psychology (Psy.D.) focused in Clinical Psychology from Ponce School of Medicine.
In his free time, Pastor David enjoys playing chess and weight lifting.
Nicole Lancaster: For more than 16 years, Nicole had the privilege of homeschooling her three children, an experience that shaped her passion for leadership, education, and building strong relationships. Professionally, she serves as the CFO of DNL Builders Inc., a respected Sonoma County construction company with over 20 years experience creating quality homes and lasting client partnerships. She is also the owner and designer of Lancaster Cabinetry & Design, where she combines creativity, functionality, and attention to detail to help bring clients' visions to life.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Nicole enjoys gathering family and friends around the table through hosting and cooking, creating meaningful memories, and connections. She is also an avid Disneyland enthusiast and dedicated movie buff who appreciates great storytelling and bringing people together.
Christian Lenci: Christian became a Christian at age 18 in Napa, CA, after being connected with a local pastor through some Christian students in his HS PE Class at Napa High. Since giving his life to the Lord, he has never looked back, serving and praising Christ in everything he does. Graduating from UC Berkeley in 1986 in Mechanical Engineering, he immediately went to work at a global industrial gases company, now called Linde. He currently works as Regional Director of Capital, Productivity, and Energy. Christian has also served 19 years in Children’s Ministry and 12 years as a co-director of an East Bay homeschool program where his four children attended.
Christian is an extreme hiker, often hiking 25+ miles on regional and global trails. He loves ridge lines where he can communicate with and praise God for the glory of His creation.
Joel Myles: Joel was born and raised in Marin City, CA, in Marin County, where he was nurtured in a family dedicated to service and education. His mother, Ruby Myles, devoted 33 years of her career to educating and inspiring others. At age 11, Joel accepted Jesus Christ into his heart, and has continued to grow in his faith and walk with the Lord. He earned a BA in Liberal Studies from CA Sonoma State University and has long been passionate about serving church communities and supporting youth from under-resourced communities throughout the Bay Area. For more than 20 years, Joel has served as owner and President of MMHC Inc. (General Building Contractor), providing construction and housing solutions throughout Sonoma and neighboring counties. He is highly regarded for his leadership in coordinating small and large-scale projects by developing innovative housing solutions that strengthen communities.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Joel enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, exploring nature through hiking, and creating music that glorifies and honors the Lord.
TBA: member from the Church Unstoppable Church Board