School Board
A Parent-Governed School: It’s All About Partnership!
TCCS is governed by a Board of Trustees made up of parents and supporters who are elected by fellow parents and school supporters. Today’s board shares the same vision established by our founders. We believe that the Bible is the ultimate source of truth for both faith and life and must be at the heart of all education.
Together through this Christian school/Christian home/Christian church partnership, every day we are actively raising up the next generation of Christian leaders who will impact the world both near and far for Jesus Christ!
Key Documents
Board of Trustees
Mrs. Kelli Sutphen
President
Mrs. Kelli Sutphen
President
Kelli is a TC Christian alumnus and a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force Reserve. She and her husband, Jeremy, have been married since 2007 and they attend Harvest Bible Chapel. They have three daughters who attend TCCS: Abigail (Class of 2030); Madeline (Class of 2032); and Charlotte (2038). Kelli serves as the Board President.
Mr. Chad Miller
Vice President
Mr. Chad Miller
Vice President
Chad is a TC Christian alumnus and managing partner at Miller Investment Company. He and his wife of 16 years, Megan, attend Harvest Bible Chapel. They have four children who attend TCCS: Addison (Class of 2029); Collins (Class of 2031); Mason (Class of 2034); and Emerson (Class of 2036). Chad serves as Vice President of the Board and sits on the Facilities and Finance Committees.
Mr. Jon Torbet
Treasurer
Mr. Jon Torbet
Treasurer
Jon is a financial advisor and senior partner at Centennial Wealth Advisory. He and his wife, Jessica, have been married since 2004 and have three children who attend TCCS: Isaac (Class of 2028); Noah (Class of 2029); and Emma (Class of 2032). Jon is a keen athlete and coaches several sports at TCCS including baseball, basketball, and soccer. The Torbets attend New Hope Community Church. Jon serves on the Finance Committee.
Mrs. Rachael Jenneman
Secretary
Mrs. Rachael Jenneman
Secretary
Rachael is a published author and radio broadcaster for Northern Christian Radio (WLJN). She and her husband, David, have been married since 2005 and have three children who attend TCCS: Paige (Class of 2025); Caleb (Class of 2027); and Jayce (Class of 2031). The Jennemans attend Bayview Church in Traverse City. Rachael currently serves as Board Secretary.
Mr. Chris Butz
Trustee
Mr. Chris Butz
Trustee
Chris is a lawyer and lifelong entrepreneur who owns and operates Hawkins Outfitters. He and his wife, Angie, have been married since 1997 and have five children and a grandson including Asher (Class of 2031), and future Sabre, grandson, Nico. Chris and Angie attend Westside Community Church and they enjoy everything from hunting and fishing to riding mountain bikes and BMX racing. Chris serves on the Philanthropy Committee.
Mr. John Sandula
Trustee
Mr. John Sandula
Trustee
John is a retired special education teacher of 24 years at Northwest Education Intermediate School District. John and his wife of 24 years, Aimee, attend St. Michaels Lutheran Church and have three children at TC Christian: Storm (Class of ’22); Winter (Class of 2025); and Snow (Class of 2031).