Meet Our Team
Board of Directors
Pastor Gheorghe is the eighth of twelve children, born in Romania under the communist regime of Nicolae Ceaucescu. His family immigrated to the states legally in 1991. He grew up in Southern California and lives in Orange with his wife and four children. He is an associate pastor at Agape church in Yorba Linda, CA. He holds a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and an MBA with an emphasis in Project Management from California Polytechnic University. As a registered Civil Engineer in the state of California, he leads diverse teams on large transportation infrastructure projects. As a Founding Board Member, he is passionate about providing parents with superior education opportunities for their kids that allow them to grow academically and thrive spiritually by fostering an environment in which kids discover Jesus and develop a personal relationship with God.
Alongside her work as a mom of 4 and business owner, Tabitha’s passion for education and love for the Lord drove her to become involved in Children’s Ministry Leadership, where she has been serving for almost 20 years. She cares deeply about creating environments where children can come to know Christ and grow in their faith and feels strongly that, more than ever, we need to partner with parents to train children to be God-fearing, intelligent, future world-changers. With a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in English, and a background in education, having taught college level writing and literature courses for several years, Tabitha understands the value of a good education, particularly one that is grounded in the ability to think critically and communicate effectively. To that end, she is excited to be among the Founding Board Members of Agape Classical Christian Academy.
Melinda is a dedicated finance professional who, shortly after immigrating from Romania to the United States in 1998, began her journey in the banking sector. From 2004 to 2009, Melinda served as a bank auditor, where she honed her skills in financial analysis and compliance. After taking a break from her career to focus on raising her children in a nurturing environment grounded in faith, Melinda returned to the banking industry as the Chief Financial Officer of Chino Commercial Bank, a position she holds to this day. A committed member of Agape Christian Church since 2016, Melinda serves as a translator. Additionally, she is starting the position of Treasurer at Agape Classical Christian Academy, further demonstrating her commitment to education and community service. Her faith extends to her family as well; her husband serves as a board member on the Administrative Board of Agape Christian Church, and both of her children are actively involved in the church, with her son serving in the media ministry and her daughter in Sunday school.
Alina is a public school educator with over 20 years of experience in both comprehensive and alternative education programs. Over the years, Alina has taught middle school and high school Mathematics and has served as an Education Specialist in Curriculum & Instruction, working with teachers and students at various grade levels. Alina holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics and a Master's of Education in Teaching Mathematics. She is married to her husband, Edward, and they have three married children and are blessed with nine grandchildren. As a Christ-follower and educator, Alina's desire is to help build an education program that provides both academic excellence and spiritual growth, investing in a generation that is equipped and whose identity is rooted and established in Jesus.
Ciprian has been dedicated to educating young minds for over 20 years as a high school teacher. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in History and a Master of Education in Christian School Administration. His extensive experience in the classroom, coupled with his commitment to integrating faith and education, drives his passion for nurturing a Christ-centered academic environment. As a board member, he is excited to contribute his knowledge and leadership to support the mission of the school and its community.
Hope Nguyen brings over three decades of experience in early childhood education, church ministries, and classical Christian education to the ACCA team, including 2 years as a primary principal and 9 years of classroom teaching. She graduated from Northwest Bible College in Kirkland, WA in 1997 with a BA in Church Ministries, focusing on Missions. Before starting her family, she held a preaching license with the Assembly of God denomination.
Hope has been married for 23 years to Bang Nguyen, who serves as one of the pastors at Vietnamese Alliance Church of Orange in Santa Ana. She is the mother of four children: Audrey, Landon, Sadie, and Theodore. In her free time, she enjoys reading, crocheting, rock climbing/bouldering, and spending time with her family. Galatians 2:20 is a scripture close to her heart—one she hopes to pass down as a legacy to her children and future generations.
Hope Nguyen
Head of School
Email: Hope@agapecca.org
Faculty and Staff
Mrs. Cho serves as a primary grade teacher at Agape Classical Academy. As a missionary kid, she grew up across four different countries before settling in California for college. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies and a master’s in Education from Biola University, along with a teaching credential. With over a decade of experience in homeschooling and classical education, she brings a deep love for teaching and a rich background in working with children in diverse settings.
She has been happily married for 21 years to Pastor Moses Cho of Mercy Hill Community Church, and they have two wonderful children, Keilah and Isaiah. In her free time, Mrs. Cho enjoys creating art, working on puzzles, spending time at the beach, and making memories with her family.
Heon Cho
Lower Primary Teacher
Mrs. Lauren Park holds a B.A. in Education and Learning from Pacific University. She has experience teaching second grade at a Classical Christian school in Orange County.
Mrs. Park deeply values Classical Christian education, which nurtures both intellectual and spiritual formation. It has captured her heart as the fullness of Christ-centered learning, where biblical truth is seamlessly integrated into every subject, enabling students to discover the beauty of God’s creation across all areas of learning. She trusts that Classical Christian education provides the most faithful foundation for the next generation to walk in the truth and wisdom of the Lord. She believes that God has graciously gifted her with a heart for young children, granting her the privilege of sharing His love and guiding them in their spiritual journeys for His glory.
Mrs. Park has been married to David for six years. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, swimming, good coffee and spending time with her family. One of her favorite Bible verses is Psalm 23:1 — "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want."
Lauren Park
Lower Primary Teacher
“Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.” - Aristotle
Sandy Yi graduated from California State University, Northridge, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Deaf Studies and started her educational career as a teacher for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. For the past ten years, she has taught kindergarten at a Classical Christian school in Orange County and has experience coaching teachers in orthography, early literacy, and penmanship.
Sandy appreciates the time-honored tradition of learning embodied in Classical Christian education because it develops the mind, inspires creativity, and provides a strong foundation in habits of virtue. Further, she is passionate about instilling in students an understanding that all truth is God’s truth and that all the disciplines of learning reflect God’s ordered design.
Sandy has been married to Chun for 18 years and is the mother of two boys. When she is not teaching, Sandy can be found hiking and playing board games with her family or spending time with her parents.
Sandy Yi
Lower Primary Teacher
Hi, I’m Mr. Luis Daniel Garcia, and I’ve been teaching for the past four years and loving every second of it! I graduated from California State University, Fullerton with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in Religious Studies, and later earned my Master of Divinity from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. While I once thought I’d end up in ministry, God had other plans, and thankfully, those plans included teaching!
I first stepped into education by teaching Church History and New Testament through an online program, and from the very first lesson, I was hooked. I eventually became a full-time online teacher, but after getting married in May of 2023, I felt the pull toward teaching in person. The Lord graciously opened that door, and I’ve been thrilled to be back in the classroom ever since.
When I’m not teaching, I’m probably doing something very nerdy. I’m a big Marvel, DC, and Star Wars fan (yes, I think they can all coexist peacefully). I love watching movies, playing guitar, hiking new trails with my wife, and geeking out over a good story, whether it’s on screen, in Scripture, in a comic book, or around the campfire.
I’m passionate about Classical Christian education because it combines the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty while being centered on Christ. I truly believe that learning should be meaningful, challenging, and a little bit fun. As I continue to journey with the Lord through this strange and curious world, I have learned that things don't always work out the way you think they do. It pulls me into the old passage in scripture, Proverbs 16:9: “Man plans his ways, but the Lord directs his steps.”
Luis Garcia
Upper Primary Teacher
Spenser Wagner graduated in 2021 from Biola University with a degree in Psychology. At Biola, Mr. Wagner attended Torrey Honors College, where he developed a deep love for the classics and education. He deeply loves reading and discussing great works of literature, art, and music. He loves teaching students the joys of stories, poetry, and Physical Education. Mr. Wagner's heart for students goes into all aspects of their learning. Mr. Wagner seeks to do all things to the glory of God, hoping to partake in Christ’s goal “To seek and to save the lost.” Luke 19:10
He has been married since 2022 and has recently become a Deacon at Redeemer Church in La Mirada. He loves serving his community, helping them flourish. He loves hosting, cooking, and baking. He spends his free time learning Latin, playing frisbee, and playing board games.
Spenser Wagner
Upper Primary Teacher
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Agape Classical Christian Academy admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.