The Board has the heart of a shepherd, acting primarily as a trustee of the school’s vision to prepare young people to live faithfully and fully for Christ.
The Board of Directors meets monthly to formulate policy and to provide direction for the school. The Directors are elected by the members of the school corporation for a three-year term and are chosen for their integrity, wisdom, and support of the BCS purpose and mission.
The Board focuses on three areas critical to the success of the school: it selects, evaluates, and supports the Head of School, to whom it delegates authority to manage the school; develops broad institutional policies that guide the Head in running the school; and it is accountable for the financial well-being of the school. The Board of Directors does not intervene in the daily affairs of BCS, such as curriculum development, student discipline, or the management of faculty and staff.
Messages to the Board will be responded to by the Board President on behalf of the entire Board. If you would like to contact the Board, you may reach out to board@bellevuechristian.org.
Joe Banach
President
Joe Banach
President
Joe and his family have been part of the BCS community for 15 years. All four of his children have attended BCS since Pre-K and his oldest graduated in 2025. He and his wife currently have a senior and two freshmen at BCS. Their family worships at Redemption Hill Bible Church in Bellevue.
Joe is a partner at FTG Physical Therapy, a practice he founded 20 years ago. He holds a doctorate in physical therapy and has dedicated his professional life to helping people heal and thrive. With a heart for service, he is passionate about seeing God’s unchanging values upheld across BCS campuses and is honored to support the school’s mission.
Kirsten Miller
Kirsten Miller
Vice President
Kirsten is married to a BCS alum and is the proud parent of two sons, currently in 7th and 9th grade, who have attended BCS since Pre-K. She has served on the BCS Board since 2017. Her family worships at Champion Centre.
With over 30 years of experience leading an industry-leading international manufacturing and distribution company, Kirsten has developed strong skills in leadership, management, and human resources—all with Christ at the center. She finds great fulfillment in discovering the best in people and helping them maximize their talents.
Kirsten has been actively involved in Christian education boards for over 25 years, including 13 years at CRISTA Ministries/King’s Schools. She is currently in her ninth year on the board of directors at Northwest University. A lifelong advocate for Christian education, she attended King’s Schools from 4th through 12th grade and earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Seattle Pacific University.
Scott Lampe
Scott Lampe
Second Vice President
Scott has been part of the BCS community since 1997 when his two daughters (Classes of 2007 and 2012) first attended BCS. A past and current Board member, he serves as Second Vice President of the BCS Corporation and is an active member of the Finance Committee, Trust and Investment Committee, Long-Range Planning Committee, and Corporation/Board Selection Committee.
Scott and his wife attend The Well Community Church in Bellevue. He has spent his career primarily in corporate finance, where God has blessed him with opportunities to use his analytical and relational skills. He is grateful for the chance to support BCS and its mission in meaningful ways.
Greg Tomlin
Treasurer
Greg Tomlin
Treasurer
Greg and his wife are both BCS alumni (Class of 2001), and their children are now third-generation BCS students, following in the footsteps of his wife’s mother (Class of 1975). Their family worships at Bellevue First Presbyterian Church.
For the past 18 years, Greg has worked in radio as a producer and occasional on-air host. His deep-rooted connection to BCS, lifelong faith journey, and professional experience help guide him in his role on the Board.
Greg is committed to honoring the school’s rich history and stewarding its legacy and mission. His priority is to remain true to God’s timeless values, trusting in Him to light the path and guide each step forward.
Jenni Clark
Jenni Clark
Secretary
Jenni Clark and her family joined Bellevue Christian School in 2015 and they are so grateful for the teachers, staff, and community that have poured into their family over the past decade. The Clarks attend Lakeside Christian Church. Jenni holds a B.A. in Education and an M.S. in Organizational Development, and she has spent her career as a business management consultant, specializing in leadership development, organizational culture, and talent strategy. Her passion for youth and education has been evident through her service as a Young Life leader, camp counselor, Bible study leader, and basketball coach. Jenni counts it a privilege to serve on the BCS Board, where she is committed to supporting the school’s mission of preparing students to live faithfully and fully for Christ.
Dan Hodo
Dan Hodo
Member
Dan and his family have been part of the BCS community for 13 years. He and his wife, a BCS alumna from the Class of 1996, have two children currently attending the school. Their family worships at Crossroads Bible Church.
Professionally, Dan has worked at Russell Investments for 25 years. With his experience in investment management and leadership, he is honored to contribute his expertise in support of BCS and its mission.
Dr. Sharleen Kato
Member
Dr. Sharleen Kato
Member
Sharleen’s connection to BCS began in 1994 when her son started kindergarten, followed by her daughter in 1999. Both went on to graduate from BCS. During that time, she served on the BCS Board of Directors. Today, she is blessed to have three grandsons enrolled at BCS. She is honored to serve on the Board once again, firmly believing in the BCS mission and its lasting impact. Seeing her adult children live out their faith and show compassion for others affirms the school’s influence on their lives. Sharleen and her family worship at Crossroads Bible Church, where she serves as a Women’s Ministry teacher and MomCo mentor.
She is an Emerita Professor of Human Development & Family Studies at Seattle Pacific University, where she taught and served as an administrator for 36 years. She continues to work as a textbook author in the Career and Technical Education field for Goodheart-Wilcox Publishers and as an adjunct professor at SPU. Education is her vocation, and her experience allows her to represent the perspectives of teachers, staff, and administrators. Her deep love, understanding, and respect for Christian education drive her commitment to BCS and its mission.
Ann Kats
Ann Kats
Member
Ann Kats and her family joined Bellevue Christian School in 1997 and all four of her children went on to graduate from BCS (’09, ’11, ’17, ’18). Ann attends Redemption Hill Bible Church. She holds a Business Administration degree from Seattle Pacific University and has built a career in business operations and human resources within the aerospace industry, in addition to serving for many years at BCS as Director of Admissions and Director of Human Resources. She counts BCS as a special place because of the teachers and staff who are deeply committed to discipleship and Christian education. Serving on the board is an honor for Ann as she seeks to help support and advance the school’s mission and vision that first drew her family nearly three decades ago.
Cassie McKinney
Member
Cassie McKinney
Member
Bio coming soon!
Steve Sirich
Member
Steve Sirch
Member
Steve and his wife, Amy, have been part of the Bellevue Christian School community since their children, Claire ’17 and Jack ’19, attended BCS from kindergarten through graduation. He previously served on the BCS Board of Directors from 2015–2021 and is grateful for the opportunity to serve the school again.
Steve is an active member of Westminster Chapel in Bellevue. He brings more than 35 years of leadership experience in sales, marketing, and strategic partnerships, including more than two decades at Microsoft, where he held senior leadership roles in Microsoft Advertising and Online Services. Today, he serves as an executive coach, consultant, and nonprofit board member, helping leaders and organizations pursue strategy, build strong teams, and lead with purpose and integrity.