Clear Creek Christian School

Our Leadership Team

Mr. Scott Wallace - Principal

principal@cccschool.com

After 12 years teaching in the classroom, Mr. Wallace joined CCCS as principal in 2020. He holds a Masters degree from Indiana University and his educational work has been published and presented both nationally and internationally. Scott and his wife Sophie are active members of City Church For All Nations. Their daughter, Olive and son, Amos both attend CCCS. Scott loves to read and travel when he can fit it in his schedule. He loves almost all food except for watermelon!
Mrs. Susan Petty - Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Student Services

spetty@cccschool.com

Mrs. Petty joined CCCS during the 24/25 school year as the Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Student Services. Mrs. Petty holds a Bachelor and Masters Degree from Ball State University. She completed the Educational Leadership program at Indiana University. Mrs. Petty is entering her 25th year as an educator. She was a classroom teacher for the first twelve years of her career. The past twelve years she has served as a school administrator in the role of assistant principal and principal. Originally from northern Indiana, Mrs. Petty moved to Bloomington after completing graduate work at IU and enjoying all that this area of the state offers. Susan and her husband Jason have one daughter, Olivia, who is in Kindergarten at CCCS. The Petty family is active at Westside Community Church. Susan enjoys reading, crafting, and being with family. She loves serving God through serving others in our CCCS community.
Mrs. Sarah Peden - Director of Mission Advancement

speden@cccschool.com

Mrs. Peden was born and raised in Bloomington, IN and is a graduate of Indiana University. Before joining CCCS during the 2020-2021 school year, she worked in nonprofit development, bridging the gap between mission, vision, strategy and execution. Sarah is married to Phil Peden and they have two teenage children, Lily and Eric. She loves spending quality time with friends and family (especially if it involves food or music), trail running, and sharing the practices and teachings of Jesus. Psalm 103 is her anchor and Matthew 5 is her compass. Mrs. Peden attends Clear Creek Christian Church with her family where she serves as Executive Pastor.

Classroom Teachers

Mrs. Krista Daunhauer - Kindergarten

kdaunhauer@cccschool.com

Mrs. Daunhauer graduated from Indiana University with a BS in Elementary Education. She is married to Neal Daunhauer and has two adult children, Korey and Mallorey. The baby of their family is their dog, Griffey. They are active members of Embassy Church. Before coming to CCCS, Mrs. Daunhauer taught kindergarten for 16 years in the Monroe County School Corporation.
Mrs. Makenna Kydd - Kindergarten

mkydd@cccschool.com

Makenna graduated from Indiana Wesleyan University with her BS in Elementary Education. She also has her Masters degree in early childhood education from IWU. She was born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Makenna and Jacob married in 2023 and moved to Bloomington for Jacob to attend the Optometry School at Indiana University. They attend Embassy Church. Makenna is looking forward to another school year at CCCS! "I am extremely excited to see how the Lord transforms myself and my students this upcoming school year!"
Mrs. Janel Barrow - First Grade

jbarrow@cccschool.com

Mrs. Barrow grew up in Avon, Indiana. She came to Bloomington years ago to attend Indiana University where she graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education. Mrs. Barrow taught in the public school system for 17 years before transitioning to CCCS. She has taught preschool, kindergarten, and second grade. Along with her husband, Adam, she attends City Church for All Nations and is a part of the City Kids program. Together, Mr. and Mrs. Barrow, have 5 children. Mrs. Barrow is so excited to have a classroom here at CCCS, where she can share her faith and love of God with others!
Mrs. Lucy Clement - First Grade

lclement@cccschool.com

Mrs. Clement was born and raised right here in Bloomington, IN. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University–Indianapolis. After spending five years teaching in Indianapolis, she and her husband relocated back to Bloomington so he could pursue his graduate studies. They attend Westside Community Church.

Mrs. Clement began her teaching career in the Indianapolis public school system, where she taught upper elementary grades for two years. She is thrilled to now be teaching in a Christian school environment—one where she can openly share her love for Jesus with her students each day.
Mrs. Emily Lafferty - Second Grade

elafferty@cccschool.com

Mrs. Lafferty earned her BS in Elementary Education from Indiana Wesleyan. She taught kindergarten and second grade. After a 10 year break at home with her kids, Mrs. Lafferty taught 5 years of PreK for Head Start. She is married to Dustin Lafferty, and they have 4 kids: Nathan, Connor, Michael and Anna. They attend Sherwood Oaks Christian Church.
Mrs. Hannah Redden - Second Grade

hredden@cccschool.com

Mrs. Redden was born and raised in Bloomington. She graduated from Indiana University with a BS in Elementary Education. She spent 15 years in public education before coming to CCCS. She has taught Texas, Mississippi, and Indiana. She and her husband Abe have three children. Her boys Jace and JohnKale are in high school, and her daughter Mabry is a student at Clear Creek Christian School. They attend South Union Christian Church, and spend their free time on the farm raising cattle, showing pigs, and gardening!
Mrs. Tiffani Lovell - Third Grade

tlovell@cccschool.com

Tiffani joins the CCCS team with a desire to fulfill an essential role in the lives of students as a teacher, mentor, and advocate. Tiffani holds a B.S. in English education from Butler University and an M.A. in English as well as a Graduate Certificate in Teaching Writing from Indiana University. Tiffani spent six years teaching at the middle and high school levels in Noblesville, IN, before moving to Bloomington and starting a family ten years ago. Since then, Tiffani has taught English online, Sunday School at SOCC, and worked as a college advisor at Class101. Teaching is a calling and a lifelong passion of hers, and she looks forward to authentically connecting with and supporting students and families. Tiffani and her husband, Andrew, are parents to three CCCS students: Jori (6th), Reid (4th), and Finn (1) and together they attend Sherwood Oaks Christian Church.
Mrs. Sophie Wallace - Third Grade

sowallace@cccschool.com

Mrs. Wallace holds a BS in Elementary Education from Indiana University. She taught primary, multi-age classes before taking a break to stay home with her children. After a 10 year maternity leave, she returned to the classroom in 2024. Sophie experiences God’s faithfulness while enjoying life with her husband, Scott, and two children, Olive and Amos. She likes strong coffee, bright fingernail polish and picture books! Mrs. Wallace is passionate about teaching the whole child as she Loves, Learns & Leads her students academically and spiritually. City Church for all Nations is the Wallace family's church home.
Mrs. Misty Kelley - Fourth Grade

mkelley@cccschool.com

Mrs. Kelley taught at CCCS for 13 years. A graduate of Hanover College with her BS, Mrs. Kelley is married to Thad, and they have two children, Rachel and Drew, who are both graduates of Clear Creek Christian School. They attend Sherwood Oaks Christian Church.
Mrs. Katie Hill - Fourth Grade

khill@cccschool.com

Mrs. Hill graduated with a BS in Elementary Education from Indiana University. She taught at Clear Creek Christian School for 7 years before having children. During her time away from teaching, Mrs. Hill served on the school's board. Now that her children are of school age, she is back teaching at CCCS! She is married to Nat Hill V. They have 3 children- Nat VI, David and Lucy, who are all CCCS students. The Hill family attends Clear Creek Christian Church.
Ms. Paige Cassidy - Fifth Grade

pcassidy@cccschool.com

Ms. Cassidy was born and raised in Bloomington, IN. She went to Indiana University where she earned her Bachelors in Elementary Education. She has four siblings, 2 older siblings and 2 siblings the same age, as she is a triplet. She currently attends church at Embassy Church and loves it there!
Mrs. Kim Allard - Sixth Grade

kallard@cccschool.com

Mrs. Allard knew at a young age that she wanted to be a teacher. After graduating from Ohio University, she began her teaching career in Franklin, Indiana. She has taught in elementary schools, preschools, and within the church. Mrs. Allard's youngest daughter, Lydia, is a graduate of Clear Creek Christian School. She and her husband attend Sherwood Oaks Christian Church.

Specials Teachers

Mr. Michael Ivy - Music and PE

mivy@cccschool.com

Mr. Ivy is a native of Batesville, Mississippi growing up in a bustling household alongside his 7 siblings. After graduating from the University of Mississippi with a Bachelor’s degree in music education, he and his wife, Ambriehl, moved to Bloomington so that she could pursue a Professional’s degree in Vocal Performance. He and his wife are active members of City Church For All Nations. Mr. Ivy loves music and helping kids discover their own love for music. He also loves any kind of gummy candy!
Mrs. Rebecca Figert - STEAM

rfigert@cccschool.com

Rebecca Figert graduated from Liberty University with a Health Promotions degree. After homeschooling her three kids for 8 years (all three CCCS graduates), she started teaching at Clear Creek Christian School in 2018. She and her husband, Stephen, have been married for 18 years and attend Sherwood Oaks Christian Church. Rebecca loves teaching S.T.E.A.M. and on most days, she really enjoys recess.
Mrs. Melissa Gangka-Collins - Library

mgankacollins@cccschool.com

Melissa Ganka-Collins grew up in the Bloomington area, graduated from Bloomington High School North, and earned a BA at Indiana University. She loves middle grade literature and helping kids find books they love! She and her husband Mike have been married for 22 years and have two children, Ryan and Nora, who are both CCCS graduates and now attend IUPUI and Bloomington North. The Collins family attends Sherwood Oaks Christian Church and are active in the BISM and Young Life ministries.
Mrs. Alanna Long - Art

along@cccschool.com

Mrs. Long graduated from Indiana University in 2014 with a BS in Visual Arts Education. She began her teaching career here at CCCS in 2014 teaching Art, Gym, and Computer. Alanna and her husband Andrew have three children, Daniel, Phoebe and Daphne. They attend Clear Creek Christian Church where Andrew is the student minister.
Mrs. Shanda Taylor - Computer

staylor@cccschool.com

Shanda was born and raised in Bloomington IN. She graduated from Ivy Tech College with a degree in nursing. She worked for many years as a nurse and then transitioned into teaching. She has taught preschool and is involved in children ministry at her church. She has been married for 16 years to her husband Jared and they have 2 children, Mason and Maya.

Administrative Assistants / Front and Back Office

Mrs. Kristy Post - Office Manager

kpost@cccschool.com

Mrs. Post is a graduate of Anderson University with a BA in Elementary Education. She and her husband, Paul, attend Sherwood Oaks Christian Church, and have lived in Bloomington since 2002. They have two children, Wyatt and Alli, who are both graduates of Clear Creek Christian School. Fun fact, two things that are guaranteed to make Mrs. Post happy are sweet tea and polka dots!
Mrs. Alanna Long - Accounts Payable

along@cccschool.com

Mrs. Long graduated from Indiana University in 2014 with a BS in Visual Arts Education. She began her teaching career here at CCCS in 2014 teaching Art, Gym, and Computer. Alanna and her husband Andrew have three children, Daniel, Phoebe and Daphne. They attend Clear Creek Christian Church where Andrew is the student minister.
Mrs. Amanda Rothrock - Lunchroom Coordinator

arothrock@cccschool.com

Amanda Rothrock joined the CCCS team as our lunchroom coordinator in the 24/25 school year. Mrs. Rothrock is the Director of Children's Ministry at Clear Creek Christian Church and her husband, Michael, serves as an Elder at the Church. Mrs. Rothrock is wonderful with children! If you don’t know her yet, her patience and kindness will win you over immediately!
Mrs. Shanda Taylor - State Reporting Specialist

staylor@cccschool.com

Shanda was born and raised in Bloomington IN. She graduated from Ivy Tech College with a degree in nursing. She worked for many years as a nurse and then transitioned into teaching. She has taught preschool and is involved in children ministry at her church. She has been married for 16 years to her husband Jared and they have 2 children, Mason and Maya.

Support Staff

Mrs. Naomi Downs - Interventionist

ndowns@cccschool.com

Mrs. Downs is a graduate of IU with an Accounting degree and is pursuing her degree in Elementary Education from IWU. She is also a Certified Personal Trainer. She loves to sing and has played the piano since she was six years old. She has three children; 25, 15, and 13. She started working at CCCS in 2017 as a recess supervisor and began teaching music and gym in 2018. Mrs. Downs is now working as our full-time interventionist. She has been married to her husband Jerry for 29 years and they attend Foot of the Cross Church.
Mrs. Kendall Edge - Interventionist

kedge@cccschool.com

Mrs. Edge grew up in Owensboro, Kentucky, and has lived in Bloomington since 2011. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Murray State University and later completed the Transition to Teaching program at Taylor University. She lives with her husband of 15 years, Clinton, and their four children—Liz, Sammy, Emilia, and Sarah. Together, they attend Clear Creek Christian Church, where they are actively involved and help serve in the children’s ministry. Mrs. Edge is grateful for the opportunity to teach and invest in students, sharing both her love of learning and her faith with others.
Kelly Sciscoe - Title 1

ksciscoe@cccschool.com

Mrs. Sciscoe was born and raised in Bloomington. She graduated from Indiana University in Elementary Education. She spent the first thirteen years of her teaching career in public school teaching grades second through sixth, and is now thrilled to join the CCCS team this year. She and her husband, Jon, have two children, Thomas (3rd grade) and Caroline (Kindergarten). Together they attend Sherwood Oaks Christian Church. She enjoys the outdoors, cooking and baking, and spending time with her family.
Mrs. Nichole Tullis - Paraeducator and Lunch Assistant

ntullis@cccschool.com