Teachers
Preschool
Katelynn Hooke
Early Learning Administrative Assistant and Cedar Traditional 3s Lead Teacher
Email: khooke@nwcs.org
Colbert Elementary
Cedar Elementary
Junior High
High School
Aaron Spuler
Assistant Principal of Academic Support, Teacher, Head Boys Basketball Coach
Email: aspuler@nwcs.org
Homeschool
Sarah Hilsen
Jr. High History, Logic, Study Skills, High School & ASB Leadership, Secondary Academic Coach
Email: shilsen@nwcs.org
Courtney Manuel
High School Science, Dual Credit Science, Health, Senior Leadership
Email: cmanuel@nwcs.org
Staff
Angie Smith
Jr. High and High School Mental Health and Wellness Counselor
Email: angiesmith@nwcs.org
Administration
Trina Hudson
Director of Marketing, Communication & Development/ Assistant to Head of Schools
Email: thudson@nwcs.org
Board of Regents
Danny Beard
Board Member
Email: board@nwcs.org
I work at the Union Gospel Mission, helping men and women become God-dependent, contributing members of society. Prior to that I spent 40 years coaching and training student athletes. Over our 45 years of marriage, my wife, Deborah, and I raised 3 wonderful children, all of whom attended NWCS. I have been involved with the school in some capacity since 1983 and am happy to serve the school as a member of the Board of Regents.
Stephen Gray
Executive Committee - Treasurer
Email: board@nwcs.org
I have been serving Spokane as an independent financial advisor for over 30 years and am excited for this opportunity to serve NWCS as it has been a huge part of our family history. My wife, Kathi, taught for more than 15 years, most of those in a 6th grade classroom and our 3 wonderful children all attended NWCS.
Brian Hastings
Past Chair
Email: board@nwcs.org
After graduating from Whitworth and the Univ. of Idaho I worked in private and ministerial counseling and am currently a school counselor, as is my wife Kristen. We have three wonderful and active elementary, middle and high schoolers here at NWCS. I feel blessed to bring my 30 years of professional experience to serve NWCS.
Dr. Wendy Liddell
Chairman Elect
Email: board@nwcs.org
I serve as the founding President of Great Northern University, a Christian liberal arts institution in Spokane. A third-generation teacher and administrator, I am passionate about education, specifically Gospel-centered instruction and discipleship. I am honored to serve our God and His people in this role at NWCS.
Dr. Zach Strandy
Head of Endowed Assets Committee
Email: board@nwcs.org
I co-own and operate Summit Rehabilitation Associates Physical Therapy. As a NWCS graduate, my wife Corrine and I love seeing our 4 awesome kids continue the tradition. It is gratifying to have the opportunity to help shepherd and steward this amazing school.
Evan Verduin
Board Member
Email: board@nwcs.org
I’m a graduate of Washington State University, an NWCS alumni and owner of Trek Architecture. Our 6 of our 7 children attend NWCS and we’re blessed to be a part of the family.
Dr. Daniel Zwiesler
Chairman
Email: board@nwcs.org
I am an OB/GYN at Northwest OB/GYN, practicing since 2008. I have 3 kids: junior, 8th grader, and a recent graduate of NWCS. I like to run marathons and spend time with my family.