I am honored to serve as a board member for Onward Christian Academy, a school that has been an integral part of my family's life. My wife, Amy, has been actively involved with OCA since our eldest child, Sydnor, began kindergarten. He is now in 4th grade, and we also have two daughters, Elizabeth (3rd grade) and McKinlay (1st grade), who are part of the OCA family.

Professionally, I have served with the Lynchburg Police Department for the past 25 years and currently hold the rank of Captain of Field Operations. Over the course of my career, I have held various positions, including Criminal Investigations Lieutenant, Crime Scene Detective, and, early on, a School Resource Officer at E.C. Glass High School.

My passion for serving on the OCA board stems from my deep investment in the school's success—not only as a parent but as someone who values the impact of a strong, faith-based education. Witnessing the joy, love, and nurturing environment my children experience daily at OCA inspired me to take on a more active role. I am committed to supporting the school's continued growth and ensuring that it remains a place where children thrive both academically and spiritually. I’d love to hear from you and can be reached at ocaboard@onwardchristian.org.

My name is Dan Geffken and our family joined the Onward community when our oldest (of three) started in 2017.  Since 2012, I have worked at LU as a Business Data Analyst, supporting the Enrollment and Advancement divisions by optimizing processes and developing accurate reporting tools.  Our family has loved partnering with OCA for our kids' education because of its unique blend of homeschool and private school benefits, and as a member of the board, I hope to help sustain OCA's innovative model so they can serve Lynchburg-area families for many years to come. I’d love to hear from you and can be reached at ocaboard@onwardchristian.org.

I have been part of the OCA community since its inception in 2016, supporting my wife, Lauren, in her role as Founder and Executive Director in any way I can. Our family has been richly blessed by this community—one of our children has graduated from Onward, and we currently have two sons in the high school program.

Professionally, I have served in a variety of higher education roles, including Chief Information Officer for ten years, as well as in academic and enrollment support, data analytics, and institutional strategy. I currently work to support the strategic direction of Liberty University as part of the Institutional Effectiveness team. My experience in leadership, operations, and data-driven decision-making allows me to contribute to OCA’s governance with a focus on sustainability and mission alignment.

I have loved watching Onward grow and thrive over the years and consider it a privilege to serve on the board to help ensure its long-term success. I’d love to hear from you and can be reached at ocaboard@onwardchristian.org.

I've been a part of the OCA community since its inception in 2016. After several years of teaching kindergarten and first grade, I transitioned into administrative roles, where I continue to serve today. In addition to my work at Onward, I have been an adjunct instructor at Liberty University since 2014. My husband and I have two children at OCA, Emma and Aaron.

I am deeply passionate about education in all its forms—from developing and selecting curriculum to training teachers, empowering parents, working with students, and finding innovative solutions to strengthen our school’s model. Having a front-row seat to the incredible things families and students accomplish is a constant source of inspiration and joy. I’d love to hear from you and can be reached at ocaboard@onwardchristian.org.

My family and I have been part of the Onward community since my oldest son started Kindergarten in 2017. I currently have three children enrolled and have loved watching them grow in this environment. I work as a director in Information Services at LU and have been there since 2005. Over the years, I have come to deeply appreciate the families and community at Onward, and I’m humbled to serve on its board in a way that I pray honors Christ as well as the wonderful families, teachers, and staff who make up this amazing school. I have seen God bless and grow Onward year after year, and I am confident that He who has begun a good work will be faithful to complete it. I’d love to hear from you and can be reached at ocaboard@onwardchristian.org.