Amy Rhodes

Board Chair

Amy H. Rhodes is a dedicated business owner, community leader, and Christian servant who currently serves as Chairperson of the Liberty Christian Academy Board of Directors. A graduate of Richlands High School and Coastal Carolina Community College, she brings extensive experience in business management, education, leadership, and community service.
Alongside her husband, Glenn, Amy co-owns and operates several successful businesses in agriculture, transportation, and concrete services. Her professional background also includes serving as a District Director for the Phase II Tobacco Settlement Program and as a Financial Secretary with Onslow County Schools.
Amy has a long history of community involvement, including 19 years as Chairperson of Richlands Friends of Farmers, where she helped organize community events supporting agricultural scholarships. She also serves as a volunteer firefighter with Potters Hill Volunteer Fire Department and as Secretary of the Duplin County Fire Association.
A lifelong member of Believers’ Fellowship Church, Amy actively serves in worship ministry and church leadership. She and Glenn have been married since 1998 and have one son, Isaiah.
Amy is passionate about Christian education, servant leadership, and strengthening her community. As Board Chairperson, she is committed to supporting Liberty Christian Academy’s mission of providing excellence in Christian education and preparing students to make a lasting impact for Christ.

Dr. Chrystal Rooks 

   

Dr. Rooks brings extensive experience in healthcare, professional leadership, and Christian service to the Liberty Christian Academy Board of Directors. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and completed her undergraduate studies at NC State  University and The University of North Carolina at Pembroke. As a practicing dentist, Dr. Rooks is committed to serving others through compassionate patient care and professional excellence. She is affiliated with several professional dental organizations and is actively involved in her church. Her dedication to faith, education, and service reflects her commitment to supporting LCA’s mission of developing students academically, spiritually, and personally.

Toni Henderson

  

Mrs. Henderson brings a strong background in business management, financial leadership, and Christian service to the Liberty Christian Academy Board of Directors. She has served in several leadership roles, including Chief Financial Officer at New Beginnings Child Care Centers, and has professional experience in bookkeeping, customer service, and organizational management. Her educational background includes studies at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, and James Sprunt Community College. Mrs. Henderson is actively involved in her church and is passionate about supporting Christian education and strengthening families. Her experience in financial stewardship, leadership, and service contributes to LCA’s commitment to excellence in Christ-centered education.

Derek Northern

  

Mr. Northern brings extensive experience in business leadership, technology, and organizational development to the Liberty Christian Academy Board of Directors. A graduate of Richlands High School, he earned a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix and a Master of Business Administration from Strayer University. With over 20 years of experience in technology and software sales, including 18 years in leadership and team development, he currently serves as Associate Director of Business Sales. Mr. Northern attends River of Life Church in Jacksonville, North Carolina. His commitment to Christian values, strategic leadership, and continuous improvement reflects his dedication to advancing LCA’s mission of providing Christ-centered education.Associate Director of Business Sales

Richard Goldsby

  

Mr. Goldsby brings a wealth of experience in education, military service, community leadership, and Christian ministry to the Liberty Christian Academy Board of Directors. A retired United States Marine, he also retired from Duplin County Schools, where he served as a teacher assistant. He currently works with the Duplin County Health Department’s Opioid Response Project and serves as Assistant Pastor at Smith Chapel Church Ministries. Additionally, Mr. Goldsby serves as Co-Chair of Community Connection of Pink Hill. His dedication to faith, service, and leadership reflects his commitment to supporting LCA’s mission of providing Christ-centered education.

Phillip Humphrey

   

Mr. Phillip L. Humphrey brings extensive experience in law enforcement, military service, organizational leadership, and community involvement to the Liberty Christian Academy Board of Trustees.
Mr. Humphrey proudly served in the United States Army, attaining the rank of Sergeant, and is a veteran of two foreign military conflicts: Operation Just Cause in Panama and the Persian Gulf War (Operation Desert Storm). His military service reflects his lifelong dedication to duty, honor, discipline, and service to his country.
Following his military service, Mr. Humphrey dedicated nearly three decades to the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office, where he served in numerous leadership capacities, including Chief Deputy. Throughout his distinguished law enforcement career, he gained extensive experience in administration, personnel management, financial oversight, and organizational leadership. He also served as President of the Eastern North Carolina Law Enforcement Executives Association.
In addition to his military and law enforcement accomplishments, Mr. Humphrey is a proud member of Wisemen Military Masonic Lodge No. 125 and serves as a trustee at Daisy Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. His strong Christian faith remains the foundation of his personal and professional life, guiding his commitment to integrity, service, mentorship, and community involvement.
Mr. Humphrey considers it a great honor and privilege to serve on the Liberty Christian Academy Board of Trustees. He is deeply committed to supporting the academy’s mission of providing academic excellence through Christ-centered education, developing future leaders, and instilling Christian values in the next generation.
He believes that serving others is both a responsibility and a calling. He looks forward to using his experience, leadership, and faith to help Liberty Christian Academy continue its tradition of excellence.

Gina Shepard

  

Mrs. Shepard brings extensive experience in education, business administration, and Christian leadership to the Liberty Christian Academy Board of Directors. She earned a Bachelor of Social Work from East Carolina University and has served as an administrator and director with New Beginnings Child Care Centers since 2007. Her professional background also includes experience in the legal field and social services. Mrs. Shepard is actively involved in her church and has a passion for Christian education, serving families, and helping children grow academically and spiritually. Her commitment to faith, leadership, and service reflects her dedication to advancing LCA’s mission of providing Christ-centered education.