ADMINISTRATION
Dr. Lauren Dyal, Head of School
Lauren has an EdD Educational Leadership, as well as a BS Economics (Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 1999), an MA Economics, and has completed her Ph.D. coursework in Finance. She spent 10 years as our Upper School Administrator and has served as the Director of Business and the Director of Preschool, in addition to her role as dual credit instructor for Mathematics and Economics as an adjunct with Lone Star College. Lauren and her family are members of Pine Island Baptist Church.
Robert Smith, 7th-12th Principal
Robert holds a Bachelors of Science in Agricultural Business from Sam Houston State University and a Master's degree in Educational Administration from Lamar University. Robert has over 20 years of experience in education and comes from a long line of educators. When he is not teaching, he enjoys sharing the love of Christ around the World.
Justin Begnoche, K-6th Principal
Justin Begnoche has over 11 years of experience in education, holding a B.A. in Biblical Literature from Oral Roberts University and an M.S.Ed in Sport Pedagogy from Baylor University. He has taught students at various levels, primarily in high school mathematics, and coached sports including volleyball, basketball, cross country, and track & field. Currently pursuing an Ed.D. in Administration & Supervision from Liberty University, Justin is committed to integrating the gospel’s transformative power into education. He and his family are members of Risen Church.
Katie Davila, Dean of Academics
Katie an M.A. in English and a B.A. in Education with a specialization in History. She has been in education for 19 years, with the last 17 at RCS. Katie has taught Kinder-12th over the course of her teaching career, in addition to teaching dual credit English as an adjunct with Lonestar College. In addition to teaching, she has served as the guidance counselor and as a principal. As the Dean of Academics, Katie has the privilege of serving teachers and families in the area of Curriculum and Instruction. Katie and her husband have four sons, and are active members at Pine Island Baptist Church.
Amber Hurst, Director of Counseling
Amber is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an M.Ed. in Educational Counseling and a B.A. in Psychology. Passionate about building resiliency in students, she strives to make them feel seen, known, and loved. To that endeavor, Amber has served in an educational setting, both public and private, for 17+ years holding various K-12 teaching and administrative roles, including school counselor, academic achievement specialist, assistant principal, and principal. She and her husband have two sons and are active members of Bayou City Fellowship Tomball.
Wade Sharayha, Director of Operations and Human Resources
Wade joined RCS in 2015, bringing over three decades of experience in both non-profit work and the customer service industry to his role. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Western Governors University. As a dedicated family man, Wade is a proud father of two boys. His youngest son, a recent graduate, attended RCS for 15 years. Wade and his wife have been happily married for 34 years and are active members of Second Baptist Church - Cypress Location. Their commitment to faith and community underscores Wade's values of integrity and service.
Cathy Dobbs, Director of Lil’ Eagles and Preschool
Cathy has taught Preschool at RCS for 15 years. She has an Associates degree in Child Development and is a member of the NAEYC. Cathy and her family are members of Pine Island Baptist church, where her husband serves as Senior Pastor. She has a heart for children and wants every child to come to know Jesus.
Nathan Utt, Athletic Director
Nathan Utt started at RCS in 2022. Nathan has a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Missouri Baptist University. He loves spending every day in the classroom and on the field with our students. When Nathan is not teaching or coaching, he enjoys spending time with his wife and kids and playing a round of golf here and there. Nathan and his family are active members of Redeemer Church in Tomball, TX.