Mr. Shawn Minks is enjoying his eleventh year leading Cambridge Christian school after serving for six years as Headmaster at Foundation Academy in Winter Garden, FL. Prior to Foundation, he served for five years at Bridgeway Christian Academy in Georgia and nine years at Warner Christian Academy in Daytona Beach.

Mr. Minks received his Master’s in educational administration from Columbia International University in 2001. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education and Bible from Northwestern College in 1993. Mr. Minks hold a lifetime ACSI all levels principal certificate, and he is a Van Lunen fellow. He sits on the executive Committee of Christian schools of Florida, and he has served on 15 accreditation teams to other schools.

Mr. Minks is happily married to his wife of 32 years, Carol, who is also on staff at Cambridge. Mr. and Mrs. Minks have three children. Tal is a character animator at Steamroller Studios in central Florida. Tiana is a CCS alum, graduate of Florida Southern, and now teacher in our Upper School, and Tate is a CCS alum in his final semester at USF, gearing up to apply for PA (Physician’s Assistant) school.

It is my great pleasure to be part of the Lancer community!  My heartbeat is to glorify God and serve Him forever.  To that end God has called me to carry out that task through education.  I received my bachelor’s from the University of Northern Iowa in Social Science Education.  I pursued my master’s and doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of South Florida and Temple University, respectively.  I have ten years in Christian education both as a teacher and secondary principal, and the last six were spent in public education as a teacher and elementary principal.

My personal verse for the 2020-2021 school year is Philippians 3:14, “I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.”  Our job as Christians is to move forward, press on, and grow in our faith. Our job as Christian educators is to help our students press on in their faith and biblical worldview. I will lead with this conviction that we must press on in our faith, work, responsibilities, and become more like Christ every day.

I’ve been married to the love of my life, Sarah, since 2003.  We have four children, Jack-rising 9^th grade, Lydia-rising 7^th grade, Holly-rising 5^th grade, and Bethany-rising 4^th grade.  We love to get outside, hike in national parks, spend time in God’s Word, and eat at Chick-Fil-A!  We are excited to be a part of God’s movement at Cambridge Christian School and trusting God for great things to happen this school year.  I

Mr. Brian Pruitt is a Georgia native, with more than fifteen years of experience in the field of Education. Mr. Pruitt has taught in the classroom, coached athletics, and held various positions of leadership throughout his career. He currently holds a Master’s Degree of Education with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction, as well as a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Education with an emphasis in Middle Grades Education.

Mr. Pruitt has been married to his wife Stephanie for more than ten years. They have two sons Gabriel and Brock. The Pruitt’s enjoy spending their time at various sporting events and getting involved in their local church.

Elizabeth Johnston is joining our team as our new Director of Early Childhood! Elizabeth was born and raised in South Tampa. She attended the University of South Florida where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and participated in the SCATT (Suncoast Area Teacher Training) Honors program. She has experience teaching first, second, and fourth grades in Hillsborough County public schools. For almost twenty years, Elizabeth has dedicated herself to serving and teaching students in Christian-based preschools. She has a heart for helping children grow and develop a love for the Lord while preparing them for elementary school. Elizabeth loves to see God at work and on display in the lives of the teachers that she works with and the children that she ministers to each day. During her free time, Elizabeth enjoys reading, baking, and most of all spending time with her husband, two adult children, and her cat, Clementine.

Ed Jones joins the Lancer family after serving for six years at William Jessup University, a Christ-centered liberal arts university in Northern California. As the Director of Strategic Giving, Ed launched the school's very first Legacy Society for the acquisition and stewardship of planned gifts. During his tenure, Ed cultivated generosity by developing strong relationships with donors, pastors, and community stakeholders. He was also regularly called upon as a guest speaker at local churches and often was the master of ceremonies for various school events. Previous to WJU, Ed worked for 12 years in business development in the banking and lending industry. Seven of those years were spent working with banking institutions that specifically served Christian ministries. Ed came to faith in Jesus Christ when he was 15 years old. Shortly thereafter, he began attending and graduated from a local Christian School in Northern California. He eventually returned and taught there for seven years. After going into the business world, he was asked to serve on the board for over 10 years and has a deep commitment and passion for Christian education.

Ed received his Master of Business Administration degree from William Jessup University. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in History from California State University, Sacramento. Ed also has received a Diploma in Theology from INSTE Bible College and is a licensed pastor.

Ed has been happily married to his wife Christy for 26 years. They have two sons. Ephraim is 16 years old and will be a junior at

Mark Butler is a dedicated professional with over three decades of experience in Christian Education, making a significant impact in various roles such as teacher, coach, principal, and Director of Athletics & Facilities. With a strong educational foundation, Mr. Butler holds a bachelor's degree in speech communications and a master's degree in secondary education, which have enriched his expertise in the field.

Mark's extensive knowledge of the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) is a testament to his commitment to high school athletics. He has actively contributed to the FHSAA as a member of the AD advisory committee, the section 3 appeals committee, and even as the chairman of the representative assembly. His dedication to the FHSAA showcases his passion for shaping the future of high school sports in Florida and has been recognized as the FIAAA Athletic Director of the year.

As a Certified Athletic Administrator by the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA), Mr. Butler brings a wealth of experience and expertise in building high-quality, award winning, championship programs. His broad range of experience includes serving as the Director of Athletics in both larger schools with over 3000 students and smaller institutions, demonstrating his adaptability and ability to tailor the athletic experience to the unique needs of the student-athlete, regardless of the program's size.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Mark is a loving husband to his wife Karen and a proud father to his son, Jordan, who graduated from and now works at the University of Kentucky. Mark's true passion lies

Mrs. Turk is the Business Administrator at CCS and previously worked in the business office as the Payroll and Benefits Coordinator and at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Tax Process Specialist.  She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of South Florida and recently attained her CPA license. She is married to her husband Robert and together they have one daughter, Lylah, who attends CCS. She loves Cambridge because of the “close family environment and the wonderful people I get to work with every day.”

Mrs. Shiver is a graduate from Samford University from where she obtained her BS in Business Management & Marketing. She went on to the University of Scranton to pursue her Masters in Educational Leadership and has also completed the High School College Placement Counselor Certification with NACCAP at Anderson University. She has over ten years experience in Guidance & College Placement. Mrs. Shiver has been married to her husband, Brent, for almost 20 years and together they have two sons, Asa (middle school) and Kade (lower school) who attend CCS.

Lisa has worked at CCS for over twenty years and graduated from the University of South Florida with a B.A in Mass Communications. Previously she worked in sales at the University of South Florida. Her son Ethan '15 is a graduate of Florida State University and the University of Miami College of Law and currently working in Miami. She loves Cambridge because of the family atmosphere and the opportunity she has to introduce others to Cambridge. “The best part of my job is meeting new families and welcoming them to be part of Cambridge Christian School.”

Mrs. Premer has been working at CCS for over 15 years. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a B.A. in Mass Communications with a major in advertising. She was in sales and sales management for over 10 years before joining our team. She and her husband David are recently married and she is mother to two boys, Ethan and Tyler.  Ethan '22 is studying finance at the University of South Florida, and Tyler '14 is a graduate of Stetson University College of Law, currently working as an Assistant State Attorney. Both boys are "lifers," starting Cambridge in K-3. Mrs. Premer loves CCS because of the strong foundation it offers students. “It is the perfect combination of rigorous academics and faith in action. It allows your student to be involved, lead, and be mentored by an incredibly talented and godly faculty and staff. On top of that, it’s a wonderful place to work. CCS has been a blessing to our family in so many ways.”

Mr. Shears has been working at CCS for 11 years and has an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Mott Community College. He is a retired Detective from the City of Tampa Police Department and has been married to his wife, Shelley, for 33 years. They have two children, Tabatha and Erik ‘08 and two grandchildren. Mr. Shears loves Cambridge because this is where he accepted the Lord into his life. He says, “This school will always have a special place in my heart.  I feel God’s presence every day that I am here.  I am so grateful for the opportunity to disciple your children.”

Mrs. Cortner received a Bachelor's degree in Health Science Education from the University of Florida and a Master's degree in Education from Mercy College in New York. Mrs. Cortner also received training at Columbia Teacher's College and has seven years of classroom teaching experience. She has three children who attend Cambridge Christian School - Chase, Olivia, and William.

Mrs. Cameron has been working at CCS for over 20 years as an executive assistant and in various other responsibilities throughout campus including Summer Camp Director. She has three children, Nathan, Sarah ’09 and Aaron '15. She also has three grandchildren, Zane, Bryden and Elijah. Mrs. Cameron loves Cambridge because her children have learned so much academically and spiritually. She says, “The faculty invests their knowledge and time into your child. This school is truly unique. Our sacrifices have been rewarded in the confidence we see in our children. The values we teach at home have been reinforced at school on a daily basis.”