Mercy Culture Preparatory
Faculty & Staff
ADMINISTRATION

Katie Fonville
Head of School
Mrs. Fonville is passionate about partnering with families to raise the next generation of Kingdom leaders. With 16 years in education, including more than a decade in Fort Worth ISD, she is honored to lead a Christ-centered, presence-driven school committed to academic excellence and spiritual development. She believes every child is uniquely created by God with purpose and that education should prepare students for their God-given calling. Mrs. Fonville earned her bachelor's degree from Harding University and her Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Texas Christian University. She and her husband, Kyle, have been married for 17 years and are raising their two children, Ezra and Eliza Bea. Outside of school, she enjoys running, reading, and great food with family and friends.

Briana Cheema
Elementary Principal (K-5th)
Mrs. Cheema has been with MC Prep since 2020, serving as a fourth and sixth grade teacher and curriculum writer. Mrs. Cheema has a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. Mrs. Cheema is passionate about Biblical Worldview shaping to equip students to encounter God through academics and empower them to defend their faith. Mrs. Cheema and her husband Chris have been married for 11 years and have three children, Zaidon, Asher and Nova. In her spare time, she enjoys baking sourdough breads and running.

Dr. Gregory Tate
Secondary Principal (6th-12th)
Dr. Tate brings more than 20 years of ministry leadership and over 12 years of experience in education and youth development. He has faithfully invested in students, families, and educators, to cultivate environments where young people are challenged to grow spiritually, academically, and personally. A former football student-athlete and graduate from the University of Arizona, where he also met his wife, Maisha. Married for 19 years and the proud parents of four children, they share a deep love for Christ, family, and serving others. Dr. Tate earned additional degrees Liberty University and George Fox University. He is passionate about helping every student discover their God-given purpose and impact the world for the Kingdom of God.

Haley Stallaby
Preschool Director
Mrs. Stallaby has been part of the MC Prep community since 2020, serving as both a kindergarten and second-grade teacher. With experience as a former children’s pastor and preschool teacher at Christ for the Nations, she is passionate about helping children encounter the Lord from an early age and developing a strong Biblical worldview. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in Christian School Administration. She is also a licensed minister. She and her husband, Chris, have been married for five years and have one child, Promise, who is two years old. In her spare time, she enjoys encountering the Lord through His creation.

Richard Clayton
Dean of Academic Affairs and Accreditation
Mr. Clayton has been at MC Prep (formally known as CCA) for over 17 years. He has a Bachelors in History, a Bachelors in Integrated Social Studies and a Masters in Education. He is passionate about developing Kingdom Leaders spiritually and academically. He has been married for over 41 years to his high school sweetheart, Charlene and has three daughters and seven grandchildren. In his free time, he loves connecting with God through creation and spending time outdoors.

Alan Armendarez
MC Prep Pastor
Pastor Alan is passionate about stewarding the spiritual development of young people and joined MC Prep with a heart to partner with families in raising Kingdom Leaders. Born and raised in Fort Worth, he attended Texas Bible Institute, where he deepened his understanding of the Holy Spirit, and later earned a bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences from the University of North Texas. Pastor Alan has been married to his high school sweetheart, Alondra, and together they are raising three daughters—Tatiana, Talia, and Paula. In his free time, Pastor Alan enjoys jogging as a way to encounter God and playing pickleball.

Sean Riley
Athletic Director
Coach Sean Riley joined Mercy Culture Preparatory in 2022 and serves as Head Varsity Football Coach, and Varsity Track Coach. A former professional football player with over 15 years of coaching experience, he has helped lead MC Prep football to historic playoff victories and guided multiple track athletes to district, regional, and state championships. Coach Riley holds honors degrees in Psychology, Religion, and Sport Management, a master’s in Sports Management, and is a Doctoral Candidate in Strategic Leadership. Married to Heather for 27 years, he is the proud father of three sons—Cory (U.S. Marine), Dylan (U.S. Army), and Sean Jr. (MC SLS).
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