Ever since our founding in 1946, God has used godly men and women to lead Wilmington Christian School and to serve on the Board of Directors.  The WCS Board of Directors, which oversees the school, is made up of elected individuals who have demonstrated a vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ and a strong commitment to Christian Education and to WCS. The primary focus of the Board is to provide the long term stability and resources necessary for the school to effectively fulfill its mission over time. The Board also nominates new board members to serve the school and oversees and evaluates the work of the Headmaster.  Board members regularly contribute their time, talents, and other resources to advance the mission of WCS

To learn more about the purpose and governance of the WCS Board click HERE 
To contact the board, please email [email protected] 

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​Meet Our Board of Directors

MATT ARENZ
Matt Arenz is a structural engineer with a focus on the power grid industry, currently serving as a project manager. He and his wife, Missy—the director of guidance at WCS—have three children. Two of their children are current WCS students, with their youngest to begin in 2026. A 2012 graduate of the University of Delaware, Matt and his family are members of Calvary Chapel of Delta, where they continue to grow in faith and Christian service. Matt joined the Board in 2025.

ANDREA BOULET
​Andrea Boulet serves as an academic advisor at the University of Delaware in the College of Engineering. Before that, Andrea taught middle school science at WCS for 12 years, which she describes as “some of the best years of my life.”  Andrea grew up in Delaware, earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Delaware, and her Master’s in Secondary Teaching from Wilmington University. She and her husband, Jon, are active members of Sycamore Hill Church and have four children, all of whom graduated from WCS.  Andrea looks forward to serving the school she loves in this new capacity.   

BRETT DORSCH
Brett Dorsch is the owner of Delmarva Wireless and ReThink Wellness, with locations in the United States and Great Britain. He has a long history with Wilmington Christian School, having attended WCS as an elementary student and having his three children graduate from the school. Brett says, "I love serving on the Board and being part of the future as we seek God's vision and desire for the school. WCS has a special place in my heart." He has been serving on the Board since 2017.

JANICE LORRAH, SECRETARY
Janice Lorrah and her husband, Paul, are active members of the WCS community, where their daughter, Grace, has attended since 2021. The Lorrah Family are members of Trinity Community Church in Hockessin. A persuasive litigator with over 20 years of experience, Janice has a genuine passion for analyzing and navigating complex legal issues. Janice is a graduate of The College of New Jersey and Rutgers-Camden Law School. Following a federal clerkship, Janice practiced civil litigation and administrative law in Philadelphia, PA, and Denver, CO. She currently serves as Legislative Counsel for the Pacific Justice Institute, a national nonprofit law firm advocating for religious freedom and parental rights. 

Janice looks forward to helping WCS foster an environment where students grow academically, spiritually, and morally, grounded in biblical values.  Janice shared, “I am dedicated to supporting policies and initiatives that uphold the school’s Christian identity while promoting excellence in education and service to the community.” Janice joined the Board in 2025. 

MICHAEL MCCUDDEN, TREASURER
Mike McCudden is the Director of Accounting and Audit Services for Master, Sidlow & Associates in Wilmington. A former Wilmington Christian School parent, Mike joined the Finance Committee in 2012 and the Board in 2013.

JAMIE POTECHA
Jamie Potecha, a 2006 WCS graduate, went on to study business and classical music at Liberty University. He is currently the Chief Operating Officer at Take Command Health, a benefits technology company based in Dallas, Texas. With extensive experience in compliance, human resources, business management, and operations, Jamie has a proven track record of building scalable organizations while ensuring regulatory excellence across all 50 states. Jamie met his wife, Ashley, at WCS, where she attended from kindergarten through 12th grade. Their children were also part of the WCS community until the family relocated to Dallas in 2025.

KEVIN SCHNEIDER, VICE CHAIR
Kevin Schneider is a local small business owner and 1999 graduate of Wilmington Christian School. Kevin and his wife, Kelly (WCS '00), have three children at WCS and are thankful for the multi-generational impact the school has had on their family. Kevin is a graduate of Messiah College and is currently pursuing an M.A. in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. He joined the Board in 2021.

ELLE STRALEY
Elle Straley was born and raised in Delaware and graduated from Claymont High School. Beginning in 1987, she began teaching at WCS, teaching full-time for 31 years and then continuing to substitute until her retirement in 2024. In 2021, she had the honor of compiling the 75th Anniversary History of WCS and is updating this for WCS's 80th Anniversary. She is an active member of Brandywine Valley Church. She also serves on the leadership team of Bible Study for Today and leads a small group. Elle loves the school's commitment to providing quality education, a strong Biblical emphasis, and many opportunities to mentor the next generations. "I look forward to serving Wilmington Christian School as it moves forward in the coming years." She joined the Board in 2025.

TYRONE THOMPSON
Tyrone Thompson is the father of WCS alumna Ivanna ('20). He and his wife Renee have been faithful WCS parents, volunteering and supporting the school throughout Ivanna's time at WCS. As a teacher in a local school, Tyrone offers a wealth of educational experience to the Board. The Thompson family is worships at Union Baptist Temple, where Tyrone serves as an associate minister. He and Renee also lead Bible studies and work in the church's marriage ministry.

CHAMP THORNTON
Champ Thornton and his wife, Robben, live in Newark and have three children, each of whom is attending or has graduated from WCS. As a family, they are members of Brandywine Valley Church. Champ is the director of children and family resources at Crossway and the author of numerous books for kids and families. Reflecting on Wilmington Christian School, Champ says, “From our first year in Delaware, in 2012, we have loved the ministry of WCS in the lives of our children. We are so grateful for Christian education in general and for Wilmington Christian School in particular. Having been on the WCS board previously, it’s such a privilege once more to serve.” 

LUKE TRADER, CHAIR
Luke Trader, a 1999 graduate of WCS, is deeply rooted in our school community. He and his wife, Jessica, have three children currently attending WCS, and their family worships at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church. Luke earned a Bachelor of Science in Biblical Studies from Cairn University and began his career in ministry as a Youth Pastor. The Lord later led him into the business world, where he now owns and operates multiple ventures, including being a Franchisee of two Chick-fil-A restaurants in Newark. Reflecting on his love for our school, Luke shares, “I am passionate about the mission of WCS, and my aim is to serve the WCS family. God used WCS tremendously in my life as a student and in the lives of my siblings. And now, He’s using WCS in the lives of our three kids.”