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About Centennial Faculty Contact
» Brent Johnson- Senior Administrator
» Linda Gradecki- Office Manager
» Alissa Branch- Office Manager
» Ann Wilkinson- Kindergarden Teacher
» Pam Johnson- 1st/2nd Grade Teacher
» Sharon Davis- 3rd Grade Teacher
» Chris Madrid- 4th Grade teacher
» Chad Johnson- Assistant Administrator/5th/6th Grade Tearcher
» Brenda Fickey- Music & Drama Teacher, ACSI Event Coordinator, Yearbook Advisor/Editor
 
Brent JohnsonBrent Johnson- Senior Administrator
brentjohnson@centennialchristian.org

I received my BS degree from the University of Wisconsin in Physical Education and History. I received my Master of Education degree from the University of Missouri. I have been a school administrator for 10 years, after running a business for most of my career.

Married: Yes Candy Bars: Snickers Spouse Name: Pam
Singer/Band: Michael W. Smith, Beatles Books(other than
the Bible):
Anything by Chuck Swindoll and John Grisham
Board Games: Dominos, chess
Motto: be strong and courageous Outdoor Activities: Hiking, Golf Hero(other than Jesus): Abraham Lincoln
Magazines: Sports Illustrated Foods: Potato Chips, chicken noodle soup Sports Teams: Green Bay Packers, University of Wisconsin, Denver Broncos
TV Shows: Any news magazine show Color: Blue Movies: Legends of the Fall
 
 
Linda GradeckiLinda Gradecki- Office Manager
lindagradecki@centennialchristian.org

I have worked with this staff for 7 great years. I have 3 children: Nichole, Gina and Joe, daughter in law Waverly, grandsons Matthew, Mark, and Mike. I love to read and crochet.

Married: Widow Candy Bars: Snickers Spouse Name: N/A
Singer/Band: Sandi Patti, Plus One Books(other than
the Bible):
Christian
Board Games: Wizard
Motto: Trust in the
Lord with all your
heart and lean not on
your own
uderstanding. In all
your ways
acknowledge him,
and he will keep
your paths straight.
Outdoor Activities: Walking Hero(other than Jesus): My brother Bob.
Magazines: Good Housekeeping Foods: BBQ Ribs on the grill Sports Teams: Broncos, Lakers
TV Shows: Dancing with the Stars Color: Blue Movies: The Notebook
 
 
Alissa BranchAlissa Branch- Office Manager alissabranch@centennialchristian.org

I have 4 children, the oldest a boy and the rest girls. Two of my girls attend CCA. I have been with the teaching staff 4 years. My degree is in Early Childhood Education. I enjoy reading in my spare time.

Married: Yes, 15 years Candy Bars: Snickers Spouse Name: Jay
Singer/Band: Steven Curtis Chapman Books(other than
the Bible):

Christian Romance
Board Games: Aggravation
Motto: Rise to the challenge Outdoor Activities: Camping Hero: My special
needs daughter, Leah
Magazines: Country Living Foods: Anything on the grill Sports Teams:
Broncos, who else?!
TV Shows: Dancing
with the Stars
Color: Purple Movies: The
Notebook, anything
with Denzel Washington
 
 
Ann WilkinsonAnn Wilkinson- Kindergarten Teacher annwilkinson@centennialchristian.org

I have been in Christian education for 20+ years. I have 2 adult children: Jason in Florida and J. Anne in Estes Park. I have a BS degree from the University of Oklahoma.

Married: 38 years Candy Bars: Snickers Spouse Name: Jo Anne
Singer/Band: Books(other than
the Bible):
Mysteries
Board Games:
Motto: Outdoor Activities: Hero:
Magazines: Foods: chocolate Sports Teams:
TV Shows: Gilmore Girls Color: Blue Movies: The Notebook
 
 
Pam JohnsonPam Johnson- 1st/2nd Grade Teacher pamjohnson@centennialchristian.org

I have been teaching in Christian schools for over 20 year, all at 2 schools. I love to teach children their Christian values. My husband and son work with me, so that is an added benefit! I received my BS and teaching certificate from EM University. I grew up in Michigan and moved to CO in the early 80’s. I have 2 married sons and just became a grandmother in February, and soon will become one again this August.

Married: Yes Candy Bars: None Spouse Name: Brent
Singer/Band: Beatles, Christian Rock Books(other than
the Bible):
Biographies, Dogs
Board Games: Bridge, Dominos
Motto: Do unto others an Outdoor Activities: Walking the dogs, gardening Hero: My Dad
Magazines: Dog Fancy, Prevention Foods: Organic Sports Teams: Broncos, Packers, love football!
TV Shows: HGTV Color: Blue and Purple Movies: Black Beauty(new one)
 
 
Sharon DavisSharon Davis- 3rd Grade Teacher

I have been with this staff since 2002. I have BSE in Elementary Education and am currently working on a reading certificate. In my spare time I am a Puppy raiser for Guide Dogs for the the Blind, teach a three year old Sunday School class and cheer on my children in all their activities.

Married: Yes Candy Bars: Hershey with almonds Spouse Name: Tim
Singer/Band: Jack Johnson, Glad Hot Rize Books(other than
the Bible):

Tuesdays With
Morrie Don't Sweat the Samll Stuff
Board Games: Cranium Kzink
Motto: Kind hands, kind thoughts, kind words Outdoor Activities: Walking Hero: My husband
Magazines: Family Fun Mailbox Foods: Anything from Chipotle Sports Teams: Rockies
TV Shows: Extreme Home Makeover Color: Blue Movies: Rain Man I am Sam
Favorite Bible Verse:
Isaiah 40:31 : But those who hope in the Lord will their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint
 
 
Chris MadridChris Madrid- 4th Grade Teacher chrismadrid@centennialchristian.org

My name is Chris Madrid and I have a passion for teaching. This is my 4th year with the current teaching staff. My college degrees include a BS in Christian Education and bible, and an MA in Elementary Education. I have taught primarily 3rd & 4th grades for 15 years, with a ten year gap when I stayed home with my five children. I feel God has gifted me to teach in the Christian school, where I can share His love and uphold high academic standards.

Married: Yes Candy Bars: chocolate Spouse Name: Thom
Singer/Band: Chris Tomlin Books(other than
the Bible):
Christian fiction, Donald Miller
Board Games: Clue
Motto: Phil 1:21 Outdoor Activities: Tennis Hero: Ann Kimmel
Magazines: Nutrition Foods: Starbucks Sports Teams: Broncos, Nuggets, Rockies
TV Shows: Monk Color: Blue Movies: Chick Flicks
 
 
Chad JohnsonChad Johnson- Assistant Administrator, 5th/6th Grade Teacher
chadjohnson@centennialchristian.org

I have been blessed to be teaching for 4 years all in Christian Education. I have served the last three years as a Middle School Principal and teacher. I have taught all academic subjects. During the last three years my emphasis has been in Bible and Literature. I received my teaching degree from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. Grand Canyon University is a highly regarded Christian liberal arts college with a tremendous reputation for producing top-notch teachers.

Married: Yes Candy Bars: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Spouse Name: Sarah
Singer/Band: Michael W. Smith, David Crowder, Books(other than the Bible): Wild at Heart, Reaching for the Invisible God-Yancy Board Games: Risk
Motto: Live for an audience of one Outdoor Activities: Basketball, mountain biking, hiking, walking the dogs with my wife. Hero: The apostle Paul, My Dad
Magazines: Sports Illustrated, Christianity Today Foods: Chick-fil-a, Slurpees Sports Teams: Broncos
TV Shows: Monk, Seinfeld, Survivor Color: Blue, Green Movies: Braveheart, Legends of the Fall
 
 
Brenda FickeyBrenda Fickey- Music & Drama Teacher, ACSI Event Coordinator, Yearbook Advisor/Editor
brendafickey@centennialchristian.org

Joined this staff (of people) in the 2001/2002 school year. I have two daughters (married), 4 grandchildren; 2 in Aurora and 2 in Palmdale, CA. I received a BA from East Texas Baptist College. I have a Master's from the University of Alaska Anchorage. I have been teaching since 1980- elementary, junior high, senior high, and college levels. I enjoy sewing, writing, reading, music, teaching, keyboards (music). I am involved with children’s choirs and musical presentations since 1983 and have had over 20 musical presentations.

Married: 33 years Candy Bars: Junior Mints, Reece’s Peanut Butter Cups Spouse Name: Bill
Singer/Band: Avalon, Sandi Patty Books(other than
the Bible):
(too many to tell) favorite authors-Dee Henderson, Terri Blackstock
Board Games: Imagine If, Pictionary
Motto: Serving to honor Jesus Outdoor Activities: Walk, swim, BBQ’s, picnics Hero: Superman
Magazines: Taste of Home Foods: Fried chicken, Red Lobster grilled shrimp Sports Teams: Detroit Red Wings Hockey
TV Shows: 7th Heaven, CSI’s (all of them) NCIS, JAG, Monk Color: Blue Movies: Superman (all), Air Force One, The Pacifier.