GCS K-12 Faculty

Jennifer Davis

Fourth Grade Teacher


Hello, my name is Jennifer Davis!

Originally from Arcadia, OH, I came to GCS in 1998 because my kids were in second and fourth grades when they started here and I wanted to teach in a Christian School again. I was impressed with GCS and I also knew a couple of GCS teachers who loved it here.
Educational Background: B.A. in Elementary Education - Cedarville College


FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE: Joshua 1:8
I enjoy reading, watching and visiting my grandchildren.

Rachel Dresback

Third Grade Teacher


Hello, my name is Rachel Dresback!

Originally from Adamstown, MD, I came to GCS in 2016 because God closed the door in public education and I began looking at Christian schools. God clearly guided me here.
Educational Background: B.A. in Elementary Education - Grace College


FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE: James 1:1-4
I enjoy crocheting, coloring, and puzzles

Brooke Gillen

Second Grade Teacher


Hello, my name is Brooke Gilen!

Originally from Galena, OH, I came to GCS in 2016 because the Lord opened a position here after I graduated from college. I've always dreamed of teaching at a Christian school and I'm so thankful for this opportunity.
Educational Background: Liberty University


FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE: Exodus 14:14 & John 15:5
I enjoy being a mom, shopping, spending time with my family, and travel/mission trips.

Aleta Jones

Performing Arts Teacher


Hello, my name is Aleta Jones!

Originally from Mapleton Depot, PA, I came to GCS in 2017 because my husband is the pastor of Gilead Friends Church and my children go to GCS so when a position came up to teach classes in my field of interest, it was a great fit for my family and me.
Educational Background: Malone University


FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE: Proverbs 18:10
I enjoy performing with Morrow Little Theater, music, scrapbooking, photography, and other crafts.

Heather Millinger

Music/Art Teacher


Hello, my name is Heather Millinger!

Originally from Canton, OH, I came to GCS in 2004 because I was interested in Christian education for my own children and when a teaching position opened in my subject area, I joined the GCS community.
Educational Background: Bachelor of Music - Bowling Green State University; Elementary Certification (1-8) from The Ohio State University


FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE: Psalm 121
I enjoy hiking, walking, and reading.

Sarah Orf

Kindergarten Teacher


Hello, my name is Sarah Orf!

Originally from Richland County, OH, I came to GCS in 2009 because it was completely a God thing.
Educational Background: B.S. in Education - Wright State University


FAVORITE BIBLE VERSE: Prov. 3:5-6 & Philip. 4:6-7
I enjoy reading, watching movies, and crafts.