About Freedom Christian Academy




A Ministry Built on Freedom Through Faith
Freedom Christian Academy is a ministry of Friendship Assembly, rooted in the mission to lead people to freedom through faith. Our school exists to partner with families in raising up students who are grounded in biblical truth, equipped with academic excellence, and prepared to walk confidently in their God-given calling.
We believe education is more than academics — it is discipleship.
From early childhood through high school, our desire is to cultivate an environment where students grow spiritually, intellectually, and personally in a structured, Christ-centered setting.
At Freedom Christian Academy (FCA), our mission is to provide a faith-based, Christ-centered environment for learning to students in the Tri-County area of Marshall, Tate, and DeSoto. We believe every student should have the opportunity to grow in their faith while developing into the person God has called them to be—academically, spiritually, and personally.
Our Mission
We are grateful for the strong foundation laid through Friendship Christian Academy and are excited for this new season as Freedom Christian Academy. With renewed focus and intentional direction, we look forward to continuing to serve families in our community with excellence and purpose.
At Freedom Christian Academy, everything we do flows from a biblical worldview. We believe:
Scripture is the foundation of truth
Parents are the primary spiritual leaders in a child's life
The local church plays a vital role in discipleship
Academic excellence honors God
Character matters as much as achievement
Our classrooms are designed to support both strong academics and strong spiritual formation.
Our Foundation
At Freedom Christian Academy, our faculty and staff are more than educators — they are mentors, role models, and partners in discipleship. Each member of our team is committed to providing academic excellence within a Christ-centered environment.
Our teachers serve with intentionality, structure, and care, working alongside families to help students grow spiritually, intellectually, and personally.
We are grateful for the men and women who faithfully invest in the next generation each day.
Our Faculty & Staff
Ruby Nunley
6th, 7th, 8th Grade
Lacie Cothern
K3, K4, K5 Grade
Kim Rentz
3rd, 4th, 5th Grade
Lauren Lara
1st and 2nd Grade
Peyton Potter
FCA School President
Trista Pannell
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
