Faculty & Staff
We believe that Sunshine Bible Academy exists to assist parents with their responsibility to raise their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord by integrating God’s truth in all areas of life. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to providing quality academic instruction while nurturing each student’s spiritual, social, and physical development.
School Administration
Guiding Sunshine Bible Academy with a heart for Christ-centered education and a vision for each student’s growth.
Jason Watson
Superintendent/Principal
As Superintendent and Principal, Jason Watson provides visionary leadership for Sunshine Bible Academy, overseeing all academic programs, campus operations, and the spiritual mission that defines SBA’s commitment to Christ-centered education.
Jason Burma
Dean of Students, Ag Teacher/FFA Advisor, Head Wrestling Coach
Jason Burma serves as Dean of Students and leads SBA’s agriculture program and FFA chapter — the only FFA chapter at a non-public school in South Dakota. He also coaches wrestling, helping student-athletes grow in discipline and character.
Meet Our Faculty & Staff
Every member of our team is devoted to creating a Christ-centered environment where students thrive academically, spiritually, and socially.
El-Dean Acar
K-12 Physical Education
Ja Lynn Burma
Staff
Jace Burma
Resident Supervisor – Boys’ Dorm, Head Football Coach, Asst Wrestling Coach, Boys Track Coach
Jason Burma
Dean of Students, Ag Teacher/FFA Advisor, Head Wrestling Coach
Cassie Freed
English Teacher, JS Coordinator
Barbara Grummet
Off-site Business Manager
Lucas Hall
High School Math, Junior High Bible/Science/Math, Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach
Megan Hall
Lower Elementary Teacher, Track & Bible Coordinator, Head Girls’ Basketball Coach
Christopher Hass
Maintenance
Mark Ketelhut
Ag Instructor
Michael Ketchen
Social Studies Teacher, Sped Director
Stacie Koth
Administrative Assistant/On-site Business Manager, Clean-a-thon Coordinator
James Lilley
Resident Supervisor – Boys’ Dorm
Jamie & Cheryl McClain
Development
Katie Moody
Resident Supervisor – Girls’ Dorm
Greg Pedersen
Athletic Director, Math and Science, Cross Country Coach, Girls Track Coach
Paula Pedersen
Upper Elementary Teacher, Head Volleyball Coach
Alanna Poling
K-12 Art
Joie VanHolstyn
Director of Admissions, World History
Kevin Waller
K-12 Music, Oral Interp Coach, Ministry Team Leader
Todd Waring
Director of Maintenance & Facilities
Cassidy Watson
Director of Food Service
Jason Watson
Superintendent/Principal
Kristina Watson
Staff
Katie Wilken
Resident Supervisor – Girls’ Dorm / Part-time Math Teacher
Food Service Staff
Food Service
Join the Sunshine Bible Academy Family
Our dedicated team of Christian educators is ready to welcome your family. Take the first step toward a Christ-centered education experience.