Who's Who
Board of Directors:
A strong board of directors provides careful oversight of the program. Dr. David K. Winter, Headmaster, provides vision, direction, and leadership to the school, while Dr. Jane Wilson, the Academic Dean, ensures the quality of the instruction and the strength of the curriculum.
Providence Hall Executive Committee
Randal S. Clark, President
President and CEO, Axia
Kathy Ireland
CEO and Chief Designer, Kathy Ireland Worldwide
Greg Olsen, M.D.
Physician, Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
Fisherman
Board Members
Laura E. Bacon
Paulette Callahan
Academic Affairs Committee, Providence Hall
Elise Kim
International Executive Director, 9-1-1 for Kids
Co-Founder, Athletes and Entertainers for Kids
J. Clifton Lundberg
Executive Vice President, Westmont College
Andrew Mullen
Chair, Department of Education, Westmont College
Brian Nelson
R. Brian Nelson Architect
Joy Royston
Associate Pastor, Word of Life Christian Center, Santa Barbara
James N. Stretchberry
Executive Director, American-European Bethel Mission
Kelly Vandever
CEO, Total Lifestyle Communities
Administration:
Headmaster:
David K. Winter
- Ph.D. Anthropology and Sociology, Michigan State University
- M.A. Anthropology, University of California at Los Angeles
- B.A. Anthropology, University of California at Los Angeles
Dr. David Winter, serves as the chief executive officer, with full responsibility for the total intellectual, physical, moral and spiritual program of the school. He represents the school to the public, particularly the Santa Barbara community, and seeks the support, including the financial support, of parents, local churches, key leaders, and special friends of the school.
Dr. Winter taught at Wheaton College, was a tenured professor at Michigan State University, Academic Vice President of Whitworth College, and President of Westmont College for 25 years. He was a leader on the founding board of the Oaks Christian High School in Westlake Village. He and his wife, Helene, are active members of the El Montecito Presbyterian Church.
Academic Dean:
Tim Loomer
- M.A. and Administrative Credential, Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, California State University, Northridge
- Teaching Credential, National University
- M.S., Statistics, University of Delaware
- B.S., Mathematics, California State University, Bakersfield
As Academic Dean, Tim Loomer is directly responsible for the instructional program at Providence Hall, including curriculum, faculty, and student life programs. Mr. Loomer provides outstanding leadership and strives to ensure that a tenor of rigor and excellence permeates all that we do. He comes to us with 14 years of experience in education, including teaching and coaching at both the high school and community college level, and serving as a school administrator.
Athletic Director/Dean of Students:
Keith Luberto
- M.A., Education & Sports Administration, University of Texas at Austin
- B.S., Business Administration/ Management Information Systems, State University of New York (Westbury)
As Athletic Director Coach Luberto oversees all facets of the Providence Hall athletics program and co-ordinate such with the policies and calendar of the CIF. Coach Luberto works diligently to cultivate student interests in sports teams. Currently, Providence Hall has two sports teams each season: Cross Country and Girls Volleyball in the Fall, Boys Basketball and Girls Basketball in the Winter, and Track and Field in the Spring. In addition to sports teams, Providence Hall provides after school fitness pursuit opportunities such as surfing, sailing, pilates, ultimate, and soccer.
As Dean of Students Keith Luberto works closely with students and not only maintains a high standard of behavior, but also challenges students to develop mature patterns of relationship with fellow students and the faculty and staff.
Director of Admissions:
Mike Dobreski
- M.A, Education, National University
- Teaching Credential, National University
- BA, Economics and Business, Westmont College
Mr. Mike Dobreski, our Director of Admissions, is eager to talk with you and share about Providence Hall. He can tell you more about the school, set up a shadowing day, and answer any questions about the application process. Mr. Dobreski would also enjoy an opportunity to share about Providence Hall at your church or youth group. Just ask him, and heʼll set it up.
College Guidance Counselor:
Jennifer Loomer
- Certificate in College Counseling, University of California, Los Angeles
- M.S., Counseling and Guidance and Pupil Personnel Services Credential, California Lutheran University
- B.S., Business Administration, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Applying to colleges takes lots of time, energy, and expertise. Providence Hall offers a four-year comprehensive college guidance program. Mrs. Loomer, our college counselor, works closely with students and their families to guide them in exploring and applying to excellent colleges across the country.
