Board Responsibility
Shiloh's Board of Directors has the responsibility for the establishment, guidance, and spiritual headship in the operation of the school and is called to do so with operational integrity.
The Board is the policy setting body of the school, with the school administration having the responsibility for the implementation of the Board's policies.
The authority of the Board is corporate, with individual members having responsibility only as authorized by the Board as a whole.
Lastly, it is the responsibility of the Board to be spiritual leaders in the school, to seek God's will and direction for the school, and to take responsibility for preservation and restoration of right relations, primarily our relations with God (Galatians 6:1,2; James 5:19,20; Isaiah 55:7).
Contact Shiloh's Board of Directors at shilohboard@shilohchristian.org
Meeting Schedule & Details
Shiloh Board of Director meetings begin with an open general session. Shiloh families and staff are welcome to attend general session. Board of Director meeting dates can be found on the school calendar available in the Shiloh App or the FACTS Family Portal.
Meeting minutes can be requested in the front office.
Board Handbook
Shiloh's Board of Directors Handbook provides a comprehensive guide for the smooth operation of Shiloh Christian School. The handbook outlines the role and responsibility of the board along with governing policy to ensure the long-term stability and sustainability of our school. This handbook is reviewed annually and serves as reference point in decision making.
Board Committees
Shiloh's Board of Directors utilizes standing committees to help oversee and coordinate specific issues so the board as whole can focus on broader strategic direction. The committees include:
- Learning/Academics
- Whole-Student Development
- Sustainability & Growth
- Safe & Healthy Learning Environment
- Executive
- Nominating
Engage with the Board
There are two ways stakeholders can engage with the Shiloh Board of Directors.
- Request to meet with a board committee. This is a great first step in engaging with the board. Identify the committee that best matches your area of concern as these are the board members that will be most versed in that area.
- Request to formally appear before the board at a regularly scheduled board meeting. This would ensure that you/your item is on the agenda and any necessary preparation steps have been completed.
Meet with a Board Committee
To request to meet with a board committee, please email shilohboard@shilohchristian.org. Members of each committee are identified below.
Request to Appear at Board Meeting
To request to be on a board meeting agenda, please email shilohboard@shilohchristian.org and include the following information at least 5 days prior to the meeting:
- Date of meeting requested
- Anticipated amount of time needed
- Whether you've consulted with the appropriate individuals (e.g., teachers, coaches, or other staff members) and what the outcomes of those discussions were.
Board Members
Brandi Pelham
Board President
Committees: Whole Student Development, Sustainability & Growth
Brandi Pelham is a graduate of Shiloh's class of 1997. She graduated with a BS in Information Systems from Taylor University and a Master's Degree in Public Administration from UND. She and her husband, Zachary, have four children enrolled at Shiloh.
Brandi explains her passion for our school, "Shiloh plays an important role in raising our children. We value the Christian foundation that our children receive in academics, fine arts and sports. The impact that teachers and coaches have on our children is immeasurable."
Her favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.
David Wonnenberg
Treasurer
Committees: Sustainability & Growth, Safe & Healthy Environment
David and his wife, Tovey, are both graduates of Shiloh's class of 1991. Their three oldest children - Spencer, Xander, and Elizabeth - graduated from Shiloh, and their youngest, Jack is currently at Shiloh.
Tovey and David both graduated from the University of Nebraska in 1997 and then returned home to Bismarck and started working in David's parents' convenience stores. Those stores, along with some acquisitions, turned into Red Carpet Carwash.
David explains, "We were blessed to grow that company over the years and it was sold recently. As I decide what is next up as far as my professional career, I decided to try and help our school in whatever way I can over the next couple of years until Jack graduates."
He goes on to share "Shiloh is special to me for many reasons. It's where I met my friends. It's where I met my family. It's a place where our kids grew and learned to be the people they are today. There are so many great things happening, and with any organization, there is always room to make improvements. So many great people working so hard to make things better for our kids and our community."
Philippians 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"
Logan Caldwell
Secretary
Logan and his wife, Annika have four children, three kids at Shiloh and one future Skyhawk. Logan serves as an elder at Hope City Church where Annika also helps lead the women's ministry program.
Logan is a licensed attorney and a graduate of the University of North Dakota School of Law. His practice includes energy and environmental law, and civil defense litigation.
Logan explains "There are many places in our community for children to get an education. Shiloh, however, prioritizes not only academic excellence, but grounding academics in the sound Truth that is the Word of God. I love that our children can openly pray, worship, and grow in their faith together."
Luke 10:2 And he said to them, The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.
Su-Lin Werner
Member
Committees: Learning & Academics, Sustainability & Growth
Su-Lin is married to John Werner. Her son, Samuel Tschider is a Shiloh graduate having attended Shiloh preschool - 12th grade, 16 years!
Su-Lin is a licensed CPA and graduate of the University of North Dakota. Her professional experience is in financial operations and management accounting and she has served in public accounting, banking and the energy sectors.
Su-Lin is currently co-owner and CFO of a propane distribution company in Montana. She feels fortunate to have served at Shiloh as a volunteer for 17 years, substitute teacher over the last 5 years, and now as a Board member.
Colossians 3:18-25 is one of her go-to verses as those verses provide instructions for Christian households and is also why Shiloh is so important to to her.
Colossians 3: 23 says Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters. She explains, "We have been truly blessed by being a part of the Shiloh family for more than 17 years. Shiloh has provided my child with academic excellence based on a Christian foundation. I pray Shiloh continues to be a community that impacts lives like it did ours."
Paige Fleck
Member
Paige Fleck is a graduate of Shiloh Christian School’s class of 2009. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Dickinson State University and currently works for Basin Electric Power Cooperative. Her husband, Cameron, also a 2009 Shiloh graduate, owns NewVision Security.
Their son, Asher, is a kindergartner at Shiloh and represents the third generation of their family to attend the school, following in the footsteps of her parents. Their daughter, Aunika, is two years old and will be a future Skyhawk.
Reflecting on her connection to Shiloh, Paige shares, “Ephesians chapter four speaks on growing in faith, and that is exactly what I received from Shiloh and what I want for my children.” Her favorite verse, Ephesians 4:15, says, “Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ.”
Heather Heringer
Member
Heather and her husband Joe have been Shiloh parents since 2008. They have 3 children Isaac (2022 grad), Eva (2024 grad) and Sophia (class of 2026).
Heather has worked at Shiloh in several different capacities over the years including Preschool
Teacher, Preschool Aide, Learning Center Aide, Distance Education Proctor, Substitute Teacher and Skyhawktion Coordinator and volunteer.
Heather completed her college education at Minnesota State Community and Technical College in Moorhead, MN with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Dental Hygiene. She currently works as the Professional Relations Director for Custom Endodontics.
Heather explains, "Shiloh has played an integral role in our family, helping us to lay a Biblical foundation for our
children."
One of Heather's favorite Bible verses is Psalm 19:14 - Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord my rock and my redeemer.
Marcus Dargis
Member
Marcus and his wife Carmen have been a part of the Shiloh community for over 11 years. With three children, they currently have a student in elementary, middle, and high school at Shiloh.
Always willing to step up and serve, Marcus has been a volunteering at school in a variety of roles over the years. Most recently, he helped restructure the PTO serving as vice-president on the newly formed PTO board.
"Over this time, I have met and become friends with some amazing people - both Shiloh parents and staff. I look forward to continuing to serve the school community on the board of directors." explains Marcus.
Marcus grew up in Alaska and that is where he met Carmen. They have been married for 20 years and in their free time you can find them camping and traveling as a family or you might find Marcus out hunting and fishing too.
Ephesians 2:8 - For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith - and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.
James 2:17 - In the same way, faith by itself, if is is not accompanied by action, is dead.
Mark C. Peterson
Member
Committees: Safe & Healthy Environment