Our Board
Meet Our Board
Michele Ricketts
Chairman of the board
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems Technology from Coastal Carolina University, and I have worked in the Information Technology field for my entire career. My husband and I decided to call Texas home in 2014, and we have been a part of the DSCA family since the fall of 2019. My husband serves in the United States Navy Reserves and I am currently an area lead for enterprise accounts at a high tech company. Being a military family and a full time working mom presents its challenges, but we have been able to navigate this by the grace of God and with the help from the amazing people at DSCA.
I believe that the Christian values that are held and practiced at DSCA serve an important role in today’s world and are a positive voice for our community and families. I feel blessed to have found DSCA, and I am honored to have the opportunity to serve on the board.
Will Noble
Secretary of the Board
Dena Noble
Secretary of the Board
Keith Castello
Head of School
Keith J. Castello was born in Abilene, Texas in 1972 and grew up in various parts of Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. He was raised in a Christian household and was instilled with strong values of faith and service from an early age.
Keith earned his Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of North Texas, studied Theology at Dallas Theological Seminary, and later obtained a Master’s degree in Humanities from the University of Dallas. He studied Educational Leadership at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and will soon complete a Ph.D. in the same from Liberty University.
With a passion for education and leadership, Keith has dedicated his career to making a positive impact on the lives of students and educators. He has held various roles in the education sector, including teaching, administration, and policy development. Keith served fifteen years as Headmaster of Covenant Christian Academy in Colleyville, Texas and has served as an Interim Head of School at Grace Classical Christian Academy in Granbury, Texas, and Mt. Bethel Christian Academy in Marietta, Georgia. He is currently the Interim Head of School at Dripping Springs Christian Academy in Dripping Springs, Texas.
In his free time, Keith enjoys making music, coaching, reading, traveling, and activities with his family. He is also actively involved in his local church community, where he volunteers his time and resources to help those in need.
Through his education, career, and personal pursuits, Keith J. Castello has demonstrated a commitment to excellence, service, and lifelong learning.
Catharine Layton
Treasurer
Chairman of the board
Michele Ricketts
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Systems Technology from Coastal Carolina University, and I have worked in the Information Technology field for my entire career. My husband and I decided to call Texas home in 2014, and we have been a part of the DSCA family since the fall of 2019. My husband serves in the United States Navy Reserves and I am currently an area lead for enterprise accounts at a high tech company. Being a military family and a full time working mom presents its challenges, but we have been able to navigate this by the grace of God and with the help from the amazing people at DSCA.
I believe that the Christian values that are held and practiced at DSCA serve an important role in today’s world and are a positive voice for our community and families. I feel blessed to have found DSCA, and I am honored to have the opportunity to serve on the board.
Head of School
Keith Castello
Keith J. Castello was born in Abilene, Texas in 1972 and grew up in various parts of Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. He was raised in a Christian household and was instilled with strong values of faith and service from an early age.
Keith earned his Bachelor’s degree in English Literature from the University of North Texas, studied Theology at Dallas Theological Seminary, and later obtained a Master’s degree in Humanities from the University of Dallas. He studied Educational Leadership at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and will soon complete a Ph.D. in the same from Liberty University.
With a passion for education and leadership, Keith has dedicated his career to making a positive impact on the lives of students and educators. He has held various roles in the education sector, including teaching, administration, and policy development. Keith served fifteen years as Headmaster of Covenant Christian Academy in Colleyville, Texas and has served as an Interim Head of School at Grace Classical Christian Academy in Granbury, Texas, and Mt. Bethel Christian Academy in Marietta, Georgia. He is currently the Interim Head of School at Dripping Springs Christian Academy in Dripping Springs, Texas.
In his free time, Keith enjoys making music, coaching, reading, traveling, and activities with his family. He is also actively involved in his local church community, where he volunteers his time and resources to help those in need.
Through his education, career, and personal pursuits, Keith J. Castello has demonstrated a commitment to excellence, service, and lifelong learning.
Contact the board.
ADDRESS
Dripping Springs Christian Academy
800 W Hwy 290, Bldg C, Ste 100
Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Phone (512) 858-9738