The Westgate Christian Academy story began in January of 2005. A group of parents, responding to their perceived need for additional opportunities for Christian education in the St. Charles County area, started meeting to explore the feasibility of such a venture. On February 14, 2005, they became incorporated, and in April, a donation of 10.4 acres of ground was received. This land provided the collateral to allow us to start operation in three rented facilities.

Many hours of prayer, meetings and work goes into maintaining the current level of stability and promise WCA now enjoys. All those who benefit from the educational program WCA provides can thank a group of Board members who have been tireless in their efforts. It has been their passion to see children grow in the knowledge of God’s Word, as well as receive a top quality academic education, that keeps them motivated to persevere. The group of people who give their hearts and time to Westgate are as follows:

Mr. Harley Marshall - President
Harley is the father of seven children, and the business administrator for Chapel of the Lake Community Church in Lake St. Louis. Harley served as a teacher and administrator for 30 years, and brings this expertise to Board decisions.

Dr. Julie Turner - Secretary
Julie is the mother of three children attending Westgate. Julie is both an educator and educational administrator with a special interest in parent/school involvement opportunities. She especially looks forward to creating ways for Westgate parents to truly be involved in their children’s education. She has also spent several years employed as a grant writer and fund raiser in the St. Louis area and will bring this expertise to WCA efforts.

Mr. Troy Haeggberg - Treasurer
Troy is married to Wendee and they have two children, one of which attends Westgate. Troy has 15 years of experience in the commercial finance industry and he currently serves as Tactical Marketing Leader. Prior to his current role, Troy held leadership positions in risk management, quality, and commercial excellence. He also served as a combat engineer in the US Army Reserves actively for six years and inactively for two years.

Mr. Randy Boettler - Member
Randy has a long history in construction in the St. Charles County area. He also has a passion for Christian education, and has guided a number of schools as they grew from small start-ups to existing in their permanent locations. His advice and guidance as we have sought acceptable rental space and loans has been invaluable.

Mrs. Melanie Bishop - Member
Melanie is the mother of two children who attend Westgate. Melanie was a former teacher in the Fort Zumwalt School District. She is currently teaching in the School of Education at Lindenwood University. She has a passion for inspiring educators to motivate students to their fullest potential.

Mr. Anthony Osborne - Member
Anthony Osborne has been employed for 20 years for St Louis based Monsanto. He has held various positions in sales and marketing in North America. He is currently focused on the global expansion of Monsanto’s corn business. Anthony and his wife Cherie have three children that attend Westgate and are committed to the mission of Excellence in Christian Education in St Charles County.

Mr. Jeremy Malensky - Board Advisor
Jeremy Malensky served five years as a US Marine.  Following that service, as a part of Dutchman Realty, Jeremy Malensky focused on development, investment, and expanding the vision for the communities Dutchman serves.  As a real estate developer and investor, Jeremy has been involved in land transactions and developments in St. Charles County for the past ten years. He is known as a sales and development professional in the metro St. Louis area.  In addition to his desire to see St. Charles County be developed in an excellent way - he also has a passion to give back to the community, specifically helping a private Christian school - namely Westgate - move to ever higher levels of excellence in academics, faith and student character development.