Barry Shealy

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SPH Director of Learning

My name is Barry Shealy and I have just joined SPH in July 2021. I am originally from South Carolina in the United States and am coming to Indonesia from Georgia. My 38 years in education include 28 years teaching in and administering college-preparatory Christian schools. Curriculum development and teacher education are passions for me. While I love every subject area, I have been blessed to teach mathematics throughout my career.

SPH’s challenging holistic education that allows students to pursue their unique, God-given gifts and interests is very attractive to me. I love seeing students develop to their greatest potential and prepare for their God-given calling to be redemptive influencers in the world.

Educational Background:

Bachelor of Science – Furman University, USA
Master of Science – Texas Texas A&M University, USA
Master of Education – Reformed Theological Seminary, USA
Doctor of Philosophy – University of Georgia, USA

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TIMOTHY HEADING

Head of School at SPH Pluit Village

I’m Tim Heading and I have been at SPH for 3 of my almost 30 years in education. I am originally from the beautiful city of Adelaide in South Australia. Over my 14 years in international education, I have learned to enjoy the unique situation of living in such a close and supportive Christian community. I was initially drawn to SPH by the opportunity to be involved in the exciting vision of educating this next generation of Indonesians for Christ. My hope for our amazing students is that they will seek to enthusiastically impact their world as Christians.

Educational Background:

Bachelor of Education – Flinders University, Australia
Master of Education in Leadership and Management – Flinders University, Australia

MARK THIESSEN

Head of School at SPH Kemang Village

My name is Mark Thiessen and I’m currently the Head of School at the Kemang Village campus of SPH. I have been working in education for more than 15 years, many of them serving in various leadership roles within Christian international schools. I was drawn immediately to the mission and vision of SPH and the tangible way it embodies these statements by supporting redemptive Christian education throughout Indonesia. For me, this pursuit of mission has continued to be a driving force behind my service and desire for Kemang Village to grow in excellence. I constantly hope that each of our students would recognize God’s grace in their lives.

Educational Background:

Master of Education in Administration and Leadership Education – Brock University, Ontario, Canada
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences – Brock University, Ontario, Canada
Bachelor of Education – Brock University Ontario, Canada

HELEN SCHLEPER

Head of School at SPH Lippo Cikarang

I’m Helen Schleper and I am from San Jose, California. I have had the joy of spending 19 years in education and I am grateful for the opportunity to spend the past three years at SPH Lippo Cikarang. My family and I were drawn to SPH because of its mission and vision. It is a privilege to serve at a Christian school in Indonesia that proclaims that Christ redemptively restores all things for His glory. My sincere hope for students is that they will know that they are greatly loved by God as they continue to grow in true knowledge, faith in Christ, and Godly character.

Educational Background:

Master of Education in Educational Leadership – Regent University, USA
Bachelor of Arts in Geography – University of California at Santa Barbara, USA
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential in California, USA.

MATTHEW MANN

SPH Executive Director

My name is Matthew Mann and I have fifteen years of experience as a Head of School and now serve as the Executive Director of Sekolah Pelita Harapan. My task is to strengthen, unite, and grow the group of five schools. At various points in my career, I have taught French and English in Kindy, Primary, Middle School, and Senior School. My vision is for SPH to raise up new generations of leaders equipped and inspired to bless their nation and the world. I believe passionately in schools as communities, places where children are loved and know that they belong, where they are challenged by their academics and enriched by their experiences.

Educational Background:

Master of Education – Covenant College, USA
Bachelor of Education – University of Ottawa, Canada

STEPHANIE RIADY

YPPH Executive Director

My journey with the Yayasan started as early as a five-year-old, entering the doors of SPH Lippo Village’s Kindy Pod as a K2 student back in the early 90s. I consider myself privileged to engage with the Yayasan as a former student, alumni, leader, and now SPH LV mom. I started as a K2 student in SPH LV back in 1993 when the school first opened its doors. I recall my first day of school in SPH when the roads were not yet fully paved. I truly believe in SPH’s holistic Christian education because I was transformed by it myself. I hope that SPH students will be deeply transformed from the inside out – a heart that loves the Lord, a mind that has a genuine thirst for learning, and hands and feet that God uses to bless other people.

Educational Background:

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy – Wheaton College
Master of Education in Educational Philosophy – Columbia University
Doctor of Education (cand.) in Educational Leadership – University of Southern California