Dr. and Mrs. Morton have two married daughters and three granddaughters. In addition to the United States, they have lived in Egypt, Sudan, Kenya, and Israel/Palestine. Dr. Morton’s educational experience includes serving as the academic dean at Nile Valley Academy, a P-8 international school that was in Khartoum, Sudan. He also delivered professional development for teams and educators everywhere they’ve lived, plus other countries such as the Comoros Islands, Zanzibar, and Mauritania. He was a member of the school board for the Jerusalem School in Bethlehem.

Dr. Morton has two bachelor’s degrees: Music/Bible from Central Bible College and Music Education from Missouri State University. He has a Master of Education in Curriculum Development from Nelson University and a Doctorate in Learning and Teaching in Social Contexts from the University at Buffalo (SUNY).

Dr. Morton has a passion for facilitating learning, growth, and development. He is a conscientious blend of insightful futurist, cognitive analyst, and creative synthesist who consistently produces. He loves Jesus and has committed his whole life to following wherever He may lead. He is honored to serve the TCKIA students and families as well as partner with the amazing administration, teachers, and staff.

Dr. Stafford serves as a Dissertation Chair & Online Full Professor in Instructional Design and Technology at St. Thomas University. He also serves as a Dissertation Chair for Abilene Christian University and as an Adjunct Professor at OKWU and the University of Arizona, Global Campus. He holds a Doctorate in Instructional Design for Online Learning and a Bachelor of Arts in Theology. Dr. Stafford is a recognized expert in the area of instructional design in online learning and has over 20 years of experience in educational leadership and curricula/course development.

Mrs. Stafford presently serves as a Client Service Manager for RU Institute. She works with Educational clients, helping to manage administrative projects that include admissions, enrollment, records, transcript audits, online curriculum management and support, and distance educational policy and procedure. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministries. Having been hired by both schools and nonprofit organizations, Victoria has over 25 years of experience in Office Management and Event Coordination. She also holds a Master of Science in Mental Health and Wellness.