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Our Faculty

Lance Dukes - Dean of Students

Kristin Aragon - Lower Primary Teacher

Kristin Aragon - Lower Primary Teacher

Lance Dukes, originally from Oxford, MS, has been happily married to his wife, Christina, for 16 years. Together, they have four wonderful children: Gavin (and his wife, Mariana), Haley, and Levi. 


Currently residing in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Lance and his family have embraced the community for nearly two years. He enjoys immersing himsel

Lance Dukes, originally from Oxford, MS, has been happily married to his wife, Christina, for 16 years. Together, they have four wonderful children: Gavin (and his wife, Mariana), Haley, and Levi. 


Currently residing in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, Lance and his family have embraced the community for nearly two years. He enjoys immersing himself in the local culture and opportunities the area has to offer. In his free time, he is passionate about weightlifting, following both college and professional football, cooking, and spending quality time with his family.


Lance is actively involved in his church, where he dedicates time to both attending and working to make a meaningful impact in the community. Known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his family, he takes pride in the positive influence he strives to have in both his personal and professional life.

Kristin Aragon - Lower Primary Teacher

Kristin Aragon - Lower Primary Teacher

Kristin Aragon - Lower Primary Teacher

Kristin Aragon was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is happily

married to her husband, Mathew, and together they have three incredible children

Levi, Jeremiah and Kathryn. She holds a CDA, a professional degree as a

certified dental assistant for the past 18 years. Her heart has alway been to teach and she does this passionate

Kristin Aragon was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She is happily

married to her husband, Mathew, and together they have three incredible children

Levi, Jeremiah and Kathryn. She holds a CDA, a professional degree as a

certified dental assistant for the past 18 years. Her heart has alway been to teach and she does this passionately. 


Most recently Kristin proudly, classically educates her three children

and has taught grades kindergarten through fifth grade. She strives to cultivate

critical thinkers and lifelong learners. As a believer in Christ, Kristin understands

the significance of bringing glory to God in all subjects. She strives to enthusiastically weave in God's truth from scripture and expound on how to apply a biblical filter to all things. She is honored to be a part of 

all that God is doing and is going to do at 

La Luz Christian Academy.

Angela Francis - Lower Primary Teacher

Angela Francis - Lower Primary Teacher

Angela Francis - Lower Primary Teacher

 Angela Francis holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater from the University of California, Irvine, and applies her enthusiasm and creativity as a dedicated PreK/Kindergarten teacher with six years of experience in Early Childhood Education. Passionate about child development and learning, she brings a friendly, outgoing, and adaptable 

 Angela Francis holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theater from the University of California, Irvine, and applies her enthusiasm and creativity as a dedicated PreK/Kindergarten teacher with six years of experience in Early Childhood Education. Passionate about child development and learning, she brings a friendly, outgoing, and adaptable approach to the classroom.


She recently earned an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education from Santa Monica College, further strengthening her expertise. Angela thrives in the PreK/Kindergarten environment, where she enjoys observing, listening, teaching, and encouraging young learners. She truly feels she has found her calling in early childhood education.


Outside of teaching, Angela enjoys working out, hiking with friends, volunteering at church, and cooking plant-based meals for her family and friends. Her specialty dishes include pasta with cauliflower Alfredo sauce and lentil shepherd’s pie. She is excited and honored to be part of the La Luz Christian Academy staff and looks forward to meeting students and their families.

Sarah Romero - Upper Primary Teacher

Angela Francis - Lower Primary Teacher

Angela Francis - Lower Primary Teacher

Sarah Romero holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Studies. She has always loved creative writing and describes herself as a lifelong learner. She is passionate about

equipping youth to think critically, develop their faith, and defend their beliefs. She has

been involved in teaching and caring for children and youth and supporting fam

Sarah Romero holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Studies. She has always loved creative writing and describes herself as a lifelong learner. She is passionate about

equipping youth to think critically, develop their faith, and defend their beliefs. She has

been involved in teaching and caring for children and youth and supporting families as a homeschool mom, tutor, Early Head Start Educator, and church volunteer over the past twenty years. Having minored in Communication, Mrs. Romero has a special love for writing, and expression which she hopes to share with students at La Luz Christian Academy.  She also loves nature, theology, and good coffee. Mrs. Romero attends Calvary Church in Albuquerque.

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