Board of Directors

“The task of the modern educator is not to cut down jungles, but to irrigate deserts.”​

C.S. LEWIS

Andrea Hogue

Andrea “Dree” Hogue is wife to Chris, and mom to Ashton, Noelle, and James. Chris and Dree started their life together in Tulsa, OK, and boomeranged back to Tulsa after a few years of adventures in church planting and ministry in Pennsylvania and Ohio. Although her focus has always been primarily around her own household, she has been given professional opportunities that include founding a local classical homeschool academic program, fundraising for a private Christian school, grant writing, researching and editing for book projects, serving on staff at her local church, and now working for a non-profit. She believes that healthy families are a powerful force of change for our communities and enjoys opportunities to cheer them on toward health and wholeness.

 

Andrea’s first three-year term ended 6/30/2024, and she started her second three-year term on 7/1/2024. It extends through 6/30/2027.

Brent Burchard

Brent received his undergraduate degree from Texas A&M University and his DDS from Baylor College of Dentistry before completing a residency in Periodontics at the University of Missouri–Kansas City. He and Ellen moved to Tulsa in 1990, where he practiced periodontics and dental implants for 35 years. Throughout his career, he has had a passion for teaching and lifelong learning. He taught for several years in the Dental Hygiene program at Tulsa Community College and currently teaches undergraduate dental students and periodontal residents at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry, Schusterman Campus. He also founded the Tulsa Study Club, which for 28 years has brought nationally recognized lecturers to Tulsa for advanced education and collaborative learning among local dentists.  
 
He is married to Ellen, and they have raised four sons and have started careers of their own. With an empty nest, they are active in their church and enjoy traveling the world! Brent is a strong advocate for classical education, having seen its value firsthand as all four of his sons were educated in a classical school. He is active in his church and passionate about lifelong learning and making classical education available to future generations.
 

Brent’s first three-year term started 5/1/2026. It extends through  4/30/2029.

Elizabeth Glisson, Secretary

Elizabeth and her husband, Christopher, moved to Tulsa from Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2024 to live closer to family. Elizabeth has a Bachelor of Science from Hillsdale College and a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies from Wayne State University. Her greatest calling and joy has been raising her two college-age children. Professionally, she most recently worked in outpatient neurology. She remains active in her alma mater as class ambassador and parent of a current student. She is a strong supporter of excellence in classical education, and she looks forward to enriching the mission and community of Tulsa Classical Academy.

 

Elizabeth’s first three-year term started 1/1/2026. It extends through 12/31/2028.

Molly Mooberry

Molly and her husband, Philip, both grew up in Tulsa. She graduated from Jenks High School and then received a Bachelor of Science from Oklahoma State University. Molly worked in pharmaceutical sales for 8 years before pursuing her greatest joy—raising a family. Classical education has been foundational in the lives of their four children, and as a result, her interest and passion for classical education have grown. She also enjoys opportunities in leadership and volunteering in the school setting, in women’s ministry, and through civic engagement.

 

Molly’s first three-year term ended 6/30/2024, and she started her second three-year term on 7/1/2024. It extends through 6/30/2027.

Rebekah Hall

Rebekah grew up in Arkansas and attended the University of Tulsa, where she studied Exercise & Sports Science, played on the women’s soccer team, was active in the Chi Omega sorority, and met her future husband, Rob. After graduation, they were married and served together on the staff of a collegiate ministry at TU for six years. Rebekah has now lived in Tulsa for almost twenty years and owns a children’s consignment sale serving thousands of families in the community with a high-quality experience to buy and sell their children’s items. Rebekah and Rob both highly value education that aligns with traditional values, which led them to become a Founding Family with Tulsa Classical Academy during its opening school year. Rebekah and Rob have three young children, and they are actively involved in their church.

Tyler Gray, President

Tyler is the Managing Director of SageOak Financial, LLC, a Tulsa-based wealth management firm. His formal education includes a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education/Sports Management from Indiana University (Indianapolis), an MBA from Oklahoma State University, and various professional certifications/designations. He and his wife, Laura, have five children and are very active in their local church, where Tyler also serves as an ordained elder. He and his family are passionate about seeing tuition-free classical education grow and expand in Tulsa and beyond!

 

Tyler’s first three-year term started 7/01/2024. It extends through 6/30/2027. His term as president started on 7/1/2026.

Vane Lucas

Vane is retired, but his work life included stints as a mechanical engineer, a strategy consultant, a retail banking executive, and 13 years as a leading franchisee of Mathnasium, which provides supplemental math education. His formal education includes a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Princeton and an MBA from Wharton (Penn). He and his wife, Ginger, have one grown son and are active in their local church. Vane is very passionate about classical education and the important benefits it provides.

 

Vane’s first three-year term started 7/01/2026. It extends through 6/30/2029.

Nominations for an additional member of the board of directors is open now until March 17th. Please send your nominations to board@tulsaclassical.org and provide their name, phone number, email and why you believe them to be a qualified nominee.

Classically Formed Foundation

The Classically Formed Foundation is a Type I supporting organization dedicated to supporting Tulsa Classical Academy. Visit classicallyformed.org for more information.