The Administration also believes in having a direct impact on students’ lives as they encourage students through counseling, coaching sports, leading student clubs, or participating in presentations to our student body.

Our Senior Administration Staff

Click link to read profile: CHARLES "CHET" CRANE, Head of School With over 25 years of experience in Christian school education administration, Mr. Crane serves as Head of School at Maranatha High School. He received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Mathematics from the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, followed by a Masters Degree in Biblical and Theological Studies from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California, and has continued professional development through other regional graduate programs and seminars. Mr. Crane has been a seminar speaker at educational conferences, has consulted for private schools and has served on a number of accreditation teams. DWAYNE CANTRELL, Dean of Guidance Having worked in college admissions prior to coming to Maranatha, Mr. Cantrell serves as the school’s Dean of Guidance. Mr. Cantrell received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from San Jose State University. He earned a Masters in Education from San Jose State, followed by a Masters in Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary. Prior to arriving at Maranatha High School, Mr. Cantrell served as the Regional Program Coordinator in the Early Academic Outreach Program at the University of California, Los Angeles. Additionally, he served for six years at the University of California, Santa Cruz, as a Regional Coordinator in Admissions. Mr. Cantrell arrived at Maranatha in 2004. BRIAN DEHAAN, Athletic Director With close to a decade of coaching experience, Brian DeHaan currently serves as Maranatha's Athletic Director, overseeing a record 17 athletic teams and programs on and off campus. Mr. DeHaan graduated from Azusa Pacific University (APU) in 2000 with a degree in Psychology, and he received a Master's in Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary in 2005. With collegiate level playing experience at APU and high school level coaching familiarity, Mr. DeHaan brings firsthand knowledge and expertise to our competitive athletic programs. At Maranatha, Mr. DeHaan has also taught Mathematics and served as the Head Baseball Coach (2006-07), leading the team to a league championship. DAVID HARRIS, Director of Facilities and Events David Harris grew up in Pasadena and graduated Pasadena City College. After serving in the army, he worked for many years and retired as a Captain in the Pasadena Police Department. For 8 years prior to coming to Maranatha, David served at the Vice President of Operations at DPS Software Systems, Inc. in Pasadena/Arcadia. David has served as the Vice President of Maranatha High School’s Board of Directors from 1997-2003 and has come back to us in his current position as Director of Facilities and Event Planning. Dave has seen three of his children graduate from Maranatha High School. MATT NORTHROP, Dean of Students Having worked at Maranatha High School for nine years, Mr. Northrop currently serves as the Dean of Students. He graduated from Azusa Pacific University in 1998 with a Bachelor’s in Social Science and a minor in Christian Ministries and is currently attending Cal State Northridge to receive his Master’s in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. He started on faculty and has taught English Composition, World History, Honors World History and AP United States History as well as co-leading ASB for several years. Mr. Northrop has also coached football for several years at both the JV and Varsity levels, and has served as the co-head coach for track and field team. Before starting as our Dean of Students, Mr. Northrop has served as the school’s Director of Student Ministries supervising our chapels, outreach, Bible Studies, and Nights of Worship. PATRICIA OSTILLER, Director of Development JOHN ROUSE, Dean of Admissions Mr. Rouse currently serves as the school’s Dean of Admissions. He received a Bachelor of Arts in History from California State University, Los Angeles, followed by a Masters Degree in Education/School Administration from Azusa Pacific University. While at Maranatha, Mr. Rouse has served in numerous capacities, including Vice Principal of Student Affairs, Vice Principal of 9th and 12th Grades, Principal, Academic Dean, Athletic Administrator, Social Science Department Head and Teacher. In addition to his current duties as Dean of Admissions, Mr. Rouse is also the school’s Head Cross Country Coach. Mr. Rouse began his service at Maranatha in 1981. VONNIE SAVAGE, Dean of Instruction and Academics With 20 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in both public and private schools, Ms. Savage serves as Maranatha’s Dean of Instruction and Academics. Ms. Savage earned a Bachelor of Arts in English and Literature from Point Loma Nazarene University. Ms. Savage taught English and Drama at Lone Pine High School in Lone Pine, California and also served as the English Department Chairperson. She was also employed at Vista Christian School in Vista, California, where she served as Vice Principal of Academics and Student Discipline, in addition to serving on the faculty. Prior to assuming her current duties at Maranatha as Dean of Instruction and Academics, Ms. Savage has taught English, and has served as the English Department Chairperson at Maranatha. She has served Maranatha since 2000.

Administration Support Staff

Lori Diamond, Head of School Administrative Assistant (626) 817-4011

Ivy Cabezas-Jones, Student Center Front Office (626) 817-4000

Cece Forrester, Academic Center Front Office and Attendance (626) 817-4000 Ext. 1000