News Summary
Lexington Christian Academy has appointed Jeff Jones as its new head of school, effective July 1, 2025. Jones, who currently heads Ascent Classical Academy in Colorado, has over two decades of educational leadership experience, including roles in Texas and Arizona. The Board Chair highlights Jones’s proven ability to foster positive school cultures, and he expresses enthusiasm for leading LCA while building on its legacy of academic excellence and spiritual formation.
Lexington, Kentucky – New Head of School Jeff Jones Appointed at Lexington Christian Academy Starting July 1, 2025
Lexington Christian Academy (LCA) has announced the appointment of Jeff Jones as its new head of school, effective July 1, 2025. He will succeed Dr. Scott Wells, who is retiring after years of service at the institution.
Currently, Jones serves as the headmaster of Ascent Classical Academy in Colorado. His experience in education spans over two decades, with significant leadership roles, including five years as headmaster of the School of Logic at the Geneva School of Boerne in Texas. Prior to his time in Texas, he held various leadership positions at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy in Tucson, Arizona for 15 years.
Jones holds a master’s degree in education with honors from Northern Arizona University and has a bachelor’s degree in speech communication studies from East Stroudsburg University. He has diversified his educational background through additional coursework in English, literature, Latin, and the classics. Furthermore, before shifting his focus to Christian education, Jones worked in the banking and finance sector.
Community Feedback on Appointment
The decision to appoint Jones reflects the anticipation of a progressive new chapter for LCA. The Board Chair, Brett Setzer, commended Jones for his proven capacity to foster Christ-honoring school cultures and for his ability to engage effectively with students and families. Setzer remarked on Jones’s commitment to building meaningful educational experiences within the LCA community.
In a statement regarding his new role, Jones expressed a sense of honor and appreciation for the opportunity to lead such a prestigious institution, recognizing its legacy of academic excellence and spiritual formation. He conveyed his enthusiasm to work collaboratively with the existing team to enhance the school’s established foundation.
Background on Lexington Christian Academy
Lexington Christian Academy, located in Lexington, Kentucky, is a private, non-denominational Christian school. It is known for its commitment to providing quality education alongside strong spiritual development. As LCA looks to the future, the appointment of Jones is seen as a strategic move to continue the tradition of excellence under new leadership.
Jones’s Personal Background
Originally from the Midwest, Jeff Jones brings a wealth of experience in both Christian and classical education. He and his wife, Autumn, who is also an educator specializing in fine arts and theatre, will be joining the LCA community along with their two children, Mason and Piper. Jones’s family background and educational philosophy are anticipated to enrich the academic environment at LCA.
The announcement about Jones’s appointment was made on June 16, 2025, at 9:00 AM, marking an important milestone in the ongoing development of Lexington Christian Academy.
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