Board & Staff



And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

— Romans 12:2

Fortuna Junior Academy is operated by the Fortuna Seventh-day Adventist Church and governed by a highly-qualified and prayerfully-selected board and staff. Our teachers are certified by the State of California and undergo a rigorous Scripture-based course of study to prepare them for their important role. We are supported by the Northern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists Department of Education in the form of superintendents, curriculum guidelines, periodic evaluations, and financial assistance to keep our costs low. We also rely heavily on volunteer resources and donations; if you would like to join our efforts (thank you!) we invite you to apply.

It is our sincere desire to be so filled with God's Holy Spirit that we are a blessing to any life we touch. Please pray for us as we work to be an influence for good in our community.

Not pictured on this page: Al Gladden (Board), Wayne Gungl (Small School Superintendent, Board), and Michael Norton (Maintenance).

Much thanks to our hard-working Board, Staff, and Volunteers!

FJA Staff

Jamie Burzo

Celia Higgins

Principal/Teacher
Kimberly Unruh

Kimberly Unruh

Teacher's Aide
Pastor Dan Freedman

Valerie Wikander

Administrative Assistant
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Lane Thomsen

Woodshop, Grounds/Maint.
Jim Baumgartner

Jasmine Greer-Unruh

Custodian
Pastor Dan Freedman

Pastor Dan Freedman

Worship Leader
Tim Whitchurch

Tim Whitchurch

Home and School Leader
Amy Norton

Amy Norton

Treasurer
Emily Mazzone

Emily Mazzone

Agriculture