Fine Arts Administration

Mr. Michael Martell serves as the Director of Fine Arts and Band Director at Calvary Christian High School.  He has engaged with Christian education both as a student and a teacher, and his passion for it stems from the profound impact it has had on his own life.  Mr. Martell has served at Calvary since the 2011-2012 school year.  Prior to his time at Calvary, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Music Education from Clearwater Christian College and in 2017 he earned his Master of Music in Music Education from the University of Florida.  He leads with a joyous heart and serves alongside our talented fine arts faculty, seeking to provide students with a college preparatory fine arts education rooted in a Christian worldview.

Ms. Bethany Finch serves as the Fine Arts Coordinator and Percussion Instructor at Calvary Christian High School.  She has served the band program since 2014 as percussion instructor before being brought on to fulfill the Fine Arts Coordinator role in 2023.  Prior to her full-time employment at CCHS, she served as a Band Director at another Christian school for eight years.  She has earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of South Florida in 2015 and her Master of Music in Music Education from the University of Florida in 2018.

Fine Arts Faculty

Mrs. Jessica Endrulat serves as our Digital Arts Teacher at CCHS.  She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting and Illustration from Olivet Nazarene University.  Born and raised in Chicago, Mrs. Endrulat has pioneered the digital art program since its inception in 2022, and her students' work has been recognized by the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. She is thankful for the opportunity to share her love for art and God's Truth in her classroom at CCHS. 

Mr. Stathis Linardos serves as our Assistant Director of Band, Choir, and Colorguard.  He discovered his passion for music in middle school, which grew as he joined his high school's marching band and praise team.  He has taught and performed in various roles throughout his career and is honored to serve in Christian ministry at Calvary.  He has been the Drill Writer and Visual Coordinator for the CCHS Warrior Marching Band since its inaugural season in 2011.  He has also toured nationally with Drum Corps International, performing with Teal Sound and teaching for Heat Wave of Florida and the Colts.  Mr. Linardos graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education.

Mr. Brandon Martell serves at CCHS as the Choral Director.  Mr. Martell is a well-rounded musician who is skilled in the arts of music performance, music composition, music arranging, and music pedagogy. He is a graduate of the Eastman School of Music with a Bachelor of Music in Music Education, a Bachelor of Music in Applied Music, and a Performer's Certificate.  Mr. Martell has performed professionally with The Dickens Carolers and The Florida Orchestra. A published composer with Excelcia Music Publishing, his works have been performed by high school and college ensembles, including those at the University of South Florida and the Eastman School of Music. He has held teaching positions at the Salvation Army, Eastman Community Music School, Clearwater Christian College, and Calvary Christian High School.

Ms. Gracie Pitt serves at CCHS as the Theatre Director.  She graduated from Liberty University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting. Throughout her time at Liberty, she received training in various types of acting techniques, performed in various shows, and directed two plays. In 2019, she received an Irene Ryan nomination from the Kennedy Center for performing a lead role in the play As It Is In Heaven.  Since returning to her alma mater, Ms. Pitt has received numerous nominations from the Straz Center for her work on our spring musicals, including “Outstanding Direction of a Musical” and “Outstanding Musical."  Ms. Pitt has a passion for sharing the Gospel through acting and sharing her love of theater with her students at CCHS.

Ms. Lauren Selvia serves at CCHS in both the Theatre and Choral programs in the role of Performing Arts Teacher.  She graduated from Auburn University with her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre.  She is passionate about sharing her love of music and acting with students at CCHS.  Before her time at CCHS, Ms. Selvia had worked professionally in the Tampa Bay area doing set design and college audition preparation.  She is excited to assist with Theatre classes, serve the Calvary Choir, and teach individual voice lessons.