Building on Our Legacy,
Moving Forward in Faith
“For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.”
— 1 Corinthians 3:11
- Academic Leadership & School Operations
- School Culture & Student Life
- Curriculum & Programming
- Teacher & Professional Development
- Faculty & Staff Management
- Strategic & Operational Leadership
- Reports to School Board
Kevin Bradshaw
Head of School
Kevin Bradshaw is a Christian educator and school leader with more than 20 years of experience serving students, families, and school communities. His career began as a teacher and has included leadership roles as a Dean of Students, Principal, executive educational leader overseeing multiple schools, Vocational College President, and now Head of School at Redeemer School.
Kevin’s personal journey has shaped his passion for helping young people overcome challenges, discover their strengths, and reach their God-given potential. His experiences have strengthened his belief in faith, accountability, perseverance, resilience, and the power of second chances.
Kevin also brings a distinguished background as a former NCAA student-athlete, professional basketball player, and collegiate and professional coach. His experiences in athletics have reinforced the values that guide his leadership: discipline, teamwork, character, perseverance, and excellence.
“My hope is to honor Redeemer’s rich legacy while embracing the opportunities ahead. I hope to cultivate a Christ-centered culture of excellence where every student is known, challenged to grow, and equipped to discover and pursue their God-given purpose. Above all, I hope we graduate young people of deep faith, strong character, intellectual curiosity, and a heart for service, prepared not only to succeed in the world, but to make a meaningful difference in it.”
- Marketing & Advancement
- Community Partnerships
- Development (Annual Fund, RLEAF, Legacy Gifts)
- Chapel Oversight
- Business Operations
- Reports to Head of School
Betty Ann Hagenau
Executive Director
Betty Ann Hagenau is a faith-driven executive leader with more than two decades of experience guiding mission-centered organizations toward sustainability, growth, and community impact. Her career has included founding and serving as Executive Director of a respected national nonprofit, and she now brings that same strategic and values-based leadership to her role as Executive Director at Redeemer.
Betty Ann’s leadership is grounded in integrity, stewardship, and a deep respect for the dignity and potential of every student and educator, and she is committed to fostering environments where individuals feel supported, challenged, and called to contribute meaningfully to a shared mission.
Betty Ann also brings a distinguished background in strategic planning, board partnership, and public engagement, along with a deep commitment to Christian education and spiritual formation. Her experience across nonprofit leadership and community-building has reinforced the values that guide her work: dignity, service, justice, and a clear sense of calling.
“Redeemer School has 70 years of history and an incredible alumni network behind it. I’m excited to build on that foundation. My focus is on growing Redeemer’s presence in the community, strengthening relationships we have with churches and ministry partners, and above all, helping every young person grow in their ability to impact the world around them with their confidence, kindness, and faith.”
Redeemer’s Legacy & Commitment
Redeemer School celebrates its strong foundation and rich legacy. For 70 years, Redeemer has remained committed to growing students in character, intellect, and faith.
With Christ at the center, Redeemer will continue to strengthen academic excellence, invest in faculty and staff, support families, and cultivate a school culture where every student has the opportunity to belong and thrive.
The Redeemer Way
Means we: Love with Grace, Learn with Curiosity, Grow with Resilience, Serve with Compassion and Celebrate with JOY. These core values shape every facet of our community.
Students are acknowledged and celebrated for the various ways they embody these values in their everyday lives at our weekly Friday Chapels. With families always invited to attend, these services have become a special part of our community-building.
We are a community of families who grow, serve, and celebrate together with JOY.
Ranked one of the top TK-8 private schools on the Peninsula, and rooted in 70 years of Christian values, our culture creates a joyful and safe space for students to flourish.
History of Redeemer School
In the fall of 1956, groundbreaking began on the construction of an elementary school for Redeemer Lutheran Church. The founding pastor of the congregation, Reverend John Marozik, believed in creating a school that would be a “beacon of light” to the community of Redwood City, offering children from throughout the area an opportunity to receive a
Christian education.
In the spring of 1957, Mr. Gary Behrens, a new college graduate and his new bride, Rosemary, were called to open the doors and establish the school. Together with the parish leadership and members of the congregation they began the task of recruiting students by going door to door throughout the neighborhood.
Redeemer School opened its doors for the first time in August of 1957. They began with two classrooms and 53 students in first through eighth grades. Enrollment grew every year and by 1966, the school increased its teaching staff to five. An adjoining property was purchased in 1964 that eventually became home to the school office and its administrative
offices. In 1970, Redeemer added its first kindergarten class, expanding to kindergarten through grade eight format.
By the early 2000’s and with more than 175 students, we broke ground on our new, modern educational building. Today, our campus includes 10 classrooms on two floors, Transitional Kindergarten, two large play areas, a lunch courtyard, a modern multi- purpose hall complete with a large stage and our newest creative space, the “Thrive Center”. We added state-of-the-art technology infrastructure, launched a 1:1 iPad program, and installed interactive projectors in every classroom, enhancing the learning experience through interactive visual aids.
As we close in on our 70th anniversary, Redeemer School has graduated more than 1,100 students and looks forward to growing the hearts and minds of many, many students to come.
