Peter Teague

Dr. Peter and Paulette Teague are co-founders of Jessica & Friends Community, providing faith-based support and services to those with autism and intellectual disabilities through residential homes, day programs, home and community services, supported employment, and caregiver support. Peter served as president of Lancaster Bible College (1999-2020) and superintendent of Christian School of York (1979-1998). He holds a Doctor of Education (EdD), is author of From the Podium and Wisdom for the Walk, and has contributed to numerous publications. Paulette holds a Master of Arts (MA) in Education, is a certified learning disabilities therapist, and was founding coordinator of WINGS, a church outreach to the developmentally disabled and their families.

The Teague's are recipients of the Open Door Award, given annually for outstanding service to the disabilities community. Peter is also recipient of the 2020 Biblical Higher Education Award and 2021 ICON of the Year Award, awarded in recognition of four-plus decades of outstanding contribution to the fields of Christian education and leadership development. Currently residing in Lancaster, PA, Peter and Paulette speak and teach frequently in their fields across North America and internationally. They have four children and ten grandchildren.