Concordia Lutheran School exists for the purpose of "Bringing Christ and academic excellence to our students for life and forever." 2005 marked the 35th anniversary of this mission. I have had the privilege of being part of the ministry at Concordia since 1986, coming as a graduate of Concordia, Mequon to teach second grade.

My interest in pursuing a career in the teaching ministry was encouraged and developed by outstanding educators I encountered in my experience in a Lutheran elementary school. Later, a desire to pursue administrative coursework was furthered by family, friends, colleagues, and the work of the Holy Spirit. In 2002, I completed the School Leadership Development Project, receiving certification for principalship in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. In 2004, I accepted the position of principal and part-time third grade teacher.

I have the privilege of working with a very talented, caring group of servants who are committed to bringing students into a closer relationship with their Lord and each other. At Concordia, the students, teachers, and parents alike work together as a team, both in and out of the classroom. The sense of family and dedicated service that I have found, and which anchors me at Concordia, is one that encourages a love for learning and life-long service. It is my prayer that just as my life was touched by educators committed to preparing God's people, that I, too, along with the staff at Concordia might inspire our students to service in His kingdom.

Teacher Information: Concordia Lutheran School extended a call to me to become the second grade teacher in 1986, as a graduate of Concordia University Wisconsin. The Lord led me there and Concordia has been my home ever since. The majority of my 23 years here have been spent teaching second grade, but I have also enjoyed teaching third grade, fourth grade, and third and fourth grades combined. Although accepting administrative responsibilities has reduced my teaching time (my first love!), I am delighted to be currently team teaching with Mrs. Eberhardt in the third grade. Our day to day classroom activities are enriched through this team effort along with principles and ideas developed in continuing education, such as Math Their Way, Hands-On Science, amongst others.

I have three children, Brenden (Concordia Lutheran School graduate-Class of 2003), Kellen (Concordia Lutheran School graduate-Class of 2007) and Shaylyn (Concordia Lutheran School graduate-Class of 2009) . Seeing their faith and friendships grow at Concordia has been one of life's greatest pleasures. Watching them continue to grow through a variety of extra-curricular activities keeps me active and brings me much joy, as well. I also enjoy bicycling, dancing and bargain hunting!