I am a baseball fan and music enthusiast. I worked in the public school system for six years, teaching both fourth and second grades. Mrs. Ellenberger graduated from Dr. Martin Luther College in 1994 with a Bachelors degree in Education. We have three beautiful children. WebContact: speckhard@stpeternorthjudson.org. Greg Hintz Associate Pastor for Discipleship & Outreach GHintz@stpeterlcms.org View Website Stephen Zielke Principal szielke@stpeterlcms.org View Website Name: Title: Location: All Locations Search MB Mrs. Mary Bahn Director of in Fine Arts and K-12 Art Education degree from Indiana University. In first grade the subject areas that I teach are: Jesus time, reading, phonics, writing skills, spelling, handwriting, math, science, and social studies. As a teacher, I want to inspire my students to be lifelong learners. Schedule. All of the St. Peter teachers desire to help our students develop a robust Christian Worldview. Mrs. Melissa Burns- Principal and Primary School Teacher. I grew up outside Lansing, Michigan, as part of a large family. Contact Us. I look forward to building deep relationships with my students and helping them lead a full life in Christ. in Business Management from Bethel University, an M.B.A. from Loyola, and an M.Ed. Megan Breithaupt - Church & School Secretarychurch@stpeterslutheranchurch.net. I then received my degree from Southern Illinois University. WebStaff St. Peter Lutheran School About Us Programs Forms Contact Church Childcare Staff The perfect team teachers and support staff. It is a blessing to work with children where I share the love of Jesus every day! They are great role models. Graduated from Edwardsville High School and worked as a secretary for Skelgas, Affiliated Metals, and RP Lumber. Click HERE to Register Registration is $75 per person. Most importantly, the students learn about their Savior, Jesus Christ, and the Biblical truths that provide a firm foundation of faith. I love my backyard flower gardens, traveling, reading, and coffee! I was the first in my family to earn a masters degree, and I teach to inspire lifelong learners. I was born in Minnesota, where we moved several times, then moved to Indiana, then to Chicago. I graduated magna cum laude with Departmental Honors in the Voice & Opera Program in 2000. I also wanted to share Jesus' love for me with other children in the same way my Sunday school teachers did for me. Im super thrilled to be teaching 1st grade here at St. Peter. I worked for Chicago Public Schools for ten years before coming to St. Peter on a leap of faith. I will also be teaching 6th & 7th-grade health. My husband Scott and I reside in Arlington Heights, where we raised our three grown sons, Michael, Chris, and Ben, who are also graduates of St. Peter School. I am so proud to be a part of this school that has served our community for 172 years! Pastor Speckhard graduated from Valparaiso University with a Bachelors Degree in Classics (Greek and Latin culture/literature) in 2011, and earned his M.Div at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana, graduating in 2015. In 2011, we relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada, with our miniature Yorkie (who is now 16!) I love playing and creating art with students, even though I am not an artist. School; About Our School; Our Staff; Prospective Students; Parent She teaches Sunday School, is a member of the Ladies Aid, Choir, and is the Church Financial Secretary. What is a 504 Plan. Phone: (920) 739 - 2009. My children are also very close to the ones they graduated with as well. Helen Brooks. We have two children who have also graduated from St. Peter. WebWelcome to St. Peter's Lutheran School. I have been a teacher at St Peter since 2018, with a little hiatus during Covid. Middle School. I grew up in South Bend, Indiana, and am a big Notre Dame fan. I still perform in occasional oratorio concerts throughout Chicagoland. I graduated from Western Michigan University in 2003 with a B.S. WebSay hello to the staff and faculty at St. Peter's Lutheran Church and School! My interests include cooking/baking, logic puzzles, listening to music/books, photography, and Zoom family bingo nights! I grew up in a western suburb-Hinsdale, but work brought me north and my husband grew up in Arlington Heights, so we landed here to raise our family. Hello! In my free time, I enjoy running, drinking coffee, and spending too much time studying the weather. I love sports and competition. WebFaculty and Staff St. Peter's Ev. WebA number of devoted, skilled staff members provide daily support to the mission and ministry of Saint Peters Church. As a life-long member of St. Peter Lutheran Church and a graduate of St Peter School, I have been involved in children and youth ministries (as a layperson) teaching Sunday School, Bible Studies, and leading and chaperoning youth events. I am a mama of a sassy little girl who has taught me how to love deeply and fiercely and never give up on my dreams. I graduated from Roosevelt University with a degree in secondary education and history. Larysa Transit - 1st Gradeltransit@stpeterslutheranchurch.net. I have previously taught Kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade at St. Peters. From my doctoral thesis I published a book in 2019 on preparing Christ-centered expository sermons "The Expository Diamond" which is available on Amazon, and I currently have a second book waiting for a publisher on Martin Luther's own journey toward expository preaching. School. I grew up in Southeastern Wisconsin and moved to Arlington Heights in 2008. I pray that God allows me to witness his love to students and family. I would love nothing more than to model this to my students. I still have many close friends from my own St. Peter class. GIVE VISIT Inquire. I love the look of pure amazement when they accomplish something they never thought they could do! Lutheran Church - Eastpointe. I would love to talk to you more about the excellent educational opportunities we offer! I began working at St. Peter in 2022. Fax: (920) 739-3615 I worked in the Extended Care/Summer Camp programs during college and have been a teacher here for 15 years. My degree is in teaching, along with an elementary certificate from Concordia University (Chicago). The 21-22 school year will be my first year at St. Peter. I am a teacher of little loves. Prospect with my husband. I also earned a M.A.R. I taught for 10 years before having children and was at Grayslake North High School. Jerry Hays Senior Pastor Jerry.Hays@stpeterlcms.org View Website Rev. I love the St. Peter community of students and parents. My sister teaches here with me and my mother was also a teacher here for 15 years. I am the middle, middle, middle child: the 4th out of 7 children for my parents (plus another half brother and half sister)! Before coming to St. Peter Lutheran School in 2008, Mr. Huebner served 11 years as principal of St. Paul's Lutheran School in Fort Atkinson, WI. After 12 years, I was nudged to follow my heart and serve as a teacher. WebStaff St. Peter Lutheran School About Us Programs Forms Contact Church Childcare Staff The perfect team teachers and support staff. I love to set the bar high for my students and watch for that "light bulb" moment when everything clicks. Click HERE to Register Registration is $75 per person. It's a safe place to be, for sure! God has truly blessed me with the opportunity to share my love for Him with my students at St. Peter. This devotion brings many rich opportunities to the students of our school. I went on to pursue my teaching degree at Winona State University in Minnesota and graduated in 2000. Rachel Andrzejewski - 3rd/4th graderandrzejewski@stpeterslutheranchurch.net. In 5th and 6th grade students begin their formal Confirmation instruction with Bible History taught by Pastor Garber. FACTS Tuition Program. Teaching math is also a passion of mine, and I'm SO excited to be a part of this AWESOME Middle School Team. My family and I currently live in Lombard and have been members of St. Johns Lutheran Church for over ten years. I stayed in Chicago while my family continued to move to Florida, where they currently reside. I picked St. Peter because of the strong church and school connection that I value. I am also blessed to direct the Beginning Band, Advanced Band, and Choristers. Paul Lutze, Principal Meet Our Teachers Joe Grambsch Grades 7 & 8 Emily Symons Grades 1 & 2 Gary Thoma Grades 5 & 6 Becky Thoma All the members of St. Peter are truly committed to the education and well-being of the students. My son, Nathan, is in 4th grade, Emily is in 8th grade, and my oldest daughter, Caitlyn, recently graduated from St. Peter and will attend Palatine High School in the fall. St. Agatha Parish Website. I see God working through St. Peter's students, staff, and families every day in many ways. She graduated from 2012 from Southeast Missouri State with a degree in teaching. I enjoy interacting with school parents and their children as they navigate the administrative side of school life; preparing our worship bulletins, newsletter, and directory; welcoming new members to the church family; and helping people research their genealogy through church records. WebStaff Bio St. Peter Lutheran School Rev. RESOURCE CENTER. My name is Karla Leidecker and I have been part of the faculty and staff of St. Peter's since 2000. The staff partners together, with leaders, the community and others to support the rich treasury of liturgical and musical gifts, vibrant programs and expressions of pastoral care enriching this communion of diverse people and Technology takes an active role in our classroom through the daily use of Chromebooks as a tool for expression, communication, research, and creativity. It's His unconditional love that shines through our students and staff. I have been teaching for about 15 years. I also have taught at Walther Lutheran Academy in Forest Park. God is a part of everything we do. I began teaching at St. Peter in 2021. Most recently, I have been the Early Childhood Director for 10 years. WebInterim Director of Experiential Learning, Assistant Director of Experiential Learning, Assistant Scheduler, English Department Faculty, Head Varsity Girls' Hockey & Softball Coach. and I have a Masters's degree in administration/leadership. School. I grew up in Barrington. I love seeing students share their faith with one another. Email: School: 508.786.6045. I have been teaching for 17 years in Lutheran schools (from 3-year-olds up through 2nd grade). WebAdministrative Team. I have been married to my high school sweetheart, Adam, for 25 years, and we are blessed with two incredible sons, Trevor and Tyson. I grew up in Arlington Heights and attended St. Peter Preschool through 8th Grade. I have been a member and teacher at St. Peter since 1999. Excluding school days off. I have been teaching art to students of all ages for more than 20 years. I've taught in East Chicago, Indiana, West Memphis, Arkansas, Evanston, and Glenview. Mary Moussa. 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