Academics / Grades 5-8
5TH GRADE, MRS. JENNIFER SIMON
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My classroom philosophy is to create exciting activities that explore a variety of learning styles. It is my hope that my class will gain subject knowledge while learning about our Heavenly Father. This year, I am looking forward to having all of my students back in the classroom. As a result, we will be able to bond and grow as a class family. It is an honor to watch each and every student learn and grow- academically, socially, and spiritually. My verse for the year is Ephesians 2:10, “We are God’s masterpiece, created for good works.”
I enjoy spending time with my husband, family, and friends. I love being outside in God’s great outdoors. I enjoy gardening, crafts, coloring, cross stitch, and scrapbooking. In doing these things, I can soak in some quiet time with the Lord and have something beautiful form as a result. My husband and I attend Diving Lutheran Church and enjoy volunteering in our community. |
6TH GRADE, MRS. SCEPANSKI
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This year I am so excited to see students grow into the people God has created them to be. Students in 6th grade have many opportunities to try new things and develop new skills. In the classroom, I believe I have a responsibility to help every child grow spiritually, socially, and academically. I do that by ensuring every student feels safe and successful in those areas. My verse for the year is Galatians 5:22-23, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self control. Against such things there is no law.”
My husband and I attend Faith Bible Church, where I help in the nursery and attend Bible study. We have a little puppy named Willow. She is a red lab and full of energy. We love her so much! |
7TH GRADE, MISS DEBORAH BLOCK
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My teaching philosophy is that the classroom should be a safe community to develop Godly relationships. This helps students grow academically and spiritually. I am looking forward to getting to know my students, developing good relationships with them, and helping them grow in Christ. My verse for the year is Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Him who gives me strength.”
I attend Poplar Creek Church in New Berlin. I lead a 3rd-5th grade girls program and a 6th-12th grade girls program there. I am involved in the Women's Ministry as well. One thing on my bucket list is to visit all 50 states in America. I have currently visited 11 states. |
8TH GRADE, MRS. AMBER DONAHOE
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My verse for the year is 1 Samuel 16:7, “For man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” I am looking forward to moving to teach Jr. High and social studies this year. I believe in building relationships in my classroom and in making learning fun by making it relatable.
I celebrated my 10 year wedding anniversary in August. My husband and I have 2 children, Leah and Noah, and a dog named Rocky. We attend Passion Church, where I am a part of the Children’s Church ministry by volunteering in the toddler room. |