MIDDLE SCHOOL ELA/ACADEMIC ADVISOR, MISS ABIGAIL JOHNSON
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Hi everyone! My name is Ms. Johnson, and I’m thrilled to be starting my first year as a middle school English teacher. I recently graduated from North Central University with a degree in English Education and have a deep love for literature, writing, and helping students find their voice. I’m passionate about creating a classroom where everyone feels seen, heard, and inspired to grow. When I’m not teaching, I enjoy reading novels, getting outside, and exploring local coffee shops. I am so excited to begin this journey with you and make this a great year together!
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HIGH SCHOOL ELA, MR. JAMISON MCNALLY
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I believe in holding my students to a high standard of excellence, while doing my best to create a classroom environment that encourages kindness and honesty among my students. I am looking forward to getting to know my students better and growing as a teacher. My verse for the year is “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalms 46:10a
I attend Meadowbrook Church in Wauwatosa. I am very passionate about music. I’ve played a wide variety of different instruments including guitar, piano, and violin. I have broken each of my limbs at least once, and each at different times- I was apparently a fragile kid! |
HIGH SCHOOL HISTORY/ACADEMIC ADVISOR, MRS. DONNA LEONARD
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My verse for the year is Mark 16:15, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” I believe that each child is a gift with a unique personality and skill set, and that every child deserves an excellent education. As a teacher, I need to develop an environment where each of my students can grow. I need to foster relationships with my students, and encourage my students to develop relationships with each other. By doing this, I can recognize their interests and different learning styles. I will take this knowledge and adapt to their learning styles and differentiate when needed, using hands-on activities and projects to engage students. I want to encourage my students to work hard and develop a love for learning.
I attend Poplar Creek Church and I have been married almost 30 years. I have 6 children and 2 grandchildren. I love spending time with my family and I love to curl up with a book in my spare time. |
MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE/ACADEMIC ADVISOR, MR. NATHAN RASCH
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Born and raised in Montana I’ve always had a passion for science and wildlife. I enjoy spending time outside camping and hiking. I also love football and weightlifting. I’m also looking forward to the school year and meeting all the students and staff!
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BIBLE/LEAD TEACHER/ACADEMIC ADVISOR, MR. JOSHUA PUTNEY
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My thematic verse for this year is from Psalm 95:7-8, "Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts...". I desire for all those involved at GCA to be Father-led in our relationships, education, and service. I dearly believe that if we follow the Father, the rest falls into place.
I live together with my wife Claire and our three children, Taliyah, Keziah, and Ephraim. My hobbies include spearfishing, studying ancient Hebrew scripts, and playing Redemption (TCG). |
MS. TAHRELL THOMAS, MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE
