Learn more about Mrs. Bernhard...
Originally from Allentown, I am a graduate of Louis E. Dieruff High School. After high school, I continued my education at Kutztown University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Art Education. My career began in Allentown School District as an Art Teacher. For the past 9 years, I have been teaching in Northwestern Lehigh School District in various positions. I have taught as an Art Teacher, a Gifted Support Teacher, and most recently, I took over as the Family Consumer Science Teacher in Northwestern Lehigh Middle School.
Outside of teaching, you might catch me at any local Northwestern events as my family resides in this district. I am the proud mother of six children, three sons and three daughters. My five older children are all graduates of Northwestern Lehigh High School. Currently, my oldest son graduated in 2020 from Muhlenberg College with a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science, my second son graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Film and Cinematography from Ithaca College in 2021, and my youngest son graduated with Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from Villanova University. I, also, have twin daughters who are pursuing education degrees at Moravian University, and my youngest daughter who is in 8th grade at Northwestern Lehigh Middle School. At any time throughout the year, you might see us around Northwestern!
For past 16 years, I have been coaching cheerleading. Currently, I am the Head Varsity High School Coach and Junior High Cheerleading Coach. In past, I was the Director and Head Coach for the NWL Youth Wrestling Cheerleading Team. I have had a passion for cheering since I was in Middle School. I enjoy sharing my passion and knowledge with my student athletes.
Cake decorating has been a passion of mine for almost 30 years. In high school, I worked at Carvel Ice Cream Shop and started decorating ice cream cakes. They sent me to Wilton Cake School to learn more. Since college, I have been baking and designing my own cakes for my family and friends. I find cake decorating fun and relaxing!
My whole life, I have had a passion for the Arts. Ever since I was very young, I have enjoyed creating and experimenting with art. A few areas that I especially enjoy are painting, sewing, crocheting, drawing, decorating, and home design. Whether in school or on my own time, I can always be found creating something. My passion for art continues to grow every day!