Lydia Baron

"I love engaging my students in philosophical conversations about issues and ideas that matter most to them. To be sure, the substantive discussions our students experience in our classrooms will empower them with the tools they will need to make a difference in our world."

Maggie George

"I enjoy the dynamic of a coed classroom and working in an environment with a Christian focus and a strong sense of community. My goal is to help all students recognize their potential and embrace challenges that will prepare them for the future. Through the work we do in the English classroom, students are developing lifelong habits of mind and are becoming productive, responsible, and empathetic individuals."

Michael DeBruyn

"In 11th grade, students become more confident and competent by reading, analyzing, writing about, and (most of all) enjoying great books. For 8th graders, ability and confidence follow from intensive writing practice and interactive vocabulary building."

Jenn Ehle

"I still remember my favorite teacher, Mrs. Devers. She had a passion for literacy. In the first few weeks we worked with our peers editing stories. Her read alouds grabbed the interest of everyone, even the most struggling of students. She taught us in order to be good writers, we had to learn to be good readers. This foundation—that the reading and writing go hand-in-hand—is vital to academic success. My diverse teaching background lends itself to guiding all types of students on their literacy journey. I feel proud to be following in Mrs. Devers’s footsteps." 

Mia Gale

"Through the medium of stories, I want to show students that we are all always learning, even as a teacher/adult. By showing my excitement, respect, curiosity and ignorance towards subjects, they can observe and practice how to handle these innate learning experiences without judgment. I find that it is important to allow spontaneity to drive and direct lessons on occasion to show students that learning isn’t always planned and prepped. Providing space for discussion that showcases nuances helps students understand that multiple points of views can exist at once, as long as we have the evidence to support it. I am providing tools for students to learn that they are allowed to have agreement, additions, confusion, and disagreement with other students and their teacher." 

Eva Mutschler

"My goal is to help students become better readers, writers, speakers, listeners, and thinkers all while developing an appreciation for the value of these skills. Ultimately, I want my students to be good citizens who care about others, who care about the world, and who live meaningful lives."

Pam Everhart

"In my classroom, my main expectation is ‘be kind.’ I truly believe my primary calling as a teacher is the encouragement I offer in developing good, faithful, and kind students who deeply care about themselves, others, and the world around them. Through our exploration of the written word in grammar, vocabulary, and writing, I introduce ideas that require them to think beyond themselves. Learning to be great communicators in writing, listening, reading, and speaking is vitally important, but only insofar as that communication sends more goodness and kindness into the world."

Elaine Hewitt

"Vocabulary, grammar, and writing instruction are the backbone of effective communication. Learning the set of rules that govern these skills helps students function across the curriculum, no matter what the subject matter. Writing for clarity, precision, and competence increases a student’s ability to be successful in the workplace. Whether writing a brief, drafting a report, submitting a purchase order or a request, strong communication skills are built on the foundations of good grammar and effective writing techniques. Why is all this important? It increases the chances of success, reduces errors in communication, and builds good relationships in the workplace. My goal is to help students build that skill set."