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Experience the Difference!

ADMINISTRATION

Mr. Michael Schmainda- Executive Director

• M.B.A. - University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN.
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering- North Dakota State University
• Six Sigma Certified
• Specialty areas:  Management and Operations, Catholic Education, Catechetics 
• 7 years of catechetical teaching experience. 
• 19 years of Business/Management Experience
• Football and Track coach
• NCE training in School Administration, Development and Fundraising, Thornwood, NY (2008)

Mrs. Nan Ross - Director of Admissions

• Graduate Studies in Education- University of Denver
• B.A. in Special Education and Elementary Education - Regis University, CO
• 20 years experience in Education (various age levels)
• Specialty areas:  Education, International studies, Non Profit initiatives, Curriculum Planning and Development, management 

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FACULTY

Meet our Oustanding Teachers!

Mrs. Martha Ebent - Music and Elementary Latin

• M.S. in Music Education - University of Illinois at Urbana, Champaign
• B.S. in Vocal Performance - Millikin University
• Certification in Kindermusik International, (2006)
• Music Teaching Certification
• 14 years teaching experience
• Specialty areas: Vocal and Music

Mrs. Julie Braun - Pre-Kindergarten 3 Teacher

• B.A. in Early Childhood Education - Concordia University, Wisconsin
• Certified Minor in Early Exceptional Needs Education - Cardinal Stritch University
• 16 years experience in educational settings (various age levels)

Mrs. Gina Starner - Pre-Kindergarten 4 Aide

• Associate Degree in Child Care and Development
• Continued Studies in Child Psychology, Sociology and Education
• University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee - General Studies in Early Childhood Education
• 17+ years of teaching and child care experience

Mrs. Laurie Frank - Pre-Kindergarten 4 Teacher

• B.S. in Social Work - University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
• B.S. in Sociology - University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point
• Minor in Psychology - University of Wisonsin, Stevens Point
• 25+ years experience working with various age levels
• Specialty areas: Early Childhood Development, Education
• Introduction to Integral Formation Training, Atlanta GA (2008) 

Mrs. Lisa LaFond - Kindergarten

• B.S. in Elementary Education - University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh
• 8 years teaching experience
• Specialty areas: Early Childhood Education

Mrs. Melissa Magliocco - 1st Grade

• B.A. in Elementary Education from Carthage College, Kenosha, 2010
• Minor: Communications
• Taught preschool for four years
• Student-taught first and fourth grades

Mrs. Kimberly Paulson - 2nd Grade

• B.A. in Elementary Education - St. Mary's College of Notre Dame 
• 11 years teaching experience 
• Specialty areas: reading and literature

Mrs. Toni Adams - 3rd Grade

• Teaching Certification Elementary Education
• Graduate Studies in Education - Cardinal Stritch College Milwaukee
• B.S. in Occupational Therapy - University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
• 21 years teaching experience
• Specialty areas: Special Education, Early Childhood Development
• Introduction to Integral Formation Training, Baltimore MD (2002)

Mrs. Jessica Kroening - 4th Grade

• M.Ed. in Administration and Supervision - National Louis University
• B.S. in Elementary Education, Minor in Social Sciences - University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
• Nine years of teaching experience in first through eighth grades
• Specialty Areas: Special Education, Social Studies, Science

Mrs. Sarah Kohnle - 5th Grade and Middle School Science

• M.S. in Science Education - University of Wisconsin
• B.S. in Biology - University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
• 11 years teaching experience
• Specialty areas: Education, Biology, Botany, Science Inquiry Skills and Ballroom Dancing Instructor 
• Introduction to Integral Formation Training, Chicago, IL (2001)

Mrs. Mary Beth Homan - Middle School Math

• B.S. in Mathematics Education from Marquette University
• M.A. in Education Technology from Marian University
• 28 years of teaching experience rainging from 5th through 12th grades

Mrs. Paula Gotthardt - Middle School Latin and Grammar

• B.A in Liberal Arts - Thomas Aquinas College, CA
• Graduate studies in education at Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee
• 15 years teaching experience
• Specialty areas:  Elementary Education, Latin, English, Religion, History, Catechetical work with various age levels.
• Introduction to Integral Formation Training, Dallas TX (1995)
• Additional Formation Training, Dallas, TX (1996) 

Mr. Thomas Adams - Middle School Religion and History

• Graduate Studies in Theology - Cardinal Stritch College, Milwaukee
• B.S. in History and Political Science - University of Wisconsin
• Teaching Certification in the State of Wisconsin
• 6 years teaching experience
• Specialty areas:  American and World History, Government and Political Science.
• Introduction to Integral Formation Training, Atlanta, GA (2006)

Mrs. Cheryl Liebetrau - Middle School Language Arts

• B.S. in Elementary Education, University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse
• Graduate Studies at Cardinal Stritch University, Milwaukee and National Louis University, Wheeling, IL
• Director of Education - Sylvan Learning Centers
• 25 years teaching experience
• Specialty areas: Reading and Language Arts

Mrs. Kristin Heppe - Middle School Computer Instruction

• Microsoft Certified Professional
• 13 years experience in Information Technology
• Specialty Areas: Microsoft Operating Systems, Microsoft Office Productions, Training and Documentation, Certified Hardware and Software Computer Repair Technician

Mrs. Jessica Kurth - Physical Education, Art, and Athletic Director

• B.S. in Physical Education - University of Wisconsin, La Crosse.
• Certification in Physical Education grades for K-12 in the State of Wisconsin.
• 6 years teaching experience
• Specialty Areas: Certified Fitness Specialist, Life Guard, Archery Instructor

Interested in teaching at Aquinas?  Send your resume to:  info@aquinasacademy.com

Priests who help us in our mission:

Rev. Donald Brick, O.C.D. - Rector of Holy Hill (Mary Help of Christians)- Discalced Carmelite Friar

Fr. Erich Weiss -Associate Pastor, St. Jerome Parish, Oconomowoc

Fr. Peter Berger - Vocations Director for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Fr. Timothy Uhen- Priestly Society of the Holy Cross

Fr. Phillip Bogacki - Associate Pastor, St. John Vianney Catholic Church, Brookfield