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. 
• 18+ years of Business/Management Experience
• Football coach
• NCE training in School Administration, Development and Fundraising, Thornwood, NY (2008)

Mr. Paul Heidel - Principal and Dean of Academics

• Graduate studies in Education Administration - Marquette University
• B.S. in Education - University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
• Teaching Certification for the elementary grades 
• 11+ years experience in school administration and management
• Teaching experience with various age levels
• Specialty areas: Education, Administration, Social studies, Carpentry
• Licensed Contractor in the State of Wisconsin
• 8 years service in the United States Marine Corps

Mrs. Nan Ross - Director of Admissions

• Graduate Studies in Education- University of Denver
• B.A. in Special Education and Elementary Education - Regis University, CO
• 18 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 -Pre-Kindergarten 3 and Music Teacher

• 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

Ms. Gina Librera - Pre-Kindergarten 3 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
• 20+ years experience working with various age levels
• Specialty areas: Early Childhood Development, Education
• Introduction to Integral Formation Training, Atlanta GA (2008) 

Ms. Lisa Sanfelippo - Pre-Kindergarten-4 Aide and 7th grade girls' English Literature

• B.A. in Journalism and English - Marquette University
• 10+ years teaching experience
• Speciality areas:  Literature, creative writing, graphics, art education and appreciation

Mrs. Lisa LaFond - Kindergarten

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

Mrs. Patti Fortini - First Grade

• B.A. in Education - St. Xavier University, Chicago
• Teaching Certification (K-9)
• 20+ years teaching experience
• 5 years as Dean of Academics (Aquinas Academy)
• Specialty areas: Elementary Education, Theology, Curriculum and Instruction
• Introduction to Integral Formation Training, Chicago (2000)
• Curriculum and Instruction - Atlanta, GA (2002)
• Completed Holy See approved Catholic Catechists Courses, Basic and Advanced (John A. Hardon, S.J.) 2007

Mrs. Toni Adams - 3rd grade

• 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)

Miss Cathy Weninger - 4th grade

• B.A. in English and Creative Writing - UW Madison
• M.A. in Theology and Christian Ministry with a certification in catechetics - Franciscan University Steubenville
• 11 years teaching experience

Mrs. Kimberly Paulson - 5th grade and 7th grade boys' English Literature

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

Mrs. Mary Beth Homan - Middle School Math

• B.S. in Mathematics Education from Marquette University
• M.A. in Education Technology from Marian University
• 27 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
• 14 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
• 4 years teaching experience
• Specialty areas:  American and World History, Government and Political Science.
• Introduction to Integral Formation Training, Atlanta, GA (2006)

Mrs. Christie Ronge - Middle School Math

• B.S. in Chemistry - University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
• 14 years of professional experience as a chemist and immunologist
• Math and science tutor
• Specialty areas: Chemistry, biology, physics, and math

Mrs. Sarah Kohnle - Middle School Science

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

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 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.
• 4 years teaching experience
• Specialty Areas: Certified Fitness Specialist, Life Guard, Archery Instructor

Mrs. Meghan Jazrawi - Spanish and Art

• B.A. from the School of Film and Television at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles
• Taught English to Spanish-speaking children in Santiago, Chile
• Active volunteer for various missions including the Missionaries of Charity and Regnum Christi Helping Hands
• Worked in the Mano Amiga (Helping Hands) Schools in Chile and Brazil

Priests who help us in our mission:

Very Rev. Donald Hying - Rector of St. Francis Seminary, Archdiocese of Milwaukee

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

Rev. Daniel Sherman, MM -Maryknoll Missionary

Rev. Jeffrey Jambon, L.C. - Vice Rector of Oaklawn Academy, Madison Diocese- Legionary of Christ

Fr. Dennis Wieland - Pastor, St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Menomonee Falls

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