Exceptional Educators

At Saint Michael Lutheran School, we believe that exceptional education begins with exceptional teachers. Our faculty and staff are experienced, knowledgeable, and passionate educators who are committed to helping their students learn, grow, and thrive.

Our teachers bring expertise not only in their individual grade levels and subject areas, but also continually seek opportunities to grow professionally, collaborate with colleagues, and bring new ideas and approaches into their classrooms. From Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade, our teachers create engaging learning environments where students are challenged academically.

What truly sets our faculty apart is the way they know their students. At Saint Michael, students are more than a name on a roster or a grade on a report card. Our teachers take the time to understand each child’s strengths, interests, learning style, and areas for growth. They celebrate accomplishments, provide support when challenges arise, and work closely with families to help each student reach their God-given potential.

From the moment students walk through our doors, they are surrounded by adults who care about them, believe in them, and want to see them succeed. Our teachers don’t simply teach subjects; they inspire curiosity, build confidence, develop character, and help students discover what they are capable of becoming.

At Saint Michael, we are proud of the educators who make our school a place where students feel known, supported, challenged, and loved.

Our Team

Mr. M. Daniel Maser

Principal

BA, MA, CAA, Ed.S.


Mrs. Jen Pohlman

Assistant Principal


Mrs. Shelly McGovern

Dean of Students


Mrs. Carol Maser

Curriculum Director

Master of Education


Mrs. Madeline Tipton

Director of Student Support, Yearbook Advisor, Production Instructor, Assessment Coordinator

Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Sciences, and Disorders; Master of Education


Mrs. Stephanie Letourneau

M.LIS/Certified in 5-9 Math

Registrar/Finance/PreAlgebra


Mr. Jason Miller

Athletic Director

Bachelor Science in Criminology


Mrs. Holly M. McCord

Administrative Assistant, Receptionist, Admissions & Financial Aid Specialist, Admissions Team


Mrs. Vivian Tapanes

School Counselor

Masters of Science in School Counseling and Mental Health


Pre-K

Mrs. Christina DeBartolo

PK3 Teacher

Bachelor of Science in Education and Early Childhood Education


Mrs. Leah Roesler

PK3 Teacher

B.A. Early Childhood Education


Mrs. Molly Gill

PK4 Teacher

Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Communication with a Minor in Psychology


Mrs. Jill Rhone

PK4 Assistant

BSW, MSW


Kindergarten

Mrs. Priscilla J. Flynn

Kindergarten Teacher

Educator and Minister of Religion; Bachelor of Science in Education; Colloquy


Ms. Jessica Hrabak

Kindergarten Teacher

BS


Mrs. Mara Tincher

Teaching Assistant

Bachelor of Science: Exceptional Student Education, Master of Science: Curriculum and Development


Mrs. Ashley Stafford

Kindergarten Teaching Assistant

BS in Elementary Education


First Grade

Mrs. Kathy Scharlau

First Grade Teacher

BS in Elementary Education/Minor in Special Education


Mrs. Katie Sanchez

First Grade Teacher

Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education, Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction


Second Grade

Mrs. Lori Ankney

Second Grade Teacher

Bachelors Degree in Education


Mrs. Morgan Kollmann

Second Grade Teacher

Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education


Third Grade

Mrs. Tiffany Roberson

3rd Grade Teacher

Bachelor in Marketing and Hospitality


Mrs. Virginia ``Jinjer`` Degen

3rd Grade Teacher

B.S. in Elementary Education


Fourth Grade

Mrs. Karen Atkinson

4th Grade Teacher

Bachelor of Arts Elementary Education, Master of Arts Educational Leadership, Colloquy


Mrs. Mallory McPherson

4th Grade Teacher

BA in Elementary Education


Middle School

Ms. Lauren Hume

5th and 6th grade ELAR and 5th grade Social Studies

Bachelor of Arts Elementary Education


Mrs. Kirsten Weaver

Middle School Math Teacher and LJHA Advisor

Bachelors in Middle Grades Mathematics Education and Masters in Curriculum and Instruction


Specials

Mrs. Taylor Siefert

Librarian, Yearbook Advisor, Production Instructor

Bachelor of Arts in Editing, Writing and Media


Mrs. Katie Ball

Choir Director

BM Church Music (Voice/Piano/Organ) Music Ed Certification


Mrs. Amber Giugliano

Art Instructor

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design


Mrs. Beatriz Tritt

Spanish Teacher PK - 8th

Bachelor's of Science Degree in Elementary Education, Master of Science Degree in Elementary Education


Rachel Cox

Orchestra Director

Bachelor of Music, New England Conservatory of Music, Master's of Business Administration, IMPAC University


Front Office

Mr. Shea Flynn

Administrative Assistant


Cheryl A Boyanowski

Student Accounts and Compliance Coordinator

MBA


Toni Hanchey

Finance Associate


Our Nurses

Erin McArthur

RN, BSN, MBA