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School Faculty

bullet Mr. Scott Uecker (Grade 8, Principal)
bullet Mr. Michael George (Grade 7, Family Minister)
bullet Mr. David Leyrer (Grade 6, Director of Athletics)
bulletMrs. Becky Lindenberg (Grade 5)
bulletMr. David Allerheiligen (Grade 4)
bulletMrs. Greta Scharp (Grade 3)
bulletMrs. Diane Kratz (Grade 2)
bullet Mrs. Laura Biesterfeld (Grade 1)
bullet Mrs. Dana Leyrer (K5 AM)
bulletMrs. Rita Allerheiligen  (K4, K5 PM)
bulletMrs. Naomi Stein (K4)
bulletMrs. Donna Ibisch (K3)

 

 

 

bullet Mr. Scott Uecker (Principal, Grade 8)

 

The principal of St. John’s. 

Teaches Religion, History and Math in grades 5-8. Supervises the K-8 school, the Pre-school and the Extended hours program.

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email 

 

Serving since July 2001

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – Toledo University

          Certificate of Management – Marquette University

          Business Theory and Organization – UW Whitewater

          Teacher certification from the state of Wisconsin

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletIn ministry I will work to glorify God through service to His church as an effective and efficient minister of the Word by praising His Name, sharing His Word, and Leading His People.
bulletIn education I will lead students to a positive faith-based relationship with Christ, I will teach them to organize information, memorize what they have organized, and communicate what they have memorized.

 

Vision for the Future:

bulletIt is my hope to build the ministry at St. John’s to include childcare, preschool and an elementary school that serves the congregation and the community by attracting, strengthening and supporting Christian family life.

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bullet Mr. Michael George  (Grade 7, Family Minister)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email  

 

Serving since August of 2000

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction – University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

          Teacher certification from the state of Wisconsin

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletFamily ministry is an ongoing ministry with the Word as the central element of the family.  The main task is for the members of the family to build stronger relationships to Christ, so that disciplining becomes a way of life.

 

Vision for the Future:

bulletRelationships within the family are fully dependent upon the strength of each member’s personal relationship with Christ.  That relationship, then, is central to the spiritual growth and well being of the Christian home.  In its relationship with his living Word the Christian family receives life-giving sustenance, as well as guidance and direction for living together as a family.  In Jesus’ own life and the Christian family has both their model for life and their motivation to live a God-pleasing life.
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bullet Mr. David Leyrer  (Grade 6, Director of Athletics)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email  

 

Serving since August of 1995

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialties: Mathematics & Athletic Administration

 

Goals and Philosophy:

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To assist parents in carrying out their God-given responsibility by:
bullettraining the children in the knowledge of their Savior Jesus Christ.
bulletsharing with them the comfort of God’s love and forgiveness.
bulletassuring them that they are children of God through faith in Christ.
bulletguiding them in their spiritual, academic, and physical development.

 

Vision for the Future:

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To continue in and build upon current ministry. To improve the overall athletic program at St. John’s by:
bulletencouraging and motivating more students to participate in athletics.
bulletpromoting Christian fellowship with other schools.
bulletmaking sure that all athletes are properly prepared with the necessary skills for the next level of competition.
bulletgiving students more opportunity to use their physical abilities and athletic gifts (e.g. sports camps, intramurals, etc.).
bulletemphasizing the important skills of teamwork, dedication, commitment, discipline, and stewardship of healthy bodies.
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bullet Mrs. Becky Lindenberg (Grade 5)

 

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 2009

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialties: Elementary Education and Music

          Attending Martin Luther College for Graduate Degree in Curriculum and Instruction.

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletTo follow God’s command in Proverbs which says, “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.”
bulletTo grow in my faith and encourage others to do the same by setting a good example of Christian leadership, stewardship, and fellowship.
bulletTo educate the children that I work with each day so they can enter the real world with the confidence that God is with them and will always be there for them.

 

Vision for the Future:

bulletBuild a strong writing curriculum so that the children leave our building with the proper tools for success in communication.
bulletKeep my students excited about school and learning by engaging them in new and innovative teaching techniques.
bulletHelp grow St. John’s the way that God has so richly blessed them thus far.
bulletObtain my master’s degree in Curriculum Instruction.
bulletWatch my children grow up to be God-fearing young men.

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bulletMr. David Allerheiligen (Grade 4, Computer Science)

 

Teaches:

Keyboarding/Computer Application 5-8

Science 7-8

Math 4

English 4

Writing 4

Reading 4

Computer Exposure 1-4

Web Quests 2-8

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 2001

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialties: Elementary Education and History

          Teacher certification from the state of Wisconsin

          Numerous classes, workshops, collaborative, and seminars:

          University of Wisconsin - Green Bay

          University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

          University of Wisconsin - Madison

          University of California - Berkeley

          University of Maryland - College Park

          Lawrence Hall of Science - Berkeley, California

          Wildlife Conservation Society - Bronx Zoo

          Martin Luther College-New Ulm, Minnesota

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletGod's Word is the foundation for all we do here at St. John's.  I pray that both my students and I would demonstrate Christian love and concern for each other.  I encourage and promote enthusiasm and love for learning in an environment where all those involved in this learning process are cooperating and helping each other to do their best.

 

Vision for the Future:

bulletWe already have a wonderful computer lab here at St. John's.  It is a wonderful blessing from God.  I view this blessing to be used to reinforce learning, supply additional learning, and to promote creativity.  I foresee expanding this lab with computer workstations in each classroom, all networked together.  Computers would supplement the education of our children, integrated into our existing curriculum, rather than used as an additional or separate course of study.Jump to top of this page.

bullet Mrs. Greta Scharp (Grade 3, Director of Children's Choirs)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 2008

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialties: Elementary Education and History

          State Teaching License, South Dakota

          State Teaching License, Nebraska

          Completing work for State Teaching License, Wisconsin

          Taking course work for Master's degree

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletTo assist the students in making use of every opportunity to hear and learn God’s Word.
bulletTo assist the students in recognizing their God-given abilities and lead them to use such abilities to their fullest.
bulletTo assist the students in developing a never-ending quest for knowledge.

 

Vision for the Future:

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My Personal Future:
bulletAs a child of God, grow closer to Him every day.
bulletAs a wife and mother, strive to fulfill those roles with humility and joy.
bulletAs a teacher, achieve my master’s degree in education.

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At St. John's:
bulletAs a music teacher, I hope that all students leaving St. John’s have a greater appreciation for music theory, musicians from various eras and appreciate various styles of music.
bulletAs a Junior Choir director, I hope to encourage more students to join choir as another opportunity for praising our Lord.

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bulletMrs. Diane Kratz (Grade 2)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 1994

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Teacher certification from the state of Wisconsin

          Graduate work at present – Cardinal Stritch University

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletTo teach my classroom students and students with special needs and gifts in a Christian environment so that they can grow in all aspects of life to their greatest potential.

 

Vision for the Future:

bulletTo continue personal growth in the fields of special education and reading.
bulletTo further expand the extended learning program on both ends of the spectrum.
bulletTo continue to “grow” my faith, so that I can better serve in “growing” the faith of the children I teach.

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bullet Mrs. Laura Biesterfeld (Grade 1, Assistant Director of Children's Choirs)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 2008

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialties: Elementary Education and Math

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletTo assist parents in training their children in the way of the Lord.
bulletTo teach all subject areas in the light of the Word of God.
bulletTo assist in other areas of ministry at St. John's.

 

Vision for the Future:

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To continue to be faithful in the Word.

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To eagerly study God's Word daily.

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To teach the Word in it's truth and purity.

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To faithfully share God's Word with the children entrusted to my care.

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To further my education through classes and workshops.

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bulletMrs. Dana Leyrer (Grade K5 - AM)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 2000

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialties: Elementary Education and History

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletAs an early childhood educator, it is my goal to assist families at St. John’s in nurturing the faith and academic skills of their small children.

 

Vision for the Future:

bulletIt is such a pleasure to teach small children about their Savior and witness their faith in action.  My hope for the future is to instill a life-long love of learning in my students by encouraging their curiosity and stimulating their creativity.

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bullet Mrs. Rita Allerheiligen (Grade K4, K5 PM)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 2005

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialty: Early Childhood Education

          Early Childhood I and II from MATC

          Various workshops and seminars dealing with Early Childhood

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletMy hope and prayer is that I would continue to grow in my faith while encouraging the children to grow in theirs. Together we would share that faith in witnessing to others about our Savior. I hope to give the little ones an enjoyable start to their school experience and encourage a life long love of learning.

 

Vision:

bulletSt. John's is truly blessed with an active Early Childhood ministry. I am looking forward to working with the dedicated staff in sharing the love of our Savior as well as sharing a love of learning. Jump to top of this page.

bulletMrs. Naomi Stein (Grade K4)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 1975

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education - Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialty: Early Childhood Education

 

Goals and Philosophy:

bulletChristian early childhood programs are a joint ministry involving the congregation, the staff, the family, and the child.  Our goal is to lead all the children to grow in the saving faith in Jesus Christ and to be a witness of their Savior.

 

Vision for the Future:

bulletReaching out to all families of St. John's and the surrounding community with childcare and education.

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Mrs. Donna Ibisch (Grade K3)

 

Office Phone Number:  (414) 258-4214

Email

 

Serving since August of 2003

 

 

 

 

Education:

          Bachelor of Science in Education – Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota

          Specialty: Early Childhood Education

          Certification for Early Childhood I, Early Childhood II,  Infants and Toddlers courses

 

Goals and Philosophy:

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My goal is to heed Jesus’ command in John 21:5 to “Feed my lambs:” 

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by nurturing our preschoolers in a Christ-centered environment where they are accepted and loved unconditionally, enabling them to develop socially and emotionally and grow in their faith.

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by providing them with a wealth of opportunities for discovery and experimentation to help them develop creatively and intellectually.

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by offering a wide variety of enjoyable and stimulating activities to promote physical development.

 

My philosophy as an early childhood educator is to recognize: 

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that each child is a precious and unique creation, having unique characteristics, talents and interests.

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that active learning is fundamental to the full development of human potential.

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that active learning occurs most effectively in settings that provide developmentally appropriate learning opportunities.

 

Vision for the Future:

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My vision for the future is one of strong families that make Christian education a priority and thank God for this great blessing by serving others and reaching out with the Gospel.

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