Mrs. Ashley Renstrom Teacher - Grades 1-2 Hometown: Middleton, Wisconsin College: University of Wisconsin Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI B.S. in Special Education and Elementary Education Post-Graduate Studies: Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota Certification: Wisconsin DPI certification 2010 2012 Madison Metropolitan School District, Madison, Wisconsin Special Education teacher grades 1-5 2012 Present Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI Grades 1-2 Going for walks with my husband, playing the piano, singing in church, and solving word search and Sudoku puzzles. Favorite Bible Passage: Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. I enjoy spending time with my husband, Jesse, and we are excited to be building a life together in the Madison area. We enjoy traveling around Wisconsin and Minnesota to visit family and friends as often as we can. Growing in my knowledge of teaching is important to me. I am taking summer classes through Martin Luther College to become synod certified by the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
Ms. Juliana Picchiottino Teacher - Grades 1-2 College: Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN Post-Graduate Studies: Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota Gesell Institute of Human Development, New Haven, CT The CARE Courses School, Inc., McLean, VA 1979-1982-: Trinity Lutheran School, Bangor, MI, grades K-8, teacher 1992-1997: Trinity Lutheran School, Bangor, MI, grade K, teacher 1999-2000: St. John s Lutheran School, Waterloo, WI, part-time teacher 2000-2002: First Class Preschool/Child Care, Lake Mills, WI, grade K, lead teacher 2003-2012: St. John s Lutheran School, Watertown, WI, grade K, teacher, ECE Director 2012 pres: Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI grades 1-2, teacher Walking Attending theatrical productions Listening to classical music Spending time with my adopted family Favorite Bible Passage: 2 Corinthians 4:7: We have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.
Mrs. Mary Hochmuth Teacher Grades 5-8 Hometown: Loveland, Colorado College: Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota Post-Graduate Studies: University of Nevada, Reno, Nevada Shasta College, Redding, CA Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota 1986-1989 Shepherd of the Mountains Lutheran School, Reno, NV- grades pre-k to 3 1991 Richard Crane Elementary School, Cotati, CA tutor grades 5-6 2000-2002 Mt. Calvary Lutheran School, Redding, CA Assistant Preschool Director/Teacher; substitute teacher grades 1-8 2003 Martin Luther College Early Childcare Center, New Ulm, MN Assistant Director/teacher 2004-2006 Substitute teacher at St. Paul s Lutheran School, New Ulm, MN- grades 1-4 2007-2008 Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI - Teacher s aide, substitute teacher 2008-Present Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI - Grades 5-8 Reading, scrapbooking, cooking, and traveling with my family. Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. I have had the blessed privilege of being married to David for the past 24 years. We have four children: Peter (who is with heaven with Jesus), Esther, Sarah, and Andrew. I have learned through the years that God will place us exactly where He wants us, at precisely the right time. God is greater than we can imagine. What we perceive as formidable, our heavenly Father uses to show us His infinite power and love.
Ms. Kim Gnewuch Teacher Grades 3 & 4 Hometown: Oconomowoc, Wisconsin College: Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota Post-Graduate Studies: Wisconsin Lutheran College, Milwaukee, Wisconsin and MA in Education, Viterbo University, La Crosse, Wisconsin Received State Teaching License: 2003 1994-1999 Zion Lutheran, Columbus, WI Teacher of Gr. 3-4, and 5-6, Junior Choir director, volleyball coach, cheerleading coach, and musical director 1999-2001 Our Redeemer Lutheran School, Madison, WI Teacher of grade 3 2001- Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI Teacher of Gr. 3-5, volleyball coach, and music director Walking during Wisconsin s beautiful weather, reading, and making music to the Lord both by singing and playing piano and organ. Romans 8:37-39: We are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. I am the youngest of six children in my family. Babysitting all of my nieces and nephews gave me a love for young children. This love of children and urge to share God s love with His precious lambs led me into the teaching career.
Mr. Eric Wolf Teacher Grades 5-8 Hometown: New Ulm, Minnesota College: B. S. Education, Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota Received State Teaching License: 2013 (MN) 2013- Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI Teacher of Gr. 5-8 Traveling, reading, history, watching Minnesota sports teams, and spending time outside by either hiking or biking. Romans 5:-8: But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. I feel very blessed to be teaching here at Westside Christian! Many experiences led me to become a teacher first is the many experiences I have had serving congregations across the country, from King of Prussia, Pennsylvania; to Winslow, Arizona; Medford, Oregon; and other locations in between. The other is a God-given passion to speak and teach God s truths with others. I currently hold a Minnesota State Teaching License for Grades K-6 and Grades 5-12 Social Studies. My primary duties here at Westside include teaching 5-6 Religion, Science, and Social Studies; 5-8 Math and Technology; and K-8 Physical Education. I look forward to serving you. Check out our class website for contact information, news and student help in our online classroom!
Mrs. Karen Hong Teacher Kindergarten Hometown: Eau Claire, Michigan College: Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota Post-Graduate Studies: University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, Wisconsin Wisconsin Lutheran College, Milwaukee Received State Teaching License: 1993 1982-1988 St. Mark Lutheran School, Eau Claire, WI Teacher of Gr. 1-3 1988-1996 Our Redeemer Lutheran School, Madison, WI Kindergarten, 2nd grade, school music, and Language Arts classes 1996-1998 St. Mark Lutheran School, Eau Claire, WI Teacher of Kindergarten 2001- Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI Duties: Teacher of Kindergarten. Flower gardening, reading, and music Mark 10:14-15: Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it. My husband, Dan, and I live in Middleton and have two children, Matthew and Kjersten. During the summer I enjoy reading, taking curriculum courses, gardening and cooking.
Mrs. Ann Krentz Preschool Director & Teacher Hometown: Juneau, Wisconsin College: Madison Area Technical College, Madison, WI Synod Certification, Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota 1997-2001 St. Andrew Preschool, Middleton, WI Preschool Aide 2000-2001 Our Redeemer Lutheran Preschool, Madison, WI Preschool Teacher 2001- Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI Preschool Director and Teacher Current events and child development. Colossians 3:12-14: Therefore, as God s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. I enjoy spending time with my husband, Blaine, and my daughters, Kelsey, Taylor, and Mackenzie. I also enjoy entertaining friends and family in our home.
Ms. Sue Martalock Preschool Teacher Hometown: Hillsboro, Wisconsin College: University of Wisconsin, La Crosse, Wisconsin Post Graduate Classes: Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota 1993-2000 St. Andrew Lutheran Preschool, Middleton, WI Preschool Director and Teacher 2001- Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI Preschool Teacher Travel, family, friends, the arts, working with my hands, and various hobbies Matthew 18:2-5: He called a little child and had him stand among them. And he said, I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. And whoever welcomes a little child in my name welcomes me. I am continuing my education as a preschool teacher in both spiritual and secular areas. I attend Bible studies offered at St. Andrew and also offered through Martin Luther College. I enroll in various courses and seminars available for growth in the early childhood field. I am currently enrolled in the synodical early childhood certification program.
Mr. Hank Hoenecke Principal Teacher-Grades 5-8 Hometown: Mountain View, California College: University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minnesota Post Graduate Classes: University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California 1991-1999 Our Savior Lutheran School, San Antonio, TX Principal and Teacher of Grades K-8 1999-2006 Trinity Christian Academy, Woodbridge, VA Principal and Teacher of Grades 4-8 2006- Westside Christian School, Middleton, WI Principal and Teacher of Grades 5-8 Travel, hiking, kayaking, sports, reading, cooking and spending time with my wife and children. Romans 8:28 And we know that in ALL things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. This passage reminds me that our Heavenly Father has a purpose and plan for all of His children. After working in Washington DC in both the public and private sector, the Lord led me to pursue a career in the teaching ministry. I met my wife Rachel at Dr. Martin Luther College and we were married after graduating in 1991. Our first call was to serve at Our Savior Lutheran School in San Antonio, Texas. Both of us enjoyed being Texans and have many fond memories of our time in the Lone Star state. In 1999, my wife and I accepted calls to serve in Woodbridge, Virginia at Trinity Christian Academy. While in Virginia we were blessed with the arrival of our children, Alexander and Julia. Our family is enjoying living and serving in the Madison area as we reach out together and Share His love.