GRADES 1-2
Angela Walter
I AM PASSIONATE ABOUT...
Kids: my biggest inspiration
The first day of school, new and old faces, new personalities that come with new students or that have changed over the summer. They all represent a unique potential for the new year. Nothing is more exciting to me than the discovery and development of students' hidden strengths.
My classroom: my home away from home
I know that when my students come into my classroom, they will find a safe, welcoming, and inviting place. My intention is that they will be comfortable and ready to learn.
Teaching: the 'ah-ha' moments
I love to watch that moment when a student finally understands a topic they've been struggling with. And then seeing them excited to share or help another student with that same topic.
I CHOSE TO WORK IN CHRISTIAN EDUCATION BECAUSE...
We live in what I believe to be challenging times, we face problems, and a large portion of our child population has easy access to movies, computer and video games that promote violence and desensitizes them. I know that students in Christian schools are not immune to these problems. However, in a Christian school we can pray together when there is a problem and we can look into the Bible for knowledge. There is freedom to share what I believe about Jesus and His love that I would miss out on in a Public school. I grew up going to Christian schools; it was a sacrifice for my parents, but they knew it was important. I have treasured the years that I spent in Christian education and I am excited that I get to be a part of someone else's Christian education experiences.
MORE ABOUT ME...
- B.S. in Elementary Education
- Before starting a family I traveled the world and went on many mission adventures.
- I taught adjudicated youth in the Yamhill County Public Schools for 2 years.
- I was a licensed therapeutic Foster Parent for at-risk youth for 14 years while I raised my children and homeschooled them for the first few years.
- I was the general contractor on our home!
- I was a missionary in the Pacific Islands and have traveled around the world.
Lidia Sobor (STEAM Lab)
James Ramirez (Spanish)
Our students in grades 1-2 have Spanish twice a week with “Mr. James.”
Agnes Vojtko (Music)
Our students in grades 1-2 have music class with Dr. Vojtko twice a week. Dr. Vojtko joins us after experiencing a wealth of music all over the world. She is an accomplished mezzo-soprano. Her experience in international music performances, competitions, coaching, and teaching is an exciting addition to our school’s program. Her experience and passion for music encompasses a diversity of programs ranging from PreK - College.
