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Jim Desmarchais is thrilled to be a part of the Christian education at Gilbert Christian School. They just finished building their forever home and share it with their rescue dachshund-pug, Lolli. Kendall completed her student teaching here at Gilbert Christian and is thrilled to continue her teaching career at such a Christ centered school beginning in the fall of 2021. He spent three years as a teacher coach before moving into a principal position where he has served students in that capacity since 2015. He also likes playing and watching soccer. in Music Education with an Instrumental Emphasis from the University of Arizona. She attends Cornerstone Church in Chandler, where she is a part of the Young Families group. She attends church at Antioch Community Church in Chandler. In 2002, she earned her Masters in Education from Northern Arizona University. Outside of teaching, Taryn enjoys spending time with her family and friends, crafting, and traveling. She attended Phoenix Christian Preparatory Schools from Preschool-12th grade. He began working at Gilbert Christian Schools in 2021. While she originally wanted to work with 1st graders, she felt God leading her to work with high schoolers. Her favorite place is to be with family and friends at their cabin in the White Mountains. If you see your name among the St Ignatius High School graduates, someone is looking for you! Shes been so fortunate to have spent the last 12 years in Mesa Public Schools for both student teaching and her educational career. in Education and a B.A. She began working at GCS in 2012. My help comes from theLord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1. Reunion Weekend will be held on June 2-3, 2023. Arnold Damen, S.J., a Dutch missionary to the United States. Cory's Ride: Program Honoring SI Alum Brings Bikes to Marin Youth, To view pictures of other SI events, click here. Were Ignatius Men Forever. Breena and her mom are currently attending Cornerstone Church in Chandler. Vineyard Gilbert is still where her family attends and serves. As a member of Rosedale Park Baptist Church, he was active in many ministries including youth Sunday School, church landscaping, the homeless ministry and the urban garden ministry. He and his wonderful wife Rebekah have two sons Caleb and Ezekiel who both attend GCS. Gary Distelhorst is a Director, Alumni Relations & Planned Giving at St Ignatius High School based in Cleveland, Ohio. Additional information is available. Tyffany and her husband Kirby have been married since 2002 and have three boys, Keaton, Treyton, and Carsten, who all attend Gilbert Christian Schools. View all 77 employees. She has coached basketball at the foundational levels between Grades 3-7, Varsity Girls at St. Thomas More Collegiate, JV Girls at Terry Fox Secondary, the 2012 U16 Girls Team with Basketball BC, Canada, and from 2013 to 2016 as the U14 Development Team Head Coach with Triple Threat Basketball in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Enter the years that you attended St. Ignatius School. Her teaching experience includes 2 years as a 4th-grade teacher and Choral/Music faculty at Arizona School for the Arts, Rosies House, and Rolling Hills Charter School. Read reports from school leaders and help us thank all those who supported SI in the past school year. She enjoys working towards the success of her students with both families and staff. She has served in administration as the kindergarten through seventh-grade Director of Student Affairs for the past five years. We are hosting Saint Ignatius Connections in Denver on Thursday, April 13. An interesting fact about Mrs. Pacheco is that she was in a hand bell choir in college in which she played the biggest and lowest sounding bells that required two hands and some major arm strength to play. Nothing will be impossible for you. Matthew 17:20. Fr. Through outstanding teaching and personal formation, the school challenges its talented student body to intellectual excellence, integrity . Her favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 40:31, But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. Joanna is a native Arizonian and has spent the last 2 and a half years homeschooling so that the family could travel. Mrs. Shue earned a Masters in Administration& Leadership from Liberty University, a Masters in Educational Technology, and a Bachelors in Human Development, both from Azusa Pacific University. Mrs. Ruggiero has taught second grade at Gilbert Christian since 2017. Reunion Weekend June 2, 2023. School Notes. Her children attend GCS, and her family worships at Rock Point Church. She received her Bachelors Degree from Vanguard University of Southern California in 2000 and her teaching credential from California State University Dominguez Hills in 2005. Teaching is her passion and she says it is a gift from God, to pour His life into young lives enabling them to grow spiritually, emotionally and academically. Her students have a unique way of beginning each school day. Swimming and Diving Takes Fifth at the State Meet, Saint Ignatius Alumni & Students Present at Accelerate: Citizens Make Change, 1911 West 30th St. | Cleveland, Ohio 44113, Copyright 2023 Saint Ignatius High School. In 2015, she became certified in Career and Technical Education. Claudia is a GCS alum and attended from kindergarten to senior year of high school. I feel very privileged to work in a school where the Lord is the foundation and focus. Though I have been through a variety of trials, I am encouraged to count it all joy as it is Jesus that has transformed my life and I pray he does the same for all of the students I am blessed to work with! In 2008, I began my career in Christian schools serving at El Camino Academy in Bogota, Colombia (2008-2013) where I filled the role of Secondary Principal (2008-2010) and K-12 Director of Academics (2010-2013). She and her husband have two children, a young adult and a student who attends GCHS. We invite you to reconnect when we visit Boston, MA in May. Considering a year of service at your Alma Mater? Joy started at GCS in the fall of 2020. Phone. Nicole earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Drama from the University of Washington. In 2015, he returned to the education field joining GCS at that time. This is my fourth year of teaching and I am very excited to be used by God in fulfilling my passion. She visited the Holy Land with her church, went to St. Vincent on a mission trip with her college basketball team, and visited Rome and Naples with family. Mrs. Jarrett earned her degree in Child Development from Harding University in Arkansas. All winning classes will win tickets to the Red and Blue Celebration on June 3, 2023 at St. Ignatius. I lift up my eyes to the mountainswhere does my help come from? Mr. Jones is very thankful to be part of the GCS team and is thrilled to encourage the next generation of Christian leaders. His desire is to encourage this generation of students to pour out their lives for Jesus. She loves to plan vacations and of course go on them! Matthew 6:27, Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?. For more than three decades, the Annual Fund has been cornerstone of SI's financial security. Learn more about this special program for young alumni that includes volunteer service, professional development, and free Ohio City living. Mr. Stow has traveled to six of the seven continents (Antarctica is on his bucket list). Service Learning Opportunities Directory; MobileServe: Service Tracking Website; Deans' Office. in Secondary Education (Mathematics) and from Grand Canyon University in 2016 earning an M.A. See alumni Follow. Ms. Boylan loves school and loves her students even more. She taught 1st 3rd combination class during her first 7 years at Gilbert Christian. in Exercise Physiology from Grand Canyon University. Mrs. Patterson graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in 1990 receiving a BS in communication and business. Brophy College Preparatory, a private Jesuit, Catholic school, seeks to educate Men for Others to Serve the World, and to form young men who are intellectually competent, open to growth, religious, loving and committed to doing justice qualities of the Jesuit-educated graduate at graduation. Data Library and School Statistical Profile, Faculty Demographic and Qualification Trends, Administration Demographic and Qualifications Trends, Tradationally Under-Represented Minority Trends, Office of Belonging, Equity, and Excellence, Fine Arts Department - SI Graduation Requirement, Financial Assistance Application Timeline, Stanyan St. Rachel attended ASU for her undergrad, receiving her B.S. We began with 38 students and eventually grew to over 600. Both her parents taught at the Christian school she attended from preschool to senior year. Shannon Albert received a Bachelors of Social Science at Azusa Pacific University in 2002. an emphasis in 1985 from NAU. He began working for GCS in 2019. And may you have the power to understand, as all Gods people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love is. Ephesians 3:17-18. Mrs. Dudley decided to go back to school to become a state certified teacher in Early Childhood Education. Much of her experience includes training in science and math, including the opportunity to train teachers to teach science through the D.E.S.E.R.T. He has an amazing wife Kayla, a daughter named Ruby, and a son named Milo. Chris enjoys mountain and road biking, playing soccer, and enjoys being outside with his family. Cassie worships at Redemption Gateway with her family. Before coming to GCS, she taught 4th grade in public school and homeschooled her own children for 15 years. Allison attended Arizona State University and graduated in 2015 with a B.A. Mrs. Zimmerman has a BA in Elementary Education, a MA in Bilingual/Multicultural Education, and is certified by the state of Arizona to teach grades K-8, with endorsements in middle grades (5th 9th) and ESL. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. She fell in love with the marathon and then ultra-marathons, racing frequently until 2017. In February 2014 he joined the GCS community as the high school principal. This page lists several tasks families must complete in order to hit the ground running when the 2023-24 school year starts in August, as well as many optional opportunities to meet other SI families and get involved with the community. For more than three decades, the Annual Fund has been cornerstone of SIs financial security. She joined the GCS team in 2022. She studied International Commerce in her hometown Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico, at Kino University, where she received her bachelors degree. Cassie joined our GCS staff in 2017. Trained (Reading Recovery). Ethan who is in 9th grade and Brady is in 7th. It is my goal as an administrator to cultivate a trusting and productive relationship between parents, students, and staff through a Biblically centered worldview, where students can gain an understanding of the world we live in, interpret life situations and apply Biblical truths in all areas of life. 621 South Selkirk St Thunder Bay, . The Lord is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. 12. We married in 1994 and have two adult daughters. Mr. McCollum joined the GCS administration in 2020. Mrs. McCloskey married her high school sweetheart, Trevor, and they have two dogs, Simba and Nala. He joined the Gilbert Christian Schools staff in 2017. I also hold a Master of Education degree in Educational Administration (1996) and a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education-Mathematics with a minor in the Teaching of Physical Science (1990), both from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Chicago Public High School For Metropolitan Studies (metro). She is thrilled to have the opportunity to share the world of math and how it can be used to glorify God with the GCS students. She and her husband Jason married in 2012 on the beautiful island of Kauai. Mrs. Jorgensen earned an M.A. Before coming to Eastside, Heather worked for six years as a chemistry and physics teacher at St. Ignatius High School and Palo Alto High School. Apr 26 2023. Kathy is so very grateful for the opportunity the Lord has led her to at GCS in 2022, and she looks forward to growing in the love and knowledge of Christ within this beautiful community. Mrs. Boggs began teaching at GCS in 2019. The Shues have two sons and a daughter. Contact us; And this is not of yourselves but it is the gift of God Ephesians 2:8. Mrs. Wilfong is a seasoned Christian teacher with years of experience teaching in upper elementary Christian classrooms both in the Midwest and in the Phoenix area. Kelly loves to read all kinds of books, enjoys traveling when she can get away, and can be found playing cards and board games with her family in most of her free time at home. Simon Peter answered him, Lord, to whom shall we go? She and her husband, Chris, have 2 boys: Asa and Gavin. Tyffany joined the GCS staff in 2020. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA, as well as Masters Degrees in Special Education and Sports Management. Mrs. Perey has been a part of GCS Staff since 2018. Chris has received his B.A. Her family moved to Arizona from the Buckeye state in the summer of 2018, and she homeschooled her daughters in their year of transition before teaching at GCS. His four kids attend GCS and allow him to see his students grow and mature under the guidance of Christian teachers. Event Coordinator & HS STUCO Advisor Conover, Julie. Do they report to you, Here we are? Mr. and Mrs. Henderson currently attend Sun Valley Community Church, while serving in the area of missions. After winning a High School BC AAA Provincial Championship, she went on to play at the University of Victoria. Four new members were inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame, joining an illustrious group of Saint Ignatius alumni. Nothing brings her more joy than getting to teach what she is passionate about every day while helping students and athletes grow spiritually as well. In her spare time, Tammy enjoys baking. Ms. Sarah Gripp graduated from Northern Arizona University with degrees in instrumental music education and violin performance and began teaching at GCS in 2018. Outside of teaching she enjoys spending time with her family, being outdoors and shopping. I desire for my students to be immersed in modeling Gods love as they work diligently through each subject. 311. He received credentials to work as a school counselor and school psychologist. On Wednesday, May 18, 2022 the SI Alumni Board voted to award Justice Peter Siggins '73 the highest honor it bestows upon an alum of St. Ignatius College Preparatory, the Christ the King Award. In her free time, Heather enjoys reading classic literature and traveling. God truly directed me to Christian Education where my philosophy of education is firmly founded in my love for Christ. She and her wonderful husband have been married since 1985 and have 4 wonderful sons and attend Rock Point Church. All funds raised go directly to a scholarship in memory of Koch. Mr. Ramos attends Christ Church in Gilbert with his daughter. List any other special talents or gifts that you would like to share with St. Ignatius School. Ricky graduated from Grand Canyon University in December of 2015, with a Bachelors degree in Christian Studies with an emphasis in Biblical Studies. She can also play the guitar and has led worship at her church in the past. She is so excited to be teaching at GCS and pour into her students as her teachers did for her. Saint Ignatius College Prep is a selective private, coeducational Jesuit college-preparatory school located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Ashlyn has attended Christian schools from kindergarten through college and her favorite subject has always been P.E. SIG offers alumni mothers an opportunity to stay . She has invested the last 20 years into home educating her 4 children, K-12, and has thoroughly enjoyed a busy and full season of teaching in many co-ops as well as offering formal ASL I & ASL II classes for homeschooled high school students! My husband and I are members of Family of Faith Fellowship in Queen Creek where I serve as the Childrens Ministry Director. Prior to teaching at Gilbert Christian, Mrs. Rachoy substituted for music classes in the Mesa Public School district. He has over 15 years of teaching experience and also has experience working in a church and non-profit settings. She taught for 25 years before joining GCS in the fall of 2021. Fax. The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. I will carry you along and save you. Isaiah 46:4. Below is a list featuring many of our well-known graduates. Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. From 2015-2017, Mr. Stow and his family lived and served on a University campus ineastAsia. In the past couple of years they were able to go to San Antonio, TX, Kauai, HI, Washington D.C, Milwaukee, WI, and Huntsville, AL. Mr. Pasquariello enjoys spending time with his family, whether it is a quiet night at home or going out to experience what Arizona has to offer. Cast all your anxiety upon Him because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7. Who is on the SI Alumni Board and who are your class representatives? Mr. Rachel and Nathaniel attend Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Tempe. Vicki and I met and fell in love while teaching at a public high school in the suburbs of Chicago. She is passionate about teaching from a Christian worldview and considers her job an absolute blessing! Mrs. Gonzalez desires to see her students grow in their knowledge, understanding, and love of the Lord while helping them develop a Biblical worldview. Outside of teaching, Tyffany enjoys spending time doing large puzzles and camping, hiking, and biking with her family. March 18, 1987. They have two children: Misael and Michelle, and both love to serve in their church as part of the worship team by playing drums and piano. Carol Ryberg graduated from the University of Arizona in 2018 with a bachelors degree in Linguistics, along with a certificate in teaching English as a second language. She has taught English at Gilbert Christian since 2015 and is looking forward to many years to come! She also enjoys playing sports like volleyball and basketball. Enjoy this new episode which features alumni who have returned to teach the next generation of Ignatians. Do not let your hearts be troubled. Matthew raises his four children by himself after being widowed in January 2013 when his wife suddenly passed away. She loves being outside especially near the ocean or the mountains. Clark, 71, died Sept. 20. Mona and Steve attend Christ Greenfield. My soul will make its boast in the LORD; the humble will hear it and rejoice. Congratulations on joining SI's Class of 2027! Mrs. Hallaran is an Arizona native, married for almost 25 years to her husband Scott, and has three beautiful children, McKenna, Olivia, and Jameson. Being raised in private Christian education, Rachel is so excited to be coming back now as a teacher having the privilege to combine her passions of faith and education. This form is currently not available. Ephesians 2:4-5 But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ-by grace you have been saved.. She began teaching at GCS in 2016 and feels blessed to teach the minds and hearts of her students, keeping Jesus as the focus. Who has the wisdom to count the clouds? It is my role as an educator to address the whole child by providing instruction, opportunity, and setting an example in loving God, loving our neighbors, developing a prayer life, embracing the Great Commission, and walking in purity in our thoughts and actions. Taryn began attending Central, with her family, as a young child and she feels incredibly blessed to be raising her children in the same church/ministries that had such a profound impact on the daughter, wife, mother, and teacher she is today. In my spare time, I love to go camping and hiking and am an avid reader and writer. Amanda was grateful to move back into the classroom when she came to Gilbert Christian. Her favorite things to do are spend time with her family, read, and explore the outdoors. Mrs.Vanni enjoys quiet moments, paint on her hands, the smell of rain before a storm, the sound of waves on the beach, reading a good book, gazing at the stars, and helping someone in need. They continually praise and thank God for His faithfulness and provision as they look forward to another great year. She graduated in 2013 with a Bachelors in English, as well as 3 minors: Secondary Education, TESOL (teaching ESL), and Bible. She married her husband, Chris, in 2000 and had her first baby, Carson, in 2004, then Bethany in 2005. She has taught in various grade levels including 3rd grade, middle school science, elementary and middle school P.E., and high school Bible Teaching. The comprehensive academic programming strikes a balance between classroom instruction and exposure to the real world of health care through hands-on application at Northeast Ohio's internationally acclaimed hospitals. Mr. Heintz is currently attending Redemption Church Gateway. Upon feeling the tugging of the Holy Spirit to enter full-time ministry, I moved our family to California in 1975 to attend Bible college. Explore our Alumni website to find the following & more: Click here for a chart of recent Alumni Givingto see how your class compares to other classes. Her favorite verse is Ephesians 1:17, that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him.. Jenny received her Bachelors in Arts Degree from Western Governors University. Each year, we honor a group of alumni for various awards to recognize their success since graduation and honor their continued commitment to the mission of our school. She has been teaching at Gilbert Christian Schools since 2010. She joined the GCS family in the Fall of 2022. He renewed the certificate in the 2012-2022 school year. She then took a break and came back to GCS to teach science and has blessed the school with the immense task of being the Curriculum Coordinator. She serves and loves her community at Fuente de Vida Church in Chandler, AZ. Rachel started in 2nd grade, but has taught 1st through 4th grade, with 3rd grade being her absolute favorite! She studied piano performance at Western Oregon State University. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:8, and she would love to share it with you in Spanish: Por lo dems, hermanos, todo lo que es verdadero, todo lo honesto, todo lo justo, todo lo puro, todo lo amable, todo lo que es de buen nombre; si hay virtud alguna, si algo digno de alabanza, en esto pensad. Filipenses 4:8. She worked with the Phoenix Girls Chorus for 2 years. Mrs. Martins favorite thing about teaching is sharing the love of Jesus with her students every day. Meets Haight & Ashbury: 1960-1969, Appendices (SI Presidents, Principals, and Rectors; Christ the King Award Recipients; President's Award Recipients; Championship Varsity Teams; San Francisco Prep Hall of Fame Inductees), SF Politics and Other Gov Research Sources, Modern World History: World Leader Term Paper, Spiritus Magis: 150 Years of St. Ignatius College Preparatory, Click here for a chart of recent Alumni Giving. However, before entering full-time ministry, Mr. Jones taught theatre and music for 7 years at a K-12 charter school. She enjoys hiking and paddle boarding, playing piano and singing, spending time with her two children, and watching their many sporting events. Make your mark at Saint Ignatius. She currently attends Two Rivers Church in Gilbert. He is also currently pursuing his Masters in Biblical and Theological Studies at Phoenix Seminary. They are thankful for all of the wonderful churches in the area to choose from. Attend an alumni event. Mike Paasch received his MA in Spanish Linguistics at New Mexico State University and his BA in Political Science at ASU. She then decided to homeschool and did that for 9 years before her children started at GCS in 2020. We have come to believe and to know that you are the Holy One of God. John 6:68-69. His ensembles have consistently received superior ratings at local, state and regional festivals. View all open jobs. He also earned a License to practice as an Educational Psychologist. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. Come out and play on this renovated course and see why its getting rave reviews from the golf world. Prior to this, she was an intern in the NAU Suzuki Strings program, teaching private lessons and helping with group classes for elementary students. And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28. Mark your calendars to join us this summer! in Teacher Leadership. Our ultimate goal is to graduate students whose lives are . And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. She has taught preschool for more than 30 years and has been the Director at previous Christian Preschools. She joined the GCS staff in 2021 after admiring the culture, education and personnel at Gilbert Christian as a parent for the 5 years prior. Manohar (Headmaster) St. Ignatius' High School, Gumla, was established in 1934 and is managed by the Fathers of the Society of Jesus popularly known as Jesuits. The list of names is also useful for getting together a St Ignatius High School reunion if you don't have a complete list of the students from your graduating class of Eric Pfaff '81, Matt Roggenburk '86, Chris Della Vella '96 and Steve . Intranet. Mrs. Tolson is enthusiastic about teaching and brings extensive experience and knowledge to the classroom. Mrs. Gonzalez earned her Bachelors degree in Elementary Education from The Kings College in New York. Please stay tuned for more details. She has been trained in Orton Gillingham, TAP, Heggerty, Spalding, and various other practices. Kristy has been married to her husband Troy since 2004, and they have two children, Charity and Josiah. She has been a volunteer at Sun Valley Community Church in their Special Needs One-On-One Sunday school program and taught elementary music at both Calvary Academy and Faith Christian School in Mesa. It is a religious minority school aided by government. At the same time, he began first as an assistant then as the JV Boys coach at Westwood High School. Deborah Tennison received a Bachelorss Degree from Azusa Pacific University, followed by a fifth-year for her teaching credential in 1996. Class of 1963 - 60th . It doesn't take a huge donation to have a big impact. Blackbaud Login. Ms. Hopper has lived all over the United States, but spent most of her childhood right here in Arizona. They have three beautiful children and two fur babies. She then caught the coaching bug after a summer tour in Taiwan with AIA (Athletes in Action) in 1991. 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.. Mrs. Hoyle and her husband have been married for over 25 years and have four wonderful children. Before joining the GCS in 2014, she taught 4th grade for six years at a California Christian school, and two years at the 4th and 5th grade at Bios Christian Academy. St Ignatius High School Alumni, Class Reunions, Yearbooks, Bulldogs Classmates, and more! Shes been a teacher for 10 years. If Coach MK isnt teaching or coaching you will most likely find her camping, hiking, paddle boarding, enjoying Mimi life, visiting family, or traveling with her husband Gene. Whether in the classroom or an office, working at St. Ignatius is more than a job; it is a grace-filled calling and vocation to serve the students, staff . Sing to the Lord, all the earth; proclaim his salvation day after day. 1 Chronicles 16:23. During those years, she decided to fulfill a life-long goal to complete college and graduated with honors from the University of Phoenix in 2004 with a B.S. with a major in Counselor Education from California State University, Los Angeles. Catharina owns a B.A. . Mr. Ramos is a veteran of the United States Air Force and holds a B.A .in Education with an endorsement in mathematics from Boise State University and is certified by the state of Arizona in science. Mrs. Ray attended grade school at St. Antoninus, high school at Summit Country Day School, and college at Regis University in Denver, CO. Mrs. Ray worked for the Cincinnati Recreation Commission in Therapeutic Recreation directing recreation programs for special needs kids and adults.

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