Penn View Christian School

Mr. Dave Alderfer
Technology Coordinator
B.A. in Elementary Education from Temple University; M.ED. in Special Education from Temple University

“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Genesis 1:1

Mrs. Clara Aldrich
Early Childhood Aide
B.A. in Broadcasting from Montclair State University

“As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.” Isaiah 55:10-11

Mrs. Jean Anders
Food Service Assistant

"I can do everything through him who gives me strength."  Philippians 4:13

Mr. John Anderson
Director of Food Service
Drexel University, Temple University, and obtained Associates Degree in Restaurant Management from Philadelphia Restaurant School

^“Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth.” 
1 John 3:18

Mr. Harry Anselmo
Middle School Science Teacher
B.S. from Eastern University, also attended Stockton State College and Glassboro State College

“Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you.”
Romans 12: 1-3

Mrs. Melanie G. Baker
Middle School Bible Teacher, Middle School Family & Consumer Science Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education from Eastern Mennonite University, Masters in Environmental Education from Arcadia University

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”  John 3:16

Mrs. Jill Barber
Elementary Music
B.S. in Early Childhood/Elementary Ed. from Temple University

“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.” Jeremiah 29:11

Mrs. Donna J. Barndt
3rd Grade Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education/Early Childhood from Millersville State University; M.S. in Education from Wilkes University

^“Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.”  Matthew 22:37

Mrs. Shelley Berg
Instrumental Music Instructor (Bands and Jazz Band)
B. M. in Music Education and M.M. in Music Education from Ithaca College

“Sing to Him a new song; play skillfully, and shout for joy” Psalm 33:3

Mrs. Betty A. Bergey
Bookkeeper

“For everything comes from God alone, everything lives by his power, everything is for his glory.”  Romans 11:36

Mrs. Kim Bergey
Fifth Grade Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education from Messiah College

“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart; for whether I am in chains or defending and confirming the gospel, all of you share in God's grace with me. God can testify how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus. And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God.” Philippians 1:3-11

Mrs. Crucita Berrios
Food Service Assistant

"The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.  He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever." Psalm 23

Mrs. Cathy Derstine
Kindergarten Aide

“And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God.” Philippians 1:9-11

Mrs. Kim Dufresne
Kindergarten Aide
B.S. in Psychology from Towson State University

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding.  Seek His will in all you do and he will direct your paths.” Proverbs 3:5-6

Miss Hilary Dunham
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
B.S. in Bible from Philadelphia Biblical University, M.Ed. from Philadelphia Biblical University

“But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that the all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.” 2 Corinthians 4:7

Mrs. Carolyn Ford
Early Childhood Aide

"Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart."  Psalm 37:4

Mr. Michael George
Seventh & Eighth Grade Social Studies Teacher
B.A. in History and Social Science, Secondary Education Licensure from Eastern Mennonite University

^"Then Jesus declared, 'I am the bread of life, he who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty'.” John 6:35

Mrs. Denise Good
Cashier/Bookeeper
B.S. in Social Work from Eastern Mennonite University

"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."   Jeremiah 29:11

Mrs. Lisa Graham
Elementary Administrative Assistant
B.S. Computer Science from Kutztown University
M.S. Ed. Elementary Education from the University of Pennsylvania

"Turn from evil and do good' seek peace and pursue it." Colossians 3:15

Mrs. Beverly Guengerich
First grade teacher
B.S. in Consumer Science Education from Eastern Mennonite University; Early Childhood & Elementary Education Certification from Eastern College

“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.” Jeremiah 29:11

Mrs. Susan Hadden
Early Childhood Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education; B.S. in Bible from Philadelphia Biblical University

“Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Hebrews 4:16

Mrs. Paula Henderson
Kindergarten Aide

"I can do everything through Him who gives me strength."  Philippians 4:13

Mrs. Breean Hill
Second Grade Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education from Gwynedd-Mercy College

“A Cheerful look brings joy to your heart” Proverbs 15:30

Mrs. Tara A. Holman
Office Manager
B.S. in Secondary Education (Math) from Penn State University

“At that time Jesus said, "I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. Yes, Father, for this was your good pleasure. "All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”  Matthew 11:25-30

Mrs. Alicia Hunsberger
Third Grade Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education with a concentration in Early Childhood from Elizabethtown College

“May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as ours does for you.” 1 Thessalonians 3:12

Mrs. Jillian Immel
Kindergarten Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education/Special Education/Early Childhood from Eastern University

“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."  Jeremiah 29:11

Mrs. Alice S.W. Keppley
Middle School Art Instructor (Grades 5-8 Art, 6th Gr. Bible)
B.S. in Art Education from Kutztown University; M.S. in Art Education from Kutztown University

“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”  James 1:17

Mrs. Suzanne Kratz
Playground Aide
B.S. in Liberal Arts with Psych and Theater focus from Eastern Mennonite University

“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear.  Is not life more important than food, and the body more important than clothes? Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them...But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.  Each day has enough trouble of its own.”  Matthew 6:25-34

Mr. Michael L. Lambright
Athletic Director, Middle School Health & Physical Education Teacher
B.S. in Physical Education & Health from Goshen College, M.S. in Sport Psychology from Penn State University

“Be joyful always; pray continually.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-17

Mrs. Laura Beth Landes
Middle School Music Teacher, Choir and Handbell Director
B.A. in Music Education with a focus on Vocal Studies from Bluffton University

“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother's womb.  I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.  My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place.  When I was woven together in the depths of the earth, your eyes saw my unformed body.  All the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.” Psalm 139:13-16

Mr. Jan Landis
Assistant Facilities Manager
Business Management from Montgomery County Community College

“. . . Therefore come out from them and be separate, says the Lord.  Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you.  I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.  Since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.”  2 Corinthians 6:11-7:1

Mrs. Trish Landis
Kindergarten Teacher
B.A. in Elementary Education from Kutztown University

“I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

Ms. Kathryn Lear
Strings Instructor
B.M. in Music Education from Grove City College

“My flesh and my heart may fail but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”  Psalm 73:26

Mrs. Ruth A. Maxwell
Second Grade Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education from West Chester University

“Do to others as you would have them do to you.” Luke 6:31

Mrs. Kristen McKamy
Early Childhood Teacher
B.A. in Elementary & Special Education from Bloomsburg University

“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.” Romans 8:28

Mrs. Alissa Messina
School Counselor
B.A. in Sociology/Social Welfare from The University of Delaware; M.A. in School Counseling with Elementary Certification from Eastern College

“In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps."  Proverbs 16:9

Mrs. Bonnie Miller
Middle School Administrative Assistant
A.A.S. in Computer Processing from Eastern Mennonite University

“Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice.” Philippians 4:4

Mrs. Gem Miller
First Grade teacher
B.A. Elementary Education from Cedar Crest College; Graduate Work from St. Joseph’s University

“And what does the Lord require of you?  To act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly before the Lord your God.” Micah 6:8

Miss Kipp Moyer
Third grade teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education from Taylor University; Masters Degree in Reading/Certified Reading Specialist from Gwynedd Mercy College

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”  Proverbs 3:5-6

Mrs. Myrna Moyer
Second Grade Teacher
B.A. in Elementary Education from Eastern Mennonite University

“I can do all things through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13

Mrs. Nancy C. Moyer
Piano Instructor
Philadelphia Conservatory of Music, Princeton U. School of  Music

“But when the fullness of the time had come, God sent forth His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those who were under the law, that we might receive the adoption as sons. And because you are sons, God has sent forth the Spirit of His Son into your hearts, crying out, “Abba, Father!” Therefore you are no longer a slave but a son, and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.” Galatians 4:4-7

Mrs. Libby Musselman
Elementary Art Teacher
B.A. in Studio Art and Art Education from Rosemont College

“In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:6

 Mrs. Bonita Ness
 Early Childhood Teacher
 B.S. in Elementary Education from Messiah College

 "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.  In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths." Proverbs 3:5,6

Miss Karen F. Nofziger
Sixth Grade and Eighth Grade Math Teacher
B.A. in Middle School Education from Goshen College; Masters in Math Education from Arcadia University

“For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10

Mrs. Kimberly O'Connell
Early Childhood Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education from Cabrini College

“To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven."  Ecclesiastes 3:1

Mrs. Heidi Lynn Painter
Seventh Grade English & Literature Teacher
B.A. in English Communications for Secondary Education from Eastern College

“Many nations will come and say, "Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us his ways, so that we may walk in his paths." The law will go out from Zion, the word of the LORD from Jerusalem.”  Micah 4:2

Mrs. Lisa Reichley
Middle School Science Teacher
B.S. in Secondary Education Earth/Space Science from West Chester University

“I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13

Mrs. Sharon Marie Reynolds
Intermediate Learning Support
B.A. in Elementary Education and Psychology from Eastern College

“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10

Mrs. Amy Rodriguez
Fifth Grade Teacher
B.A. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from Millersville University

“Do not judge, and you will not be judged.  Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned.  Forgive, and you will be forgiven.” Luke 6:37

Mrs. Jane Roth
Fourth Grade Teacher
B.A. in Early Childhood Education from Eastern Mennonite University: M.Ed. from Cabrini
Graduate classes at Millersville University and Eastern Mennonite University

“But those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”  Isaiah 40:31

Mrs. Cheryl Ryder
Health and Physical Education Teacher
B.A. in Health and Physical Education from Messiah College

“Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 3:13-14

Mrs. Janet Sandeen
Learning Support Chair, Grades 5-8 Learning Support Teacher
B.A. in Elementary Education from College of William & Mary; Masters in Special Education from Arcadia University

“But seek first his kingdom and high righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.  Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.  Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matthew 6:33-34

Mrs. Juanita E. Santiago
Elementary Spanish Teacher
B.A. in Elementary Education

“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.” Jeremiah 29:11

Mrs. Aggie Schmidt
Fourth Grade Teacher
B.A. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from Gwynedd Mercy College

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13

Mrs. Monica Schroeder
Eighth Grade English & Literature Teacher, Sixth Grade Spanish Teacher
B.S. in Secondary Education & English from Taylor University, M.A. in writing from Arcadia University

“but when perfection comes, the imperfect disappears.” 1 Corinthians 13:10

Mrs. Brenda Shelly
School Nurse
R.N. Allentown Hospital School of Nursing affiliated with Muhlenberg College

“You will guide me with your counsel and afterward receive me to glory.  Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is none upon earth that I desire besides You.  My flesh and my heart fail; but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
Psalm 73:24-26   

Miss Mary Slemmer
Fourth Grade Teacher
B.S. in Elementary Education from Kutztown University; Masters in Computer Education from Beaver College (now Arcadia University);Gratz College Graduate Work

“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.”  Galatians 2:20

Mrs. Shawn Smith
Fifth Grade Teacher
B.A. in Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education from Gwynedd Mercy College

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

Mr. Devin Souder
Facilities Manager

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord."  Romans 6:23

Mrs. Linda Souder
Office Assistant

“And what does the Lord require of you?  To act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly before the Lord your God.” Micah 6:8

Mrs. Jennifer Studt
Sixth Grade English and Literature
B.S. in Elementary Education from University of Delaware

^“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” 1 Corinthians 13: 4-7

Mrs. Jan Swartley
School Counselor, Seventh Grade Math
B.S.Ed. in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from Shippensburg University; M.Ed. in Counseling Psychology from Lehigh University

^“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:4-7

Mrs. Kathleen Taylor
Fifth Grade Teacher
B.S. in Education from Mansfield University

"I am the LORD your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go.” Isaiah 48:17b

Mrs. Joy Thomas
Librarian
B.S. in Elementary Education from Messiah College; Masters in Technology from Arcadia University

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the LORD, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.” Isaiah 43:2-3a

Mrs. Ruthanne Thomas
Food Prep Assistant

"Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the LORD is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." Psalm 100

Mrs. Michelle Waldspurger
Food Service Assistant
Attended Temple University

"Be kind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving one another." Ephesians 4:32

Mrs. Kathi Welby
Early Childhood Teacher Aide

"...in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight."  Proverbs 3:6

Mrs. Joan Wismer
Primary Learning Support

B.A. in Elementary Education and Music from Bluffton College (now Bluffton University), Masters in Reading from Gwynedd-Mercy College, Certification as a reading specialist (K-12)

^“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”      Philippians 4: 6-7

"Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name and you are mine." Isaiah 43:1