Christ the King School Staff

Name:

Mrs. Susan Hooker

Position:

Principal

Education:

BS Degree, Elementary Education, Eastern Michigan University.
Masters of Arts Degree, Educational Leadership, St. Louis University.

Certifications:

Paul VI Religious Institute - Catchist, Coordinator of Religious Education.
State of Missouri Principal's Certificate.

Experience:

Grades 4, 5, 6 Teacher - OurLady of Sorrows School, Our Lady of Provicence School.
Learning Consultant - St. Joan of Arc School, Linda Vista Catholic School.
Coordinator of Religious Education - St. Justin the Martyr School.
Principal - St. Dominic Savio School.

Hobbies:

I enjoy time with my family, reading, writing, cooking, gardening, decorating, scrapbooking, and shopping!

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I value the community spirit of CKS - supportive parents, kind, caring students, dedicated faculty and staff. It is an honor to be a part of this school family.

Name:

Rev. Timothy Foley

Position:

Pastor, Christ the King Church

Name:

Janice Schneider

Position:

Preschool Director

Education:

I have a BS in Elementary Education from Central Missouri State University.
I have a Masters in Education from the University of Missouri, St. Louis.

Experience:

I started as the Director of the preschool at Christ the King when it opened in 2001.
I taught Kindergarten at Christ the King school from 1989 to 2001.
I also taught Kindergarten for the Department of Defense, Dependent Schools (DoDDS) in Crete, Greece for 5 years.
I did substitute teaching for the DoDDS K-8 for 2 years in Rimini, Italy and 1 year in Crete, Greece.
I taught preschool in St. Louis, Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Tampa Florida.
I taught Kindergarten in the St. Louis Public Schools for 1 year.

Hobbies:

I enjoy gardening, embroidery, my grandchildren and helping my family.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

Teaching at Christ the King school is unique. The students are interested in learning. They care about themselves and their peers. We also have a tremendous group of parents interested in the best for their children.

Name:

Judith Gwen Baker

Position:

Preschool Teacher

Education:

I have a BA in Elementary Education with a minor in English from Washington University.

Experience:

I was a third grade teacher at Willow Brook School.
I was also a Title I teacher in University City, taught at JCC Nursery School and substituted in several schools.

Hobbies:

I enjoy antiques, gardening and volunteering for several community organizations.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I enjoy teaching in the warm family-type atmosphere that is manifested within the school.

Name:

Mrs. Malinda Callanan

Position:

Kindergarten Teacher

Education:

I have a BA in Elementary Education from Fontbonne University.

Certifications:

Elementary Education

Experience:

Before joining CKS I worked as a teacher assistant in a first grade classroom.

Hobbies:

I enjoy gardening and crafts.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I enjoy working at CKS because the parents and faculty are more than willing to go out of their way to help. It is great to work with such wonderful parents that are willing to help in their children's education.

Name:

Dawn Duncan

Position:

1st Grade Teacher

Education:

I graduated Magna Cum Laude at Harris Stowe State University with a B.S. in Elementary Education with a minor in Social Studies.

Experience:

This is my 10th year teaching in Catholic Schools. I have taught first, second, fifth and sixth grades. After 6 years at Resurrection of our Lord, the school closed and I was fortunate to follow my students to St. John the Baptist. And now God has now called me to CKS.

Hobbies:

I enjoy reading, swimming, hiking, biking and camping with my four children.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I look forward to a place were my family and I can become a part of the diverse and accepting family of CKS.

Name:

Nancy Zundel

Position:

2nd Grade Teacher

Education:

Elementary Education Certification, Harris Stowe State College
B.S. in Business Administration, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Experience:

I have taught and enjoyed both first and third grade at St. Luke the Evangelist School.

Hobbies:

I enjoy gardening, cooking, reading, and spending time with my three sons.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I look forward to the opportunity to work with you, as a member of your team, at Christ the King School.

Name:

Mary Voskamp

Position:

3rd Grade Teacher

Education:

I have a BS in Elementary Education and a BA in Business with a major in Accounting. I moved from accounting into the field of education.
I have a Master of Arts in Teaching in Computer Studies from Webster University.

Certifications:

Lifetime Certification for Elementary (K-8) and Special Education (K-9) - State of Missouri.
Basic Elementary Religious Teaching Certification - Paul VI Institute
Developmental Approach in Science and Health Certification (DASH) – This certification provides a hands-on, lab approach to teaching science and health to younger children.

Experience:

I started teaching at Christ the King in 1999.
I have over 19 years of teaching experience.

Hobbies:

I enjoy gardening, family, baseball, football, and hockey and my two dogs, Goldie and Marni.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I feel Christ the King is the best school I have had the pleasure to work for. The parents are wonderful, caring parents. The staff is very giving and possess many gifts that they demonstrate for special school activities such as Catholic Schools week. Christ the King is a truly blessed parish with caring administration from both Sister Rosella and Father John. Thank you CKS for the opportunity to work with you.

Name:

Mrs. Bresnahan

Position:

4th Grade Homeroom Teacher
5th, 6th, 7th and 8th Grade Math Teacher

Education:

I have a B.A. and a Masters in Elementary Education

Experience:

I have been teaching at Christ the King since 2004.
I have been teaching in Catholic education for 33 years.

Hobbies:

I enjoy reading, walking, travel, and entertaining friends and family

Why I Enjoy CKS:

The welcoming, warm, and friendly atmosphere at Christ the King school makes teaching here a pleasure. The entire faculty is genuinely concerned for each student and the cooperation among the entire staff is excellent. I am truly happy to be teaching here.

Name:

Denise Kerr

Position:

5th Grade Home Room Teacher
4th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Education:

I have a BS in Elementary Education from Illinois State University.

Certifications:

Catechist Religious Certiification through Paul VI Institute.
Developmental Approach to Science and Health (DASH) certification.

Experience:

I have over 27 years teaching experience in Catholic Education.

Hobbies:

I enjoy animals (particularly cats), horseback riding, and gardening. My greatest passion is reading.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I like teaching at Christ the King school because the children bring me great joy. They inspire me to set new goals and reach greater heights with my teaching.

Name:

Mrs. Deborah Koch

Position:

6th Grade Homeroom Teacher
4th Grade Science and English Teacher
7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher

Education:

I have a BA & BS from the University of Missouri and a MA in Education from Lindenwood University.

Experience:

I have eleven years of experience in teaching in Catholic schools.

Hobbies:

I enjoy hiking, music and travel.

What I believe a school should be:

I believe school is place to explore, read, write, imagine, and create.

Name:

Peggy Shanks

Position:

7th Grade Homeroom Teacher
6th and 8th grade English Teacher

Education:

I have a B.S. in Education from Harris Stowe State University with an emphasis in Language Arts and Social Studies.

Experience:

I have been a substitute teacher for Christ the King Catholic School and for the University City School District since 2000.
I have taught and tutored low-income women for a local organization called Women in Charge.

Hobbies:

I enjoy playing golf, gardening, and completing crossword puzzles.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

Christ the King School (CKS) embraces diversity and realizes the potential of all children. As a parent of a child who attended CKS for nine years, I have seen firsthand the dedication and commitment put forth for the success of each child.

Name:

Robert J. Stieferman

Position:

7th Grade Homeroom Teacher
6th and 8th Grade Social Studies

Education:

I have a BA from Xavier University with additional graduate studies in school administration at St. Louis University

Certifications:

Life Teaching Certificate in Social Studies - State of Missouri.
Religion Coordinator Certificate from the Paul VI Institute.

Experience:

I have over 25 years teaching and adminisrative experience in Ohio, Arkansas, Florida, and Missouri.

Hobbies:

I enjoy art, hiking, and reading.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I believe the student body of Christ the King school is so unique primarily because of its diversity and genuine respect, care, and harmony that exist among the students.

Name:

Neil Schulte

Position:

8th Grade Homeroom Teacher
6th Grade Religion and Literature Teacher
7th Grade English and Literature Teacher

Education:

I have a BA in Spanish from Benedictine Colllege.

Certifications:

Lifetime Teaching Certification - State of Missouri.
Coordinator of Religion Education (CRE) certification - Paul VI Institute.

Experience:

I have been teaching at Christ the King school since 1995.
I have 26 years of experience in teaching and coaching in Archdiocensan secondary and elementary schools.
I was the principal for 4 years at All Souls school.

Hobbies:

I enjoy sports, including jogging. I like to read. I especially enjoy reading Civil War history and historical fiction.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I enjoy teaching at Christ the King school because I find the students extremely friendly and cooperative. Christ the King, with its cultural diversity, provides a unique learning environment. The parents are very supportive and the faculty and staff are great people with whom to work.

Name:

Amy D'Agrosa

Position:

Spanish Teacher for All Grades

Education:

I have a BA in History and Spanish from St. Louis University
I have a MA in Spanish from St. Louis Unversity

Experience:

I began teaching at the Christ the King in 2003
I taught beginning and intermediate Spanish as a teacher's assistant during my masters degree program.
I lived in Spain and went to Spanish school in Madrid, Spain.
I was a foreign student advisor while attending St. Louis University.

Hobbies:

I enjoy reading, sewing, archeology, psychology, history, and cultural immersion.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I like teaching at Christ the King school because my children attend school here. My schedule will revolve around theirs. I also have the opportunity to teach something I love.

Name:

Rosemary S. Hiss

Position:

Technology Teacher and Coordinator for All Grades

Education:

I have a BA in Social Studies and Education from Mary Manse College.
I have a MA in Computer Education from Fontbonne University.

Certifications:

Fundamentals Approach to Science Teaching (FAST) Science Certification.

Experience:

I began teaching at Christ the King school in 1992.
I have been teaching computers for all grades since 2000.
I have over 20 years experience in teaching in Ohio and Texas before Christ the King.

Hobbies:

I enjoy my family, reading, travel, gardening, and exercise.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

The uniqueness of Christ the King comes from the diversity of our students. Each student is able to develop and grow within a firm Christian foundation that helps nuture acceptance and consideration of one another.

Name:

Carol Kaminsky

Position:

Art Teacher for All Grades

Education:

I have a BFA in Painting from Washington University.
I have a BS in special education for the deaf and hard of hearing from Washington University plus additional Master's level courses.

Certifications:

Lifetime Certification in Elementary Education K-8 - State of Missouri.
Lifetime Certification in Education for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing 1-8 - State of Missouri.

Experience:

I have been teaching at Christ the King school since 2003.
I have over 16 years full-time teaching experience.
I have over 11 years experience as a full-time artist and painter.
I have completed consulting work for various St. Louis school districts.
I have been a professional storyteller for a number of years. I have taught storytelling at the college level.
I have shown my artwork in New York and I have performed for all the major cultural institutions in St. Louis.

Hobbies:

I enjoy singing and opera, walking, painting, nature (backpacking and floating), storytelling, and writing.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I have two great memories already here at Christ the King. The first is when the children heard a story then saw the great artwork that was inspired by it. They were in awe! The second was when the children realized that they could learn to be an artist - that it involved skills they could master. The expressions on their faces were priceless.

Name:

Susan Pankratz.

Position:

Music Teacher for All Grades

Name:

Gretchen Labelle

Position:

Volunteer P.E. Teacher

Education:

I have a BS in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from the University of Missouri, St. Louis

Experience:

I have coached for many years and feel I can help students increase fitness and the awareness of fitness needs in our lives. I strongly stress sportsmanship, acceptance of our physical differences, as well as teach the basic skills.

Hobbies:

I enjoy many sports. I played competitive volleyball, basketball, and softball through high school. I also enjoy bike riding, gardening and small construction projects.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

I feel the students at Christ the King school are unique in that they all bring something to the table. Our economic and ethnic diversity broadens and strengthens all of the students, teachers, and families. We are blessed to have opportunities that many children do not experience.

Name:

Molly Margaret Winget

Position:

Full-Time Primary Aide

Education:

I have a bachelors in arts degree from Spring Hill College.

Experience:

This will be my second year as the full-time primary aide at CKS.

Hobbies:

I love playing and teaching tennis. I also love to be with my family and friends.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

The moment I stepped into the front hall of CKS I knew it was going to be a special place. The entire staff made me feel at home. The children and their families make CKS a loving and caring community. I am proud to be a member.

Name:

Laura Phillips

Position:

Learning Consultant

Education:

I attended St. Louis University

Certifications:

Elementary Education, Reading Specialist, Certified Parent Educator, Certified in ADHD and also Religion Certified.

Experience:

I have 18 years of experience as an educator for the Archdiocese as an elementary school teacher and also as a learning consultant.

Hobbies:

I enjoy my family and friends. Also traveling, reading, and redecorating- I'm a big HGTV fan.

Why I Enjoy CKS:

When I briefly worked with the staff this spring they were great people and easy to work with.

Name:

Sue Dee

Position:

CKS Secretary

Experience:

Mrs. Dee has been the secretary at Christ the King for 20 years. She was baptized at Christ the King Church and was a student at Christ the King School when the old school building was still standing. She has had two sons, Bill and Tim, both now grown, that attended Christ the King School. Her relationship with CKS goes back a long way.