
Mrs. Janet Ryan
Pre-School TeacherEducation:BA, Elementary Education, Teaching Certificate Pre-K through 6th grade, State University of New York, New Paltz, NY
Verse:Romans 12:2

Mrs. Lindsay Drew
Pre-School AideChristian education is crucial for a young child’s heart, it establishes a firm foundation that can be carried throughout life.
Education:AAS in Child Development, Sussex County Community College
Verse:Matthew 6:33, Isaiah 46:4

Mrs. Anne Ficarella
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (5 Days)Education:BA, Art History and English minor, Columbia University Degree; Masters Degree in Elementary Education, New York University
Verse: Isaiah 26:3-4

Mrs. Joy Kedash
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher (3 Days)It is my pleasure to introduce children to the joy of learning, a love of school, and a feeling of confidence in all they achieve. My ultimate goal is that each child would experience a Christ-like love in the classroom as we seek to please our loving Father in all we do.
Education:BA, Elementary Education, Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ
Verse:Psalm 100:1-5

Mrs. Tiffany Maher
Pre - Kindergarten AideVerse:Romans 8:1

Mrs. Carole Curry
Kindergarten TeacherMy desire is to reach and teach every child where they are and to encourage each child to work to their greatest potential.
Education:BA, Elementary Education, William Paterson College, Paterson, NJ
Verse:Psalm 121:1

Mrs. Anna Williamson
First Grade TeacherI believe God has made each child special with many gifts and abilities. I believe it is my responsibility to teach and challenge my students from a Christ-centered view with excellence. I will encourage them to use their gifts, talents, and learning to bring glory to Christ.
Education:BS, Elementary Education, minor in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), Messiah College, Mechanicsburg, PA
Verse:Psalm 118:24

Mrs. Jessica Okken
First Grade AideVerse:1 Timothy 4: 9-12

Mrs. Chelsey Ritson
First Grade AideVerse:Hebrews 3:13

Mrs. Betty Lynn Becker
Second Grade TeacherAs a second grade teacher, working with very impressionable children, it is my responsibility to challenge and encourage these children to learn and build upon their gifts and talents from a Christ-centered perspective. As I prepare them for third grade, it is my goal that they use all that God has given them to honor and glorify Him, rather than themselves. I pray daily for my students, that they will know Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.
Education:BS, Elementary Education, Taylor University, Upland, IN; Additional training in Special Education, William Paterson University, Paterson, NJ
Verse:John 3:16

Mrs. Courtney Salvigsen
Third Grade TeacherEducation:Bachelor of Science in Bible and Elementary Education, Clarks Summit University
Verse:Ephesians 3:20-21, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, Proverbs 3:5-6

Mrs. Megan Carlson
Fourth Grade TeacherThe Lord our God is at the very center of all learning, and when given the right tools, every student can learn of His creation and all its unique parts.
Education:B.A., English, minor Elementary Education William Paterson University, Paterson, NJ
Verse:2 Peter 1:5-7

Miss Madeline Lenze
Fifth Grade TeacherWith a desire to reach and connect to each child where they are, I am eager to work together with students to reach their academic and spiritual goals and strive towards achieving their greatest potential in order to bring glory to God.
Education:BA, Major in Early Childhood Education, Minor in Bible, Cedarville University, Cedarville, OH
Verse:Proverbs 27:17,19

Mrs. Rebecca Toledo
Sixth Grade Homeroom Teacher, Sixth - Seventh Grade Math & Algebra I, Eighth Grade Physical ScienceEducation:BS in Biology, Montclair State University, NJ; MA in Science Education, Relay Graduate School, NJ
Verse:Colossians 3:23

Miss Anna Poet
Sixth and Seventh Grade Life Science TeacherEducation:BA in Biblical Theology and Elementary Education, Appalachian Bible College

Miss Kim Koppenaal
Seventh Grade Homeroom, Middle School Literature, Sixth and Seventh Grade Bible, Eighth Grade MathEducation:BS in Social Studies with minor in Secondary Education and a MA in Special Education, East Stroudsburg University, PA
Verse:Romans 8:28

Mrs. Abbie Vallimont
Eighth Grade Homeroom Teacher, Middle School History, English & GrammarI believe that God made each child a unique individual, and as an educator, my goal is to meet the educational needs of each of my students. I desire to provide a learning environment that is secure, caring, and stimulating in which my students can grow and mature emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially. With God’s help, I desire to help each student meet his or her fullest potential by providing an environment that is safe, supports risk-taking, and invites a sharing of ideas.
Education:BS, Special Education Ages 3-21, Lock Haven University, Lock Haven, PA
Verse:Philippians 4:13, Proverbs 3:5-6

Pastor Scott Stine
Eighth Grade BibleI want to help shape a BIblical worldview in my students by walking with them through the redemptive story of Scripture, that their minds would be transformed to think how God wants them to, and their hearts would rest in Jesus the friend of sinners.
Education:BA, Religion - Trevecca Nazarene University; MTS, Doctrine and History - Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary; PhD student, Theology - Columbia Biblical Seminary
Verse:John 17:3

Mrs. Shannon Baloche
ParaprofessionalIt is my desire to support the students and teachers of NCS to help them achieve their best as we are called to do in Colossians 3:23-24.
Education:BA, Communications, Messiah College; CE, Passaic County College
Verse:Jeremiah 29:11

Mrs. Holly Carr
Spanish Teacher (Grades 4-8)God made us to learn about His world and how to serve Him in it.
Education:BA, Sociology, Douglass College-Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.
Verse:2 Cor. 10:4-6

Mrs. Leah Christensen
Art TeacherAll subject matter must be taught from the aspect of God as creator, sustainer, and savior of the universe.
Education:Diploma, Interior Design, Berkeley College
Verse:Psalm 73:25

Mrs. Arin Gunn-Russell
Music TeacherEducation:BS in Elementary Education and Communications, Rider University, Lawrenceville, NJ
Verse:Mark 11:24

Miss Rebecca Myhren
Computer TeacherEducation:BA, English with a minor in American Sign Language and Interpreting, Liberty University, VA
Verse:2 Timothy 4:1-8

Mrs. Christen Mazzarella
Resource Room TeacherEducation:BA in Special Education, William Paterson University, NJ
Verse:Proverbs 3:5-6

Mrs. Jessica Quinn
Physical Education TeacherI am so overjoyed to be able to be teaching students every day and sharing God’s Word. I believe that as their teacher, my goal is to educate them, most importantly, for loving God and being Christ-like in their behaviors towards their friends, family, teachers, and others.
Education:BA, Elementary Education, Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ; Certified Personal Trainer
Verses:Lamentations 3:22-24, Psalms 100:5, Isaiah 40:31, and Philippians 1:6

Mrs. Nanette Turner
Library Teacher (PS-5th grade)As Librarian, each student will be encouraged to grow in Christ and community while enhancing research skills and character development.
Education:BS with majors in Elementary Education and English, Caldwell University, NJ
Verse:1 Samuel 12:24

Mrs. Rhoda Vreeland
Special ServicesEducation:BS Elementary Education, MS Special Education, Centenary College, NJ

Mrs. Janet Robbins
Administrative AssistantEducation:BA Social Work, Asbury College, Wilmore, KY
Verse:Psalm 84:1-12

Mrs. Gina Seifert
Administrative AssistantEducation:BS, Elementary Education, minor in Media and Communication Technology, East Stroudsburg University, PA
Verse:Isaiah 41:10

Mrs. Donna DiSarno
BookkeeperEncourage and assist students in understanding who they are and equip them to stand in a fallen world.
Education:Rutgers University
Verse:2 Corinthians 12:9

Mrs. Donna Grossman
School NurseEducation:BSN Nursing, Suny, Stonybrook University; Masters in Human Services, Marriage Family Counseling, Liberty University, VA
Verse:Romans 8:35-39

Mrs. Courtney Bescherer
Office AssistantVerse:Hebrews 6:19

Mrs. Joanne Holcomb
Office AssistantEducation:Nursing, Mountainside Hospital School of Nursing, Montclair, NJ
Verse:Psalm 103:1-5

Mr. Thomas Krause
GroundsVerse:Colossians 3:23-24