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All our teachers are highly qualified, certified, and hold college degrees. They bring a rich diversity of experiences and teaching background from both public and private schools.They're committed to excellence and modeling Christian values and lifestyle. Most importantly, they challenge and nurture each student toward reaching his/her academic and spiritual potential.
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| Teacher: Rashelle Earhart
Class: Preschool 3 & 4 year olds
Rashelle has a degree in Early Childhood Education and has over 14 years of experience working with young children. She loves sharing in their wonder and excitement about the world around them, and feels privileged to be a part of their first school experience! A native of Dallas, Rashelle and her husband, Carl, love raising their two daughters in their hometown with both of their families close by. Rashelle enjoys spending time with her family, scrap-booking, and reading. "I feel blessed to be a part of Faith Christian School and to be sharing the love of Jesus with young children every day."
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| Teacher: Suzi Hogan
Class: Kindergarten
Suzi Hogan has taught students in grades pre-Kindergarten through ninth grade at five schools in Oregon. She earned a Bachelor's in English from Portland State University, a Master's in Teaching from George Fox University, and a Reading Endoresement through Western Oregon University. She is a Teacher Consultant for the Oregon Writing Project at Willamette University. Her favorite teaching quote is: "Who dares to teach must never cease to learn." - John Cotton Dana
Suzi lives with her husband, Errin, and their two children in West Salem. Her life purpose is to bring honor to God and she is grateful for the opportunity to work in a Christian school. When she's not teaching, Suzi enjoys spending time with her family, collecting picture books, and exploring the world. Her favorite bible verse is: "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." Mathew 6:33 NIV
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| Teacher: Heather Ivey
Class: 1st / 2nd Grade
Heather graduated with honors from Northwest Christian College in Eugene, Oregon with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. She joined the FCS staff with 4 years experience teaching Kindergarten and Literacy in the Salem-Keizer area. She holds a teaching license and certification through the State of Oregon. She has a passion for training young children and her teaching emphasizes phonics, handwriting, math, science, social studies, Bible, and learning school social skills. She feels privileged to teach 1st/2nd grade at Faith Christian School because she loves being able to share the good news of our Lord Jesus with her students. "FCS is a perfect place to grow and train a child in the way he/she should go." Heather and her husband live in Dallas with their four children and enjoy leading music at their church.
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| Teacher: Jacque Allen
Class: 3rd & 4th Grade
Jacque and her husband, Steve, have been married for 33 years and are both native Oregonians. They have three children and four wonderful grandchildren whom she dearly loves spending time with.
Jacque has been teaching for over 20 years. Her best years, by far, have been the past nine years teaching at Faith Christian School. "The caring, encouraging staff and Christ-centered atmosphere make teaching here a blessing to me." She has always enjoyed school and as a teacher strives to share that passion for learning with her students, not only in academics but in her love for our Lord. When she isn't in the classroom you can find her hiking or fly fishing. A tomboy at heart she loves spending time outdoors enjoying God's creation.
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| Teacher: Ashlee Heide
Class: 5th/6th/7th Grades
Ashlee graduated from Corbin College in Salem with a BS in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. She spent a year teaching 2nd and 3rd grades at an American Christian School in Brasov, Romania. She attended Faith Christian School for Jr. High and is thrilled to be able to become involved with the school again in a teaching role. "Having experienced a Christ-centered education first-hand, I am very excited to have the opportunity to teach in a school that not only encourages academic excellence, but more importantly, encourages a life-long relationship with the Lord."
Ashlee is planning on beginning work on her Master's in Special Education with an endorsement in Deaf Education.
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