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| Name |
| Anna Vangeest |
| Occupation |
| Grade 3 |
| Info |
| As a recent graduate of Calvin University, Anna is joining us for her first full-time teaching assignment.
She is passionate about special education and particularly enjoys teaching children how to read. When
she’s not in the classroom, Anna loves to travel. |
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| Name |
| Erica Schuster |
| Occupation |
| Gr. 3/4 Teacher |
| Info |
| M. Ed, B.A., B.Ed., OCT, CSTC -
Watching children have those moments where everything suddenly makes sense is just one of many reasons why I teach. Everyday holds something new in class and my students and I love seeing the wonders of God's world through our studies. My three favourite things are shoes, Starbucks, and books. In my free time, I can be found on the beach, reading, or just spending time outdoors. |
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| Name |
| Nadja VanBrenk |
| Occupation |
| Grade 4 |
| Info |
| BSc, BEd, OCT - I have been a supply teacher and a Grade 6 teacher previously. I am extremely excited to be teaching Grade 4 at WCS. I enjoy teaching students curriculum content but also how to be a good citizen and Christian in this world. When I am not teaching I enjoy badminton, soccer, and hiking. |
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| Name |
| Tony Schaafsma |
| Occupation |
| Grade 5 |
| Info |
| B.E., O.C.T., C.S.T.C. - Children are precious and it is an honour to join them in their journey of learning. I trust God will teach me a great deal through the students I teach. I have been teaching since October 2012, I have taught in numerous grades and in different capacities, these include grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. I have spent the majority of my time as a homeroom teacher to grades 5 and 6 students. Before 2012, I was a Youth Pastor in the Christian Reformed Church for 10 years. I have always had a passion for children and young people and I love to walk along with them in their faith. I am married to Lisa and we currently have three children who attend WCS everyday. I enjoy playing and watching baseball, as well as spending time with our family when we do various things together. |
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| Name |
| Kelly Martin |
| Occupation |
| Grade 5/6 |
| Info |
| Kelly is an alumnus of WCS and appreciates the opportunity to give back to the community that has
made such a significant impact on her life. Kelly’s loves building relationships with each student and
helping them grow in their Christian walk. |
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| Name |
| Bethany Pasma |
| Occupation |
| Grade 6/7 |
| Info |
| Bethany Pasma has a passion and a calling for teaching. In the 18 years since graduating from the teacher education program at Calvin University, she has had the joy and privilege to teach a wide range of subjects in Grades 5, 6, and 7 at John Knox Christian School in Oakville, Ontario, as well as teaching English as a Foreign Language in middle school and high school at a Christian school in Guatemala. Bethany loves to see students gain new understanding in subjects and learn about the world through a Christian perspective. No matter the age of the students, Bethany enjoys helping students gain new confidence in their ability to learn. Above all, Bethany loves to see students learning to love Jesus. |
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| Name |
| Colin McFarland |
| Occupation |
| Grade 7 |
| Info |
| Hon. B.A., MDiv. Hi my name is Colin McFarland and I’m excited to be teaching at Woodstock Christian School this year! After 15 years of teaching in international high schools in China I’m embracing the opportunity to teach grade 7 in a Christian school. My other passions include running, ice hockey, playing board games and spending time with my family. I’m currently certified to teach in Ontario (OCT), Nova Scotia and B.C. and earned my teaching certificate from D’Youville College in Buffalo. |
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| Name |
| Rachel Sikma |
| Occupation |
| Grade 8 |
| Info |
| Rachel loves encouraging each student’s God-given gifts and coaching them to navigate life’s daily challenges. After graduating from Dordt & Redeemer Universities, she has worked with all levels of elementary students as well as teaching French. |
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| Name |
| Natalie Geerlinks |
| Occupation |
| Librarian |
| Info |
| OCT, BSc, M.S.Ed. I am very excited to join the team at WCS as a grade 8 teacher and librarian. Although this is my first year as a teacher at WCS, I have been involved in educating children for almost 5 years as an owner of a sports education business. My passion for educating children has only grown in the last number of years. When I am not teaching, I enjoy playing any type of sport, spending time with my husband and our 3 children, and reading! |
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| Name |
| Wendy DeVries |
| Occupation |
| Educational Assistant/Barton |
| Info |
| After finishing her nursing education and raising a family,
Wendy returned to school and started a new chapter. She
trained as a Barton Reading Instructor and works with
students to develop their reading, spelling and math skills. |
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