middle school faculty

But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you. (John 14:26)

  • Elaine ferris

    6th Grade Teacher · Middle School Science


  • kim mester

    6th Grade Teacher · Middle School Language Arts · Hand bell Choir Director



    Education:

    • B.S. Elementary Education, Concordia University Nebraska
    • M.A. Elementary Education, Language and Literacy - Western Illinois University
    Experience: Mrs. Mester has 22 years of teaching experience. She has been teaching at Trinity Lutheran since 1998.
     
    Family: Mrs. Mester has lived in New York City, upstate New York, Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Nebraska, Louisiana and Iowa. Mrs. Mester is married to Randy. Together they have three children. 
     
    Hobbies: Running, reading, writing, crocheting
     
    What is special about Trinity: I love the Christ-centered atmosphere. Everything always comes back to Christ's saving work in our lives. The feeling of love and forgiveness is evident throughout the building in the day-to-day dealings of Trinity.
     
    What's your favorite Bible verse: 📖 John 14:27

  • Elizabeth wall

    7th Grade Teacher · Middle School Mathematics · Physical Education



    Education: 

    • B.A. Lutheran Secondary Education - Mathematics -  Concordia University Wisconsin

    Experience: Mrs. Wall has taught summer school with the Center for Urban Teaching in 2017 in Milwaukee, as well as at Brown Deer Middle High School in 2018. I also tutored with the AVID program with the Mequon/Theinsville School District from 2015 to 2017.  In 2018 Mrs. Wall taught Algebra and PE.  This is Miss Cross’ second year teaching at Trinity.

     

    Family: Mrs. Wall was born and raised in Ann Arbor, Mich.

     

    Hobbies: Mrs. Wall enjoys crocheting. She also loves dogs and likes spending time with them, although I do not have my own (yet).

     

    What is special about Trinity: Trinity is my family away from home. While moving to Iowa by myself was scary, the people at Trinity made the move so easy for me. They were all willing to help and make me feel at home right away. I loved knowing that so many people were praying for me as I considered and accepted the Call to teach at Trinity and as I moved to Iowa. The way everyone supports each other is what makes Trinity unique to me.


    What's your favorite Bible verse: 📖 Matthew 19:26

  • Joni rebarcak

    8th Grade Teacher · Middle School Mathematics



    Education:

    • B.S. Special Education - Middle School Mathematics -  Concordia University Chicago

    Experience: Trinity Lutheran School 2015 to present.

     

    Family: Ms. Rebarcak was born and raised in Davenport. 

     

    Hobbies: Ms. Rebarcak enjoys reading, scrapbooking, working out, hiking, spending time with family and friends.

     

    What is special about Trinity: The Christ-centered atmosphere.

     

    What's your favorite Bible verse: 📖 Ephesians 4:32

  • michael Paulsen

    8th Grade Teacher · Middle School History


  • joy meyer

    Resource Teacher



    Education: 

    • B.S. Education, Major in Special Education, Minor in Art, - Concordia University, Nebraska
    • M.A. Learning Disabilities - Central Michigan University

    Experience: Mrs. Meyer began teaching in 1980 at the Lutheran School for the Deaf in Detroit. She also has taught in Illinois, Hawaii, Nebraska and Michigan. Mrs. Meyer joined Trinity’s staff in 2008.

     

    Family: Mrs. Meyer is married to Bill, and they have two grown daughters and a son-in-law as well as two grandsons. 

     

    Hobbies: Mrs. Meyer enjoys sewing, cooking, swimming, and playing with my grandsons.

     

    What is special about Trinity: The people at Trinity are friendly and caring. I have the privilege of serving with dedicated individuals who make coming to work enjoyable.

     

    What's your favorite Bible verse: 📖 Romans 8:38

  • christine haas

    Speech Therapy


  • oliwa jacobson

    Librarian


  • jim mCcartney

    Concert Band


  • cassandra puls

    Art Teacher



    Education:

    • Bachelors Degree - St. Ambrose University
    • Master Degree  - Western Illinois University

    Experience:

    • Pleasant Valley School District (2012 - 2019)
    • Trinity Lutheran School (2019-present)


    Family: Mrs. Puls is married to Keegan, and together they have one child. 


    Hobbies: Farming (chickens, sheep, goats, bees, produce), crafting, and anything outdoors!


    What you like or what is special about Trinity: Everyone is so nice and welcoming!.


    What's your favorite Bible verse: 📖 1st Corinthians 13: 4-8

  • nora reiter

    Beginning Band