Faculty & Staff
The faculty is comprised of dedicated men and women who share the Christian mission of Grace Christian School. Faculty members have graduated from a variety of Christian and secular colleges and universities. Many hold advanced degrees, Association of Christian Schools International certification, and/or state certification. In-service workshops give faculty a chance to expand their educational expertise.
Administrator
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 117
Email | ssmith@gcsvt.org
Education |
- Hudson Valley CC | AAS in Counseling
- Davis College | Bachelors of Religious Education
- The College of Saint Rose | Masters of Science in Teaching
Years of Education Experience | 11
Years at Grace | 9
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Discipleship
Grade & Classes Shawn Teaches | GLEAM, Electives
Favorite Verse | 1 Timothy 1:15 It is a trustworthy statement, deserving full acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, among whom I am foremost.
Hometown | White Creek, NY
Family Info | I have been married for 11 years to my amazing wife, Melissa. We have a four year old daughter Aubrey. My wife and I live on my familiy’s farm in White Creek. Aubrey is the fifth generation to live on the farm. My wife is originally from Schaghticoke, NY.
Favorite Worship Song | How Great Thou Art
Unique Talent | Tying a bow tie
Hobbies | Gardening, Baking, Hiking, Hunting
Principal
Phone | 802.447.2233 Ext. 112
Email | dgreene@gcsvt.org
Education | Russell Sage College | English & Elementary Education Bachelor of Science
Years of Education Experience | 6
Years at Grace | 6
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Family
Favorite Verse | Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.
Hometown | Berlin, NY
Family Info | Married to John Greene (20 years) | Children: Casey (Class of ’14), Wyatt, Katie & Wade
Favorite Worship Song | How Great Thou Art
Unique Talent | Baking cookie pizzas
Hobbies | Volleyball
Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 115
Email | bdarling@gcsvt.org Full Bio Coming Soon!
Kindergarten
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 101
Email |mperry@gcsvt.org
Sandy Bisson | Foster Grandma (No Picture)
1st Grade
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 107
Email | jwright@gcsvt.org
Education | Texas State University | Elementary Education Bachelor of Science
Years of Education Experience | 19
Years at Grace | 2nd Year
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Family
Grade & Classes Jana Teaches | 1st Grade
Favorite Verse | Psalms 40:2 He lifted me out of the pit of despair, out of the mud and the mire. He set my feet on solid ground and steadied me as I walked along.
Hometown | San Antonio, TX
Family Info |
Husband – Ed Wright
Daughter – Haley Wright
Son – T. Wright
Daughter -in – Law – Melinda Wright
Grandson – Lawson Wright
Favorite Worship Song | Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Hobbies | knitting
2nd Grade
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 109
Email | jbenson@gcsvt.org
Education | SUNY at Oneonta | Bachelor of Science
Years of Education Experience | 39 years
Years at Grace | 16 Years
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Adventurous
Grade & Classes Johanna Teaches | 2nd Grade
Favorite Verse | John 16:33 I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart I have overcome the world.
Hometown | Lansing, NY
Family Info |
Single,
Mother is still alive,
Two Sister and Two Brothers
Favorite Worship Song | Jesus is all the World to Me
Unique Talent | Teacher
Hobbies | Walking, Sewing, Crafts
3rd Grade
Phone | 802.447.2233 Ext. 108
Email | jlaporte@gcsvt.org
Education | Cedarville University | Early Childhood Education | Bachelor of Arts
Years of Education Experience | 9 Years
Years at Grace | 2nd Year
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Humble
Grade & Classes Jessica Teaches | 3rd & 4th Grade
Favorite Verse | Hebrews 12:1-2a “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith,”
Hometown(s) | NY/ME/South Korea
Family Info | Parents, two younger brothers, sister-in-law, dog
Unique Talent | Used to be a sign language interpreter
Hobbies | Photography, reading, traveling, & languages
4th Grade
Phone | 802.447.2233 Ext. 108
Email | jlaporte@gcsvt.org
Education | Cedarville University | Early Childhood Education | Bachelor of Arts
Years of Education Experience | 9 Years
Years at Grace | 2nd Year
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Humble
Grade & Classes Jessica Teaches | 3rd & 4th Grade
Favorite Verse | Hebrews 12:1-2a “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith,”
Hometown(s) | NY/ME/South Korea
Family Info | Parents, two younger brothers, sister-in-law, dog
Unique Talent | Used to be a sign language interpreter
Hobbies | Photography, reading, traveling, & languages
Secondary | Bible
Education | Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary | Masters of Divinity
Years of Education Experience | 33 Years
Years at Grace | 13 Years
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Calling
Grade & Classes David Teaches | Bible 7-11, Government 12, Economics 12
Favorite Verse | Colossians 3:23,24 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for The Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from The Lord as a reward. It is The Lord Christ you are serving.
Hometown | Hoosick, NY
Family Info | Single with many sons as international students
Favorite Worship Song | 10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord)
Unique Talent | Calling turkeys & deer
Hobbies | Gardening, Hiking, Fishing, Hunting
Secondary | English
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 212
Email | lschmigel@gcsvt.org
Education |
- University of Vermont | Bachelors of Science in Education
- Regent University | Master of Arts in Practical Theology
Years at Grace | 13
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Joy
Grade & Classes Laura Teaches | Grades 9-11, English and Geography
Favorite Verse | 1 John 4:7 Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.
Hometown | Berlin, NY
Family Info | I am a host parent to some wonderful international students of GCS, a proud auntie of two lovely young ladies, and a loving daughter.
Favorite Worship Song | More
Unique Talent | Kazoo, yo-yo, boomerang, kite-flying and yelling loud enough to be heard in a noisy gym.
Hobbies | Crafts, especially from recycled materials, reading, gardening, travel
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 212
Email | mstearns@gcsvt.org
Full Bio Coming Soon!
Secondary | History
Education | Ramapo College of New Jersey | Bachelor of Arts
Years at Grace | 4
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Laughter
Grade & Classes Sue Teaches | Middle & High School History & Math
Favorite Verse | Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him and he will make your paths straight.
Hometown | Cambridge, NY
Family Info | Steve (husband), Julia, Lilah, Sadie
Favorite Worship Song | You Are Holy (Prince of Peace)
Unique Talent | Filtering
Hobbies | Cooking, Reading and Hiking
Secondary | Language
Phone | 802.447.2233 Ext. 201
Email | rknight@gcsvt.org
Secondary | Literature
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 212
Email | mstearns@gcsvt.org
Full Bio Coming Soon!
Secondary | Math
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 212
Email | mstearns@gcsvt.org
Education | Ramapo College of New Jersey | Bachelor of Arts
Years at Grace | 4
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Laughter
Grade & Classes Sue Teaches | Middle & High School History & Math
Favorite Verse | Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him and he will make your paths straight.
Hometown | Cambridge, NY
Family Info | Steve (husband), Julia, Lilah, Sadie
Favorite Worship Song | You Are Holy (Prince of Peace)
Unique Talent | Filtering
Hobbies | Cooking, Reading and Hiking
Secondary | Science
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 210 or 120
Email | zunderwood@gcsvt.org
Art
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 123
Email | cbohley@gcsvt.org
Full Bio Coming Soon!
Music
Music Teacher
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 124
Email | spaul@gcsvt.org
Full Bio Coming Soon!
Librarian & Computer Teacher
Librarian
Phone | 802.447.2233 Ext. 121 Email | nwaters@gcsvt.org Years of Education Experience | 14 Years at Grace | 12 What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Family Grade & Classes Natalie Teaches | K-10 computer class & K-6 library Favorite Verse | Psalm 29:11 -The Lord gives strength to his people; the Lord blesses his people with peace. Hometown | Bennington Family Info | Robert Waters (Husband), Kayleigh (22) &Bree (19) | both graduated from GCS Favorite Worship Song | Jesus, Friend of Sinners by Casting Crowns Hobbies | Spending time with family and our new puppy, road trips, shopping
Athletic Director
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 119
Email | scarr@gcsvt.org
Facilities Manager
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 127
Email | trousseau@gcsvt.org
Years of Education Experience | 8
Years at Grace | 3
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Blessed
Grade & Classes Terry Teaches | Boys Soccer Coach
Favorite Verse | 1 John 5;13 .. “These things i have written to you who believe in the name of the son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name…”
Hometown | Bennington
Family Info | wife of 26 years Candi, oldest daughter Victoria (24), son Caleb (22), daughter Raelee (20)
Favorite Worship Song | Revelation Song
Hobbies | soccer, hunting, fishing & farm
Unique Talent | plugged in while, juggling life `:-)
Business Office
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 207
Email | jmorse@gcsvt.org
Years of Education Experience | 26
Years at Grace | 15
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Family
Favorite Verse | 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 “But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
Hometown |Bennington
Family Info | My husband, Shannon and I have been married for 25 years as of May 2015 Daughter and son-in-law – Hannah and Seth Green reside in Washington Our oldest son, Ryan, resides in North Carolina and our youngest son, Ashton, will begin his academic career here at GCS in the Fall 2015
Favorite Worship Song | In Christ Alone
Hobbies | travel, spending time with family, running
Marketing
Email | jfrey@gcsvt.org
Website: Worship Music Ministry
Education |
- Southern Vermont College | Corporate Communications Bachelor of Arts
- Liberty University | Management and Leadership Master of Arts
Years of Education Experience | 5
Years at Grace | 2nd Year
What does GCS mean to you in one word? | Fellowship
Favorite Verse | Acts 20:24 But my life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus—the work of telling others the Good News about the wonderful grace of God.
Hometown | Bennington
Family Info | Married to Sara (9 years) | Children: Isaac, Evan, Jack, & Lulu
Favorite Worship Song | Come As You Are
Unique Talent | Songwriting
Hobbies | Music, Leading Worship, Songwriting, Spending time with my kiddos and Sara
Nurse
Front Office | 802.447.2233
Cafeteria Director
Cafeteria Director
Phone | 802.447.2233 ext 126
Email | skanonik@gcsvt.org
