Our People
FACULTY
- Mrs. Rebecca Vander Werf
- Mrs. Beth Bleeker
- Mrs. Megan Haan
- Mrs. Tammy Nieuwsma
- Miss Marcy Holwerda
- Mrs. Emily Penner
- Mrs. Marissa Westra
- Mrs. Sarah Stoub
- Mrs. Rebekah Vande Kamp
- Miss Amanda Woudstra
- Mrs. Anna Bootsma
- Mrs. Ellen Korver
- Mrs. Andrea Wieringa
- Mrs. Abby Finley
- Mrs. Kristi Vander Kooi
- Mrs. Megan Winter
- Mrs. Jayden Pieper
- Mrs. Laura Van Ravenswaay
- Mrs. Rachel Vanden Hull
- Mr. Alan Bandstra
- Mr. Nate Breen
- Mrs. Gretchen De Wit
- Mrs. Teresa Taylor
- Mrs. Autumn Den Boer
- Mr. Dan Tinklenberg
- Mrs. Samantha De Weerd
- Mrs. Sheila Tietgen
- Mrs. Angela Veenstra
- Mrs. Jill Friend
- Dr. Allegra Fisher
- Mr. Kyle Brummel
- Mrs. Lori De Jong
- Mrs. Megan Birdsong
- Mrs. Jill Van Soelen
- Mrs. Kristina Harmelink
- Mrs. Rebecca De Smith
- Mrs. Bailey Bakker
- Mrs. Sara Feekes
- Mrs. Cheri Horstman
- Mrs. Stephanie Peters
- Miss Meredith Spicher
- Miss Jessica Walvoort
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Mrs. Rebecca Vander Werf
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher & Director of Early Childhood I am originally from Stony Brook, NY. I attended D ... -
Mrs. Beth Bleeker
Kindergarten Teacher Since kindergarten is the foundational year of you ... -
Mrs. Megan Haan
Kindergarten Teacher I am passionate about working with my kindergarten ... -
Mrs. Tammy Nieuwsma
Kindergarten Teacher I grew up on a farm by Maurice and moved to Sioux ... -
Miss Marcy Holwerda
First Grade Teacher I always wanted to be a teacher and would play sch ... -
Mrs. Emily Penner
First Grade Teacher Working with children has long been a passion of m ... -
Mrs. Marissa Westra
First Grade Teacher Teaching young students is a calling that God has ... -
Mrs. Sarah Stoub
Second Grade Teacher I love seeing children’s curiosity for God’s beaut ... -
Mrs. Rebekah Vande Kamp
Second Grade Teacher I am thrilled to be on this adventure that God has ... -
Miss Amanda Woudstra
Second Grade Teacher & Instructional Coach One of my favorite Bible passages is Proverbs 3:5- ... -
Mrs. Anna Bootsma
Third Grade Teacher I grew up in Sheldon, Iowa where I attended Sheldo ... -
Mrs. Ellen Korver
Third Grade Teacher I grew up near Ocheyedan, Iowa, and have spent muc ... -
Mrs. Andrea Wieringa
Third Grade Teacher I grew up in Illinois, Wisconsin, North Carolina, ... -
Mrs. Abby Finley
Fourth Grade Teacher I may be a familiar face having grown up in the Si ... -
Mrs. Kristi Vander Kooi
Fourth Grade Teacher I enjoy having the privilege of teaching and shari ... -
Mrs. Megan Winter
Fourth Grade Teacher I was born and grew up in Britt, Iowa, with my mom ... -
Mrs. Jayden Pieper
Fifth Grade Teacher I was born and raised in Sioux Center and went to ... -
Mrs. Laura Van Ravenswaay
Fifth Grade Teacher I teach the 5th grade social studies classes, a 5t ... -
Mrs. Rachel Vanden Hull
Fifth Grade Teacher & Instructional Coach I grew up in Abbotsford, BC, and went to Dordt Col ... -
Mr. Alan Bandstra
Sixth Grade Teacher Learning is my life; it’s like breathing for me. I ... -
Mr. Nate Breen
Sixth Grade Teacher After moving from Michigan, I attended SCCS my 8th ... -
Mrs. Gretchen De Wit
Sixth Grade Teacher I am originally from Princeton, MN, where I grew u ... -
Mrs. Teresa Taylor
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Writing, 7 Homeroom) -
Mrs. Autumn Den Boer
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Language Arts and Reading, 7 Homeroom) Middle school is such an important time in student ... -
Mr. Dan Tinklenberg
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Science and Bible, 7 Homeroom) I was born and raised in Sioux Center and attended ... -
Mrs. Samantha De Weerd
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Social Studies, 8 Homeroom) I grew up on a farm outside of Sioux Center and at ... -
Mrs. Sheila Tietgen
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (History and Bible, 8 Homeroom) and Dean of Students I enjoy teaching geography and American history. T ... -
Mrs. Angela Veenstra
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Math, 8 Homeroom) -
Mrs. Jill Friend
Orchestra, Choir and General Music Teacher I grew up in St. Peter, MN, graduated from Hillcre ... -
Dr. Allegra Fisher
Band, Choir and General Music Teacher I grew up in Wichita, KS and attended Kansas State ... -
Mr. Kyle Brummel
P.E. Teacher & Director of Athletics I grew up in Hull, Iowa. After graduating from Wes ... -
Mrs. Lori De Jong
Middle School (5-8) Art Teacher I grew up near Hawarden, IA on our family farm. M ... -
Mrs. Megan Birdsong
School Counselor I was born and raised in Sioux Center and attended ... -
Mrs. Jill Van Soelen
Teacher Librarian & Director of Faculty Development The Library Learning Commons is my home base at Si ... -
Mrs. Kristina Harmelink
Director of Inclusive Education I grew up in DeMotte, Indiana and attended DeMotte ... -
Mrs. Rebecca De Smith
Discovery Teacher/ Coordinator My classroom experience includes preschool-3rd gra ... -
Mrs. Bailey Bakker
Title I Reading Room (K - 3rd grade) I was born and raised in Sioux Center and attended ... -
Mrs. Sara Feekes
Resource Teacher I grew up in Lansing, IL, and graduated from Dordt ... -
Mrs. Cheri Horstman
Resource Teacher -
Mrs. Stephanie Peters
Resource Teacher Christian education has played an important part i ... -
Miss Meredith Spicher
Resource Teacher (K - 2nd Grade) I grew up on a dairy farm in Belleville, Pennsylva ... -
Miss Jessica Walvoort
Resource Teacher (Middle School) I grew up in Oostburg, WI where I attended Oostbur ...

Buena Vista University, 2014
- Kindergarten
- Transitional Kindergarten

- Master of Arts Degree in Curriculum and Instruction
- Thesis: Rediscovering the Garden in Kindergarten-A Holistic Approach
- Major - Elementary Education
- Minors - Early Childhood/Reading

Dordt College, 2007
- B.A. Elementary Education with Reading Endorsement
- Kindergarten
- Kindergarten Adult Assistant
- Private Kindergarten
- School-Aged Summer Camp

Unity Christian High School, 1996
Western Iowa Tech Community College, 1997
- Diploma in Childcare and Development
Western Iowa Tech Community College, 2001
- Applied Science Degree in Childcare Supervision and Management
Buena Vista Univeristy, 2006
- B.A. Elementary Education
- Early Childhood Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement
- Kindergarten
- Preschool



Educational Background
While I taught at Sioux Falls Christian, a collaboration happened between SFC and SCCS. I was able to interact and learn about SCCS through professional development days that the two schools did together. I was impressed by how everyone I encountered took SCCS mission to heart. They deeply cared about their students’ growth not only academically but also spiritually and emotionally. I realized that SCCS would be a great place to support my desire to help students discover their place in God’s World.

Why I Choose to Serve at SCCS
I am honored to be a faculty member at Sioux Center Christian. All have fallen short of the glory of God, yet, because Jesus paid the price for my sins with His death and resurrection, I have the opportunity to show my gratitude and work as His hands and feet to share the Good News with others. To help children learn about who they are as one of God’s children, the earth God created, and how we can be Christ’s disciples is an inspiring vocation! It is a humble privilege to nurture and teach these kingdom children.
Educational Background
Continuing Education: UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, Cerritos College, Cerritos, CA, and Rio Hondo College, Whittier, CA
Calvin College: BA Elementary Education (1994)
Grand Rapids Christian High School (1990)
Sioux Center Christian School: 2nd Grade (2011-present)
Rollins College Child Development Center (Winter Park, FL): Preschool Teacher/Master teacher in a lab school for the college (2010-2011)
Winter Park Day Nursery (Winter Park, FL): Compliance Manager (2007-2008)
Serendipity Consulting (Casselberry, FL): Educational Consultant, Owner (2006-2011)
Options-State Preschool Program (Los Angeles County, CA): Educational Coordinator, Program Supervisor (2000-2005)
The Stork Club Child Care and Development Center (Orange, CT): Director (1998-2000)
Fairport Baptist Homes-Seasons Child Care Center (Fairport, NY): Assistant Director (1998)
Tot-al Care (Perinton, NY): Kindergarten, Preschool, School-Age Teacher (1995-1998)
YMCA Child Development Center (Grand Rapids, MI): Preschool Teacher (1994)
Westside Christian School (Grand Rapids, MI): Student Teacher (1994)

- B.A. Elementary Education
- Field of Specialization: Special Education
- 1st/2nd Grade

Dordt College, 2014
- B.A. in Elementary Education
- Reading Endorsement
- Early Childhood Endorsement
- 2nd Grade

Educational Background
Dordt University, 2019
Academic Experience
Sioux Center Christian School, 2021-present
Why I Choose to Serve at SCCS
I was able to participate in the year-long student teaching program at Sioux Center Christian during my senior year at Dordt University. I loved serving at SCCS during those months and am eager to be returning. I have a passion for Christian education because of how it shaped my life and learning. I love being able to share my faith with students and help them discover their own roles in God’s Story.

Dordt College, 2014

- B.A. Elementary Education
Dordt College, 1998
- M.A. Education in Curriculum and Instruction
- 3rd Grade
- 1st Grade
- 4th Grade


Dordt College, 1994
- B.A. Elementary Education with a K-8 Reading Endorsement
- 4th Grade

- B.A. Elementary Education with Special Education Endorsement
- 4th Grade


University of Sioux Falls, 1991
- 2nd Grade
- 5th Grade

Dordt College, 2011
- B.A. Elementary Education with Reading and Early Childhood Endorsements
- 5th Grade
- Junior High

Pella Christian High School
Dordt College, 1989
- B.A. Elementary Education with English Endorsement
Dordt College, 1998
- M.A. Curriculum and Instruction



Dordt College, 2010
- B.A. Elementary Education with Middle School Endorsement in LA/Reading and Math
- 7th and 8th Grade Language Arts and Reading

Unity Christian High School, 2006
Dordt College, 2010
- B.A. Secondary Education, Biology
- 7th & 8th Grade Science
- 6th Grade Science, 8th Grade PE, High School Health, PE, and Strength Training
- 6th Grade Science


Dordt College, 1987
- B.A. Elementary Education
Dordt College, 2007
- M.A. Education in Curriculum and Instruction
- 7th & 8th Grade Social Studies
- 8th Grade Bible
- Long term subbing for teachers (maternity leaves)
- Paraprofessional for Junior High
- Substitute teacher
- 4th Grade
- 6th Grade
I teach at SCCS because I have the freedom and opportunity to not only instruct my students academically and in the areas of social issues, but also spiritually, which is my main focus. I challenge them, guide them, and encourage them to see the need to be in a loving relationship with the Lord and to strive to live for Him. I get to teach them to come to see the Bible as the Story of their life, to claim Christ's promises for themselves, and to strive to live for Him in all they do.

Dordt College, 1988
Iowa TAG Endorsement, 2011
Dordt College, 2016

Educational Background

Educational Background



Educational Background
Sioux Center Christian School, 1983
Unity Christian High School, 1987
Dordt College, 1991
- B.A. Elementary Education
- Teacher Librarian and Director of Faculty Development
- 1st Grade
- Kindergarten
- Substitute teacher
- Substitute teacher
- 4th and 5th Grade combination classroom
- 5th Grade
- 5th and 6th Grade combination classroom


- B.S. in Elementary Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1987
- M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction with an Emphasis in Reading
Morningside College, 1994
- Iowa TAG Endorsement
- Discovery Program (TAG)
- 3rd Grade
- Preschool and Kindergarten
- Home-bound teacher
- 1st Grade
- 2nd Grade
Why I Choose to Serve at SCCS

Northwestern College, 2019
- B.A. Elementary Education
- Reading Endorsement

Dordt College, 2006
- B.A. Elementary Education with a Minor in Special Education
- Resource Teacher
- Paraprofessional
- 2nd/3rd Grade Classroom Teacher

Unity Christian High School, 2007
Dordt College, 2011
- B.A. Elementary Education
- Early Childhood Endorsement
- Special Education Endorsement
- Reading Endorsement


EDUCATIONAL STAFF
- Mrs. Sami White
- Mrs. Chris Geleynse
- Mr. Ken Geleynse
- Mrs. Becky Postma
- Mrs. Jolene Bandstra
- Mrs. Erin Bosma
- Mrs. Miriam Buss
- Mrs. Jillian De Hoogh
- Mrs. Linda Feekes
- Mrs. Rachel Landman
- Mrs. Lisa Meidema
- Mrs. Janell Pennings
- Mrs. Tiffany Postma
- Mrs. Darlene Reichert
- Mrs. Krista Sikkema
- Mrs. Karen Timmer
- Mrs. Emily Van Beek
- Mrs. Emily Van Den Berg
- Mrs. Jaci Van Den Berg
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Mrs. Sami White
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Mrs. Chris Geleynse
Music Assistant & Paraprofessional -
Mr. Ken Geleynse
Academic Interventionist & Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Becky Postma
Sensory Specialist -
Mrs. Jolene Bandstra
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Mrs. Erin Bosma
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Mrs. Miriam Buss
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Mrs. Jillian De Hoogh
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Mrs. Linda Feekes
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Mrs. Rachel Landman
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Mrs. Lisa Meidema
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Mrs. Janell Pennings
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Mrs. Tiffany Postma
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Mrs. Darlene Reichert
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Mrs. Krista Sikkema
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Mrs. Karen Timmer
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Mrs. Emily Van Beek
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Mrs. Emily Van Den Berg
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Mrs. Jaci Van Den Berg
Paraprofessional & Aftercare Coordinator