Our People
We have an incredibly talented team of faculty and staff
who partner with us as we disciple God’s children.
To learn more about why our people choose to live out the mission of Sioux Center Christian School, click on their profiles below...
ADMINISTRATORS

I serve at Sioux Center Christian School because I believe in its mission, vision, and values. I believe in its people. I believe in kids. I believe Christian education is critically important and should be available to as many families as possible. Each day, I seek to live out the storyline of Courage over Comfort and put into practice my deep hope: by pairing relationships with opportunities, SCCS will be a beacon of light, belonging, growth, and joy. God is doing exciting and life-changing things at SCCS, and I am humbled to be part of His Story!

SCCS is a thriving school with strong culture, impressive teachers, committed people, and strong faith implementation. It's a school where I would want my own children to attend...and they do! They are trained with strong classroom rigor, treasured by loving and nurturing educators, and transformed by the experiences of a Christ-centered education. My Deep Hope is to develop strong and courageous people equipped to boldly face the future as disciples of Jesus Christ.
Our Teachers are a living curriculum, inviting students into God’s Story and showing them His fingerprints in ALL things. They are God’s servants, and they love His children.
TEACHERS
- Mrs. Rebecca Vander Werf
- Ms. Hope Borger
- Mrs. Megan Haan
- Ms. Anmarie Stuit
- Mrs. Abigail Van Beek
- Ms. Marcy Holwerda
- Mrs. Emily Penner
- Mrs. Sarah Stoub
- Mrs. Rebekah Vande Kamp
- Ms. Amanda Woudstra
- Mr. Brent Douma
- Mrs. Mikayla Jackson
- Ms. Ellen Korver
- Mrs. Kim Van Zee
- 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
- Ms. Annetta de Jong
- Mrs. Teresa Taylor
- Mr. Dan Tinklenberg
- Mrs. Samantha De Weerd
- Mr. Phil Postma
- Mrs. Angela Veenstra
- Dr. Allegra Fisher
- Mrs. Jill Friend
- Mrs. Brianna Kats
- Mrs. Robin Fedders
- Mr. Cody Groskreutz
- Mr. Leroy Berentschot
- Mrs. Lori De Jong
- Mr. Todd McDonald
- Mrs. Jill Van Soelen
- Mrs. Andrea Wieringa
- Mrs. Beth Bleeker
- Mrs. Rachel Harmelink
- Mrs. Stephanie Peters
- Mrs. Kristina Harmelink
- Mrs. Sara Feekes
- Mrs. Cheri Horstman
- Ms. Jena Dykstra
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Mrs. Rebecca Vander Werf
Transitional Kindergarten Teacher & Director of Early Childhood -
Ms. Hope Borger
Kindergarten Teacher -
Mrs. Megan Haan
Kindergarten Teacher -
Ms. Anmarie Stuit
Kindergarten Teacher -
Mrs. Abigail Van Beek
First Grade Teacher -
Ms. Marcy Holwerda
First Grade Teacher -
Mrs. Emily Penner
First Grade Teacher -
Mrs. Sarah Stoub
Second Grade Teacher -
Mrs. Rebekah Vande Kamp
Second Grade Teacher -
Ms. Amanda Woudstra
Second Grade Teacher -
Mr. Brent Douma
Third Grade Teacher -
Mrs. Mikayla Jackson
Third Grade Teacher -
Ms. Ellen Korver
Third Grade Teacher -
Mrs. Kim Van Zee
Fourth Grade Teacher -
Mrs. Kristi Vander Kooi
Fourth Grade Teacher -
Mrs. Megan Winter
Fourth Grade Teacher -
Mrs. Jayden Pieper
Fifth Grade Teacher - Math, Science -
Mrs. Laura Van Ravenswaay
Fifth Grade Teacher - Bible, Social Studies, Technology -
Mrs. Rachel Vanden Hull
Fifth Grade Teacher - English Language Arts, Literacy -
Mr. Alan Bandstra
Sixth Grade Teacher - Math, Science -
Mr. Nate Breen
Sixth Grade Teacher - Bible, Social Studies, Technology -
Mrs. Gretchen De Wit
Sixth Grade Teacher - English Language Arts, Literacy -
Ms. Annetta de Jong
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Reading, 7 Homeroom) -
Mrs. Teresa Taylor
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Writing, 7 Homeroom) -
Mr. Dan Tinklenberg
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Science, 7 Homeroom) -
Mrs. Samantha De Weerd
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Social Studies, 8 Homeroom) -
Mr. Phil Postma
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Bible, 8 Homeroom) -
Mrs. Angela Veenstra
Middle School 7/8 Teacher (Math, Algebra 1, 8 Homeroom) -
Dr. Allegra Fisher
Band, Choir -
Mrs. Jill Friend
Orchestra -
Mrs. Brianna Kats
General Music, Choir -
Mrs. Robin Fedders
TK/K Physical Education Teacher -
Mr. Cody Groskreutz
1-8 Physical Education and Director of Athletics -
Mr. Leroy Berentschot
K-4 Art Teacher/Aftercare Coordinator/5th-8th Life Skills -
Mrs. Lori De Jong
5-8 Art Teacher -
Mr. Todd McDonald
School Counselor -
Mrs. Jill Van Soelen
Director of Faculty Development -
Mrs. Andrea Wieringa
Discovery Teacher/Coordinator -
Mrs. Beth Bleeker
Reading Specialist -
Mrs. Rachel Harmelink
Title I -
Mrs. Stephanie Peters
Director of Inclusive Education and Learning Center TK-4 -
Mrs. Kristina Harmelink
Director of Inclusive Education and Learning Center 5-8 -
Mrs. Sara Feekes
Learning Center -
Mrs. Cheri Horstman
Learning Center -
Ms. Jena Dykstra
Learning Center



Here at Sioux Center Christian, in this little corner of God's world, it is my joy to be able to explore, play, and grow with these wonderful little 1st grade explorers! Not only have I been gifted the opportunity to teach, but every day these 1st graders teach me to explore as well. It is an absolute privilege to explore God's world together here at Sioux Center Christian.



It is an honor to foster curiosity, discovery, and deeper level thinking as I help students connect to Christ, community, and content through our learning. It is my Deep Hope for students to see themselves as capable learners who feel loved, understood, and valued as an integral part of our classroom. I serve at SCCS because of integrity of its staff and faculty, and the ways we strive to meet the needs of our students. I see the hands and feet of Jesus daily.












I choose to serve at SCCS because of the Christ-centered education and the opportunity to see students grow in all areas of life! I love the welcoming environment and supportive community here. My deep hope is that reading will help us better understand our role in God's story, and I enjoy being able to approach every book we read with that mindset. God's presence is evident at SCCS, and learning alongside my students in this atmosphere is a blessing and a privilege.

I choose to serve at SCCS because I am able to explore — with students and fellow colleagues — a theme that is central to my life, and in turn my classroom: “Open my heart to Your story as I enter into others' and share my own.” Whether we are actively seeking Abba Father’s heart or not, His story is all around. Therefore, by His grace, through Jesus, and with Holy Spirit’s power, we get to more deeply know and love Abba Father. We then get to experience how God is working in and through each other. Writing is one medium, and school is one area of life, that we get to keep asking and practicing, “Open our hearts….”



I am honored to serve at SCCS because I want to be part of the things God is doing to shape emerging generations of disciples of Jesus Christ here and now. As parents, my wife and I were really excited about the philosophy and framework of the school and then thrilled to see all that being put into practice so effectively when our kids enrolled as students. So when the opportunity came up to serve this community as 7/8 Bible teacher, I was really excited and humbled to take on this role. I love to help shape the future of the church here in Sioux Center--to equip students as biblical thinkers--people who both know the Bible and are skilled at looking at the world through the Biblical lens of creation-fall-redemption-restoration. In all things I do here at SCCS, my hope is that we would all be hearers and doers of the Word. My desire is to see students equipped to listen to that world well, and to be transformed by that Word more and more into the likeness of Christ.

I choose to serve at SCCS because of its mission and the people! I love middle school students, and I love teaching them every day! My deep hope is that we are ready and willing to take risks and face challenges for which God has equipped us. I know that math can be a struggle for some students, and it is not always their favorite, but I encourage my students to use the gifts God has given them to persevere through tough problems. Teaching math allows me to help students learn how to be problem solvers and see God's order in creation.

I serve at SCCS because of the mission to thread Christ's truth into everything we do, building students who champion their faith, have a heart for people, and a mind seeking knowledge and truth. I enjoy working with middle schoolers as they have an amazing energy and capacity for growth. They challenge me as much as I challenge them. My deep hope for my middle school students and myself is that we would make a joyful noise with every musical creation, interaction, and behavior in our class.


I choose to serve at SCCS because of how warm and inviting the culture of the school was. It is very clear that God is at work at SCCS through its mission and the strong sense of community it instills. I also chose to serve at SCCS because of how highly valued the music program is and how passionate the staff and administration at SCCS is about growing and developing the musical gifts God has given each of our students. It is my deep hope that each of my students will learn how to make a joyful noise in music class, whether that's in listening, singing, or playing, and that they understand how to make a joyful noise that glorifies God and blesses those around us.


SCCS is a place where the heart is trained & transformed along with the mind. I see evidence of this in my own home as I hear my kids singing praise songs that they learned here. I appreciate that I can freely share my faith in Jesus and that other teachers are pointing kids to him as well. I also like the relaxed & encouraging atmosphere that students and staff share.

My deep hope is to help the SCCS students understand that knowing the 7 Elements of Art will help them create works of art that honor God, others, and themselves. I've taught around Northwest Iowa before at both private and public schools. I left this area and teaching of art for a few years. I decided last year to return to my home area, reemphasize the importance of Christian education that my parents instilled in me, and refresh my love of teaching elementary art.


My Deep Hope is to guide SCCS students in their emotional, social, and faith journey. I am so excited to be a part of the SCCS family! After many years in the public school, God has placed me here to continue to collaborate with a wonderful staff as we minister, educate, guide, and care for our youth. I am available for social and emotional needs of the SCCS students. Relationships are my priority with Christ as my greatest resource. Please reach out if needed.

As the Director of Faculty Development, my Deep Hope is to help foster in teachers a continued love of learning and growth. Our dedicated faculty pour their best into designing learning experiences that invite, nurture and empower learners living in God's Story. My role is to support teachers in that work through professional development closely aligned with the Iowa Professional Development Model and the mission of Sioux Center Christian School.



I choose to serve SCCS because I feel passionate about helping students grow to meet their fullest potential, while guiding them in seeing God’s hand in every area of life. Every student that enters this school was designed by the Creator with value for a purpose. I love being amongst fellow coworkers who love God and love their students. My deep hope is that we would appreciate how God made each one of us unique individuals and learners, and that we would celebrate our own growth and the growth of those around us.




My deep hope is that everyone feels valued and loved so we can confidently use our gifts to serve others. This is what motivates me to serve as a learning center teacher in middle school. I believe God has a purpose for all His children and has given us all gifts to use in His service. It is my desire to help middle schoolers claim this promise and confidently become the person God wants them to be.

I am in my first year at SCCS and I knew the minute I walked in the doors that it was going to be a great place! SCCS is a place of compassion that is fully driven to live out our Christian beliefs! My hope and vision for my students is that the minute they walk through my door, they feel calm, and that they matter.
EDUCATIONAL STAFF
- Mrs. Jolene Bandstra
- Mrs. Erin Bosma
- Mrs. Miriam Buss
- Mrs. Tara Dekkers
- Mrs. Linda Feekes
- Mrs. Chris Geleynse
- Mrs. Cassidy Hinds
- Mrs. Kristi Hummel
- Mrs. Josie Kneip
- Mrs. Rachel Landman
- Mrs. Dana Morgan
- Mrs. Emily Mouw
- Mrs. Tammy Nieuwsma
- Mrs. Janell Pennings
- Mrs. Becky Postma
- Mrs. Darlene Reichert
- Mrs. Sheila Tietgen
- Mrs. Karen Timmer
- Mrs. Jina Tinklenberg
- Mrs. Emily Van Den Berg
- Mrs. Jaci Van Den Berg
- Mrs. Carlene Van Schouwen
- Mrs. Rachel Van Voorst
- Mrs. Carla Vande Zandschulp
- Mrs. Rebecca Wierenga
- Mrs. Jamie Zomermaand
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Mrs. Jolene Bandstra
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Erin Bosma
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Miriam Buss
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Tara Dekkers
4Care -
Mrs. Linda Feekes
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Chris Geleynse
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Cassidy Hinds
Interventionist -
Mrs. Kristi Hummel
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Josie Kneip
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Rachel Landman
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Dana Morgan
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Emily Mouw
Librarian -
Mrs. Tammy Nieuwsma
Behavior Interventionist -
Mrs. Janell Pennings
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Becky Postma
Sensory Specialist -
Mrs. Darlene Reichert
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Sheila Tietgen
Interventionist/Dean of Students -
Mrs. Karen Timmer
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Jina Tinklenberg
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Emily Van Den Berg
Behavior Specialist -
Mrs. Jaci Van Den Berg
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Carlene Van Schouwen
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Rachel Van Voorst
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Carla Vande Zandschulp
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Rebecca Wierenga
Paraprofessional -
Mrs. Jamie Zomermaand
Paraprofessional
OFFICE TEAM
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Mr. Paul Ross
Director of Development -
Mrs. Kelli Van Roekel
Director of Finance and Human Resources -
Mrs. Donna Brue
Assistant to Head of School -
Mrs. Tracy Eekhoff
Office Manager -
Mrs. Stacy Haarhoff
Admissions & Development Specialist -
Mrs. Amy Vander Berg
Communications & Development Specialist -
Mrs. Jenny Meyer
Nurse -
Mrs. Marg Fedders
TRIP Assistant -
Mrs. Melissa Klein
TRIP Assistant
SCHOOL RESOURCE, FACILITIES, TRANSPORTATION, OPERATIONS and FOOD SERVICE TEAM
-
Officer Kyle Munneke
School Resource Officer -
Mr. Howard Rus
Director of Facilities and Transportation -
Mrs. Eileen Buiter
Director of Operations and Food Service -
Mr. Matthew Moget
Information Technology Specialist and Assistant Custodian -
Mrs. Ashley Keith
Food Service Financial Specialist -
Mrs. Tessa Van Otterloo
Food Service Nutrition Specialist -
Ms. Imelda Vargas
Cook and Assistant Custodian -
Mrs. Cassandra Eckert
Cook -
Mrs. Thao Haugstad
Cook -
Mrs. Jen Kirkbride
Cook -
Ms. Laura Sahagian
Cook
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