My name is Lauren Bardole. I have been teaching for 10 years. I teach 3rd Grade. During college, I worked at Irving Elementary School in Indianola. I grew up in Churdan and attended Paton-Churdan, Simpson College. One thing I love about this school is I love the family atmosphere and the many activities that our students get to participate in.
My name is Katelynn Fees. I have been teaching for 2 months. I teach special education assistance. I grew up in Paton/Jefferson and attended Paton Churdan. One thing I love about this school is the way our staff is there for their students and peers. PC is truly one of the most caring school districts I know. It is a blessing to be a part of!
My name is Kellie Henderson. I have been teaching for 7 years. I am the Technology Coordinator. I have taught Geography at Jenks Middle School, Oklahoma. I grew up in Grand Junction, IA and attended Oral Roberts University. One thing I love about this school is the family atmosphere and the collective desire to see each student learn and grow as an individual.
My name is Elizabeth (Lizzy) Allen. This is my first year as an associate! I am currently in college for Elementary Education. I teach as an elementary associate. I have subbed at GC Elementary. I grew up here in Greene County and attended Greene County High School / the University of Northern Iowa. One thing I love about this school is that Paton-Churdan School is like one big family!
My name is Korey Jeschke. I have been teaching for 29 years. I teach PE, health, and driver's ed. I have taught at McClure Jr High in Western Springs, IL. AND Carroll Middle School, Carroll, IA. I grew up in Denison, Iowa, and attended the University of Iowa. One thing I love about this school is the small, close family feeling.
My name is Zandra M. Maldonado. I have been teaching for 18 years. I teach the Fourth-grade class. I have taught at Waianae Elementary (5 years), Ka Waihona PCS (5 years), Meskwaki SS (1 year), Fort Dodge Middle School (4 years), Feelhaver Elementary (1 year), Paton-Churdan (2 years). I grew up in Pukalani, Maui, HI, and attended the University of Hawaii - Manoa. One thing I love about this school is the sense of community and the drive to succeed. I love that! This school loves its children and community.
My name is Anna Miller. I have been teaching for 20 years. I teach preK-12 special education. I have taught at Grand Community School in Boxholm, Southeast Webster Grand in Dayton. I grew up in Fort Dodge and attended Iowa State University, University of Nebraska Kearney. One thing I love about this school is I love the students!
My name is Alisa Olson. I have been teaching for 19 years. I teach Preschool and Middle School science. I taught 7th and 9th grade communication arts at South Harrison RII in Bethany, MO and I taught 6th Grade Literacy at Parkview Middle School in Ankeny, IA. I grew up in New Virginia, IA, and attended undergrad at Graceland University in Lamoni, IA, and graduate courses at Viterbo University in LaCrosse, WI. One thing I love about this school is that I know almost everyone at school.
My name is Jen Redenius. I have been teaching for 12 years. I teach 7-12 ELA. I have also taught at North-Linn High School -- Coggon, Iowa; Clinton High School-- Clinton, Iowa; and Glidden-Ralston Schools, Glidden, Iowa. I grew up in Hudson, Iowa, and attended the University of Iowa for undergrad and UNI for my master's degree. One thing I love about this school is We're one big family!
My name is Karen Rooney. I have been teaching for 7 years. I have taught at Green County. I grew up in Rippey, IA, and attended East Greene Elementary and Perry Middle/High Schools. One thing I love about this school is The teamwork we have and how we help one another.
Welcome to Paton Churdan Community School District
I am so excited to be in my 17th year with the district and my seventh year serving as the PK-12 Principal. Previously I have taught preschool, middle school reading, Guidance Counselor, and School Improvement Coordinator. There are many things I love about our district but most of all I love the idea that we are a family. Students get a tremendous balance of top notch academic experiences, as well as, many opportunities that make them a more well rounded individual.
It is an honor to not only be a part of this family but to get the chance to make a difference in their lives each and every day. Please let me know if you ever have any questions at asmith@paton-churdan.k12.ia.us or by phone at 515-389-3111.
My name is Miranda Marie Steinkamp. I have been teaching for 11 years. I teach First Grade. I grew up in Churdan and attended Indian Hills, Iowa State University. One thing I love about this school is the small class sizes, family feel, community involvement, and time when bigs and littles get to interact.
My name is Jill RaNae Stream. I have been teaching for 8 years. I grew up in Boxholm Iowa and attended Ogden High School. One thing I love about this school is the kids.
My name is Cindy Thurman. I have been teaching for 5 years. I teach Special Education Para k-12. I have taught at Greene County Middle and High School. I grew up in Buffalo, New York, and attended Iowa Central. One thing I love about this school is the Family Atmosphere.
My name is Libby Towers. I have been teaching for 8 years. I am the School Counselor- Elementary CAPS/guidance, Middle School Exploratory, and Senior Prep. I grew up in Lohrville, IA, and attended Minnesota State University, Mankato & Buena Vista University. One thing I love about this school is Our ability and drive to make each child's education specific to them!
My name is Angel Weier . I have been teaching for 3 years. I am a Special Ed Associate. I grew up in Lanyon, IA and attended Prairie Valley. One thing I love about this school is How close knit we all are, I love that the younger kids know the older kids and vice versa.
