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Rev. William R Vander Werff
Pastor

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Mrs. Maureen Turner
Principal

Degree/College: Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Minor in Language Arts & Reading /Aquinas College, Master’s Degree in Special Education, Emotional Impairment Endorsement/ Western Michigan University, Health Coach Degree/Institute for Integrative Nutrition

Favorite Saint: St. Clare of Assisi

Favorite Scripture Verse: Cast your cares on the LORD and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall. Psalm 55:22

Favorite Hobbies: Spending time with family and friends, running, reading, shopping, watching Notre Dame football, and traveling to South Carolina and Northern Michigan.

Short Biography: I am blessed with two daughters, Reagan and Sadie, as well as a loving husband, Jonathan. We were called to St. Mary’s, the moment we stepped in to take a tour of the school. This was a community where we instantly felt safe, heard, and loved. After over 10 years in special education in the public school system, I knew it was time for a change. When I saw that there was an open position as a paraprofessional, I jumped at the opportunity to serve in the school that our family loved so much. In that time, I realized that my passion for education had been reignited. Eventually, I was able to obtain a full time position as the Student Services Educator. Like Christ, non-traditional learners are misunderstood and are often rejected. Through this position, I have been able to build deeper relationships with students and help them to navigate their strengths and weaknesses. As a result, the students begin to mirror small things with great love. I am forever grateful to have a career where I have the opportunity to watch my daughters grow in the same Catholic community. 

Mrs. Mary Peel
School Business Manager

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Mrs. Meaghan French
School Office Manager

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Mrs. Carol Payne
Marketing and Communications Director, Development and Event Director

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Mrs. Rhonda Michels
Special Education Teacher and Student Support Coordinator

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Ms. Josephine Safranski
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