Secondary (6-12)
Sally Acker, BA, MA -- HS Math
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 129
Career: BA in Secondary Education with majors in Mathematics and History from WMU in 1972; MA in Teaching of Secondary Mathematics from WMU in 1975; ACSI Certificate.
Comment: I am so blessed to be able to teach a subject I enjoy and to be able to incorporate into my classes the awesome knowledge of how God relates to it and to them. It is a wonderful experience to be involved in a young person's academic and spiritual growth. My husband Russ and I were married in 1972 and own and operate a dairy farm. I taught HS math classes for 2 years at Centreville Public Schools and then for 3 years at the Grand Rapids Baptist Academy (now Northpointe) before our children were born. Thankfully, I was led by God to teach at ACS in 1993. Our children: Nathan, Sara, and Jonathan; and our daughter-in-law Rachael have all greatly benefited from, and graduated from ACS. Our granddaughter Kylie is a current student of ACS as well.
Career: BA in Secondary Education with majors in Mathematics and History from WMU in 1972; MA in Teaching of Secondary Mathematics from WMU in 1975; ACSI Certificate.
Comment: I am so blessed to be able to teach a subject I enjoy and to be able to incorporate into my classes the awesome knowledge of how God relates to it and to them. It is a wonderful experience to be involved in a young person's academic and spiritual growth. My husband Russ and I were married in 1972 and own and operate a dairy farm. I taught HS math classes for 2 years at Centreville Public Schools and then for 3 years at the Grand Rapids Baptist Academy (now Northpointe) before our children were born. Thankfully, I was led by God to teach at ACS in 1993. Our children: Nathan, Sara, and Jonathan; and our daughter-in-law Rachael have all greatly benefited from, and graduated from ACS. Our granddaughter Kylie is a current student of ACS as well.
dave Berg, m.ed -- science, advanced math, study skills
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Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 139
Career: Bachelor of Science from Pensacola Christian College, Masters of Education from Summit University, ACSI Certified. Comment: I have been teaching at ACS since 2015. God opened many doors as my family and I moved to the state of Michigan. I am so excited to be part of the ACS family. I get to teach about subjects I love and share my passion for defending Biblical creation. The biggest blessing in working at ACS is that I get to invest in the lives of young men and women, and I get to see them mature as children of God. My wife, Patty, and my kids, Zach, Jordan, and Jacob are excited to be part of the ACS family as well. |
Vanessa Bergman, BA -- Art, computers, and Yearbook
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 139
Career: BA in K-12 Art Education from Grand Valley State University; ACSI Certificate.
Comment: I have been the art teacher at ACS since 2013. What a blessing it is to work at a school where God is working and moving in the hearts of students and teachers. I love that I am able to share and teach the love of God through art. Teaching all ages from Kindergarten all the way to 12th grade allows me to see them grow and develop into the young men and women God created them to be.
Career: BA in K-12 Art Education from Grand Valley State University; ACSI Certificate.
Comment: I have been the art teacher at ACS since 2013. What a blessing it is to work at a school where God is working and moving in the hearts of students and teachers. I love that I am able to share and teach the love of God through art. Teaching all ages from Kindergarten all the way to 12th grade allows me to see them grow and develop into the young men and women God created them to be.
derek delgado, BS -- Physical education, Health
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Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 141
Career: Bachelor of Science in K-12 Physical Education and 6-12 Health Education from Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, IL. ACS is my first full time teaching job! I was hired here in the fall of 2015 after completing my degree requirements in December of 2014. I substitute taught and coached high school baseball during the spring of 2015.
Comment: My goal as a teacher has always been to bring a servant's heart into whatever school and school district I have the privilege of working for. I truly believe that students, no matter their backgrounds, will not care what or how much you teach them until they know how much you care. With that in mind, I am here at Algoma with a relational perspective on teaching - getting to know my students and showing interest in them outside of the classroom in hopes of getting through to them in the classroom. Whether through teaching, coaching, or every day interactions in the halls of the school, I strive to be someone that students of all ages can look to as a positive, Christ-like example. My wife Mackenzie and I have been married since January 2nd of 2015. We moved to Grand Rapids in August of the same year upon me being hired here at ACS. On October 12, 2016, our daughter Charlotte entered the world. Currently, we live in the thriving metropolis of Conklin, MI. |
Amy Lyons, BA, M.ED -- AP History, AP English, hs english, World History
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 127
Career: Mrs. Lyons is a graduate of Faith Baptist School in Davison, MI; graduated from the University of Michigan-Flint; and completed her Masters of Education degree at Liberty University; ACSI Certificate. I have been teaching at ACS since 2008.
Comment: I am originally from the Grand Blanc area of East Michigan. After our family relocated to the West Michigan area, it was difficult not having any family or friends with whom to connect. ACS filled that void and has become our new family and provided a strong friendship network for each of us. My husband and I have three children all of whom have attended ACS. This school has become a part of our hearts, and we are so very blessed to have found such an amazing place to call 'home'. I am grateful for this school!
Career: Mrs. Lyons is a graduate of Faith Baptist School in Davison, MI; graduated from the University of Michigan-Flint; and completed her Masters of Education degree at Liberty University; ACSI Certificate. I have been teaching at ACS since 2008.
Comment: I am originally from the Grand Blanc area of East Michigan. After our family relocated to the West Michigan area, it was difficult not having any family or friends with whom to connect. ACS filled that void and has become our new family and provided a strong friendship network for each of us. My husband and I have three children all of whom have attended ACS. This school has become a part of our hearts, and we are so very blessed to have found such an amazing place to call 'home'. I am grateful for this school!
Gordon Neville, BFA -- Band
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 136
Career: I received my Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from Florida Atlantic University with graduate studies at North Florida University and Central Michigan University. I've taught band and music in Florida for 13 years in both public and Christian schools and I have an ACSI Certificate. I moved to Michigan in 1999 and taught in the Grand Rapids Public School system for 14 years. This my second great year at Algoma Christian as its band director and 3rd and 4th grade music teacher.
Comment: My wonderful wife Barbara and I have 6 children and 7 grandchildren and live in the the Cedar Springs area. I also have a military career with the U.S. Army, the 13th Army Band, and the 126 Army Band which I retired from in August of 2012 with a total of 21 years service. I retired from public school teaching in 2013 looking for something part time I could do and still be somewhat retired. The position at Algoma Christian is the best job of my teaching career and the Lord, faculty, and students are the reason why.
Career: I received my Bachelors of Fine Arts degree from Florida Atlantic University with graduate studies at North Florida University and Central Michigan University. I've taught band and music in Florida for 13 years in both public and Christian schools and I have an ACSI Certificate. I moved to Michigan in 1999 and taught in the Grand Rapids Public School system for 14 years. This my second great year at Algoma Christian as its band director and 3rd and 4th grade music teacher.
Comment: My wonderful wife Barbara and I have 6 children and 7 grandchildren and live in the the Cedar Springs area. I also have a military career with the U.S. Army, the 13th Army Band, and the 126 Army Band which I retired from in August of 2012 with a total of 21 years service. I retired from public school teaching in 2013 looking for something part time I could do and still be somewhat retired. The position at Algoma Christian is the best job of my teaching career and the Lord, faculty, and students are the reason why.
Cheryl Newsted, BA -- ms english, HS English, Speech, Geography 8
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 132
Career: I am from Freeland, MI, attended Baptist Bible College in Pennsylvania and graduated from Cornerstone University with a BA in English and a history minor. I have taught in public and Christian schools for over 10 years.
Comment: I joined Algoma Christian School in 2014. Being a youth pastor's wife for 15 years gave me tons of experience working with teens and made me realize how tough it is to be a teen and live for God today. Being a mom to my own three teenagers has cemented further in my mind that we need to be strategic in teaching and showing Christian young people how to live out their faith every day. I am honored to be able to combine my love of teaching and teens every day. What a privilege to get paid to do what I love!
Career: I am from Freeland, MI, attended Baptist Bible College in Pennsylvania and graduated from Cornerstone University with a BA in English and a history minor. I have taught in public and Christian schools for over 10 years.
Comment: I joined Algoma Christian School in 2014. Being a youth pastor's wife for 15 years gave me tons of experience working with teens and made me realize how tough it is to be a teen and live for God today. Being a mom to my own three teenagers has cemented further in my mind that we need to be strategic in teaching and showing Christian young people how to live out their faith every day. I am honored to be able to combine my love of teaching and teens every day. What a privilege to get paid to do what I love!
Tim Quinlan, BS, M.Ed- Science 7, Athletic Director
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 141
Career: Biology degree from Hope College, my teaching degree is from Ferris State University, as is my Master's Degree in School Administration.
Comment: I spent 4 years in the army, as a crewman on an M1A1 main battle tank. When I left the army I was a tank commander (E-5). I also served in Desert Storm. I am married to Kathryn (Kate). We have 4 children, Nicole, Maeve, Timothy and Shannon. I taught middle school biology at Morley Stanwood for 23 years. Retiring with 31 years time in service due to military credit. During that time I coached middle school boys' and girls' basketball, middle school girls' volleyball, JV girls' basketball, Varsity volleyball and Varsity boys' basketball. I was also the middle school games manager/AD for 5 years. Currently I am serving the Lord at Algoma Christian as AD, Varsity girls' basketball coach, IT handyman and 7th grade science teacher.
Career: Biology degree from Hope College, my teaching degree is from Ferris State University, as is my Master's Degree in School Administration.
Comment: I spent 4 years in the army, as a crewman on an M1A1 main battle tank. When I left the army I was a tank commander (E-5). I also served in Desert Storm. I am married to Kathryn (Kate). We have 4 children, Nicole, Maeve, Timothy and Shannon. I taught middle school biology at Morley Stanwood for 23 years. Retiring with 31 years time in service due to military credit. During that time I coached middle school boys' and girls' basketball, middle school girls' volleyball, JV girls' basketball, Varsity volleyball and Varsity boys' basketball. I was also the middle school games manager/AD for 5 years. Currently I am serving the Lord at Algoma Christian as AD, Varsity girls' basketball coach, IT handyman and 7th grade science teacher.
Angie Skelonc, BS -- HS Math, Math 7 & 8, Bible 7, Social studies 7
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 134
Career: Bachelor of Science, from Wright State University. In process of completing additional graduate classes from Ferris State University. Comment: Algoma Christian School has been an important part of my life. I started teaching here in 2012, part-time, and then full-time since 2013. I attended ACS as a student through fourth grade and have many fond memories of past teachers and classes at Algoma. My husband and I live in the Sand Lake area with our three children who also attend ACS. After moving back from Ohio and having three small children, I thought my teaching days might be over. God had other plans for me, and now I have the privilege of teaching at Algoma. I can impact children's lives here at ACS just as past teachers did for me. God is so good! |
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Sherri Vander Meulen, BA -- Spanish, computers, guidance
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 135
Career: Bachelor of Arts, from Alma College. In process of completing Masters of Education; ACSI Certificate.
Comment: My husband and I have two daughters attending ACS and are thankful for the family atmosphere and quality education our children receive. As a teacher, I'm blessed to have the opportunity to talk about Christ, teach students, and share my passion of the Spanish language in the same place. God placed me at ACS in the fall of 2010, and I enjoy the opportunity to work with students eager to learn the Spanish language, culture, and see the ways God is working through their lives. I want all students to succeed and I enjoy the opportunity to work with students of various abilities and skill levels to reach their full, God-given potential. During college I had the opportunity to study in Cusco, Peru for two summers. I volunteered at a girl's orphanage and was able to speak with them about Jesus and connect through English lessons, homework help, recreation, and their afternoon tasks. One day I hope to return to Cusco with my family.
Career: Bachelor of Arts, from Alma College. In process of completing Masters of Education; ACSI Certificate.
Comment: My husband and I have two daughters attending ACS and are thankful for the family atmosphere and quality education our children receive. As a teacher, I'm blessed to have the opportunity to talk about Christ, teach students, and share my passion of the Spanish language in the same place. God placed me at ACS in the fall of 2010, and I enjoy the opportunity to work with students eager to learn the Spanish language, culture, and see the ways God is working through their lives. I want all students to succeed and I enjoy the opportunity to work with students of various abilities and skill levels to reach their full, God-given potential. During college I had the opportunity to study in Cusco, Peru for two summers. I volunteered at a girl's orphanage and was able to speak with them about Jesus and connect through English lessons, homework help, recreation, and their afternoon tasks. One day I hope to return to Cusco with my family.
Steve White, BA, TH.M. -- Bible 8-12
Phone: 616-678-7480 Ext: 121
Career: Bachelor of Arts, Religion major from Cornerstone University; Master of Theology, New Testament and academic ministries emphasis from Dallas Theological Seminary; Full Member of the Evangelical Theological Society; Lifetime Bible Specialist Certification from ACSI.
Comments: Shortly after my wife and I moved to northern Kent County in 2001, we began looking for a Christian school for our son. As we inquired around, Algoma Christian School kept coming up. We enrolled our son and quickly discovered why so many people recommended Algoma. The Algoma family is made up of hardworking, unpretentious, servant-hearted people. The school is committed to high academic standards, sound evangelical teaching and practice, and is supported by caring faculty and staff. In 2007 I joined the faculty full time.
Career: Bachelor of Arts, Religion major from Cornerstone University; Master of Theology, New Testament and academic ministries emphasis from Dallas Theological Seminary; Full Member of the Evangelical Theological Society; Lifetime Bible Specialist Certification from ACSI.
Comments: Shortly after my wife and I moved to northern Kent County in 2001, we began looking for a Christian school for our son. As we inquired around, Algoma Christian School kept coming up. We enrolled our son and quickly discovered why so many people recommended Algoma. The Algoma family is made up of hardworking, unpretentious, servant-hearted people. The school is committed to high academic standards, sound evangelical teaching and practice, and is supported by caring faculty and staff. In 2007 I joined the faculty full time.