Ashbrook Independent School

Teachers and Staff

Ashbrook Independent School’s teachers and staff are the heart and soul of our programs. We strive to have outstanding teachers who not only excel at teaching but also keep in mind the development and interests of the whole student.

Beginning School (pre-K, and K)

  • Michelle Reynolds, Pre-K
  • Kyle Jolley, Pre-K Assistant
  • Vickie Wheatley, Kindergarten

Lower School (grades 1-4)

  • Soozi Stevens, First Grade
  • Rachel Sechler, Second Grade
  • Erin Kooyman, Third Grade
  • Brenda Jensen, Fourth Grade

Middle School Core (grades 5-8)

  • Jill Sisson, Fifth Grade
  • Robin Ippoliti, Middle School History
  • Robin Rybarczyk, Middle School Science
  • Lynette Gottlieb, Middle School English
  • Paul Hunt, Middle School Math
  • Ann Blythe, Middle School Math

Special Areas

  • Scott Gerweck, Music
  • Erik Olsen, Art
  • Kimberly Gifford, Theater
  • Susan Hamer, French
  • Luh Jang Chen, Chinese
  • Lori Wilson, Spanish
  • John Schneider, Physical Education

After Care

  • Nikki Evans, Extended Day and Kitchen Director
  • Kaitlyn Damewood, Extended Day Assistant
  • Jamie Higle, Extended Day Assistant
  • Paul Hunt, Middle School Study Hall

Office Staff

  • Greg Hammerstad, Technical Support/Theater Manager
  • Ed Trueblood, Lead Custodian/Grounds Keeper
  • Elaine Pettigrew, Bookkeeper
  • Nahani Stricker, Administrative Assistant
  • Melissa Elliott, Assistant Principal 
  • Cynthia Roelofs, Principal