Elementary Teachers

If there is any one resource that defines a great school, it is a quality teaching staff. Since RMCA’s teachers are committed to the spiritual, academic, physical, and social development of each child, they model the virtues they teach. Faculty members are selected on the basis of their love for God and their love for children. They are trained, experienced professionals with a solemn understanding of their role as the authority in the classroom.

• All staff are committed Christians who attend a variety of churches within the community
• From the energy of first-year teachers to the experience of 20-year veterans, staff members model academic and moral excellence
• All classroom teachers have college degrees and professional training
• Qualified specialists teach art, music, and physical education
• Teachers are required to pursue ongoing education to continue growing and learning along with their students

Mary Jane Mees, Kindergarten Teacher

Mrs. Mees is one of the founding teachers at RMCA, teaching kindergarten since 1999. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Northern Colorado. Before joining the RMCA staff, Mrs. Mees taught preschool for four years, then administered preschools for 23 years, including eight years as Program Director for the Longmont YMCA and 12 years as Preschool Director for the St. Vrain Valley School District. She is also an Instructor Trainer for the Love and Logic Institute, teaching both parents and teachers. She has been actively involved in a variety of non-profit activities, including committees for the OUR Center, the St. Vrain Valley School District, and Central Presbyterian Church, where she and her husband, John, are members. She has three grown stepchildren, a son in college, and two beautiful grandchildren. Mrs. Mees grew up in New York, and has lived in Longmont since 1976.

Tamara Randleman, Kindergarten Teacher's Aide

Not quite a native, Mrs. Randleman moved to Colorado when she was four years old. She and her husband, Todd, have one daughter. They attend Rocky Mountain Christian Church. Mrs. Randleman has worked with Mrs. Mees in the kindergarten program since 2000.

Diane Cowan, 1st Grade Teacher

Ms. Cowan joined the RMCA staff in 2003 as a fifth grade teacher, and moved to first grade in 2005. She grew up in New York and Texas, but moved to Colorado years ago, where she has remained except for two years in Kansas and six months in Wales. Ms. Cowan earned her Bachelors’ degree at the University of Texas at Austin and Metro State College of Denver. She has volunteered with a single mom’s support group at the Caring Pregnancy Center, worked in her church’s Children’s Ministry as Program Coordinator, Teacher Trainer, and Teacher, and taught for ten years at First Presbyterian Preschool. Ms. Cowan has two grown children and two grandchildren.

Amy Young, 1st Grade Teacher

Teaching first grade at RMCA since 2000, Mrs. Young holds two Bachelors’ degrees from Wheaton College in Social Science and History. She has taught Sunday School for nursery through adults, as well as home-schooling her own children for six years and teaching a home school group for two years. She has also worked in human resources, as a law clerk, and in an inner city ministry. She is from New Jersey, but has lived in Colorado since 1985. She and her husband, Jeff, have two children, and attend Flatirons Community Church.

Maggie Bauer, 2nd Grade Teacher

Mrs. Maggie Bauer began teaching Second Grade in 2004, after having been an RMCA parent and guest teacher for several years. She holds a BA in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Reading Education, both from the University of Colorado. She taught first and second grades for 13 years before taking time off to raise her family. She has also taught numerous Sunday school classes, as well as an early intervention program for at-risk readers. Mrs. Bauer lives in Longmont, and she and her husband, Dan, have three children, all enrolled at RMCA, and attend Calvary Church in Longmont.

Shannon Hoffmann, 2nd Grade Teacher

Prior to coming to RMCA in 2002 with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Bob Jones University, Mrs. Hoffmann taught first grade and coached high school girls’ basketball and volleyball at Faith Baptist School in Longmont for four years. She is currently working on her Master’s Degree in Instructional Leadership. Mrs. Hoffmann grew up near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She and her husband, Glenn, live in Firestone and attend Northern Ridge Baptist Church.

Teresa Fraser, MA, 3rd Grade Teacher

A Latin specialist teacher for RMCA’s first three years, Mrs. Fraser transitioned to third grade classroom teacher and Latin supervisor in 2002. She grew up in Oklahoma, and attended the University of Oklahoma for two years, then earned Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Elementary Education from Milligan College. Her love of science is evident in her enthusiasm as coordinator of the RMCA Science Fair. She previously taught third grade at Providence Academy, a classical and Christian school in Tennessee. She and her husband, James, have two children at RMCA and attend Calvary Bible Church in Erie.

Mary Wigotow, 3rd Grade Teacher

Mrs. Wigotow taught fourth grade for four years, then spent two years as Media Specialist helping to develop the RMCA Media Center. She moved to third grade in 2006. Mrs.Wigotow holds a Bachelors’ degree in Psychology, as well as Teacher Certification, from CU Boulder. Her family includes her husband, Phil, and three children. She brings a varied background, volunteering for 20 years in church children's ministry, teaching five years of preschool, and working in a children’s book store and a church library. Mrs. Wigotow is a native Coloradan; she and her family are members of Calvary Bible Evangelical Free Church.

Marsha Townsend, 4th Grade Teacher

Mrs. Townsend joined the RMCA staff in 2003 to teach fourth grade. She and her husband, Scott, have been involved for many years as RMCA parents and members of Rocky Mountain Christian Church. Their two daughters both attend RMCA. Mrs. Townsend holds a Bachelors’ degree in Psychology from CU Boulder, and also earned her Elementary Education Certification there. She taught fifth, third, and second grades in Cherry Creek public schools in Denver, before taking seven years away from the classroom to be home with her daughters. Mrs. Townsend grew up in Maryland, but has lived in Colorado since 1983.

Betsy Weber, 4th Grade Teacher

Joining the RMCA staff in 2005, Mrs. Weber brought six years’ experience teaching third and fourth grade. She has been Co-Coordinator for the children’s program the Christian Church of Estes Park, where she and her family were charter members. Her Bachelor’s degree is in Elementary Education from Hanover College. She and her husband now live in Erie and attend Rocky Mountain Christian Church. Their two children are students at RMCA.

Alicia Webster, 5th Grade Teacher

Mrs. Ali Webster joins the RMCA staff in the fall of 2006 to teach fifth grade. She brings a Bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Colorado State University, as well as six years of Christian school teaching experience, four years at Longmont Christian School and two in a Homeschool Enrichment Program. She and her husband live in Longmont and attend Lifebridge Christian Church, where Mrs. Webster has worked with youth as a discipleship group leader. They have two children who attend RMCA.

Patty Killeen, Art Teacher

Mrs. Killeen has been an RMCA parent and preschool teacher for many years, and currently teaches Art for 1st—8th grades. She and her husband, Michael, have three sons, two of whom attend RMCA. She began teaching art in 2004, and is pursuing a degree in Art Education. Mrs. Killeen and her family live in Longmont and attend Rocky Mountain Christian Church.

Lorene Wrapp, Physical Education Teacher

Mrs. Wrapp and her husband, Mark (a founding RMCA board member), have been actively involved in RMCA since its inception, and had a child in RMCA’s first kindergarten class! One of their two sons still attends RMCA. Mrs. Wrapp joined the staff in 2002, bringing to the position a Bachelors’ degree in Physical Education and experience working at Coors Wellness Center, the YMCA of Boulder, and the Denver Athletic Club. The Wrapps are members of Rocky Mountain Christian Church.

Donna McCullough, General Music Teacher

Mrs.McCullough joined the RMCA staff in 2007. With a Bachelor of Music from Wayland Baptist University and a Master of Arts in Music Education from West Texas A&M University, she brings a wealth of music experience to RMCA. She began her career in Texas, where she spent 10 years directing middle and high school band and church youth and handbell choirs, and volunteered in the orchestra and the praise team. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in Music Education. Mrs. McCullough lives in Estes Park with her husband, Chris, and her two children. They attend Rocky Mountain Evangelical Free Church.

Byron Dudrey, MM, Choir Director

Mr. Dudrey came on board at RMCA in 2003 to develop the band and choir programs. Currently, he concentrates on vocal music, directing choirs for 5th - 8th grades. Mr. Dudrey brings to this position a degree in Vocal Performance and a Master’s in Double Bass Performance. He teaches Bass at the Rocky Mountain Center for Musical Arts in Lafayette, and he is also Associate Pastor of Instrumental Music at Rocky Mountain Christian Church. He and his wife, Marie, have three children, all students at RMCA.

Bill Wilkinson, Band Director

Mr. Wilkinson has been involved in church music since he was in high school. He currently plays in the band and orchestra at his home church, Rocky Mountain Christian Church, and has played in various musical groups over the years, including a group that played for President Nixon! Mr. Wilkinson has taught music and band, mostly at the secondary level, for over thirty years, most recently at Silver Creek High School in Longmont. He holds a BS in Music Education, as well as having completed graduate work at the University of Northern Colorado and Colorado State University. At RMCA, Mr. Wilkinson joined the RMCA staff in 2003 to direct Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced, and Jazz Bands for students in 5th—8th grades.

Sarah Overturf, Media Specialist

In the spring of 2007, Mrs. Overturf became the RMCA Media Specialist. She holds a BA in English from Arizona State University, and is also a writer, with work published in Focus on the Family Magazine and in women’s and family Bibles, devotional magazines, and Bible studies. Mrs. Overturf was born in Idaho, raised in Utah, and also lived in Arizona before settling in Colorado. She volunteers in Sunday school at Rocky Mountain Christian Church, which she has attended for 12 years. She and her husband, Neil, have three children who attend RMCA.

Dana Gray, Teachers’ Aide

Dana Gray joined the RMCA staff in the spring of 2007 as a Teacher’s Aide. Mrs. Gray grew up in Memphis, Tennessee and holds a BA in Graphic Design from the University of Memphis. Her work experience includes teaching 3-6 year olds at a Montessori school in Memphis and at Bible Study Fellowship in Longmont. She also worked at WOW! Children’s Museum in Lafayette. Her family attends Reformed Baptist Church of Northern Colorado. Her two daughters attend RMCA.

Kellie Hart, Teachers’ Aide

Mrs. Hart joined the RMCA staff in 2003 as a Teachers’ Aide, supervising lunch and recess and assisting the teachers. She and her husband, Larry, have two children, both enrolled at RMCA. The Harts attend Rocky Mountain Christian Church.

Gina Lanier, Teachers’ Aide

Mrs. Gina Lanier grew up in Longmont, and now lives in Firestone. She started as a Teachers' Aide in the spring of 2007. She and her husband, Jeff, have three children, two of whom attend RMCA, and a dog named Cleo. They attend Rocky Mountain Christian Church.

 

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