Welcome to Cornerstone Christian School, Bellevue Nebraska

Teri Lynn Schrag Administrator Teri Lynn Schrag, the administrator, has her bachelor’s degree in elementary education with her master’s and endorsement in K-12 administration. She is currently working on her doctorate in educational leadership and has 20 years of classroom experience. Her favorite verse is Isaiah 43:1, “But now, this is what the Lord says- He who created you, o Jacob, He who formed you, O Israel: ‘Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; and you are mine.” Her email is tlschrag@cornerstonechristianschool.org.	Michele Caldwell Office Manager Michele Caldwell is the office manager. She is currently pursuing her associates in paralegal and later her bachelor in Business Management. She has over 15 years of office administration experience and has been with CCS for 6 years. Ms. Caldwell’s favorite verse is Isaiah 49:16. “See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands; your walls are ever before me.” She can be reached at office@cornerstonechristianschool.org.
Lisa Deese Receptionist Lisa Deese is the receptionist. Mrs. Deese has over five years of office experience and has been at CCS for two years. Her favorite verse is Ephesians 3:20-21, “Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen.” She can be reached at office@cornerstonechristianschool.org.	Eva Goossen Kindergarten Eva Goossen, our kindergarten teacher, has a master's degree in early childhood education. This will be Eva's first year of teaching. Mrs. Goossen's favorite verse is Matthew 6:34 "Therefore do not be anxious for tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own." Her email is goossenccs@gmail.com.
Jessica Songster Kindergarten Jessica Songster, our kindergarten teacher, has a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with an English language learners endorsement. This is her second year of teaching. Her favorite verse is in II Corinthians 12:9, "But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me." She can be reached at jesssongster@gmail.com.	Jan Morrison First Grade Janet Morrison, our first grade teacher, has a bachelor of science in education with an endorsement in early childhood. She is teaching her 20th class of kindergarteners or first graders. One of her favorite Bible passages is Psalm 138. Verses 2-3 say “I will bow down toward Your holy temple and will praise Your name for Your love and Your faithfulness, for You have exalted above all things Your name and Your word. When I called, You answered me: You made me bold and stouthearted.” Her email is mjanetmorrison@gmail.com.
Dawn Burkett Second Grade Dawn Burkett, the second grade teacher, has a bachelor of arts degree in elementary education and a bachelor of science degree in Biblical studies. She has taught for ten years. Mrs. Burkett's favorite Bible verse is Isaiah 40:30-31. "Even youth grow tired and weary and young men stumble and fall. But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings as eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not be faint." She can be reached at dawncburkett@gmail.com.	Karen Moritz Third Grade Karen Moritz, the third grade teacher, has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education with an emphasis in Spanish and a master’s degree in learning disabilities and behavior disorders. She has taught for eighteen years. Mrs. Moritz's favorite verse is Philippians 4:13: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." She can be reached at mrs.mortiz@gmail.com.
Lisa Binko Fourth Grade Lisa Binko, the fourth grade teacher, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Education with an Endorsement in Early Childhood Development. This is her 17th year as a part of the CCS family and her 13th year on staff. Romans 1:16, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, and then to the Gentile.” is her favorite verse. Her email is lbinko88@gmail.com.	Kendra Williams Fifth Grade Kendra Williams, the fifth grade teacher, has a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and is working towards her master's in literacy. This is her second year teaching. Mrs. Williams' favorite verse is Psalm 121:1-2. "I lift my eyes up to the hills, where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth." She can be reached at kendra.williams1124@gmail.com.
Melanie Lilly Fifth Grade Melanie Lilly, the fifth grade teacher, has a bachelor's and master's degree in elementary education. She has taught for 14 years. Mrs. Lilly's favorite verse is Philippians 4:8-9. "Finally brothers, whatever is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable -- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy--think on these things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me -- put into practice. And the peace of God will be with you." She can be reached at mrs.lilly.ccs@gmail.com.	Rachel Tiller 6th Grade Advisor Rachel Tiller, our middle school technology teacher, has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She has taught for two years. Mrs. Tiller’s favorite verse is Proverbs 19:9, “Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.” Her email is sunrays777@msn.com.
Deb Dommel 7th Grade Advisor Deb Dommel have received a BA in Bible and completed post graduate studies for her teaching certification. Mrs. Dommel teaches middle school science and elementary technology. She has taught for a total of 16 years. Her teaching is guided by Revelation 4:11: “You are worthy, our Lord and God to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things and by your will they were created and have their being,” and Ephesians 1:18-19 “I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in the saints, and his incomparably great power for us who believe.” She can be reached at deb.dommel@gmail.com.	Renee Hanson 8th Grade Advisor Renee Hanson, the middle school English and 7th and 8th grade history teacher, has a bachelor's degree in French and English, as well as a bachelor's in elementary education. She has taught for more than twenty years. A favorite scripture of hers is Jeremiah 29:11, "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace.....to give you a future and a hope." Mrs. Hanson’s email is PnRHanson@aol.com.
Alyssa Dennis High School Alyssa Dennis has a bachelor of arts in English from Creighton University and is our high school English teacher. She taught high school English for 6 years before starting a family. Mrs. Dennis's favorite verse is Deuteronomy 31:6 "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." Her email is adennis1016@gmail.com.	Susan Leighty High School Susan Leighty is the high school mathematics and science teacher. She also teaches 8th grade algebra. She has a bachelor's of science degree with a minor in mathematics. This is Susan's first year with Cornerstone. Her favorite Bible verse is Revelation 1:8, "'I am the Alpha and the Omega,' says the Lord God, 'who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.'" Her email is smleighty@gmail.com.
Mark Lambert Music Mark Lambert, our music teacher, has a bachelor’s degree in K-12 vocal and instrumental Music Education. This is his 2nd year teaching at CCS. His favorite verse is Proverbs 3:5-6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways, acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths.” He can be reached at Mark_Lambert05@Hotmail.com.	Dominic Kegel Physical Education and History Dominic Kegel, our 5th-9th grade PE, 6th grade social studies, and 9th grade history teacher. He is also our athletic director. He has a bachelor's degree in K-12 physical education. This is his second year teaching, and his first at CCS. Mr. Kegel's favorite scripture is Luke 12:6,7, “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are numbered. Do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” His email is dominickegel@gmail.com.
Coleen Crow Physical Education and Art Coleen Crow, the elementary Art and P.E. teacher, has a bachelor's degree in elementary education with an endorsement in early childhood education. She has taught for seventeen years. Mrs. Crow's favorite verse is John 5:24, “I tell you the truth, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be condemned; he has crossed over from death to life.” Her email is ckcrow@hotmail.com.

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