LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION
Dan Simon
School Director, HS Mathematics
Contact: dsimon@ccsnj.net
Calvary Christian School is special. You see it every single day in the love our staff has for the students and the way they disciple each student. It’s a privilege to come alongside parents as they seek to raise their children to be disciples of Jesus Christ and to train up the next generation of Christians by providing them the academic foundation to succeed in their God-given purpose.
School Director, HS Mathematics
Contact: dsimon@ccsnj.net
Calvary Christian School is special. You see it every single day in the love our staff has for the students and the way they disciple each student. It’s a privilege to come alongside parents as they seek to raise their children to be disciples of Jesus Christ and to train up the next generation of Christians by providing them the academic foundation to succeed in their God-given purpose.
Lori Kalli
Director of Elementary and Middle School, MS Science, STEAM Teacher
Conact: kalli@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it allows me to follow Jesus' command when He said, "Feed my sheep." My desire is to help students develop a vibrant relationship with my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please pray that students who know the Lord learn to walk more closely with Him, that students who do not have a strong walk with Jesus will grow in their faith, and that students who have yet to accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior will find their way into His loving embrace.
Director of Elementary and Middle School, MS Science, STEAM Teacher
Conact: kalli@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it allows me to follow Jesus' command when He said, "Feed my sheep." My desire is to help students develop a vibrant relationship with my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please pray that students who know the Lord learn to walk more closely with Him, that students who do not have a strong walk with Jesus will grow in their faith, and that students who have yet to accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior will find their way into His loving embrace.
Angela Durkin
Office Manager, School Nurse, HS CPR
Contact: adurkin@ccsnj.net
Calvary is my second home and my extended family, not only for me but also for my children. I love being able to serve the staff, the students, and their families in any way God calls me. The teachers and staff are all invested in the same things, the development of each student's education, and their spiritual and emotional well-being. It has been a privilege to be a part of Calvary Christian School for these last fifteen years.
Office Manager, School Nurse, HS CPR
Contact: adurkin@ccsnj.net
Calvary is my second home and my extended family, not only for me but also for my children. I love being able to serve the staff, the students, and their families in any way God calls me. The teachers and staff are all invested in the same things, the development of each student's education, and their spiritual and emotional well-being. It has been a privilege to be a part of Calvary Christian School for these last fifteen years.
Liz Estevez
Business Manager
Contact: lestevez@ccsnj.net
Our faculty gets it; Jesus is at the core of everything we do. Every student counts, every student matters, and every student is loved. We truly are a family here at CCS, and I love that. One of my priorities is to pray specifically for our families throughout the year. I am excited to see how the Lord will move and reveal Himself.
Business Manager
Contact: lestevez@ccsnj.net
Our faculty gets it; Jesus is at the core of everything we do. Every student counts, every student matters, and every student is loved. We truly are a family here at CCS, and I love that. One of my priorities is to pray specifically for our families throughout the year. I am excited to see how the Lord will move and reveal Himself.
Sean Kenny
Director of Discipleship, HS History
Contact: skenny@ccsnj.net
What makes CCS such a special place is the genuine love seen throughout the entirety of the school community on a daily basis. We are one family, united in Christ towards a common goal. The prioritization of the spiritual and academic formation of our students is such a blessing. I desire for all of our students to see the power that a Christ-centered education can have, propelling to love the Lord with all their heart, soul, mind and strength (Matthew 22:37).
Director of Discipleship, HS History
Contact: skenny@ccsnj.net
What makes CCS such a special place is the genuine love seen throughout the entirety of the school community on a daily basis. We are one family, united in Christ towards a common goal. The prioritization of the spiritual and academic formation of our students is such a blessing. I desire for all of our students to see the power that a Christ-centered education can have, propelling to love the Lord with all their heart, soul, mind and strength (Matthew 22:37).
Alexandra Manning
Assistant Dean of Students, MS Mathematics, Website Design/Maintenance
Contact: amanning@ccsnj.net
CCS is a school that clearly exudes the love of Jesus. The relationships fostered between staff, parents, and students are built on the foundation of a mutual desire to see one another grow deeper in Christ's love as we seek to discover who He has uniquely created us to be. My desire for the school year is to reach each of my students spiritually and academically. We will work together to pursue excellence in both our hearts and minds.
Assistant Dean of Students, MS Mathematics, Website Design/Maintenance
Contact: amanning@ccsnj.net
CCS is a school that clearly exudes the love of Jesus. The relationships fostered between staff, parents, and students are built on the foundation of a mutual desire to see one another grow deeper in Christ's love as we seek to discover who He has uniquely created us to be. My desire for the school year is to reach each of my students spiritually and academically. We will work together to pursue excellence in both our hearts and minds.
Kimberly Murray
Director of Guidance (HS), HS Art
Contact: kmurray@ccsnj.net
This place is a family to me and my kids! I am so blessed to be a part of watching students grow into who God created them to be. We have the privilege of helping them learn and grow through the Christian worldview and working along side parents as partners in this journey. My prayer for this year is that I would be able to help draw students closer to God’s path for their life and closer to Him.
Director of Guidance (HS), HS Art
Contact: kmurray@ccsnj.net
This place is a family to me and my kids! I am so blessed to be a part of watching students grow into who God created them to be. We have the privilege of helping them learn and grow through the Christian worldview and working along side parents as partners in this journey. My prayer for this year is that I would be able to help draw students closer to God’s path for their life and closer to Him.
Brenda Narcisse
Director of Special Services and Intervention
Contact: bnarcisse@ccsnj.net
It was a real honor the day I came to join this family and was able to come alongside others in disciplining and training our students. What is unique about our school is that the staff does everything from a place of love. It is palpable throughout the school's climate that the staff cares for students, families, and each other. It is also evident in the willingness of everyone to stop and seek God’s guidance in everyday activities.
Director of Special Services and Intervention
Contact: bnarcisse@ccsnj.net
It was a real honor the day I came to join this family and was able to come alongside others in disciplining and training our students. What is unique about our school is that the staff does everything from a place of love. It is palpable throughout the school's climate that the staff cares for students, families, and each other. It is also evident in the willingness of everyone to stop and seek God’s guidance in everyday activities.
Mike Wilkerson
Director of Athletics, Dean of Student Life (HS)
Contact: mwilkerson@ccsnj.net
Calvary has been a home away from home where I’ve watched my daughters develop into amazing little girls thanks to the constant prayer and rigorous education they have received here. My vision and goal for the school is to develop a culture where students feel like leaders and learn to face challenges each day better than they did the day before.
Director of Athletics, Dean of Student Life (HS)
Contact: mwilkerson@ccsnj.net
Calvary has been a home away from home where I’ve watched my daughters develop into amazing little girls thanks to the constant prayer and rigorous education they have received here. My vision and goal for the school is to develop a culture where students feel like leaders and learn to face challenges each day better than they did the day before.
Mary Kate Yang
Director of Admissions
Contact: myang@ccsnj.net
Calvary Christian School, with its model of Education by Discipleship, is a very special place. Students have the opportunity to learn about the Lord on a daily basis as teachers pray with them and for them, lead them in worship, and bring the knowledge of the Lord into every subject matter. My own children attend CCS, and I have seen firsthand the difference this school can make in their spiritual, academic, and emotional development. It is a joy to serve the Lord at CCS and to be a part of all that God is doing through the school. As it relates to the Office of Admissions, my prayer and goal for the school is to implement operational efficiencies that will be a blessing to families and staff alike. I also pray that more God-fearing families will choose to partner with CCS in educating their child(ren) in the coming year. As it relates to the school in general, my prayer is that God will remain at the center of all we do, and that our students will grow in their knowledge and love of the Lord.
Director of Admissions
Contact: myang@ccsnj.net
Calvary Christian School, with its model of Education by Discipleship, is a very special place. Students have the opportunity to learn about the Lord on a daily basis as teachers pray with them and for them, lead them in worship, and bring the knowledge of the Lord into every subject matter. My own children attend CCS, and I have seen firsthand the difference this school can make in their spiritual, academic, and emotional development. It is a joy to serve the Lord at CCS and to be a part of all that God is doing through the school. As it relates to the Office of Admissions, my prayer and goal for the school is to implement operational efficiencies that will be a blessing to families and staff alike. I also pray that more God-fearing families will choose to partner with CCS in educating their child(ren) in the coming year. As it relates to the school in general, my prayer is that God will remain at the center of all we do, and that our students will grow in their knowledge and love of the Lord.
FACULTY AND STAFF
Kerris Ackley
MS Bible, 6th History, MS/Elementary Chapel
Contact: kackley@ccsnj.net
You may look at many other schools in the area and try to find the community and family that CCS has, but the genuine family you find here is irreplaceable. The staff is one in lifting Jesus' love higher to each and every student, parent and faculty member that walks into the building. I am humbled and blessed to be a part of the staff at such a wonderful place of education. I desire to learn from Students, Teachers and from God in new ways this school year; to grow closer to faculty and students through spreading the Love of Jesus; to speak boldly at Chapels and in Bible about our Savior; to grow deeper with students through discipleship and bible studies.; and to have one adventure after another daily at CCS!
Ken Akselsen
HS Elective
Contact: kakselsen@ccsnj.net
I love the priorities of CCS- loving God, loving others, and discipleship by education. This year I pray for God dependence, walking in the Spirit, Faithfulness, Diligence, and Creativity.
HS Elective
Contact: kakselsen@ccsnj.net
I love the priorities of CCS- loving God, loving others, and discipleship by education. This year I pray for God dependence, walking in the Spirit, Faithfulness, Diligence, and Creativity.
Elizabeth Baez
Accounting
Contact: lbaez@ccsnj.net
It is a blessing to be a part of the CCS family, both as a parent and as staff. Coming to work every day knowing that my colleagues share in my love for Christ and that our children are receiving an education where God is the center of all their learning is such a gift. My prayer is for the Lord’s protection and love over our school and that the students be filled with an enthusiasm for learning and a heart to serve.
Accounting
Contact: lbaez@ccsnj.net
It is a blessing to be a part of the CCS family, both as a parent and as staff. Coming to work every day knowing that my colleagues share in my love for Christ and that our children are receiving an education where God is the center of all their learning is such a gift. My prayer is for the Lord’s protection and love over our school and that the students be filled with an enthusiasm for learning and a heart to serve.
Joseph Beaumont
HS English (AP), Public Speaking, Senior Discipleship
Contact: jbeaumomt@ccsnj.net
CCS provides me the opportunity to share my love of both English and God's eternal Word. I hope to be used of the Lord to prepare students to communicate well (including communicating Biblical truths) during the next phase of their academic lives and in the "real world."
HS English (AP), Public Speaking, Senior Discipleship
Contact: jbeaumomt@ccsnj.net
CCS provides me the opportunity to share my love of both English and God's eternal Word. I hope to be used of the Lord to prepare students to communicate well (including communicating Biblical truths) during the next phase of their academic lives and in the "real world."
Liana Cancilla
3rd Grade, Elementary Lead Teacher
Contact: lcancilla@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is a unique and special place. Here you get the opportunity to pray, to nurture, relate, encourage, and build Godly relationships with students, families, and co-workers. My goal this year is to
have students feel empowered and to express themselves through writing.
3rd Grade, Elementary Lead Teacher
Contact: lcancilla@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is a unique and special place. Here you get the opportunity to pray, to nurture, relate, encourage, and build Godly relationships with students, families, and co-workers. My goal this year is to
have students feel empowered and to express themselves through writing.
Carol Comins
Athletic Coordinator, HS Yearbook, Varsity Softball
Contact: ccomins@ccsnj.net
CCS has been a complete blessing to my family. My two boys attended CCS since it’s inception and have since then graduated into Godly young men who love the Lord. The values and spiritual guidance they received are irreplaceable and so grateful that I have the opportunity as well to pour into the next generation. My goal for the year is to be a light for Jesus and equip students to utilize their God giving potential and grow in their walk with our Lord Jesus Christ.
Athletic Coordinator, HS Yearbook, Varsity Softball
Contact: ccomins@ccsnj.net
CCS has been a complete blessing to my family. My two boys attended CCS since it’s inception and have since then graduated into Godly young men who love the Lord. The values and spiritual guidance they received are irreplaceable and so grateful that I have the opportunity as well to pour into the next generation. My goal for the year is to be a light for Jesus and equip students to utilize their God giving potential and grow in their walk with our Lord Jesus Christ.
Scott Coppola
Entrepreneurship, Internship Program
Contact: scoppola@ccsnj.net
I love seeing teenagers pursuing the Lord and trying to become more like Him. My prayer is that the students would draw closer to the Lord and develop habits that will help them in their careers and serve
those around them.
Entrepreneurship, Internship Program
Contact: scoppola@ccsnj.net
I love seeing teenagers pursuing the Lord and trying to become more like Him. My prayer is that the students would draw closer to the Lord and develop habits that will help them in their careers and serve
those around them.
Thomas Cregge
HS Sciences
Contact: tcregge@ccsnj.net
CCS is love. The love the students have for each other, for their teachers, and for all those they come in contact with is, at the least, heartwarming. The staff works hard and everyone goes beyond what is expected of them to give all of the students a great and fulfilling education and a deep love of our lord Jesus Christ. I pray that I can prepare the students for further and deeper science studies, give them the skills needed to be successful students , and prepare them for life’s choices ahead. I pray that we can expand the biology program even more than last year.
HS Sciences
Contact: tcregge@ccsnj.net
CCS is love. The love the students have for each other, for their teachers, and for all those they come in contact with is, at the least, heartwarming. The staff works hard and everyone goes beyond what is expected of them to give all of the students a great and fulfilling education and a deep love of our lord Jesus Christ. I pray that I can prepare the students for further and deeper science studies, give them the skills needed to be successful students , and prepare them for life’s choices ahead. I pray that we can expand the biology program even more than last year.
Joanna Dolores
HS History
Contact: jdolores@ccsnj.net
I love the atmosphere at Calvary, it feels like a family. Being able to come to school and include Jesus in everything we do is absolutely amazing! I am excited to meet new students and watch them grow in their faith! Being able to learn history and have fun doing it is an amazing opportunity!
HS History
Contact: jdolores@ccsnj.net
I love the atmosphere at Calvary, it feels like a family. Being able to come to school and include Jesus in everything we do is absolutely amazing! I am excited to meet new students and watch them grow in their faith! Being able to learn history and have fun doing it is an amazing opportunity!
Kern Dowdy
HS English, HS Drama
Contact: kdowdy@ccsnj.net
CCS provides students with a firm Biblical understanding. But not only understanding, the school makes part of its mission the unswerving desire to demonstrate the lived reality of the Christian walk. What is the most astounding about CCS is the warmth and congeniality of the staff and students. It feels like home. I ask for prayer to strengthen me as an example for the students at the school. As "we walk circumspectly," the prayers of the righteous undergird all our efforts. Children are uniquely fitted to sift through that which is genuine and that which is not. So it is a primary goal to demonstrate Christ in an authentic manner. My priority as an educator is to challenge both students and myself to reach for higher heights intellectually. After eighteen years of teaching, it is easy to become complacent with a skill set. A true master teacher realizes he is no master but a continual learner. I have made it my goal to integrate new technological approaches to teaching to reach the 21st Century learner.
HS English, HS Drama
Contact: kdowdy@ccsnj.net
CCS provides students with a firm Biblical understanding. But not only understanding, the school makes part of its mission the unswerving desire to demonstrate the lived reality of the Christian walk. What is the most astounding about CCS is the warmth and congeniality of the staff and students. It feels like home. I ask for prayer to strengthen me as an example for the students at the school. As "we walk circumspectly," the prayers of the righteous undergird all our efforts. Children are uniquely fitted to sift through that which is genuine and that which is not. So it is a primary goal to demonstrate Christ in an authentic manner. My priority as an educator is to challenge both students and myself to reach for higher heights intellectually. After eighteen years of teaching, it is easy to become complacent with a skill set. A true master teacher realizes he is no master but a continual learner. I have made it my goal to integrate new technological approaches to teaching to reach the 21st Century learner.
Paul Fahmy
HS Film Study
Contact: pfahmy@ccsnj.net
I love that CCS is a school where Christ is the foundation for education and prepares students for leadership. I pray that the Lord blesses each student and staff member with wisdom and courage this school year.
HS Film Study
Contact: pfahmy@ccsnj.net
I love that CCS is a school where Christ is the foundation for education and prepares students for leadership. I pray that the Lord blesses each student and staff member with wisdom and courage this school year.
Jason Falzarano
HS Theology
Contact: pastorjay@ccob.org
I love the ability to be myself and teach the truth of God's Word in my classroom! My goal for the school year is to instill the truth of God's Word into our Juniors and Seniors!!!
HS Theology
Contact: pastorjay@ccob.org
I love the ability to be myself and teach the truth of God's Word in my classroom! My goal for the school year is to instill the truth of God's Word into our Juniors and Seniors!!!
Joyceann Fileccia
American Sign Language
Contact: jfileccia@ccsnj.net
CCS is based on offering each student Christian based Education. In all activities at the school, including academics, extra-curricular activities, worship, interpersonal relationships, etc. the focus is on Belief in the Lord Jesus Christ & the Gospel. All of the faculty & staff at CCS are Bible based Christians with a wealth of knowledge & expertise in their respective fields of service at the school. I personally love that I am able to openly teach Bible based principles that will serve to contribute to abundant life and a personal knowledge of Jesus Christ to each & every one of my students, both in class & outside of class. My prayers for the school year include: 1. Safety, protection & Godly enlightenment for each & every person affiliated with CCS including Pastors, administrators, faculty, staff, students, their families & significant others; 2. That others would see the fruits of a Godly centered life in all of the people represented at CCS; 3. That the academics/extracurricular activities/clubs/worship times/developing interpersonal relationships would shine a Godly light in an otherwise dark, secular world & that parents of students, existing or potential, would see this light & desire the CCS environment of education for their children.
American Sign Language
Contact: jfileccia@ccsnj.net
CCS is based on offering each student Christian based Education. In all activities at the school, including academics, extra-curricular activities, worship, interpersonal relationships, etc. the focus is on Belief in the Lord Jesus Christ & the Gospel. All of the faculty & staff at CCS are Bible based Christians with a wealth of knowledge & expertise in their respective fields of service at the school. I personally love that I am able to openly teach Bible based principles that will serve to contribute to abundant life and a personal knowledge of Jesus Christ to each & every one of my students, both in class & outside of class. My prayers for the school year include: 1. Safety, protection & Godly enlightenment for each & every person affiliated with CCS including Pastors, administrators, faculty, staff, students, their families & significant others; 2. That others would see the fruits of a Godly centered life in all of the people represented at CCS; 3. That the academics/extracurricular activities/clubs/worship times/developing interpersonal relationships would shine a Godly light in an otherwise dark, secular world & that parents of students, existing or potential, would see this light & desire the CCS environment of education for their children.
Amy Fogarty
Testing, Transportation, and Lunchroom Coordinator
Contact: afogarty@ccsnj.net
CCS is a family and I am blessed to work among caring Christ centered people who genuinely care and pray for my children and family. Matt. 18: 19-20 says, "Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there I am with them." Prayer is powerful and this year I plan to prioritize praying with a prayer partner or group to cover our school, staff and students in prayer.
Testing, Transportation, and Lunchroom Coordinator
Contact: afogarty@ccsnj.net
CCS is a family and I am blessed to work among caring Christ centered people who genuinely care and pray for my children and family. Matt. 18: 19-20 says, "Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there I am with them." Prayer is powerful and this year I plan to prioritize praying with a prayer partner or group to cover our school, staff and students in prayer.
Terry Fogarty
Receptionist
Contact: reception@ccsnj.net
Greeting all who enter the front office door of CCS is a blessing. I love hearing the school prayers announced through the intercom as the morning begins and feeling the overflowing energy of the Staff, Teachers and Families working together to meet the intricate needs of each unique student throughout the day. I most especially enjoy hearing the excitement at the end of the school day when the children are dismissed to attend CCS athletics. Go lions! "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty" (2 Corinthians 3:17). I pray for continued provision- that God will abundantly bless the CCS Children, Families and Staff with His mighty strength, to keep His eye guided daily upon us for our protection, and to encourage our hearts and hold us together united in Him. "The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and even forevermore" (Psalm 121:8).
Receptionist
Contact: reception@ccsnj.net
Greeting all who enter the front office door of CCS is a blessing. I love hearing the school prayers announced through the intercom as the morning begins and feeling the overflowing energy of the Staff, Teachers and Families working together to meet the intricate needs of each unique student throughout the day. I most especially enjoy hearing the excitement at the end of the school day when the children are dismissed to attend CCS athletics. Go lions! "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty" (2 Corinthians 3:17). I pray for continued provision- that God will abundantly bless the CCS Children, Families and Staff with His mighty strength, to keep His eye guided daily upon us for our protection, and to encourage our hearts and hold us together united in Him. "The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and even forevermore" (Psalm 121:8).
Rachael Gonzalez
Newsletters, Week-at-a-Glance
Contact: rgonzalez@ccsnj.net
Teachers and staff genuinely care for CCS students and families. This year my prayer is to trust God and put my hope in Him alone.
Newsletters, Week-at-a-Glance
Contact: rgonzalez@ccsnj.net
Teachers and staff genuinely care for CCS students and families. This year my prayer is to trust God and put my hope in Him alone.
Mary Graham
HS In-Class Support
Contact: mgraham@ccsnj.net
There is so much to love about CCS! The awesome teachers I work with, the high school students, the laughter, but mostly- sisters and brothers in Christ to pray with! This year I pray to get to know each of my students well while helping them achieve their goals and grow in confidence in who they are.
HS In-Class Support
Contact: mgraham@ccsnj.net
There is so much to love about CCS! The awesome teachers I work with, the high school students, the laughter, but mostly- sisters and brothers in Christ to pray with! This year I pray to get to know each of my students well while helping them achieve their goals and grow in confidence in who they are.
Kristen Hayes
Pre-K
Contact: khayes@ccsnj.net
One of the many reasons I love CCS is because it is more than just a school, it is a family. Teachers praying for their students, families providing meals and prayer to support those in need, everyone coming together to help, encourage, and love one another. Working with the youngest students at CCS, I pray that I can start them out with a love for learning. I want them to love coming to school each day eager to see what we will be doing. Most of all I want them to see Christ's love for them through me.
Pre-K
Contact: khayes@ccsnj.net
One of the many reasons I love CCS is because it is more than just a school, it is a family. Teachers praying for their students, families providing meals and prayer to support those in need, everyone coming together to help, encourage, and love one another. Working with the youngest students at CCS, I pray that I can start them out with a love for learning. I want them to love coming to school each day eager to see what we will be doing. Most of all I want them to see Christ's love for them through me.
Kiera Hedglin
MS English, Wilson Specialist
Contact: khedglin@ccsnj.net
CCS is a place where there is true fellowship among brothers and sisters who all have a common goal: to raise up students in the way they should go (academically, spiritually, and mentally). May we all be of one mind and one heart more and more, year after year. The desire of my heart is to share my passion for a disciplined lifestyle (spiritually, physically, and mentally) with all CCS students, that they might hunger for the same. I can tell my students what to do, but if I live it in front of them, I can make an impact, a difference; I can influence a generation.
MS English, Wilson Specialist
Contact: khedglin@ccsnj.net
CCS is a place where there is true fellowship among brothers and sisters who all have a common goal: to raise up students in the way they should go (academically, spiritually, and mentally). May we all be of one mind and one heart more and more, year after year. The desire of my heart is to share my passion for a disciplined lifestyle (spiritually, physically, and mentally) with all CCS students, that they might hunger for the same. I can tell my students what to do, but if I live it in front of them, I can make an impact, a difference; I can influence a generation.
Esperanza Hiban
HS Spanish, Senior Sisters Liaison, Substitute Coordinator
Contact: ehiban@ccsnj.net
I love working at CCS, because it's a great opportunity to help students learn more about Jesus, the Word, and to live out their Christian faith. The staff is wonderful and very encouraging. Every year it's exciting to see how the Holy Spirit brings the students great Spiritual maturity. I pray that each student at CCS would come to know Jesus as their Lord and Saviour. I hope they come to know how great His Love is for each one, and that He is truly their best friend.
HS Spanish, Senior Sisters Liaison, Substitute Coordinator
Contact: ehiban@ccsnj.net
I love working at CCS, because it's a great opportunity to help students learn more about Jesus, the Word, and to live out their Christian faith. The staff is wonderful and very encouraging. Every year it's exciting to see how the Holy Spirit brings the students great Spiritual maturity. I pray that each student at CCS would come to know Jesus as their Lord and Saviour. I hope they come to know how great His Love is for each one, and that He is truly their best friend.
Germaine Ibrahim
HS Psychology, He Cares Ministry Coordinator
Contact: gibrahim@ccsnj.net
From the first day I walked into CCS over 10 years ago as a parent, I was immediately met with the genuine love of Jesus Christ. I knew at that moment that we were led here; His Spirit was here and I wanted to be as well. Every moment since has offered blessing upon blessing over my family and our lives and we are eternally grateful. I am often humbled by how God has bridged the academic, professional, and spiritual journeys He led me on with teaching at a Christian High School alongside such a supportive and faithful group of people. His ways are truly higher! I pray for His Holy Spirit to be within us, among us, and over us, guiding each and every one of our thoughts, words, and actions - protecting every staff member, every child, every family - filling us with His fruit daily - allowing us to see one another the way He sees us - moving us to be His hands and feet always - and reminding us to do all things for His glory, in Jesus Holy Name, amen.
HS Psychology, He Cares Ministry Coordinator
Contact: gibrahim@ccsnj.net
From the first day I walked into CCS over 10 years ago as a parent, I was immediately met with the genuine love of Jesus Christ. I knew at that moment that we were led here; His Spirit was here and I wanted to be as well. Every moment since has offered blessing upon blessing over my family and our lives and we are eternally grateful. I am often humbled by how God has bridged the academic, professional, and spiritual journeys He led me on with teaching at a Christian High School alongside such a supportive and faithful group of people. His ways are truly higher! I pray for His Holy Spirit to be within us, among us, and over us, guiding each and every one of our thoughts, words, and actions - protecting every staff member, every child, every family - filling us with His fruit daily - allowing us to see one another the way He sees us - moving us to be His hands and feet always - and reminding us to do all things for His glory, in Jesus Holy Name, amen.
Estella Jones
First Grade Teacher, MS Spanish
Contact: ejones@ccnj.net
I love CCS because Jesus is there. His Spirit moves in all of the faculty members and His perfect plan unfolds in everything that is done. My prayer and priority is to pour Jesus into the students at CCS. My goal is to succeed in the opportunities that Jesus has given me to teach Spanish and to assist our first grade teacher. I know the Lord has already equipped me to do so. I am nothing without Him but through Him I can do all things <><
First Grade Teacher, MS Spanish
Contact: ejones@ccnj.net
I love CCS because Jesus is there. His Spirit moves in all of the faculty members and His perfect plan unfolds in everything that is done. My prayer and priority is to pour Jesus into the students at CCS. My goal is to succeed in the opportunities that Jesus has given me to teach Spanish and to assist our first grade teacher. I know the Lord has already equipped me to do so. I am nothing without Him but through Him I can do all things <><
Erin Kalli
HS Mathematics
Contact: ekalli@ccsnj.net
CCS is a very special place where students are able to develop both academically and spiritually. I love that we are able to encourage spiritual growth throughout the school day and are able to build lasting relationships with the students. I pray for wisdom and strength throughout the year.
HS Mathematics
Contact: ekalli@ccsnj.net
CCS is a very special place where students are able to develop both academically and spiritually. I love that we are able to encourage spiritual growth throughout the school day and are able to build lasting relationships with the students. I pray for wisdom and strength throughout the year.
Heather Kazanjian
Fifth Grade Teacher
Contact: hkazanjian@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is a tight knit community where we can encourage each other and pour into the students in a personal way. My goal for the upcoming school year is to give our fifth graders the tools needed to be successful in middle school as well as learn to live out their faith.
Fifth Grade Teacher
Contact: hkazanjian@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is a tight knit community where we can encourage each other and pour into the students in a personal way. My goal for the upcoming school year is to give our fifth graders the tools needed to be successful in middle school as well as learn to live out their faith.
Rebekah Kneipp
Events Coordinator
Contact: rkneipp@ccsnj.net
I love working beside others who love the Lord - colleagues, parents and students. In the end, we all have the same goal - to glorify our Lord. This year I pray the Lord would guide us in all our organizing that the students and their families would be blessed by the trips and the events we plan.
Events Coordinator
Contact: rkneipp@ccsnj.net
I love working beside others who love the Lord - colleagues, parents and students. In the end, we all have the same goal - to glorify our Lord. This year I pray the Lord would guide us in all our organizing that the students and their families would be blessed by the trips and the events we plan.
Karen Koczman
MS & HS Girls Discipleship, Biblical Discipleship, Biblical Worldview, Beginning Guitar
Contact: kkoczman@ccsnj.net
I am thankful for CCS because it is a loving family who are committed to teach/disciple each student. Our desire is to share Jesus' love and example as we encourage young lives to know Him, trust Him, and to give Him their best as a student and to choose to please Him in all they think, say, and do. I ask for God's Spirit's leading and sensitivity as I listen, care for souls, and pray with MS & HS girls during our one-on-one times. And in our Biblical Discipleship class and Biblical Worldview class, my prayer is for God to help us desire His Word of truth and to have hearts devoted to truly following Jesus. And for beginning guitar class, may God bless each student as they learn chords and strumming/picking patterns and enjoy playing worship songs to bless God.
MS & HS Girls Discipleship, Biblical Discipleship, Biblical Worldview, Beginning Guitar
Contact: kkoczman@ccsnj.net
I am thankful for CCS because it is a loving family who are committed to teach/disciple each student. Our desire is to share Jesus' love and example as we encourage young lives to know Him, trust Him, and to give Him their best as a student and to choose to please Him in all they think, say, and do. I ask for God's Spirit's leading and sensitivity as I listen, care for souls, and pray with MS & HS girls during our one-on-one times. And in our Biblical Discipleship class and Biblical Worldview class, my prayer is for God to help us desire His Word of truth and to have hearts devoted to truly following Jesus. And for beginning guitar class, may God bless each student as they learn chords and strumming/picking patterns and enjoy playing worship songs to bless God.
Michael Krauszer
HS English, AP Literature, NHS Adviser
Contact: mkrauszer@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is a family oriented environment with staff, students, and parents. This year I hope to see a 50%+ pass rate for AP Literature students, Increase NHS tutoring involvement
HS English, AP Literature, NHS Adviser
Contact: mkrauszer@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is a family oriented environment with staff, students, and parents. This year I hope to see a 50%+ pass rate for AP Literature students, Increase NHS tutoring involvement
Robert Larsen
HS Architectural Modeling
Contact: rlarsen@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because seeking the Lord in and through education is so awesome to be a part of! I am praying to be a light to guide the students to bring Jesus with them into their college/ careers and that they not be lured by the world.
HS Architectural Modeling
Contact: rlarsen@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because seeking the Lord in and through education is so awesome to be a part of! I am praying to be a light to guide the students to bring Jesus with them into their college/ careers and that they not be lured by the world.
Patricia Lincoln
Kindergarten
Contact: plincoln@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it has allowed my children to grow academically in an atmosphere where God is the center. I love teaching at CCS because it has allowed me to partner with parents to encourage their teaching of Jesus in their children’s academic years. I ask for discernment; for the needs of each student and the ability to meet their needs this year.
Kindergarten
Contact: plincoln@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it has allowed my children to grow academically in an atmosphere where God is the center. I love teaching at CCS because it has allowed me to partner with parents to encourage their teaching of Jesus in their children’s academic years. I ask for discernment; for the needs of each student and the ability to meet their needs this year.
Kathleen Lombardo
HS Strength Training, Dance
Contact:klombardo@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because we serve one another, teach the children to serve one another and we all serve the one and only Jesus Christ. It’s amazing to have fellow faculty/staff pray over one another and lift each other up on a daily basis. To see students grow in a Christ-like atmosphere is refreshing and it’s very rewarding for the student and the family. Dear Lord, I pray that you bless and lay your hand over Calvary Christian School it’s in entirety. We pray for ever Staff Member, every Faculty Member, every Student. Please show your presence in every classroom, guide every meeting and in every situation. We surrender it and lift it all up to you Lord, in your name. AMEN!
HS Strength Training, Dance
Contact:klombardo@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because we serve one another, teach the children to serve one another and we all serve the one and only Jesus Christ. It’s amazing to have fellow faculty/staff pray over one another and lift each other up on a daily basis. To see students grow in a Christ-like atmosphere is refreshing and it’s very rewarding for the student and the family. Dear Lord, I pray that you bless and lay your hand over Calvary Christian School it’s in entirety. We pray for ever Staff Member, every Faculty Member, every Student. Please show your presence in every classroom, guide every meeting and in every situation. We surrender it and lift it all up to you Lord, in your name. AMEN!
Trang Lunde
Computer Application/Technology
Contact: tlunde@ccsnj.net
CCS is a great place with great faculty and students. It is both a blessing and privilege to work here. Even when I don't see my students for three months, they are never far from my thoughts. I am constantly praying for them, thinking about them, reading up on books and taking classes to be better prepared for them. I am so thankful God entrusted me with these students. I believe being afforded the opportunity to embody the CCS culture with believers in Christ is a huge blessing! As Jesus calls us to new life and clothes us with Himself to commission us with a purpose to fulfill, it is my goal to follow as His disciples and be disciple makers. My prayer goal is to establish new believers by helping students get rooted in the basics of the faith and connect with believers to continue growing. Building this foundation for students at CCS flows out of my love for God and love for His people.
Computer Application/Technology
Contact: tlunde@ccsnj.net
CCS is a great place with great faculty and students. It is both a blessing and privilege to work here. Even when I don't see my students for three months, they are never far from my thoughts. I am constantly praying for them, thinking about them, reading up on books and taking classes to be better prepared for them. I am so thankful God entrusted me with these students. I believe being afforded the opportunity to embody the CCS culture with believers in Christ is a huge blessing! As Jesus calls us to new life and clothes us with Himself to commission us with a purpose to fulfill, it is my goal to follow as His disciples and be disciple makers. My prayer goal is to establish new believers by helping students get rooted in the basics of the faith and connect with believers to continue growing. Building this foundation for students at CCS flows out of my love for God and love for His people.
Maria Masters
Teacher Assistant
Contact: mmasters@ccsnj.net
I am so blessed to be apart of the CCS family. I love being able to watch each student grow individually, educationally, and most importantly within the Lord. To say I love CCS is an understatement. Thank you Lord for allowing me the opportunity to pour into your children everyday. I pray that my family and I continue to grow within the Lord and within His guidance.
Teacher Assistant
Contact: mmasters@ccsnj.net
I am so blessed to be apart of the CCS family. I love being able to watch each student grow individually, educationally, and most importantly within the Lord. To say I love CCS is an understatement. Thank you Lord for allowing me the opportunity to pour into your children everyday. I pray that my family and I continue to grow within the Lord and within His guidance.
Robert Meleta
MS & HS History
Contact: rmeleta@ccsnj.net
For the past 11 years I have been blessed to serve so many wonderful families and their children because of CCS. This year I hope to create a classroom environment that will produce knowledge and Godly character.
MS & HS History
Contact: rmeleta@ccsnj.net
For the past 11 years I have been blessed to serve so many wonderful families and their children because of CCS. This year I hope to create a classroom environment that will produce knowledge and Godly character.
Charles Miller
Special Services Support, Assistant to Athletic Director
Contact: cmiller@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it gives me an opportunity to serve the Lord and to help and watch students grow in their walk with the Lord. This year I want to prioritize being more of an encourager.
Special Services Support, Assistant to Athletic Director
Contact: cmiller@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it gives me an opportunity to serve the Lord and to help and watch students grow in their walk with the Lord. This year I want to prioritize being more of an encourager.
Eva Passarotti
Bookeeper
Contact: epassatori@ccsnj.net
I love that I can use my God given gifts in finance to bless and be blessed by our families and students. I pray God will richly bless our ministry at CCS and all Christian Education.
Bookeeper
Contact: epassatori@ccsnj.net
I love that I can use my God given gifts in finance to bless and be blessed by our families and students. I pray God will richly bless our ministry at CCS and all Christian Education.
Kate Purves
Fourth Grade
Contact: kpurves@ccsnj.net
CCS has given me the privilege of teaching children to love and serve their Lord and Savior. I am so grateful to spend my days encouraging students in godly character and academic excellence. Proverbs 22:29 says, "Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before unknown men." This is my goal for myself and my students in fourth grade.
Fourth Grade
Contact: kpurves@ccsnj.net
CCS has given me the privilege of teaching children to love and serve their Lord and Savior. I am so grateful to spend my days encouraging students in godly character and academic excellence. Proverbs 22:29 says, "Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before unknown men." This is my goal for myself and my students in fourth grade.
Sarah Poole
PK-12 Physical Education
Contact: spoole@ccsnj.net
I grew up going to a Christian school my whole life, and I always wanted to come back to that environment to pour into the lives of students the way that my teachers and coaches poured into me. I didn't realize the impact that those students, and those athletes that I coach, would have on me. They are the reason that I love CCS and the reason that I get excited to come to work everyday. My prayer is that God would use me to be a role model and mentor to these students and athletes.
PK-12 Physical Education
Contact: spoole@ccsnj.net
I grew up going to a Christian school my whole life, and I always wanted to come back to that environment to pour into the lives of students the way that my teachers and coaches poured into me. I didn't realize the impact that those students, and those athletes that I coach, would have on me. They are the reason that I love CCS and the reason that I get excited to come to work everyday. My prayer is that God would use me to be a role model and mentor to these students and athletes.
Ginger Rose
Lunch Program, Aftercare
Contact: grose@ccsnj.net
At CCS, I have the privilege of working with Gods children in His house. My prayer for the school year is that all children (and adults) will be safe, happy and learn to love the Lord more each day.
Lunch Program, Aftercare
Contact: grose@ccsnj.net
At CCS, I have the privilege of working with Gods children in His house. My prayer for the school year is that all children (and adults) will be safe, happy and learn to love the Lord more each day.
Diane Schneider
Pre-K Aide
Contact: dschneider@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is a place where children can feel safe, learn about God’s Word and His great love, AND receive a great education. My prayer for this upcoming school year is for each student to get a little to Jesus and to learn what a blessing it is to live for Him.
Pre-K Aide
Contact: dschneider@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is a place where children can feel safe, learn about God’s Word and His great love, AND receive a great education. My prayer for this upcoming school year is for each student to get a little to Jesus and to learn what a blessing it is to live for Him.
Joe Simon
HS Bible, Guitar, Worship Training
Contact: jsimon@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is great to be around people who love Jesus, the Word of God, and take their Faith seriously. All students and staff that I interact with will have good fellowship in the Word of God and help each other build up our faith.
HS Bible, Guitar, Worship Training
Contact: jsimon@ccsnj.net
I love CCS because it is great to be around people who love Jesus, the Word of God, and take their Faith seriously. All students and staff that I interact with will have good fellowship in the Word of God and help each other build up our faith.
Linda Sizemore
Elementary/MS Latin
Contact: lsizemore@ccsnj.net
Our family has been involved with CCS since its beginning in 2005; my youngest daughter was in the first CCS HIgh School graduation class of 2013. It's been a blessing to see God move and grow the school from its beginnings with Kindergarten through 5th grade to the solid PreK through 12th grade Christian school it is today. The teachers are godly men and women who teach with excellence and passion. They pray for and care for every student. Now as a teacher myself, I see the support that all the staff has for each other and the commitment to provide godly education for each and every student. In addition to giving my students an introduction to Latin and ancient Roman culture, I want to introduce them to the four cardinal virtues: prudentia (prudence), temperantia (temperance), fortitudinis (fortitude), and justitia (justice). By studying these virtues, my goal is to give them a foundation in their lives so they will make right choices, have self-control, exercise grit, and give each person what they are due.
Elementary/MS Latin
Contact: lsizemore@ccsnj.net
Our family has been involved with CCS since its beginning in 2005; my youngest daughter was in the first CCS HIgh School graduation class of 2013. It's been a blessing to see God move and grow the school from its beginnings with Kindergarten through 5th grade to the solid PreK through 12th grade Christian school it is today. The teachers are godly men and women who teach with excellence and passion. They pray for and care for every student. Now as a teacher myself, I see the support that all the staff has for each other and the commitment to provide godly education for each and every student. In addition to giving my students an introduction to Latin and ancient Roman culture, I want to introduce them to the four cardinal virtues: prudentia (prudence), temperantia (temperance), fortitudinis (fortitude), and justitia (justice). By studying these virtues, my goal is to give them a foundation in their lives so they will make right choices, have self-control, exercise grit, and give each person what they are due.
Beth Smith
Elementary/MS Art, STEAM Teacher
Contact: bsmith@ccsnj.net
CCS provides an all-encompassing, Christ centered education in a loving and encouraging environment. CCS is comprised of caring faculty members who are invested in every students academic and spiritual growth and maturity. CCS is a family and I am blessed to be a part of it. My prayer for this year is that every student knows that they are God’s masterpiece. I want to expand on collaboration with elementary teachers to tie art projects into lesson plans within their individual classrooms.
Elementary/MS Art, STEAM Teacher
Contact: bsmith@ccsnj.net
CCS provides an all-encompassing, Christ centered education in a loving and encouraging environment. CCS is comprised of caring faculty members who are invested in every students academic and spiritual growth and maturity. CCS is a family and I am blessed to be a part of it. My prayer for this year is that every student knows that they are God’s masterpiece. I want to expand on collaboration with elementary teachers to tie art projects into lesson plans within their individual classrooms.
Kathleen Trenkler
PK-12 Music
Contact: ktrenkler@ccsnj.net
This will be my 11th year here at CCS and I can't imagine teaching anywhere else! I love that we can pray for one another, support each other and have a "family" of staff members. Our parents are supportive of the staff and there is nothing better than being greeted each day with more than one or two hugs from students. And nothing is greater than teaching music with a biblical foundation and having students recall songs from years past that are full of scriptural truths. I am excited to add to my position in the High School this year and look forward to working with the vocal ensemble, teaching theory, and incorporating a music technology class. "The fact that children create beautiful music is less significant than the fact that music can make beautiful children."
PK-12 Music
Contact: ktrenkler@ccsnj.net
This will be my 11th year here at CCS and I can't imagine teaching anywhere else! I love that we can pray for one another, support each other and have a "family" of staff members. Our parents are supportive of the staff and there is nothing better than being greeted each day with more than one or two hugs from students. And nothing is greater than teaching music with a biblical foundation and having students recall songs from years past that are full of scriptural truths. I am excited to add to my position in the High School this year and look forward to working with the vocal ensemble, teaching theory, and incorporating a music technology class. "The fact that children create beautiful music is less significant than the fact that music can make beautiful children."
Marie Zink
MS/HS Math, Student Council
Contact: mzink@ccsnj.net
What's not to love? My coworkers are truly a blessing. We all work together and our goal is to serve and honor God. The kids are a blessing as well, I truly miss them over the summer and look forward to seeing them in September. My prayer for this school year is to serve and obey God. I want to do the best I can wherever God places me.
MS/HS Math, Student Council
Contact: mzink@ccsnj.net
What's not to love? My coworkers are truly a blessing. We all work together and our goal is to serve and honor God. The kids are a blessing as well, I truly miss them over the summer and look forward to seeing them in September. My prayer for this school year is to serve and obey God. I want to do the best I can wherever God places me.
