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Bill Martinez
Bryan Brophy
Rebecca Simjian
Ryan Sosa
Jay Brakensiek
The Board of Education of Hope Lutheran Church is responsible for developing school policies, protocols, and general strategic direction. They oversee the implementation of these policies through the work of the principal.

The Pastor is the spiritual leader of Hope Lutheran Church & School. He frequently conducts weekly chapel services, is a resource to teachers and students, and works closely with the principal to ensure the community of Hope is sharing the Gospel.

Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
Early Childhood Concentration
California Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
10 yrs. Childcare/Preschool
18 yrs. Elementary Teaching
5 yrs. Administration Experience
Ephesians 4:2
"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with
one another in love."

8th Grade Homeroom
Middle school
Religion, ELA
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Education & English Literature
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Monterey
California Teaching Credential
Barton Trained
24 yrs. Teaching Experience
Ephesians 2:8
"For by grace you have been saved, through faith, and this not of yourselves, it is the gift of God."

7th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Pre-Algebra, Sciences
Cal State, Los Angeles
B.A. In Liberal Studies
Cal State, Los Angeles
CA Teaching Credential
24 yrs. Teaching Experience
Proverbs 18:15
"An intelligent heart acquires knowledge, and the ear of the wise seeks knowledge"
johannsen@hopeglendora.org

6th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Algebra, Social Studies, Athletic Director
University of La Verne, La Verne
B.A. in Liberal Studies
11 yrs. Teaching Experience
18 yrs. Coaching Experience
1 Year Dean of Students Experience
Joshua 1:9
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid;
do not be discouraged, for the Lord your Go
6th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Algebra, Social Studies, Athletic Director
University of La Verne, La Verne
B.A. in Liberal Studies
11 yrs. Teaching Experience
18 yrs. Coaching Experience
1 Year Dean of Students Experience
Joshua 1:9
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid;
do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

K-8
Aide, PE, Electives
University of New Mexico
B.A. in Theatre & Dance
2 yrs. Teaching Experience
2 yrs. Theatre Directing
Romans 12:2
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

5th Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A in Elementary Education
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
CA Teaching Credential
37 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Joshua 1:9
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong
5th Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A in Elementary Education
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
CA Teaching Credential
37 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Joshua 1:9
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

4th Grade
Snellman College, Helsinki, Finland
B.A. in Waldorf Education
Jolly Phonics Trained
TEFL (ESL) Trained
Bilingual Teaching Experience
13 yrs. Teaching Experience
Psalm 46:10
“Be still and know I am God.”

3rd Grade
Grand Canyon University
B.A. in Early Childhood Education
Masters in Curriculum & Instruction
CA Teaching Credential in Progress
11 yrs. Teaching Experience
Ecclesiastes 3:11
"He has made everything beautiful in His time."

2nd Grade
Azusa Pacific University
B.A. and Masters in Education
CA Teaching Credential
17 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Philippians 4:13
"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

1st Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
CA Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Fullerton
M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction
Barton Trained
27 yrs. Teaching Experience
Isaiah 41:10
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphol
1st Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
CA Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Fullerton
M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction
Barton Trained
27 yrs. Teaching Experience
Isaiah 41:10
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

Kindergarten
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Arts
Emphasis in Education
CA Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Barton Trained
23 yrs. Teaching Experience
Jeremiah 29:11
"For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Math 8/7 , Substitute Teacher
Cal Poly, Pomona
B.S. in Communications Public Relations
15 yrs. Teaching Experience
Romans 8:38-39
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate
Math 8/7 , Substitute Teacher
Cal Poly, Pomona
B.S. in Communications Public Relations
15 yrs. Teaching Experience
Romans 8:38-39
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Morning and After School Care Director


Rainbow Room Teacher
38 Years Experience
29 Years at Hope Lutheran

BS
Rainbow Room Teacher
4 Years at Hope Lutheran

BA
Sunshine Room Teacher
4 Years at Hope Lutheran

Sunshine Room Teacher
2 Years at Hope Lutheran

AA
Rainbow Room Teacher
1 Year at Hope Lutheran
Hope Lutheran Church and School
1041 E Foothill Blvd, Glendora, CA 91741