1041 East Foothill Boulevard, Glendora, California 91741
About Faculty and Staff
Rev. Dr. Steve Parks, vacancy pastor
Rev. Dr. Steve Parks, vacancy pastor
Rev. Dr. Steve Parks, vacancy pastor
We are in the process of calling a pastor.
The Pastor is the spiritual leader of Hope Lutheran Church. He frequently conducts weekly chapel services, is a resource to teachers and students, and works closely with the principal to ensure that the community of Hope is sharing the Gospel.
Principal MRS. BRENDA NGUYEN
Rev. Dr. Steve Parks, vacancy pastor
Rev. Dr. Steve Parks, vacancy pastor
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
Early Childhood Concentration
California Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
14 yrs. Education Experience
10 yrs. Childcare/Preschool Experience
Ephesians 4:2
"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with
one another in love."
Teachers
Mr. Donald Alexander
Mr. Donald Alexander
Mr. Donald Alexander
8th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
ELA, Music
California Baptist University, Riverside
B.A. in English
California State University, San Bernardino
M.A. in Educational Administration
18 yrs. Teaching
2 yrs. Assistant Principal
"Now the God of hope will fill you with joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost."
Romans 15: 13
Mrs. Renee Wishek
Mr. Donald Alexander
Mr. Donald Alexander
7th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Algebra, Sciences
Azusa Pacific University
B.S. in Chemistry
UC Irvine
M.S. in Physical Chemistry
10 yrs. full-time Teaching Experience
Over 10 years of summer school and substitute teaching experience
"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run a
7th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Algebra, Sciences
Azusa Pacific University
B.S. in Chemistry
UC Irvine
M.S. in Physical Chemistry
10 yrs. full-time Teaching Experience
Over 10 years of summer school and substitute teaching experience
"But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint."
Isaiah 40:31
Mr. Kristian Kidd
Mr. Donald Alexander
Mr. Kristian Kidd
6th Grade Homeroom
Middle School
Social Studies, PE,
Azusa Pacific University
B.A. in History
1 yr. Teaching Experience
8 yrs Tutoring
"I am the Resurrection and the Life; the one who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die." John 11:25
Mr. Ruben Olivas
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
Mr. Kristian Kidd
Middle School
Geometry, Music, Aid
Cal Poly Pomona University
B.S. in Political Science
California State University Fullerton
Educational Studies
1 yr. Educational Experience
Deuteronomy 31:6
"Be strong and of good courageous. Do not fear or be afraid of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave or forsake you."
Mrs. Pamela Moore
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
5th Grade
Music
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A in Elementary Education
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
California Teaching Credential
34 yrs. Education 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
5th Grade
Music
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A in Elementary Education
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
California Teaching Credential
34 yrs. Education 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."
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
Mrs. ELISA SANCHEZ
4th Grade
Snellman College, Helsinki, Finland
B.A. in Waldorf Education
Jolly Phonics Trained
TEFL (ESL) Trained
Yoga Teaching Experience
Bilingual Teaching Experience
10 yrs. Education Experience
Psalm 46:10
“Be still and know I am God.”
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
3rd Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Education & English Literature
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Monterey
California Teaching Credential
Barton Trained
21 yrs. Education Experience
Ephesians 2:8
"For by grace you have been saved, through faith, and this not of yourselves, it is the gift of God."
Ms. Tammy Garcia
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
2nd Grade
Azusa Pacific University
B.A and Masters in Education
California Teaching Credential
14 yrs. Education 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."
Mrs. Karen Johnson
Mrs. Rebecca Armstrong
MRS. Darlene sandmark
1st Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
California Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Fullerton
M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction
Barton Trained
24 yrs. Education 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 w
1st Grade
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Studies
California Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Cal State Fullerton
M.A. in Curriculum & Instruction
Barton Trained
24 yrs. Education 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."
MRS. Darlene sandmark
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
MRS. Darlene sandmark
1st Grade
Grand Canyon University
B.A. in Early Childhood Education
8 yrs. Education Experience
Ecclesiastes 3:11
"He has made everything beautiful in His time."
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
Mrs. Jennifer Marshall
Kindergarten
Concordia University, Irvine
B.A. in Liberal Arts
Emphasis in Education
California Teaching Credential
Lutheran Ed. Certified (LCMS)
Barton Trained
20 yrs. Education 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."
Preschool
Ms. Ellen Head
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Preschool Director/ Teacher/Rainbow Room Teacher
A.A
35 Years Experience
18 Years at Hope Lutheran
Proverbs 20:24
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Preschool Teacher/ Rainbow Room Teacher
36 Years Experience
26 Years at Hope Lutheran
Ms. Tracy Lopez
Mrs. Barbara Molina
Ms. Tracy Lopez
Preschool Aide/ Rainbow Room Aide
1 year at Hope Lutheran
Ms. Anisa Wales
Mrs. Sheri Tingesdahl
Ms. Tracy Lopez
Preschool Aide/ Rainbow Room Aide
1 Year at Hope Lutheran
Mrs. Sheri Tingesdahl
Mrs. Sheri Tingesdahl
Mrs. Sheri Tingesdahl
Preschool Teacher/ Sunshine Room Teacher
17 Years Experience
4 Years at Hope Lutheran
Ms. Amanda Dominguez
Mrs. Sheri Tingesdahl
Mrs. Sheri Tingesdahl
Preschool Aide/ Sunshine Room Aide
1 year at Hope Lutheran