Staff

Pastor/Upper Music/Band

Jeremy Freeman

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Job Title: 
Pastor, Instrumental Music
 
City of Residence:
Sedalia, MO
 
Education/Course of Study:
BA in Religious Studies and a minor in Music, (University of Northern Iowa) 
Master of Divinity, (Concordia Seminary, St. Louis)
 
Work History:
2007-Present: Pastor of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School, Sedalia 
 
Passions/Values:
I am passionate about teaching others the things I have learned about God’s salvation through Jesus, the Scriptures, and the Church.
 
Hobbies/Interests:
I love music, both playing it and listening to it. I enjoy being in the outdoors (especially the mountains), collecting coins (especially dimes), and quoting old, tired Vines (especially, “It is Wednesday, my dudes”).
 



Principal

Tina Sutherland

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Job Title: 
Principal, St. Paul's Lutheran
 
City of Residence:
Warrenton, MO/Cole Camp, MO
 
Education/Course of Study: 
Bachelor of Education, Health & Physical Education (Central Methodist University)
Master of Science in Sport and Event Management (University of Missouri, Columbia)
Masters in Education Administration (William Woods University, Fulton)
 
Work History: 
Warren Co. R3 Schools:
Elementary Physical Education Teacher
Middle School Health
Jr. & Sr. High Athletic Director
MS & HS Volleyball & Basketball Coach
MS Assistant Principal
 
Passions/Values: 
Family, especially my two daughters. Leading with love (because of God's love), speaking truth, modeling joy and laughter with St. Paul's Lutheran School and others.
 
Hobbies/Interests: 
St. Louis Cardinals baseball, pickleball, reading, walking, biking, spending time with family and friends



Church/School Secretary

Jill Robinson

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Job Title: 
Church/School Secretary
 
City of Residence:
Sedalia, MO
 
Education/Course of Study:
I spent two years at State Fair studying Medical office administration. Then continued my education at Central Methodist University studying Applied Behavioral Analysis.
 
Work History:
I have spent the last seven years working as an administrative assistant for the Pettis County Public Administrator.
 
Passions/Values:
I am passionate about my faith and my family. I have 3 wonderful children, Corey, Liam, and Annaliese.
 
Hobbies/Interests:
I enjoy volunteering at my church, and the school. I also enjoy game nights with my family and friends, as well as reading and various crafts.



7th/8th Grade Teacher

Tara Griggs

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Job Title: 
5th-8th Math & Science Teacher; 7th & 8th Religion Teacher
 
Education/Course of Study:
B.S. Environmental Science, Minor Chemistry
B.S. Accounting
Masters Business Administration
 
Passions/Values: 
My faith in Christ, my family and my teaching. I love connecting with my students and helping them to grow spiritually, emotionally, and academically.
 
Hobbies/Interests: 
I enjoy learning about herbs and creating my own homeopathic remedies. I enjoy reading and, of course, shopping.
 



5th/6th Grade Teacher

Michael Brennan

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Job Title: 
5th & 6th Grade Teacher
 
City of Residence:
Marshall
 
Education/Course of Study: 
BA Social Studies minor English Missouri Valley College
Masters History UCM
 
Work History: 
1985-2020: Marshall High School History Teacher
1999-2020: Missouri Valley College Adjunct Instructor
2020-2021: Trinity Lutheran School (Alma) 7th Grade
2021-present: St. Paul's Sedalia
 
Hobbies/Interests: 
Theater, travel, collect license plates



3rd/4th Grade Teacher

Terri Brines

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Job Title: 
3rd & 4th Grade Teacher
 
City of Residence:
Sedalia, MO
 
Education/Course of Study: 
Bachelor of Education (dual major), Early Childhood and Elementary Education (UCM)
Masters in Curriculum and Instruction  (University of Missouri, Columbia)
 
Work History: 
St. Paul's Lutheran School : Preschool Teacher 
Skyline Elementary, Sedalia : 3rd Grade Teacher 
University of Missouri: Senior Intern mentor
University of Missouri: Instructional Specialist 
 
Passions/Values: 
I am passionate about God and my faith. I also am very involved and value my family. One of my greatest passions though, is education and the blending of my faith with educational opportunities for students. 
 
Hobbies/Interests: 
My grandkids, gardening, beekeeping, homesteading and all my wonderful pets. 



1st/2nd Grade Teacher

Pam Brandt

Job Title:
1st & 2nd Grade Teacher

Education/Course of Study:
BS in Elementary Ed
MSE in Special Education

Work History:
St. Paul’s Lutheran School--McAllen, TX
St. Paul’s Lutheran School—Sedalia, MO

Passions/Values:
My faith in Jesus, my family, learning, and teaching

Hobbies/Interests:
Reading, spending time with family and friends, music, walking, sports




Kindergarten Teacher

Tara Sprinkle

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Job Title:
Kindergarten Teacher
 
City of Residence:
Sedalia, MO
 
Education/Course of Study:
Windsor High School Graduate
American College of Hair Cosmetology Graduate 
Currently studying Elementary Education
 
Work History: 
Cosmetologist
Athletic Director
Volleyball Coach
DESE Certified Substitute Teacher
Paraprofessional
Art Teacher
P.E. Teacher
Librarian 
 
Passions/Values:
My family, friends and being a part of the St. Paul's Lutheran School are all passions of mine. I am also passionate about making a difference in the lives of students. I value loyalty, honesty and kindness. 
 
Hobbies/Interests: 
I enjoy family and friend time at the Lake of the Ozarks. I love going on boat rides and floating in the water. I also enjoy date nights with my husband, dinner with friends, and spending quality time with my children and friends.



Preschool Teacher

Kelly Rottmann

Job Title: 
Preschool Teacher

City of Residence:
Versailles, MO

Education/Course of Study: 
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (Houghton College, NY)
Master of Arts in Information Science & Learning Technologies (University of MO, Columbia)

Work History: 
Daycare Provider & Preschool Teacher (5 yrs)
5th-6th Grade Lutheran Day School Teacher at Zion Lutheran, Ft. Wayne (2 yrs)
Home Educator (18 yrs)
Preschool Teacher at St. Paul's Lutheran School, Sedalia (Jan 2024-present)

Passions/Values: 
I love to serve the church and share the love of Christ with others, always looking for opportunities to serve both God and neighbor. Some of my favorite "neighbors" to serve include my husband, children, and my church family.

Hobbies/Interests:
Reading all kinds of books (especially children's books!), taking walks with my family & dog, gardening (vegetables & flowers), and learning about raising farm animals (especially chickens!).




Librarian

Elisabeth Tessone

Job Title:
Librarian
 
City of Residence:
Sedalia, MO
 
Education/Course of Study:
BA in History (minors in theology and political science) at Concordia University, Chicago
Masters in Library and Information Science at University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
 
Work History: 
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Research Library - Digitization
University of Central Missouri - Library Assessment Assistant
 
Passions/Values:
I am passionate about fostering a love of reading for a lifetime of learning through information and imagination. My faith shapes the rest of my life and I love helping others connect God's Word to the world around them.
 
Hobbies/Interests: 
I love spending time with my family, board game nights, reading (of course!), and crafting.



Art/Music/P.E./Para

Unique Kay Grimes

Job Title:
Paraprofessional: Art/Music/P.E.

City of Residence:
Sedalia, MO

Education/Course of Study:
Confirmed at Savior Lutheran Church
Graduated Smith Cotton High School

Passions/Values: 
My Lord and Savior above all, my family and my children are the most important things for me. I also highly value lifelong learning and my goal is to keep those around me feeling welcomed, safe, and appreciated.

Hobbies/Interests: 
Crocheting, cooking, spending time with family, staying active




Preschool Aide

Shirley Camirand




Pastor at Our Savior Lutheran Church

Andrew Tessone




Cook

Heather Walker




Before Care Supervisor

Arletta Garrett




After Care Supervisor

Cinthia Titus




Custodian

Tom Hutchings

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Chess Club Sponsor

John Nail