School Staff & Class Pages

Ms. Phillips' Class Page

I have been teaching kindergarten for thirty years.  Christ King has been “my home away from home” for 8 years as a student and 13 years as a teacher.  Education is a gift that lasts a lifetime, and I want to awaken a child’s love of learning and create joyful school memories.  Christ King allows me to create respectful, caring bonds with the children and their families, which makes for a wonderful kindergarten experience.  Join us as together we play more, laugh, hug and work hard.  Please do not hesitate to contact me.

Ms. Ceschi's Class Page

I have been teaching for 3 years, all at Christ King, and I am currently attending Mount Mary to pursue my masters in Arts in Education and a reading license. My favorite thing about working at Christ King is the support from families and staff. There is such a strong sense of community, and I feel truly valued and appreciated as a teacher.  I absolutely love working with the little ones and couldn’t see myself working at any other grade level.  They are so curious and passionate about learning, and they have such an intrinsic motivation to learn new things.  Please feel free to contact me anytime.

Mrs. Lesko's Class Page

Welcome!

I am happy to say this marks my 11th year as an educator at Christ King School, the past nine being spent in kindergarten. I believe strongly in Catholic education and have been very fortunate to have remained in the field for more than 30 years.  Every day I look forward to guiding, stimulating and encouraging my students through carefully planned activities that allow them to interact and learn with and from each other.  The classroom is our living laboratory where we discover and learn through experimentation and investigation. We sing, dance, play, read and create every day!  Kindergarten should be a happy time for everyone, therefore, open communication and partnering with our outstanding parents is paramount to a successful year. I feel so blessed and can’t imagine working anywhere else!

Mrs. Kleier's Class Page

I have 8 years of teaching experience in Kindergarten.  This is my 5th year at Christ King School. My husband Dave and I have been parish members since 2007. Our three youngest children currently attend CK and are in grades four, six, and eight.  Our fourth and oldest child graduated eighth grade last spring.  Christ King truly feels like my home away from home.  When I am not teaching, you will see me around campus at Mass, sporting events and community gatherings.  My teaching  position enables me to give back to the very same loving community where we are raising our children.  For as long as I can remember I have always been around children and found myself being inspired by their energy and love for learning.  With  each new teaching year, I look forward to the new hearts and minds I will touch in my class.  Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.

Mrs. Leffler's Class Page

I have 14 years of teaching experience at the first grade level.  This is my 2nd year at Christ King School, and I am so excited to be here.  I have wanted to be a teacher since I was in first grade!  I love working with children knowing that I can make a positive difference for them each day.  My goal is to create a safe, fun learning environment where all kids succeed.  Christ King feels like a second family to me. The staff, parents and children create a warm community like no other. I am always happy to speak with families about Christ King.  Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.

Mrs. Callahan's Class Page

I have 16 years of teaching experience.  I am thrilled to be joining Christ King this year . I love teaching; it’s truly a labor of love.  I believe that educating the whole child, head, hand and heart, is what matters the most.   I embrace the different learning styles of each learner.  I love that Christ King fosters warmth, love of learning, and a spiritual feeling of togetherness. My door is always open, please stop in or email me with any questions.

Sister Beth's Class Page

I have many years of teaching experience as a primary teacher.  I am beginning my 12th year  teaching here at Christ King.  I became a teacher because I wanted to get young children excited about learning.  I enjoy watching young children learn to read and have the whole world open to them through literature.  Preparing 2nd graders for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist is a special time for both me and the children. Christ King is a caring, welcoming, community of people who make everyone feel at home.  I am happy to  help parents and students in any way I can. Please never hesitate to contact me.

Mrs. Barkow's Class Page

I have been teaching at Christ King for 13 years.  I began my career at Christ King teaching first grade, and this year I am thrilled to move to second grade.  I am excited to help prepare our young people to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and First Eucharist.  I love working with all children knowing that I can make a positive difference in their lives.  My favorite part of working at Christ King is the sense of community I feel with the parents and staff. I have also been a parishioner here since 1992 and really enjoy teaching where I worship. I am always available to assist parents and other visitors with any questions or concerns.  Please do not hesitate to contact me.

Mrs. Miller's Class Page

Hello! This will be my fourth year teaching. It is my third year teaching 3rd grade at Christ King. Before that, I taught a year of 4th grade in Stevens Point. I absolutely love teaching 3rd grade! I attempt to teach with a passion for my subject so that my students develop a desire to become lifelong learners! I love that Christ King is an incredibly welcoming and caring community that works together for the enrichment of all students! Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions.

Mrs Lesner-Synder's Class Page

Hi!  I have 14 years of teaching experience, and this is my 13th year at Christ King School teaching third grade!  My desire for becoming a teacher came from my social work experiences,  working with families and children everyday and wanting to make a difference in the community.  I enjoy being a strong role model for children and utilizing my Catholic faith to make this possible.  My vision for teaching is to promote a student-centered classroom, where all students feel a sense of belonging.  The one thing I love most about Christ King is the opportunity to teach Religion as part of our everyday curriculum and share our mission statement to recognize Jesus in ourselves and others.  Please do not hesitate to ask me for any assistance or help with questions about our school.  I embrace an open door policy, and encourage parent involvement.   

Mr. Kloser's Class Page

I have nine years of teaching experience.  This is my sixth year at Christ King School.  I love seeing that light go on when a student makes a connection and understands something in a new way.  I am also a parishioner at Christ King and have participated in a number of ways from coach to scout leader.  I love watching our students grow and become productive, involved young people in our parish and community.   Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions or concerns.

Mrs. Munson's Class Page

Hello! I have been in the education field for four years working in a variety of positions including special education, Title 1 Math, and literacy interventions. This will be my third year at Christ King teaching 4th grade. Christ King is a very welcoming, accepting, and generous community that prides themselves on the moral education of today’s youth. Educating children is my passion. I love teaching because everyday is an adventure! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Ms. Oimoen's Class Page

I graduated from UW-La Crosse in 2014 with a major in elementary education and minors in Spanish and teaching English as a second language. My career at Christ King started immediately after graduation when I long term substituted for both 5th-grade teachers, which eventually lead to a full-time position. This year I am excited to start my second year teaching 5th grade at CK! Teaching is my passion because I love creating meaningful relationships with my students and helping them become lifelong learners. I have been blessed to work in an environment that is so welcoming and instills the same values I cherish. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions!

Ms. Nass' Class Page

I have been teaching for 5 years, and this is my second year at Christ King as one of the 5th-grade teachers.  Prior to coming to Christ King, I taught both computers and middle school math.  I have coached at the middle school and high school levels.  When I joined the amazing staff of Christ King last year, I was awed at the sense of community.  That feeling of togetherness and support has been one of the things I enjoy most about being here. Being surrounded by wonderful students, families, and faculty makes coming to work so enjoyable.  I love teaching 5th grade and helping to prepare the students for middle school.  You can contact me by e-mail or in person with any questions you may have.

Mr. Brown's Class Page

I have been very blessed to be a Catholic educator for the past 23 years.  During my 23 years in education, I have spent 14 years as a Catholic school principal and 9 years as a Catholic school teacher.  This is my first year of teaching middle school Religion at Christ King, and I am very excited to bring the teachings of the Catholic faith to the students.  I enjoy the daily contact with the students, and their energy and enthusiasm is contagious.   I am always open to parent communication, so please be free to contact me with any questions or concerns.   

Mrs. Dahm's Class Page

I decided to become a teacher during my junior year at Boston College. Since that was late in the game, I minored in Education, and immediately went to UW-Madison after graduation, where I received  my Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction. I then taught fourth grade for three years in MPS.  That was followed by four years in WAWM teaching third and fourth grades. When my oldest turned one, I decided to stay home with my children. About twelve years later, I re-entered education and started teaching Middle School Math at Christ King. I feel very blessed and love my job. I thoroughly enjoy working with the middle school students. Christ King is a very special school!

Mrs. Dawson-Rave's Class Page

This school year marks my sixth year of teaching and my third year at Christ King School.  After spending several years in theatre and nonprofits, I decided to follow my passion for children and helping others by becoming a teacher.  My favorite aspect of teaching is getting to know my students.  Christ King has been a rewarding place to work because I always feel valued by the  students and families of this community.  Please contact me via e-mail with any questions you have.

Mrs. Olszewski's Page

Mrs. Simko's Class Page

I feel extremely blessed to say that this will be my 35th year at Christ King School!  I came to Christ King in 1981, left for one year in 1984 to take a position in Austria to sharpen my skills in teaching German, and returned again to Christ King to resume teaching middle level English/Literature as well as German.  I currently teach 6th, 7th, and 8th grade literature and look forward to everyday I spend with my students and colleagues!  We approach the study of literature, classic as well as modern, through avenues of history, psychology, theology, and philosophy through critical thinking, creative writing, and go beyond print to real world application.  I approach my students as did the famous philosopher, writer, and teacher, Goethe, “Treat people as if they were what they ought to be and you help them to become what they are capable of being.”   Please do not hesitate to email me or feel free to call if you have any questions, concerns, or needs.  We are all family at Christ King and we can overcome any obstacle and more importantly achieve great things in the name of God for our children when we work together!

Mr. Ziesmer's Class Page

I have 6 years of teaching experience.  This is my 2nd full year at Christ King School.  I have wanted to be a teacher as far back as I can remember. I love working with children knowing that the great minds of tomorrow could be inspired by my class.  Every day is exciting and new as I help my students to understand how the modern world connects to modern day.  Christ King feels like home. Please do not hesitate to contact me via email. If you would like to schedule a meeting, don’t hesitate to email me and set up a time. I look forward to this year and many more in the future.

Mrs. Harvey's Class Page

I have 25 years of experience in education.  I’ve taught  first, second, and third grades, and  I am currently the Reading Resource teacher and school librarian. This is my 17th year at Christ King School.  For me, the highlight of teaching is simply the children.  I love interacting with them every day.  They truly make a difference in my life, and I hope I do the same for them. Christ King School has great community spirit.  It is a warm and welcoming place for parents, students, faculty and staff.  I will always try to be available to answer your questions or concerns. Please feel free to contact me.

Ms. Johnson's Page

I have 14 years of teaching experience.  This is my 3rd year at Christ King School.  I became a teacher because it is what I was meant to do.  I enjoy working with children and want to pass on my love of learning to them.  Every day is filled with joy and excitement as I help my students to understand the world.  My favorite part of working at Christ King is the sense of community.  It is a warm, welcoming place to be, and I have always felt “at home” here.  I am always available to assist parents and other visitors with any questions or concerns.  Please do not hesitate to contact me.

Mrs. Keough's Class Page

I’m excited to start my 2nd year teaching music at Christ King School.  This is my 7th year teaching general music, but I’ve been giving private lessons in music for 15 years in piano, voice, and other instruments.  I love getting to know my students and working with them to develop self confidence in music.  Music has always been a passion for me in church and I have used this to spread the word of God.  The kids and families at Christ King are welcoming and really invite everyone into their community.  Please stop by the music room to visit.

Ms. Stavropoulos' Class Page

I have been teaching for 42 years.  This is my 36th year at Christ King as the Physical Education teacher.  Prior to coming to Christ King, I taught and coached at the high school level for 4 years.  I also taught and supervised student teachers, and coached at the college level for 3 years.  I earned my Masters Degree in Physical Education from the University of Northern Colorado.  What I enjoy the most about Christ King School, is being blessed with the opportunity of working with such a gifted and talented group of students, many of which are offsprings of Christ King Alumni!!  It doesn’t get any better than that!  I’m always available for your questions and concerns.  You may contact me by phone, e-mail, or in person.

This will be my third year teaching grade school Spanish, and it is a privilege to add Christ King to my rotation. I also teach Spanish at St. Leonard in Muskego, St. John the Evangelist in Greenfield, and St. Joseph in Big Bend. Wherever I go, I try to bring a spirit of enthusiasm and caring. I believe that if learning can be humorous and musical, it will also be memorable. (I love to sing in the classroom!) Before teaching Spanish in the Catholic schools, I taught for two years at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee while earning my Master's degree in Spanish Translation. Though I am new to the Christ King community, I am already full of appreciation for the warm welcomes I have received, and the support that has been offered to me. I welcome communication from both parents and students, and I look forward to a great year!

I have 23 years of teaching experience and this is my 16th year at Christ King School.  I became an educator because I enjoy teaching and inspiring young children to learn about their faith and the world around them. I  love the feeling of community that  I have experienced here at Christ King School.  The children and families are wonderful to work with.  I am available M-TH on site at the school in the morning otherwise please feel free to email me if you have questions.  

I have 15 years of teaching and administrative experience.  This is my 4th year as principal of Christ King School.  Prior to serving in my current role, I was a high school English teacher and served in various administrative positions at other schools.  I earned a Master’s degree in educational administration at UW-Madison and continued on as a graduate student there earning my Doctor of Philosophy degree completing a dissertation focused on Catholic urban education.  My favorite parts of working at Christ King School are the overwhelming sense of community in the school and parish, highly professional faculty, the talented students, and Catholic identity.   I am always available to assist parents and guests with any questions; please do not hesitate to contact me.  Every day is an “Open House” at Christ King School; I encourage you to visit our school to see the incredible learning and formation taking place daily!