Adrian, Jennie
Teacher
Math


At EHS Since: 2008
Teaching Since: 1998
Courses Taught: Algebra IA, Geometry, Algebra II
Education: M.S., Educational Administration, Emporia State University; B.S., Education, Mid-America Nazarene University
Awards/Honors:
Professional Organizations:
Email: adrijen@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 361

Anzelmo, Carol
Executive Assistant
President's Office

At EHS Since: 1998
Education: B.A. from Eastern University, St. Davids, PA
Experience: School Secretary at Sacred Heart School, Dearborn, MI; Executive Assistant to the Director of the Metro Detroit American Cancer Society; Guide/Lecturer at the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Volunteer Experience: Parish Council at St. Thomas Aquinas, Madison; President, Sacred Heart School PTA, Dearborn, MI
Other EHS Responsibilities: Chairperson, Support Staff Committee; Member, Spiritual Development Committee
Email: anzecar@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 145

Backman, Carrie '99
Department Chair, Teacher
Music

At EHS Since: 2005
Teaching Since: 2004
Courses Taught: Concert Band, Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Music Lessons
Other EHS Responsibilities: Fine Arts Committee Chair, Key Club Moderator, Pep Band, Pit Orchestra for Musical, School Liturgical Music
Education: Bachelor of Music, University of Minnesota; Master of Music Education in progress, VanderCook College of Music
Professional Organizations: Music Educators National Conference, Wisconsin School Music Association, Wisconsin Music Educator's Association, Minnesota Music Educator's Association, World Association of Symphonic Bands and Ensembles, International Tuba and Euphonium Conference, National Catholic Education Association, American String Teacher's Association, the National Catholic Band Association, the National Pastoral Musician's Association, the Minnesota Band Directors Association, and the National Band Association
Email: backcar@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 148

Ballweg, Diane Endres '71
Teacher
Science

At EHS Since: 2001
Teaching Since: 1975
Courses Taught: Aviation I, Aviation II
Education: M.A. Education Administration, Edgewood College; B.S., Education, Edgewood College; B.S., Music Education, UW-Madison
Aviation Ratings: High Performance Rating, Advanced Ground School Instructor Certificate, Instrument Rating, 1999; Private Pilot License, 1997; EAA Flight Leader for Young Eagle Rallies
Awards/Honors: Aviator of the Year 2000, State Bureau of Aeronautics; EHS Dominican Award for Service to Humanity 2000; Asset Builder Award from the Madison Community Foundation 2004, Governor's Contribution to the Arts Award 2005, Philanthropist of the Year Award 2006, Catholic Charities Appreciation Award 2007
Professional Organizations: EAA, AOPA, WIA
Community Service: On board of 14 civic, art, business and education organizations
Email: balldia@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 340

Baltus, Jim
Teacher
Religious Studies

At EHS Since: 2000
Teaching Since: 1993
Courses Taught: Hebrew Scriptures, World Religions in America
Other EHS Responsibilities: Ski Club Moderator, LINK Crew, Employee Focus Committee Chair, Dominican High Schools Preaching Mentor
Education: M.A., Religious Studies, Edgewood College; B.S., Wildlife Biology, Colorado State University
Awards/Honors: Xi Zigma Pi Natural Resources Honor Fraternity
Professional Organizations: COOL - Campus Outreach Organization League, Dominican Association of Secondary Schools
Email: baltjam@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 335

Bauman, Jan
General Office Administrative Assistant, Attendance Coordinator
At EHS since: 1991
Experience: EHS volunteer in many capacities, including secretarial assistance coordinator in Athletic office, Auxiliary Board, Ticket and Program co-chair for the Edgefest Follies, chairperson for the Edge on the News school newsletter, and co-chair of the Book Resale; previously a stay-at-home mom for 16 years
Additional Volunteer Experience: Our Lady Queen of Peace School and Family Board, Queen's Guild Board, Finance Council, Cookbook committee, Library Book Sale, and Silent Auction; Westmorland Saints Youth Hockey Board.
Honors/Awards: EHS Alumni Appreciation Award, 2002
Email: baumjan@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 100

Bleier, Steve
Teacher
Mathematics; Business & Computers

At EHS Since: 2002
Teaching Since: 2004
Courses Taught: Algebra 1A, Algebra III with Statistics, Visual Basic Programming
Other EHS Responsibilities: Head Volleyball Coach
Education: B.B.A., Information Systems, UW-Madison
Email: bleiste@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 350

Blinson Lundquist, Heather
Teacher
Foreign Language

At EHS Since: 2001
Teaching Since: 1996
Courses Taught: Latin I, Latin II, Latin III, Latin IV, AP Latin
Other EHS Responsibilities: Junior Classical League Moderator, Employment Focus Committee
Education: M.A., Latin, UW-Madison; Teaching Certification, UW-Madison; B.A., Latin, University of Georgia
Awards/Honors: Phi Beta Kappa; Phi Kappa Phi; Eta Sigma Phi, National Honorary Classical Fraternity
Professional Organizations: American Classical League, Wisconsin Latin Teachers Association
Email: blinhea@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 326

Bond, Bob

At EHS Since: 1992
In this Field Since: 1970
Experience: Eight years, teacher, industrial arts and vocational education with emphasis on building trades; 20 years, residential contractor, commercial building renovator
Education: B.S., U.W. Stout, Industrial Arts, minor in Safety
Volunteer Work: Board member, Father Carr's Place 2B in Oshkosh (free clinic, shelter, food pantry, food kitchen) for the past 30 years

Bondoc, Jean
Teacher
Campus Ministry

At EHS Since: 2005
Teaching Since: 1995
Courses Taught: Peer Ministry
Other EHS Responsibilities: Service Coordinator, Liturgy Coordinator, Edgewood in the Community Service Day, Retreat Organizer
Education: B.A., Sociology, University of Iowa; Graduate coursework at DePaul and UW-Madison in Education
Email: bondjea@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 142

Borleske, Michelle
Guidance Counselor
Student Services

At EHS Since: 2008
In Education Since: 1991, with Northern Michigan University in Admissions, Academic Advising, Diversity Services and Residence Life
Courses Taught: Freshman Group Guidance
Other EHS Responsibilities: Multicultural Club Assistant Moderator
Education: M.A., Administrative Services, Northern Michigan University; B.A. in Communications, UW-Parkside
Awards/Honors: Published "Using Academic Advising Strategies in the College Search Process: Tips for HIgh School Counselors" in Next Step Magazine
Professional Organizations: WI Association of College Admissions Counselors
Email: borlmic@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 153

Bubolz, Tonya
Teacher
Religious Studies

At EHS Since: 2006
Teaching Since: 2001, plus 8 years youth ministry and campus ministry
Courses Taught: Understanding Catholic Christianity, Contemporary Justice Issues
Other EHS Responsibilities: Vita Semper Moderator, LIFT Moderator
Education: B.A., Theology, Franciscan University of Steubenville
Email: buboton@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 302

Burrows, Nick
Department Chair, Counselor
Student Services

At EHS Since: 1981
Teaching Since: 1974
Courses Taught: Group Guidance - Sophomore, Junior & Senior
Other EHS Responsibilities: Student Services Department Chair, Multicultural Group Moderator, Military Liaison, College Prep Testing Coordinator, ACT Testing Supervisor, Fine Arts Committee Member
Education: M.A., Loras College; B.A., Loras College; Post-masters, UW-Madison, U of St. Thomas, Silver Lake College, Edgewood College
Awards/Honors: UW School of Education Award to a Distinguished Teacher of Teachers; Speaker to WI Counselor Association; Kohl Teacher Fellowship Award ; Top 100 Educators in WI; Runner-up, City of Madison Wolman Award for Youth Services; EHS Alumni Appreciation Award Professional Organizations: Marquette University National Counselors Advisory Team, one of 12 members from college prep high schools nationwide; WI School Counselors Association; WIAA Sports Official over 25 years; St. Francis Xavier Football & Basketball Coach
Email: burrnic@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 127

Chiu, C.J.
Teacher
Mathematics

At EHS Since: 2010
Teaching Since: 2000
Courses Taught: Algebra I, Geometry-A (Accelerated)
Other EHS Responsibilities: Amnesty International Moderator
Education: Masters of Arts in Teaching, Concordia University, River Forest, IL; Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Union College, Schenectady, NY
Professional Organizations:
Email: chiucj@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 321

Choudoir, Tom
Teacher
Physical Education

At EHS Since: 1998
Total Years Teaching: 1978
Courses Taught: Ballroom Dance I, II and III
Other EHS Responsibilities: Freshman Study Hall
Education: Certified Professional Dance Instructor, Prof. Dance Federation, National Dance Council of America
Awards/Honors: Top Teacher: Arthur Murray International; Finalist: Western United States Dance Championships; Finalist: United States Ballroom Championships - Pro/Am; Finalist: WI State Dance Championships - Pro
Professional Organizations: Professional Dance Federation; National Dance Council of America
Email: choutom@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 303

Clauson, Craig
Teacher
Social Studies, English

At EHS Since: 1990
Teaching Since: 1985
Courses Taught: English I, AP American History
Other EHS Responsibilities: Freshman Moderator, Outdoor Cooking Club Moderator
Education: M.A., Library Science, UW-Madison; B.A., History & English, Arizona State University
Awards/Honors: National Council of Teachers of English
Email: claucra@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 304

DallaGrana, Wade
Teacher
Social Studies

At EHS Since: 1980
Teaching Since: 1977
Courses Taught: American Political Systems, Recent American History, Global Issues, World History
Other EHS Responsibilities: Close-Up Advisor
Education:
M.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies, National Louis University; B.A. in Secondary Education and Political Science, Marquette University
Awards/Honors: EHS Alumni Appreciation Award, 2005; 2004 State Winner DAR Outstanding Teacher of American History; 2002 Fulbright Teacher Exchange Grant to South Africa; 1994 Kohl Teacher Fellowship Award; 1989 Norman Basset Teaching Award
Professional Organizations: WI Council for Social Studies; Nat. Council for Social Studies; Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of WI; Global TeachNet
Email: dallwad@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 305

DeLorme, Kristin
Librarian
Library

At EHS Since: 1999
Teaching Since: 1992
Other EHS Responsibilities: Book Club Advisor
Education: M.A., Library & Information Studies, UW-Madison; B.S., Education, UW-Madison
Professional Organizations: American Library Association; Association of School Librarians; Wisconsin Education Media Association
Email: delokri@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 135

Ehrmann, Tammy
Director of Alumni Relations
Advancement

In this Field Since: 1985
At EHS Since: 2007
Education: B.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison
Experience: Fundraising and volunteer experience since 1994; previous experience in meeting and seminar planning
Email: ehrmtam@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 185

Foti, Brenda
Department Chair, Teacher
Learning Resource Center (LRC)

At EHS Since: 1994
Teaching Since: 1994
Courses Taught: Learning Resource Center
Education: M.S., Special Education, UW-Madison; B.S., Sociology/Education with a Criminal Justice emphasis, North Dakota State University
Email: fotibre@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 172

Goers, Timothy
Teacher
Business & Computers, FIT

Teaching Since: 2008
At EHS Since: 2010
Education: B.S., Marketing & Business Education & Minor, Business Administration, UW Stout; Certified, Marketing Ed. & Business Ed.
Experience: Business & Marketing Education teacher at Cambridge High School, 2 years; Sales Manager for a small business in Milwaukee, 3 years; Cross Country and Track coach at Colfax High School, 3 years
Other EHS Responsibilities: Technology Committee, National Honor Society Assistant Moderator
Honors/Awards: Marketing "Rookie" Teacher of the Year in WI, 2008-'09
Professional Organizations: Wisconsin Marketing Education Association, elected secondary representative 2009-'10
Email: goertim@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Ext. 219

Growney, Bob
Principal
Administration

Years at EHS: EHS Teacher beginning in 1983, Principal since 1999
In Education Since: 1975
Education: M.A., Educational Administration, Edgewood College; B.A., Sociology, Loras College; B.A., Physical Education, Loras College
Awards /Honors: 2007 Madison Magazine Best High School in Madison
Professional Organizations: NCEA; ASCD; NASSD
Email: growrob@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 123

Hamburg, Cindy
Human Resource & Benefits Manager
Administration

At EHS Since: 1999
In this field Since: 1995
Education: B.S., Business Administration with Human Resources Certification, Cardinal Stritch College, 1995
Volunteer Work: Personnel committee, Evangelical Lutheran Church Mount Horeb; previous board member for Agape Christian Preschool.
Email: hambcin@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Ext. 167

Hanson-Stewart, Pamela
Communications Department Chair, Teacher
Communications & English

At EHS Since: 1980
Teaching Since: 1977
Courses Taught: Public Speaking, Advanced Public Speaking, Acting, American Musical Theatre, Modern Drama, Play Production
Other EHS Responsibilities: Arts Adventure/Drama Club Moderator, Fine Arts Committee Member
Education: Two Bachelor of Science degrees, Edgewood College; Graduate Studies at UW-Madison, UW-La Crosse, and Columbia University in the city of New York.
Community Service: Project Evaluator, Madison Opera; Olbrich Gardens
Awards/Honors: EHS Alumni Appreciation Award; "Teacher of Teachers", UW-Madison Dept. of Theatre and Drama; EHS Fine Arts Hall of Fame; Norman Bassett Teaching Award; National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowship to Columbia University; Fellowship to "Arts World"; and Who's Who in American Teaching. Mrs. Hanson-Stewart was also Director of EHS Drama for 24 years, and retired from that position in 2005.
Professional Organizations: WI Theatre Association; Zeta Phi Eta; WI Alliance for Arts Education; John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Email: hanspam@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 351

Hessler, Jonathan
Teacher
Science

At EHS Since: 2000
Teaching Since: 1996
Courses Taught: Physics, Physics Honors , AP Physics
Other EHS Responsibilities: Strategy Games Club, Science Olympiad
Education: B.A., Physics, University of Chicago
Awards/Honors: Top 100 Game Award 1997 for the game The Last Card designed & produced by Jonathan Hessler - Games Magazine
Email: hessjon@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 306

Holmquist, Tami
Business Manager
Administration

At EHS Since: 1994
In this Field Since: 1981
Experience: 29 years experience in this field
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Professional Associations: Certified Public Accountant, Certified Financial Planner, Member WICPA and AICPA
Email: holmtam@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Ext. 124

Houlihan, Karen
Department Chair, Teacher
Foreign Language

At EHS Since: 1980
Teaching Since: 1979
Courses Taught: Spanish I, Spanish IV, AP Spanish
Other EHS Responsibilities: Junior Class Advisor
Education: M.A., Education, Lesley University; B.A., Spanish Education, Edgewood College
Awards/Honors: Bassett Award; Channel 27 "Class Act"; Kohl Award; Channel 3 "Top Notch Teacher"
Professional Organizations: WI Association of Foreign Language Teachers
Email: houlkar@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 307

Husom, Kym
Social Studies Department Chair, Teacher
Social Studies

At EHS Since: 1980
Teaching Since: 1980
Courses Taught: Starting Your Own Business, Economics, Law, World History
Other EHS Responsibilities: Junior Class Moderator
Education: M.A., Education, National Louis University; Teacher Certification, UW-Madison; B.A., Economics & Political Science, UW-Madison
Awards/Honors: Bassett Teacher Award; Kohl Teaching Fellowship; Sun Prairie High School Wall of Success Recipient; EHS Alumni Appreciation Award
Professional Organizations: NCSS; WCSS; GATE; ASET
Email: husokym@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 308

Hylkema, John
Teacher, Technology Coordinator
Mathematics, Administration

At EHS Since: 1995
Teaching Since: 1983
Courses Taught: College Algebra for Seniors, AP Calculus, 2nd Year Calculus, Technology Assistantship
Other EHS Responsibilities: Ultimate Frisbee Moderator, Technology Committee Co-chair
Education: M.A., Educational Technology, Edgewood College; B.S., Mathematics, Purdue University
Professional Organizations: Member, National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Email: hylkjoh@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 158

Jacoby, Stacy
Administrative Assistant
Student Services (Guidance)

At EHS Since: 2009
In Education Since: 1993
Experience: High School Student Services Specialist, Homeschool Teacher, Early Childhood Teacher
Email: jacosta@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 126

Kinsler, Toby
Teacher
English

At EHS Since: 2003
Teaching Since: 1996
Courses Taught: English II, American Literature, World Literature
Other EHS Responsibilities: Varsity Girls Tennis Coach, Junior Varsity Boys Tennis Coach
Education: M.A., English, The Bread Loaf School of English at Middlebury College; B.A., English, Secondary Education, Lawrence University; Post-graduate work, Lincoln College at Oxford University
Email: kinstob@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 322

Kraemer, Joshua
Campus Ministry Department Chair, Teacher
Campus Ministry & Religious Studies

At EHS Since: 1999
Teaching Since: 1998
Courses Taught: Peer Ministry, Reflective Living
Other EHS Responsibilities: Campus Minister, Retreat Director, Spiritual Development Committee Chair, Edgewood Leadership Corps Moderator, Freshman Football Coach
Education: M.A., Education, National-Louis University; B.A., Philosophy, UW-Madison
Professional Organizations: Association for Experiential Education (AEE); National Catholic Educator's Association (NCEA)
Email: kraejos@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 143

Lahr, Cary
Teacher
Learning Resource Center and Foreign Language

At EHS Since: 2005
Teaching Since: 1988
Courses Taught: Spanish I, Learning Resource Center
Other EHS Responsibilities: Sophomore Class Moderator, Fine Arts Committee
Education: M.S., Curriculum and Instruction,UW-Milwaukee; B.S., Education, UW-Oshkosh
Awards/Honors: King Juan Carlos of Spain Fellowship
Professional Organizations: Wisconsin Association of Foreign Language Teachers
Email: lahrcar@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 172

Link, Mary
Director of Institutional Advancement
Administration

At Edgewood Since: 2009
Education: B.A., UW-Madison, Journalism
Experience: 10 years, Director of Advancement at Driscoll Catholic High School, Addison, IL
Professional Associations:
Email: linkmar@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext.

Lumina, Mike '66
Study Hall Monitor
FIT (Freshman Interdisciplinary Team)

At EHS Since: 1997
Previous Experience: Employed at UW Hospital until retiring in 2007. Studied police science at MATC, served in U.S. Army 1968-'70.
Classes: Freshman Study Hall Monitor
Other EHS Responsibilities: Commons Supervision, Head Freshman Girls Basketball Coach, Assistant Softball Coach, Assistant Freshman Boys Football Coach
Email: lumimic@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 349

Marsh, Georgia
Teacher
Spanish

At EHS Since: 2008
Teaching Since: 1977
Courses Taught: Spanish I & III
Other EHS Responsibilities: Spanish Honor Society Moderator
Education: B.S. in Secondary Education and Spanish, minor in Latin American Geography, UW-La Crosse; post-graduate work in Multiculturalism and Educational Media.
Awards/Honors: Also fluent in Greek and has studied French and Russian
Professional Organizations: Am. Assoc. of Teachers of Spanish and Portugese, Phi Delta Kappa
Email: marsgeo@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 314

McDonough, Shannon
Assistant Principal
Administration

At EHS Since: 1999
In Education Since: 1999
Other EHS Responsibilities: Athletics, Attendance, Discipline, Executive Council, National Honor Society, Link Crew Coordinator, School Parking, DriveCam Program
Education: M.A., School Counseling, UW-Milwaukee; B.A., Psychology, UW-Whitewater
Professional Organizations: WI School Counselors Association; American School Counselors Association
Email: mcdosha@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 128

McKinley, Dennis '63
Teacher
Music, Campus Ministry & Alumni Relations

At EHS Since: 1967
Teaching Since: 1967
Courses Taught: Edgewood Chorus grades 9-10, Concert Choir grades 11-12, Show Choir grades 11-12
Other EHS Responsibilities: Alumni Relations, Liturgy Coordinator, Great Teachers-Great Programs Grant Coordinator, Vocal Director -Musicals
Education: M.S., Education & Music, UW-Madison; Bachelor of Music, UW-Madison
Awards/Honors: EHS's 1st recipient, Bassett Foundation Teaching Award; Diocese of Madison Catholic Charities Catholic Leadership Award; EHS Mazzuchelli Award for Service to Christian Education; EHS Fine Arts Hall of Fame
Professional Organizations: WSMA, MENC, WMEA, WCDA, ACDA, NCEA, NPMA
Email: mckiden@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 146

McManus, Anna
Assistant Principal
Administration

At EHS Since: 1999
In Education Since: 1979
Education: M.A., Liberal Arts, St. John's College; M.Ed., School Administration, Livingston University; M.A.T., Education, Livingston University; B.S., Physical Education, Livingston University
Email: mcmaann@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 163

Mertens, Diane
Department Chair, Teacher
English

At EHS Since: 1976
Teaching Since: 1972
Courses Taught: AP English, American Literature Honors, English II
Other EHS Responsibilities: English Department Chair, Wayfarer (literary magazine) Moderator, Fine Arts Festival Committee
Education: M.S., Education-Curriculum & Instruction, UW-Madison; B.S., English, UW-Oshkosh
Awards/Honors: Curriculum Reviewer, WI School Evaluation Consortium; Lecturer, Tohoku U., Japan; NEH Award - Folger Library; NEH Award, Rutgers University; EHS Alumni Appreciation Award; IU East Asian Studies Center & Freeman Foundation Award: Study Tour, Japan & Korea; AP Exam Reader, Educational Testing Service; Outstanding Madison Area High School Teacher Award (Bassett Foundation); WI Writing Project Scholar, UW-Madison; Kohl Foundation Teacher Fellowship; Fulbright-Hays Award Seminar, Japan; Freeman Foundation & Uof IL Award, Study Tour, China; NCTE & Indiana U. East Asian Studies Award: "Seminar on Teaching East Asian Literature in High School"; Who's Who Among America's Teachers
Professional Organizations: Nat. Council of Teachers of English; WI Council of Teachers of English, WI Alliance for Arts Education
Email: mertdia@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 310

Miles, Constance
Registrar
General Office

At EHS Since: 2008
In Education Since: 1996
Education: M.A. Special Education, UW Madison; B.A. Telecommunications, Michigan State University
Other EHS Responsibilities:
Awards/Honors: Two UW Madison Advanced Opportunity Fellowship Awards
Professional Organization: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Email: milecon@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 122

Minnaert, Alan
Teacher
Religious Studies & Physical Education

At EHS Since: 1992
Teaching Since: 1981
Courses Taught: Understanding Catholic Christianity, Weight Lifting I, II & III
Other EHS Responsibilities: Head Football Coach, Associate Athletic Director, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Moderator
Education: M.S., Western Illinois University; B.A., St. Ambrose University
Professional Organizations: WI Football Coaches Association, Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Email: minnala@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 147

Moravchik, Maureen
Teacher
English, FIT, Humanities

At EHS Since: 1990
Teaching Since: 1990
Courses Taught: English I, Humanities Honors, World Literature
Other EHS Responsibilities: Freshman Class Moderator, Dance Dance Revolution Club Moderator
Education: M.S., Cardinal Stritch University; B.S., UW-Madison
Email: moramau@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 311

Mullen, Laurie
Counselor
Student Services

At EHS Since: 1991
In Education Since: 1990
Courses Taught: Freshman Group Guidance
Other EHS Responsibilities: House Manager for Dramas, AP Coordinator
Education: M.Ed., Counseling, University of New Hampshire, B.S., Psychology, UW-Whitewater
Awards/Honors: Published, New Hampshire State Counseling Journal
Professional Organizations: WI School Counselor Association, American School Counselor Association
Email: mulllau@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 125

Nagle, Dawn
Director of Technology
Administration

At EHS Since: 1998
Education: B.A. Political Science, University of Chicago, Chicago IL; M.A. Latin American Studies, Georgetown University, Washington D.C.
Other EHS Responsibilities: Technology Committee
Email: nagldaw@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 176

Nelson, Ann
Teacher
Music

At EHS Since: 1982
Teaching Since: 1965
Courses Taught: Hand Bell Choir I, Hand Bell II, Beginning Piano, Piano II, Piano III, Piano IV
Other EHS Responsibilities: Fine Arts Festival Committee, Writing Across the Curriculum Committee
Education: B.A., Music, UW-Madison; Graduate Work: Edgewood College, UW-Madison, Vandercook School of Music Chicago, Mankato State University
Awards/Honors: First Baptist Church, 30 years as music director, EHS Alumni Appreciation Award
Professional Organizations: Music Educators National Conference; WI Music Educators Conf.; Am.Guild of English Hand Bell Ringers; National Catholic Educators; Fellowship of American Baptist Musicians; UW School of Music Association
Email: nelsann@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 137

Newton II, Richard '92
Teacher
Physical Education

At EHS Since: 1999
Teaching Since: 1996
Courses Taught: Physical Education I, Health, Adapted Physical Education, Fall & Spring Team Sports, Fall & Spring Recreational Activities
Other EHS Responsibilities: Head Baseball Coach
Education: M. of Administration, Edgewood College; B.S., Education, UW-Whitewater
Awards/Honors: EHS Athletics Hall of Fame Award 2006,
Professional Organizations: American Baseball Coaches Association, Wisconsin Baseball Coaches Association
Email: newtric@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 344

Okas, Jan
Administrative Assistant to the Principal
General Office

At EHS: Since 2007
Education: B.A. in History/Political Science, Milton College, Milton, WI; International Catholic Stewardship conferences; Raiser's Edge Database seminars; grant writing workshops
Experience: Diocese of Madison, Administrative Offices of the Bishop - Office of Stewardship and Development; former editor of an advertising weekly publication; substitute teacher; parish council public relations representative and school board member at Nativity of Mary Parish
Other Edgewood Responsibilities: Edge on the News Editor, Spiritual Development Committee, Pastoral Response Team, Emergency Response Team
Email: okasjan@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 150

Pantano, Eric
Teacher
Science

At EHS Since: 2001
Teaching Since: 1992
Courses Taught: Introductory Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemistry Honors, AP Chemistry
Other EHS Responsibilities: Laughing Stock Student Improvisation Comedy Group Moderator, Edgetones a cappella Moderator, Senior CROSS Retreat Co-director
Education: M.S.T., Secondary Science Education, Boston College; B.S., Chemistry, Boston College; Doctoral work, Organic Chemistry, University of Houston
Awards/Honors: AXE (Alpha Chi Sigma) Chemistry Fraternity; Fulbright Memorial Fund Japan Teacher Program Professional Organizations: National Science Teacher's Association, National Association of Biology Teachers, American Chemical Society, International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry
Email: panteri@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 313

Pitz, Carmen
Teacher
Spanish

At EHS Since: 2008
Teaching Since: 2003
Courses Taught: Spanish I & II
Other EHS Responsibilities: Drama Liaison
Education: B.S. in Art and Spanish, UW-La Crosse; Graduate studies in Integrating Technology in the Classroom and Managing Discipline Problems
Awards/Honors: Cappelen Teaching Scholarship
Professional Organizations: Wisconsin Association for Language Teachers
Email: pitzcar@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 312

Ralph, Derek
Teacher
Science

At EHS Since: 2001
Teaching Since: 1981
Courses Taught: Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics
Other EHS Responsibilities: Soccer Coaching, Multicultural Club Assistant Moderator
Education: Post-Graduate Certification, Education, London University (UK); B.S.-Honors, Chemistry, Leicester University (UK)
Email: ralpder@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 301

Regina, Don
Teacher
English

At EHS Since: 1978
Teaching Since: 1977
Courses Taught: American Literature, British Literature Honors, Advanced & Creative Writing, American Multicultural Literature
Other EHS Responsibilities: Envoy Student Newspaper Moderator, Boys Cross Country Coach
Education: M.A., UW-Madison; B.A., English, St. Michael's College
Awards/Honors: Kohl Foundation Teacher Fellowship, Bassett Foundation Teaching Award
Professional Organizations: WI Cross Country Coaches Association; National Council Teachers of English
Email: regidon@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 315

Ripple, Kate
Public Information Associate
Administration

At EHS Since: 2005
In Nonprofit Management Since: 1984; many years in marketing, communications and development for nonprofit arts, human service, environmental and education organizations
Education: B.B.A. - Marketing, Honors, UW-Madison; National Society of Fund Raising Executives Survey Course
Awards/Honors: Excellence Award, Total Communications Program, United Ways of Minneapolis & St. Paul; Silver Anvil Team Award, Public Relations Society of America; UW Memorial Union Porter Butts Award for Furtherance of the Arts
Email: rippkat@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Ext. 217

Ross, Deborah
Commons Moderator
Staff

In this Field Since: 1991
At EHS Since:2000
Education: UW-Oshkosh, Nicolet College, MATC
Experience: Day Care Teacher, work with children and students for 17 years
Email: rossdeb@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 120 (kitchen)

Rothering, Steve
FIT Department Chair, Teacher
Social Studies

At EHS Since: 1973
Teaching Since: 1973
Courses Taught: AP European History, U.S. History
Other EHS Responsibilities: Assistant Hockey Coach
Education: Master of Education, National Louis University; B.S., UW-Madison; B.S., Edgewood College
Awards/Honors: Bassett Foundation Teaching Award, Kohl Teacher Fellowship Award, Alumni Appreciation Award
Professional Organizations: National Council for the Social Studies, WI Council for the Social Studies, WI Hockey Coaches Association
Email: rothste@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 316

Rundhaug-Witz, Joan
Teacher
Religious Studies

At EHS Since: 1995
Teaching Since: 1981
Courses Taught: Hebrew Scriptures, Christian Scriptures, Morality, Prayer & Sacrament, World Religions in America
Education: B.S., Religious Studies, Edgewood College
Professional Organizations: NCEA
Email: rundjoa@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 317

Russell, Brie
Director of Fund Raising Special Events
Advancement

At Edgewood Since: 2010
In this Field Since: 2001
Education:B.A. Marquette University in Public Relations
Experience: Public relations and special events for Barnes & Noble, Welcomehomesam.com and Hanson, Dodge & Sutter.
Email: russbri@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 133

Rzepinski, Julie
Teacher
Learning Resource Center

At EHS Since: 2006
Teaching Since: 1987
Courses Taught: Learning Resource Center
Education: B.S., Mathematics Education, North Carolina State University
Professional Organizations: IDA, NCCTM, WIBIDA
Email: rzepjul@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 172

Schaaf, Cherie
Teacher
Learning Resource Center

At EHS Since: 2000
Teaching Since: 1994
Courses Taught: Learning Resource Center
Other EHS Responsibilities: Technology Committee; National Honor Society Assistant Moderator; Retirement Committee; Health Insurance Review Committee
Education: M.A., Educational Technology, Edgewood College; Teacher Certification, Secondary Science, Univeresity of Georgia; B.S., Environmental Education, Michigan State U.; graduate studies at U. of Pennsylvania, Temple U.
Awards/Honors: Presenter, Georgia Middle School Association Annual Conference; published "Cases in Middle & Secondary Science Education"
Professional Organizations: NCEA; Amigos de las Américas Madison Chapter Board
Email: schache@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 172

Schemmel, Judd
President
Administration

At EHS Since: 2005
Other Experience: 5 years at Wisconsin Council of Religious and Independent Schools, 10 years at CUNA Mutual Insurance, 4 years at Milwaukee Brewers Front Office
Education: J.D., Marquette University; B.A., Philosophy, Marquette University
Professional Organizations: American Bar Association; State Bar of WI, Dominican Association of Secondary Schools
Email: schejud@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 141

Sevenz, Beth
Admissions Assistant
Staff

In this Field Since: 1992
At Edgewood Since: 2007
Education: M.S. and B.S. in Consumer Science, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Experience: Advisor, Lecturer, Admissions Officer in transfer admissions, UW-Madison; Assistant Registrar, Oakton Community College
Email: sevebet@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext.: 134

Shannon, Bob
Department Co-chair, Teacher
Science

At EHS Since: 1979
Teaching Since: 1979
Courses Taught: Astronomy, Human Anatomy & Physiology, AP Environmental Science
Other EHS Responsibilities: National Honor Society Moderator, St. Martin House Meal Program Coordinator
Education: M.A. in Education, Viterbo University; B.S., Natural Sciences Education, UW-Madison
Awards/ Honors: Bassett Foundation Teaching Award, Kohl Teacher Fellowship Award, Edgewood Alumni Appreciation Award
Professional Organizations: National Science Teachers Association, WI Society of Science Teachers; Astronomy Society of the Pacific, Madison Astronomical Society, National Association of Biology Teachers
Email: shanrob@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 318

Shaughnessy, Cathi
Department Chair, Teacher
Mathematics

At EHS Since: 1990
Teaching Since: 1975
Courses Taught: Geometry A (Accelerated), Pre-Calculus Honors
Other EHS Responsibilities: Math Department Chair, Math Team Moderator
Education: M.A., Curriculum & Instruction, National Louis University; B.S., Secondary Education - Mathematics, UW-Madison
Email: shaucat@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 319

Smith, John
Food Service Manager
Administration

EHS Since: 1997
In this Field Since: 1968
Education: B.S., UW-Stevens Point, Resource Management/Soil Science
Experience: 28 years in hotel and restaurant management
Email: smitjoh@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Ext. 120

Splitter Jessica, '01 (nee Barghusen)
Teacher
Science

At EHS Since: 2008
Teaching Since: 2005
Courses Taught: Biology, AP Biology
Other EHS Responsibilities: Science Olympiad Moderator
Education: M.A. in Secondary Education, Loyola Marymount University, B.A. in Biology with a Chemistry minor, College of Saint Benedict
Email: splijes@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 330

Staveness, Lora
Department Chair, Teacher
Physical Education

At EHS Since: 1991
Teaching Since: 1991
Courses Taught: Life Guarding; Fall & Spring Recreational Activities; Health; Intro to Athletic Training, Flexibility and Stability Ball Training; Speed, Agility and Plyometrics; Physical Education I
Other EHS Responsibilities: Varsity Girls Basketball Coach; Announcer, boys and girls home soccer games
Education: Master of Sports Administration, UW-La Crosse; B.S.E., UW-Whitewater
Awards/Honors: Conference Girls Basketball Coach of the Year, 2006 & 2008; Division II-South All-Star Head Coach in 2005, Assistant Coach in 2006
Professional Organizations: American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Health; Women's Basketball Coaches Association; WI Basketball Coaches Association
Email: stavlor@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 136

Sturm, Katie
Teacher
Learning Resource Center

At EHS Since: 1993
Teaching Since: 1988
Courses Taught: Learning Resource Center, English II
Other EHS Responsibilities: Writing Lab
Education: M.A., English & Education, Lehigh University; B.A., English/Fine Arts, Muhlenberg College
Awards/Honors: NYTE - Teacher of Excellence Award
Professional Organizations: NCTE - Wisconsin
Email: sturkat@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 172

Tahany, Kevin
Department Chair, Teacher
Religious Studies

At EHS Since: 1991
Teaching Since: 1988
Courses Taught: Personal, Moral, Social Psychology; Hebrew Scriptures; Christian Scriptures; Reflective Living; Church History
Other EHS Responsibilities: Senior Class Moderator, Writing Across the Curriculum Committee, Mission Development Committee
Education: M.A.., Religious Studies, Cardinal Stritch University; B.A., History, DePaul University
Awards/Honors: Featured Speaker NCEA
Professional Organizations:
Email: tahakev@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 323

Temple, Meredith
Admissions Director
Administration

At EHS Since: 2006
In Education Since: 1995, 11 years in college admissions -- 3 years at Drake University and 8 at Wartburg College -- and 1 with Mathis, Earnest and Vandeventer Integrated Marketing Agency
Education: B.A., Journalism & Mass Communication, Major Advertising, Minor English
Email: tempmer@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: ext. 131
Fax: 257-9133

Thering, Mark
Department Chair, Teacher
Art

At EHS Since: 1974
Teaching Since: 1974
Courses Taught: Basic Art I, Basic Art II, Photography, Advanced Drawing, Ceramics, Advanced Painting, Architectural Drawing & Design, Advanced Photography, Jewelry & Sculpture, Commercial Art & Design, Art Assistantship, Yearbook
Other EHS Responsibilities: Yearbook Co-Advisor, Set Director-Plays & Musicals, Fine Arts Festival Committ.
Education: B.S., Art Education, UW-Madison
Awards/Honors: EHS Fine Arts Hall of Fame Award; from 1986-2006, 16 National Set Awards for excellence in set construction; Meritorious Service Medal U.S. Army Reserves, 2 General's Coins, retired as Master Sergeant after 33 years of service; EHS Alumni Appreciation Award; Taylor Publishing Advisor of the Year; Who's Who in Am. Teaching; Norman Bassett Teaching Award
Professional Organizations: National Art Education Association; WI Art Education Association
Email: thermar@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 159

Totoritis, Alexandra
Teacher
Social Studies

At EHS Since: 2004
Teaching Since: 2004
Courses Taught: World History, Global Issues, Recent European History
Other EHS Responsibilities: Ping Pong Club Moderator
Education: Teaching Certificate, Secondary Education, UW-Madison; Certificate, European Studies, UW-Madison; B.A., History & English, UW-Madison
Professional Organizations: National Council of Social Studies
Email: totoale@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 341

van Lith, Kerry
FIT Department Co-chair, Teacher
FIT, Humanities & Social Studies

At EHS Since: 1996
Teaching Since: 1996
Courses Taught: U.S. History, Honors Freshman Humanities
Other EHS Responsibilities: Yoga Club Moderator
Education: J.D., UW-Madison; B.A., Great Books, University of Notre Dame
Awards/Honors: Kohl Teacher Fellowship Award
Professional Organizations: NCEA; National Council for Social Studies; WI Council for the Social Studies
Email: vanlker@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 327

Voss, Audrey
Business & Computer Department Chair, Teacher
Business & Computers and FIT

At EHS Since: 1992, and also from 1970-'76
Teaching Since: 1970
Courses Taught: Personal Computer Literacy
Other EHS Responsibilities: Senior Class Moderator
Education: M.S., Guidance & Counseling, UW-Madison; B.S., Business Education, Edgewood College
Awards/Honors: Governors Technology Conference Committee, Pi Omega Pi Business Award
Professional Organizations: National Business Education Association
Email: vossaud@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 218

Wall, Kathy '77
Teacher
Foreign Language

At EHS Since: 2009
Teaching Since: 1981
Courses Taught: French I, French II, French III, French IV, AP French
Education: B.S. Elementary Education, area of concentration, French; UW-Madison Teacher Certification Program Certificat D'Assiduite' from the Universite' de Savoie, France; working on World Language Education Certification (K-12) at UW-Madison
Professional Organizations: American Association of French Teachers (AAFT), American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)
Past Volunteer Work for EHS:Co-chair of graduation 2009, Music Boosters Association president, past Auxiliary president
Email: wallkat@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 320

Waters, Henry (Skip)
Academic Success Program Moderator
Student Services

At EHS Since: 2004
Education: B.S. Psychology, Minor in Sociology, University of Wisconsin-Stout; lettered in 3 sports, All-Conference and All-American in football; after 44 years, still holds two football records - the longest punt return, 96 yds and highest punt return average, 22.3 yds
Experience: Retired after 33 years as Quality Control Inspector at Oscar Meyer;
Free agent with the Minnesota Vikings; Semi-pro football player, Madison Mustangs, nine years, League Most Valuable Defensive Player; many years as coach, official
Email: watehen@edgewood.k12.wi.us

West-Lentz, Teresa
Teacher
English

At EHS Since: 2000
Teaching Since: 1980
Courses Taught: English II, American Literature, British Literature
Other EHS Responsibilities: Wayfarer Assistant Moderator, Writing Lab
Education: M.A., Drake University; B.S.E., Drake University
Awards/Honors: Who's Who Among American Teachers
Professional Organizations: National Council for Teachers of English, WI Council of Teachers of English
Email: westter@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 338

Wiederholt Meier, Mekel
Science Deptartment Co-chair, Teacher
FIT & Science

At EHS Since: 1998
Teaching Since: 1997
Courses Taught: Biology, Human Anatomy & Physiology, Environmental Field Education, Advanced Environmental Field Education
Other EHS Responsibilities: Edgewood Leadership Corps Asssistant Moderator, Director of Environmental Field Education Courses, Sisters Taking Active Roles (STAR) Moderator, Breakfast Club
Education: M.E., Curriculum & Instruction, National Louis U.; B.A., Natural Science, College of St. Benedict
Awards/Honors: Kohl Foundation Teacher Fellowhip Award 2008
Professional Organizations: WI Society of Science Teachers, National Science Teachers Association, National Association of Biology Teachers, Association for Experiential Education
Email: wiedmek@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 329

Williams Brunner, Katrina
Drama Director
At EHS Since: 2008
Teaching Since: 1988
Education: B.A ., UW-Madison, Theatre and Drama; currently pursuing Secondary Education Certificate in Theater Arts and English at Edgewood College
Experience: Dance teacher, acting teacher, choreographer and director for many local theater companies and schools for 20 years; most recently directed Once Upon a Mattress for Childrens Theatre of Madison's summer drama school, choreographed Thoroughly Modern Millie and West Side Story and directed the concert version of Follies for Four Seasons Theatre; co-produced and directed It's a Wonderful Life, a Live 2007 Radio Play as a benefit for the Restoring Hope Transplant House in Middleton. During seven years in Chicago, Williams Brunner worked with Theatrewit, Porchlight Music Theatre and Light Opera Works.
Awards/Honors: Jeff Citation for Outstanding Choreography for Porchlight Company, Chicago.
Email: brunkat@edgewood.k12.wi.us

Ziemann, Lori
Title
Mathematics

At EHS Since: 1994
Teaching Since: 1988
Courses Taught: Geometry, Algebra 2A
Other EHS Responsibilities: Envoy (Student Newspaper) Assistant Moderator
Education: M.A., General Professional Development - Education, Edgewood College; B.S., Mathematics, Mount Mary College
Professional Organizations: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Email: ziemlor@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 331

Zwettler, Chris
Athletic Director
Athletics

At EHS Since: 1989
Teaching Since: 1980
Courses Taught: Physical Education I, Health, Sports Psychology & Careers
Other EHS Responsibilities: Athletic Director, Boys Basketball Coach
Education: M.A., Education, UW-Platteville; B.S., Physical Education, UW-Platteville
Awards/Honors: 6-time City Coach of the Year for Basketball; WBCA All-Star Assistant Coach; WBCA All-Star Head Coach ; AP Coach of the Year; Coach of the 2001-'02 Boys Basketball WI State Champs; 3-time Badger Conference Coach of the Year; UW-Platteville Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee
Professional Organizations: WBCA, WISADA, WEAC, WADA
Email: zwetchr@edgewood.k12.wi.us
Phone: Voicemail ext. 144