- Sarah Lanham
- Laura Lintker
- Angela Lysakowski
- Terriann Taaffe
- Sheri Wombacher
Hello my name is Sarah Lanham and this is my second year as the 7th and 8th grade teacher here at St. Agatha School. This is my second year as a teacher, but I actually graduated from St. Agatha in 1996, so St. Agatha's has been always been close to my heart. I went on to graduate from New Athens High School then I went to college at SIUE where I graduated in 2005. Then, I started my teaching career at St. Mary in Belleville, and I taught Kindergarten there for 3 years prior to coming to St. Agatha.
I currently live in New Athens with my Husband, Bob, and my 1 1/2 year old son, Joshua, and my daughter, Lauewn, who was just born July 24, 2009. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, being outdoors, scrapbooking, and reading.
I have enjoyed my time so far here at St. Agatha's and I look forward to another great school year! Please feel free to contact me at any time with any questions you may have.
Welcome back to school! I'm looking forward to teaching third and fourth grades again this year. This is my seventh year teaching at St. Agatha School. I am also a parent, PTF member, and GRADUATE of St. Agatha School. St. Agatha School has a special place in my heart, and I am proud to teach here.
My husband, Ron, and I have 3 children Taylor, Noah, and Isaiah. Taylor will be a sophomore at Gibault Catholic High School in Waterloo. Noah will be in Mrs. Lysakowski's second grade class at St. Agatha, and Isaiah is 2 years old. We are also hosting an exchange student from France. Her name is Julie, and she is 17 years old.
I have been a teacher for almost ten years. My favorite subjects to teach are English, Reading, and Religion. My favorite part of the school day is reading orally to my students after lunch. I especially enjoy when the weather is nice, and we read on the steps outside.
Each year there are so many opportunities for the students to grow. I am looking forward to another great year of growing in faith and knowledge with my students.
This is my fourth year of teaching at St. Agatha. I teach first and second grade. My favorite subject to teach is reading. I enjoy it because my first graders learn so much from the beginning of the year to the end of the year. I really feel like I have taught them a lot of valuable skills. I also enjoy teaching math. We received a new math series last year with two tubs of manipulatives for hands on activities that the students all really enjoy and look forward to using.
I have been married for one year to my husband Justin. We live in Belleville. We have two cats Calli and Simba. We are expecting our first baby on January 1, 2010! We have already painted the nursery. I also enjoy cooking, scrap booking, playing golf and hanging out with my family.
Greetings everyone! I am the kindergarten teacher at St. Agatha School. I have also taught fourth, second and first grade, but my favorite is kindergarten. I think it's because I like to see how my students grow and progress through elementary years. By eighth grade, my "kindergartner" is ready to take on the challenges of high school. That is the ultimate reward for all teachers!
Hello, my name is Mrs. Sheri Wombacher. I am the 5th/6th grade teacher here at St. Agatha School. I have lived in New Athens for the last 7 years with my two children. Zachary, 14, who will be a freshman at Gibault this year and Abigail, 9, who will be in the 5th grade here at St. Agatha's. I enjoy reading, biking, walking, swimming, hanging out with my children and family, spending time with friends and watching movies. I am a member of St. Agatha Parish. I am also an active member of both the Adult Choir and Pastoral Council. In addition, I am the church's Vacation Bible School Director. I Graduated from SWIC in May 2003 with and Associates of Arts degree. I Graduated from SIUE in May 2006 with a Bachelor degree in Education. After graduation, I substitute taught for the 2006/2007 school year. For the 2007/2008 school year, I was a special education teacher's aide. In addition to teaching, I work at the local library two nights a week. This way I can keep up-to-date on all the new books coming through. Finally, I am happy to say that this will be my second year here at St. Agatha's as their 5th/6th grade teacher. 2:10 Dismissal Mon., May 24 – Busses run and Safety Zone is open
9:20 Dismissal Tues., May 25 – NO BUSSES
May 21, 2010
Dear Parents and Friends,
Congratulations to the Class of 2010! Our eighth graders will graduate tomorrow evening at the 5pm mass, and kindergarteners graduate this morning at 10am mass. We say goodbye to our eighth graders today, and we wish them much luck in their futures! We look forward to good things ahead for Trevor Bergmann, Jerrica Greten, and Lucas Tiberend.
This morning we recognize the accomplishments of our student at our awards program. It is always rewarding to reflect on their achievements over the year. It often surprises them how much they accomplished, when they hear it all at one time! Thanks for your endurance and diligence in working with us to make the most of your children’s academic year.
I am sure you join me in thanking our kitchen help for this year – Bette Poston, Patty Causey, and Helen Parker. Our lunches are delicious and well-balanced, and the students enjoyed them, even though they had to taste things they sometimes didn’t want to!
Thanks to Sheri Wombacher and Julie Rutkowski for organizing a fun Poker Walk last Saturday, and to all who worked and participated! Special thanks to the winners who donated money back to the school. Although wet at times, the day was fun and we look forward to a bigger event next year!
School Picnic – will be held Monday, beginning at 10:30 at Okaw Valley Park. Students will walk to the park, enjoy field day activities organized by the 7th graders, have lunch, and have free play until about 1:45pm. We must then walk back to school in time for the 2:10 dismissal. All food and drink for the picnic is being provided, so families do not have to send in treats or chips.
Pre-K program coming to St. Agatha’s – Beginning in Fall 2010, we will expand our primary program to include 4-year-olds. While details are not yet complete, the Board made the decision to offer Pre-K at the
4-yr. old level, in response to concerns over the possibility of cuts to the New Athens Elementary program. There is a flyer in your folder today announcing it, and it is important for interested families to contact me to get details as they are worked out.
Along with this change will be a change of teachers as well. You may have heard that Mrs. Taaffe will be leaving us at the end of this school year to move closer to her family in Virginia. We wish her the best of luck, and I know you join me in many thanks for the lives she has touched over her years here. God be with you, Mrs. Taaffe!
Please do not send any more uniforms to school. My office has become a collection point for used/out-grown uniforms, yet they never seem to leave. I am sorry to say that I cannot take these any longer. If someone else wishes to coordinate a uniform swap, I think it is a great idea! However, just bringing them to me is not working. So I will put out what I have at PTF meetings, but I regret that I will no longer be taking them. If you have uniforms to pass on, think of who could fit in them and contact that person directly. That may work best. Thanks for your understanding.
Your final folder for the school year is filled with some important information itemized below:
Summer calendar and Homecoming work schedule is on the back of this newsletter.
Auction donation form/letter – Get a head start this summer!!
2010-2011 School Supply List
Homecoming Parade News – We will once again walk in the homecoming parade as a group, but details need to be worked out. Please send me your email address if you are interested in walking, so that we can communicate about ordering new t-shirts and planning parade details. Thanks!!
Old Science books are being sent home with students today, as we are updating with new Science books next year.
They will serve as a good reference for reports, reinforcement, or even Science Fair projects.
Raffle Tickets for our Winners’ Choice Auction raffle will go home next week…..please look for them on Monday.
Have a great weekend,
Mrs. Newbold