Lititz Christian Team
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Senior Administrator

Mr. Rick Bernhardt
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Rick Bernhardt
Senior Administrator
emailrlbernhardt@lititzchristian.net

Education:    BS Education, MD Education; Millersville University   
Joined LCS: 2006 
“It is my desire that Lititz Christian School meets students where they are, academically, spiritually, and emotionally and moves them to where God wants them to be. My personal prayer for each graduate is that they grow in faith and pursue Godly wisdom, as they lead and serve their world.”
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Secondary Principal

Mr. Gabe Pethtel
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Gabe Pethtel
Secondary Principal (Grades 6-12)
emailgapethtel@lititzchristian.net

Education:  B.S. Ball State University; M.Ed. Cedarville University  
Joined LCS: 2009 
 “My passion as Secondary Principal is to encourage and inspire the students, parents, and faculty of Lititz Christian to work together to create a Christ-centered school environment that is friendly, challenging, and inspiring.  It is my hope that all who come in contact with our school will see the power of Jesus Christ working in surprising ways at LCS.  Philippians 2:12-15”  
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Elementary Principal

Mrs. Sherry McConaghay
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Sherry McConaghay
Elementary School Principal
emailsemcconaghay@lititzchristian.net

Education: BS in Elementary Education with minor in Early Childhood Education, Millersville University; Masters degree: Elementary Education 
Joined LCS:  2006 
 “My passion as elementary principal is to equip and challenge teachers to strive for educational excellence using the gifts and abilities God has given them resulting in enhanced student success.”
Elementary Teaching Team
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First Grade Teacher

Mrs. Kim Spotts
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Kim Spotts  
1st Grade Teacher
emailkispotts@lititzchristian.net

Education:       BS in Early Childhood Education, Messiah College
Joined LCS:    2004
 My goal is to help students master skills needed for basic reading and math functions while having fun. Not only do I desire for each student to have fun while learning about math and reading, I also want them to enjoy learning more about God and building strong relationships with those they come in contact with on a daily basis.”
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Second Grade Teacher

Mrs. Allyson Harmon
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 Allyson Harmon
 2nd Grade Teacher - morning
 
Education:       BS in Elementary Ed,  Grace College
Joined LCS:    2002
 My passion is to see students excited to learn.  I strive to create a classroom environment where students are active learners and eager to participate in the learning process.” 
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Third Grade Teacher

Miss Lori Mickel
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Lori Mickel
3rd Grade Teacher
emaillomickel@lititzchristian.net

Education:       BS, Philadelphia Biblical University
Joined LCS:   1983
My goal is to honor God above all else. It is my privilege to partner with parents to teach, guide and lead their children as they learn and grow academically as well as spiritually. I want to help each child develop to his/her full potential.” 
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Fourth Grade Teacher

Mrs. Nancy Hackman
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Nancy Ann Hackman
4th Grade Teacher
emailnahackman@lititzchristian.net

Education:       BS in Education, Kutztown University
Joined LCS:    1990
 My goal is to partner with parents in educating their children and to help them grow in their wisdom and knowledge of our Lord, Jesus Christ. I pray that I can encourage, instruct and inspire my students to make a difference in their lives.”
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Fifth Grade Teacher

Mrs. Janina Fisher
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Janina Fisher
5th Grade Teacher
email: jafisher@lititzchristian.net

Education:       
Joined LCS:    2010
 
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Primary Art Teacher

Mrs. Lynn Falvey
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Linnea Falvey
Art Teacher
emaillifalvey@lititzchristian.net

Education:       BA in Art Education (K-12), Glassboro State College
Joined LCS:    1987
 
“My goal is to engage my students in exploring themselves as artists. I strive to create lessons that are age appropriate and therefore fun and stimulating. Hopefully our art room is a safe place for our students to express who they are and how they see the world … especially in light of knowing God as the first Artist!”
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Elementary Music Teacher

Mrs. Sharon Winters
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Sharon Winters
Primary Grade Music Teacher
email: shwinters@lititzchristian.net

Education:       BS & MA in Education, Millersville University
Joined LCS:    2004
My goal is to help my students discover the joy of music through singing, performing, moving to, and listening to music; and to provide them with the skill necessary to discuss music. I desire to foster an environment where students can discover their individual musical gifts and are encouraged to use them with an attitude that will bring glory to God.”
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Physical Education

Mr. Ryan McCracken
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Ryan McCracken
email: rymccracken@lititzchristian.net

Department:    Health, Physical Education and Athletics
Education:       BS in Health, Physical Ed & Athletics and Bible, Lancaster Bible College
Joined LCS:    2006
“My goal is to see students experience success and improvement both in the classroom and on the playing field; and also have them recognize the talents and gifts God has given each of them and use them to glorify Him.”
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Spiritual Formation Director & Bible Teacher

Mr. Eric Lewis
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Eric Lewis
email: erlewis@lititzchristian.net

Department:    Bible and Spiritual Formation
Education:       BS in Secondary Education with minor in History, and BS in Bible,
                        Philadelphia Biblical University
Joined LCS:    1999
 “I am very passionate about the spiritual lives of my students and desire to see them become faithful followers and disciples of Jesus. I want them to have substance to their faith so that they will not only be able to remain faithful in the peaks and valleys of life, but to be able to articulate their faith when questioned or challenged.”
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Athletic Director Assistant

Mrs. Sue Elsner
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Sue Elsner
emailsuelsner@lititzchristian.net

Department:    Athletics
Education:       BS in Physical Education, Messiah College
Joined LCS:    2006
My goal is to assist in providing quality athletic programs for our students, parents and coaches in an atmosphere where athletes can develop and grow in their relationships with one another and bring glory to the One who made them.” 
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Interim Athletic Director

Mr. Ryan McCracken
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Ryan McCracken
emailrymccracken@lititzchristian.net

Department:    Health, Physical Education and Athletics
Education:       BS in Health, Physical Ed & Athletics and Bible, Lancaster Bible College
Joined LCS:    2006
“My goal is to see students experience success and improvement both in the classroom and on the playing field; and also have them recognize the talents and gifts God has given each of them and use them to glorify Him.”
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Secondary English Teacher

Mrs. Sue Bitner
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Suzan Bitner
emailsubitner@lititzchristian.net

Department:    English
Education:       BS, Liberty University
Joined LCS:    2004
 “I desire to inspire my students to develop the tools they need to effectively communicate, both through the written and the spoken word, so that they may impact their world for Christ. I want to expose them to literature in many genres, so that they are able to distinguish truth from error, and know how to persuade in a logical and compelling manner the truths that they have learned.”

 

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Secondary English Teacher

Mr. Shane Long
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Shane Long
email: splong@lititzchristian.net

Department:    English
Education:       AS in Bible, Lancaster Bible College
                        BSE in English, Millersville University
Joined LCS:    2006
 I am passionate about helping my students develop their skills in critical thinking, reasoning, reading, writing, listening and speaking.  After time in my classroom, my students should be ready to face whatever academic and life challenges that come their way with the assurance that God is by their sides leading them.”
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Science Teacher

Mr. Brett Markey
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Science Teacher

Mrs. Jill Printzenhoff
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Jill Printzenhoff
emailjiprintzenhoff@lititzchristian.net

Department:   Science
Education:       BS in Biology with a double minor in Chemistry and Psychology, Trevecca Nazarene University
Joined LCS:    2007
 My goal is to get students excited about earth science. Through interactive instruction such as hands-on laboratory activities for the students, teacher demonstrations, group discussions and group projects, I want students to begin to see the science in everything around them. As we work together throughout the year, I hope students realize that God’s creation is the ultimate scientific laboratory.”
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Mathematics Teacher

Mr. Ken Wenger
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Kenneth Wenger
emailkewenger@lititzchristian.net

Department: Mathematics
Education:    BS Secondary Education and MS Secondary Mathematics, Millersville University; Ed. D., Temple University
Joined LCS: 2008
 “ My goal is to empower the students to reach their highest potential in mathematics.  Since mathematics is required in virtually every occupation, comfort with and ability in mathematics is essential for success.  My desire is for the students to develop their skills so they can best serve God’s Kingdom in whatever role they are called.”
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Mathematics Teacher

Mrs. Beth Hoover
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Elizabeth Hoover
emailbehoover@lititzchristian.net

Department: Mathematics
Education:    BS Mathematics, Clearwater Christian College
Joined LCS: 2008
“My goal is to connect with students, inspiring them to have an appreciation for math and a desire to learn more. I want to be a good testimony and encouragement to them; caring for them beyond academics, but also spiritually and personally.”
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Mathematics Teacher

Mrs. Susan Roller
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Susan Roller
emailsuroller@lititzchristian.net

Department:    Mathematics
Education:       BA in Math & French, Texas Christian University
                        M.Ed in Secondary School Counseling, North Texas State U
                        (now University of North Texas)
Joined LCS:    1990
I would like for my students not to be afraid of math nor to deplore it, but to see it as part of God’s truth in this world meant to be used as a tool for leading useful productive lives.”
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Middle School Bible Teacher

Mrs Susan Auld
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 Susan Auld   
Middle School Bible Teacher
email: suauld@lititzchristian.net

Education:   BS Bible and BS Elementary Education, Philadelphia Biblical University
Joined Lititz Christian:   2009
"My desire is to see every student in Middle School grow in their relationship with God as we study God’s Word together daily. My goal is that students can take God's Word and apply it practically in their everyday lives.  My prayer is that they will take what they learn and have a huge impact on the world around them for Christ!"  

                       

 

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Librarian

Mrs. Jill Green
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Jill Green
email: jigreen@lititzchristian.net

Department:   Library
Education:       BA in Social Work, Oral Roberts University
Joined LCS:    1991
 My goal is to inspire students to become lifelong readers. Various types of literature are available to be explored and evaluated against the truth of Biblical teachings. Since character development defines a person’s integrity, literature can play a vital role in teaching character traits.”
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Music Department Director

Mrs. Jennifer Felty
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Jennifer Felty
emailjefelty@lititzchristian.net

Department: Music
Education:    BMus, Houghton College; MMus, Penn State University
Joined LCS: 2006
“ My goal is to expose students to a wide variety of musical styles/genres and help them to understand and gain an appreciation for each  one. Everything I teach comes from a Christian perspective, looking not only at what the world says about music or musical issues , but more importantly what God says about them.”
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Director of Bands

Ms. Marilyn Winfield
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Marilyn Winfield
emailmawinfield@lititzchristian.net

Department:   Music/Director of Bands
Education:       BA in Music with emphasis on Pedagogy/Performance, Millersville University
                        Masters Level Credits, Arizona State and Villanova University
Joined LCS:   2003
I’m honored to have the privilege of sharing my passion with the younger generation. The study of music allows individuals to encourage one another and to have patience with one another during rehearsal time. Musical performance allows us to share our musical experiences with others.” 
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Social Studies & Government Teacher

Mr. Lincoln Hockenbrough
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Lincoln Hokenbrough
emaillihokenbrough@lititzchristian.net

Department:  Social Studies
Education:      BS in Secondary Education – Social Studies, Penn State University
Joined LCS:    2008
 I want to make history more than just names and dates by having students see how history relates to them and how it affects their lives. I also enjoy showing students how our country was founded on Christian principals and ideas, and taking a close look at those principals and seeing where they come from, which is the Word of God.”
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Business & Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher

Mrs. Kathy Emerick
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Kathy Emerick
emailkaemerick@lititzchristian.net

Department:   Business
Education:       BSBE, Geneva/Slippery Rock
Joined LCS:    1990
 In a society that seems to compromise on moral and ethical issues, it is my passion to not only instill my students with sound business principles, but, to also give them a biblical foundation upon which they will choose not to compromise.”
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Health Teacher

Mrs. Dana Pethtel
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Dana Pethtel
emaildapethtel@lititzchristian.net

Department:  Health and Physical Education
Education:     BS from Ball State University
Joined LCS:   2009
"My goal as a teacher at Lititz Christian School is to inspire students to follow Christ in their day to day lives.  Teaching life skills in a Christian school is a great way to accomplish this."

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Art Teacher

Mrs. Lynn Falvey
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Linnea Falvey
emaillifalvey@lititzchristian.net

Department:    Art
Education:       BA in Art Education (K-12), Glassboro State College
Joined LCS:    1987
 
“My goal is to engage my students in exploring themselves as artists. I strive to create lessons that are age appropriate and therefore fun and stimulating. Hopefully our art room is a safe place for our students to express who they are and how they see the world … especially in light of knowing God as the first Artist!”
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Computer Teacher

Mrs. Betsy Echternach
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Elizabeth Echternach
emailbeechternach@lititzchristian.net

Department: Computer
Education:    BS in Quantitative Business Analysis, Penn State University; MS in Religion, Evangelical Theological School
Joined LCS: 2005
“Because computer technology is so engrained in our culture, it is imperative for students to acquire a strong computer skills base.  It is also my desire to for students to learn how to adapt to new technological applications while also bearing in mind their responsibility to be good stewards of the technological tools available to them."
Prov. 3:5,6

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