The staff at Zion Lutheran School are specially called to provide moral, ethical, spiritual and academic guidance to students.  Small class size enables a high degree of one-on-one learning and deeper relationships between students and teachers. Zion is anchored on a solid Christ-built foundation. Among the many benefits of a Lutheran education, the key differentiating factor is the Christian teaching that is woven into every  learning experience.

“I enjoy the relationships between the generations as we live out our faith as a community of believers.”

Gail is in her 4th year of teaching preschool at Zion. She was born in Saginaw and raised in Reese. Prior to coming to Zion, she taught six years in the Reese public schools. Her family includes husband John, daughters Kelly and Andrea, son-in-law Mitch, and grandchildren Andrew and Emily. Gail’s hobbies and interests include gardening, spending time with her grandchildren and nephews, and hairdressing.

“I enjoy meeting so many new families and sharing the love of God with the students, faculty, and parents as we walk in God’s ways – together!”

Kim is starting her 2nd year as aide in the preschool room. She was born in Saginaw and raised in Frankenmuth and Santa Fe, NM. Her family includes husband Bruce; daughters Allyson (10) and Charity (6), both of whom are students at Zion; and stepsons Mike and Chad. Kim is involved with VBS and serves as a driver for her daughters’ field trips. Her hobbies include gardening, pets, and making T-shirts and cakes.

“Zion school is full of great kids and families!”

“I like teaching at Zion because of its caring and loving atmosphere.”

“Mrs. E.” has been a teacher for 30+ years. She is a graduate of Concordia, Seward, NE, and received her M.A. from SVSU. A native of Port Hope, Diane is married to Kurt, and they have one grown son. She enjoys cross-stitching.

“The families at Zion support and nurture their child(ren). The parent volunteers are terrific!!”

This is Judy’s 6th year at Zion, having previously taught at St. John Lutheran in Ionia. A graduate of MSU, she has a B.A. in Elementary Education and recently completed the colloquy program through the Concordia University Education Network. She has four children and eight grandchildren. Judy is involved with the mixed choir, orchestra, adult handbells, and LWML here at Zion. She also enjoys gardening, scrapbooking, and teaching piano lessons.

“I love the joy of working with students and the fellowship of staff and members that I have found in my involvement at Zion.”

Kathy has been on staff at Zion for 10 years and has 15 years’ prior teaching experience in Ohio, Hemlock, and Munger. She was born and raised in Auburn and attended Grace Lutheran School where her desire to teach was fostered. She has a B.A. from Concordia, Ann Arbor, and a B.S. from Concordia, Seward, NE. Kathy’s family includes her dad, 3 brothers, 1 sister, and 14 nieces/nephews. She enjoys singing in Zion’s mixed choir as well as knitting, crocheting, walking, gardening, reading, and playing golf.

“I enjoy working with the children and the friendliness of Zion’s congregation"

In her 7th year of teaching at Zion, Julie is a Zion School graduate and the daughter of members Phil and Carol Boes. She received her B.A. from SVSU and her Masters from CMU. She and her husband Tony have three sons who are students at Zion: A.J., Dan, and Charles. In addition to spending time with her family, Julie enjoys reading, baking, biking, and serving as a parent volunteer at various sporting events at Zion.

“I am proud to teach in the congregation where I was confirmed, married, and baptized my boys. I enjoy being a part of this family.”

Jeremy is in his 4th year of teaching at Zion and is a graduate of Zion. He received his B.A. in Secondary Education from SVSU. As his students know, Jeremy loves all sports, especially baseball, volleyball, tennis, and bowling.

“I like the smaller class sizes at Zion as it makes it a lot easier to get to know the students on a personal level.”

Karla has been at Zion for 5 years and was a registered nurse before becoming a teacher. Born in Saline, MI, Karla grew up involved in the Lutheran Church there and now attends St. Luke’s Methodist Church in Essexville and is a youth group leader. She has a B.A. in education from SVSU. Her family includes husband Dan and two grown children. Karla enjoys bicycling, gardening, and kayaking.

“I enjoy the fellowship among the teachers at Zion and the opportunity to work in a Christ-centered environment with the students and my co-workers.”

Sheryl has been Zion’s school secretary for 6 years. Born and raised in Bay City, she has three children: Erica (16), Craig (13), and Devin (8). She enjoys rollerblading, camping, biking, and ice skating.

Jeanne has been in Zion’s kitchen for 6 years. She was born and raised in the Bay City / Kawkawlin area. Married for 15 years to Arnie, she has one son and one stepdaughter. She enjoys gardening, collecting antiques, and playing golf.

“I enjoy the close-knit staff that cares and shares.”

Sheri has been helping in Zion’s kitchen for 4 years. A native of Bay City, Sheri and husband Steve have two sons, Daryl and Sam, who attend Zion school. She enjoys reading, camping, and gardening.

“I enjoy seeing the kids come through the lunch line and talking with them.”