Ben.Lausman@clcop.org

Shannon.Duke@clcop.org

Julie Bruington has been a steadfast supporter of CLS, frequently assisting in classrooms as a substitute over the years. More often than not, you could find her helping in a class. This year, we are excited to welcome her in a more permanent role as our Kindergarten Aide, where she will assist our youngest learners. 

Andrea.Godwin@clcop.org

Andrea considers her home town in Caldwell, KS., where she lived till her freshman year of High School. She received her Associates Degree of Applied Science from Pratt Community College in 1995 and then moved to Kansas City. She spent 9 years teaching Pre-K at Sonshine School as well as subbing at Christ Lutheran’s Early Education Center. When she is not teaching 1st Grade, she is working in her flower garden, shopping, attending High School events and spending time with family and friends. 

Rebecca.Harmon@clcop.org

Rebecca was born and raised in Monroe, MI. She received her Bachelor of Arts in history and music from Concordia in Ann Arbor, MI. She has been at CLS since 2001 and served on the Board that developed the school and the Classical model. She currently teaches 2nd grade. In her spare time, Rebecca loves to antique, visit historical sites, and art museums. She spends as much time as possible at Lake Michigan, loves University of Michigan football as well as Detroit Tigers baseball.

Karen.Horrigan@clcop.org

Karen was born and raised in Monroe, Michigan. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from St. John’s College, Winfield, Kansas. This is her 21st year teaching in Lutheran schools, the last 16 at Christ Lutheran. She currently job-shares Second Grade with Mrs. Rebecca Harmon. Karen enjoys spending time with family, friends and her Wheaten Terrier (Bear). She also enjoys traveling, biking, baking, reading and loves the Michigan Woverines. Go Blue!!

Leah.Warner@clcop.org

Alicia.Cook@clcop.org

Alicia was born and raised in Paola, KS.  She attended Emporia State University where she received her Bachelor’s of Science in Education Degree in 1999 and her Master’s in Instructional Design and Technology in 2009.  Alicia taught in public schools for 14 years before joining Christ Lutheran School in 2015.  Alicia enjoys spending time with her husband (Brian) and their children (Makinley, Grant, and Gracelynn), taking walks, reading, traveling, and attending CLS events.

Debbie.Coughlin@clcop.org

Debbie loves teaching at Christ Lutheran School! Before arriving at CLS, she previously spent 11 years in the Olathe School District teaching 2nd – 5th grades. Debbie was raised on a farm in southeast Kansas, received her BST from Pittsburg State University, teaching licensure from Ottawa University, and a Lutheran Teacher’s diploma through Concordia University, Seward, NE. In her free time, Debbie enjoys reading, Bible journaling, and traveling with her husband Dave. It’s great to be a Griffin!

Jenna.Flanery@clcop.org

Jenna was born and raised in Olathe, KS. She attended Kansas State University for two years and transferred to UMKC. There she received her degree in middle school education, with an emphasis in science. She has one year experience teaching 6th grade science in the St. Louis area. This is Jenna’s 5th year at CLS. She is the 7th grade homeroom and 5th-8th grade science teacher. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and doing just about anything outdoors. She also loves to read and cook.

  Aimee.Curtis@clcop.org

Aimee was privileged to grow up in Asia as the daughter of missionaries where she received a strong Christian education at Faith Academy — a school for missionary kids.  After returning to the United States, she received her bachelor’s degree in English from MidAmerica Nazarene University and her master’s degree in education from the University of Kansas.  Before coming to Christ Lutheran, she taught high school English to newcomers for seven years in Kansas City, Kansas.  She also has experience as a copywriter, editor, and freelance author.  In her spare time, she enjoys reading, traveling, and spending time with her husband, their three kids, and their adorable pug, Winston.

Harrison.Smith@clcop.org

Harrison was born in Salem, MA, but grew up in Kansas, where his father pastored a church. He has also lived in Scotland and Russia. He graduated from Whitefield Academy, a classical Christian school, and went on to earn his B.A. in Russian Language and Literature from the University of Kansas. He later completed his M.A. at Columbia University, where he studied Russian and Philosophy. 

Before coming to Christ Lutheran, he taught in a variety of settings, including Latin at a classical Christian school, writing at JCCC, and Russian literature at Columbia University. He also has extensive experience working with students with exceptional needs. This is his first year at CLS, and he is thrilled to be teaching in a school committed to classical Christian education. 

He enjoys coffee, reading and writing, martial arts, and spending time with his wife and their two dogs. 

Kaysie.Young@clcop.org

Elizabeth.Pratt@clcop.org

Melissa.Stuewe@clcop.org

Amy.Rose@clcop.org

Amy was born and raised in Mason City, Iowa.  She earned her Bachelors degree from the University of Iowa in 1995 and moved to Kansas in 1996. Amy served for 15 years in the Louisburg Kansas School District in a variety of capacities.  She has been a Christ Lutheran Church member for over 20 years.  Her hobbies include, disc golf, attending sporting events/concerts, hiking, and exploring new places. She is an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan and loves all sports. 

Brandon.Heckendorf@clcop.org

My name is Brandon Heckendorf. I was born and raised in the small town of Kewaskum, Wisconsin. This past summer I moved to Kansas after completing my Master’s Degree in Sport Management from the University of Dubuque. I am thankful that God’s path brought me to Christ Lutheran where I can begin serving as your athletic director. I am eager to meet everyone as we embark on this journey together! Go Griffins!