St. Joseph School, Redding, CA

Faculty

Josh Schwerdt

Principal

Lindy Mangas

Transitional Kindergarten

Natasha Ramirez

Kindergarten

Judy Schwerdt

First Grade

Sarah Goehring

Second Grade

Madison Styers

Third Grade

LeeAnne Hall

Fourth Grade

Claudine Palmer

Junior High

Carol Koppes

Junior High

Julie Feser

Junior High

Tayler Polk

Middle School Science

Elizabeth McClellan

Art Teacher

Jessica Damalerio

Music Teacher

Rorry Cowdin

Music Teacher

Staff

Bill Koppes

NVCA President

Christelle Bellingan

Bookkeeper

Jeny Askeland

Office Manager

Alyssa Martin

Extended Care Director/Advancement Assistant

Amber Kelley

Advancement Assistant

Diocese of Sacramento Administration

Katie Perata

Executive Director & Superintendent

Terri Schwabauer

Regional Director

College & Major	Sonoma State University, History Major
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	The family atmosphere of SJS is my favorite. My kids attend SJS, my mom is also a teacher and my dad was the principal for 35 years.
Favorite Vacation Spot	So many! Park City, Utah and any zoo, Disneyland, Europe, Seattle (Seahawks games) and Philadelphia (Phillies games) if we had to pick a few
Who is in your Family	My wife Tara and our two boys who both attend SJS.
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Sweep the Sheds - Never be too big to do the small things that need to be done

College & Major	Early childhood degree, Early childhood teaching credential, Mentor teacher at Shasta College
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	Family oriented atmosphere
Favorite Vacation Spot	Hiking the Trinity Alps
Who is in your Family	Husband, a Deacon at Saint Joseph and alumni of the school, Mike, three adult children and six grandchildren all of whom have attended or are current students of Saint Joseph School
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Kindness, kindness is contageous, what a wonderful tool to teach children

College & Major	San Francisco State University, Early Childhood Development and Minor in Research and Public Policy
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	I love the beautiful friendships that blossom and last a life time
Favorite Vacation Spot	Our family loves vacationing in Lake Tahoe, winter and summer adventures
Who is in your Family	I am married and have a daughter, Hannah, who attends SJS, and two dogs, Duke and Diesel.
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	From a wise mind comes speech; the words of the wise are persuasive. Kind words are like honey, sweet to the soul and healthy for the body." - Proverbs 16:23-24

College & Major	Ashford/Simpson - BA of Ed
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	The small community and accountability demonstrated with many families, which in turn supports the academic and behavioral development of students.
Favorite Vacation Spot	Any mountain, near any lake.
Who is in your Family	Husband, 2 Children
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit that has been given to us." Romans 5:5

College & Major	Sacramento State BA in Liberal Studies
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	My favorite part about SJS is the sense of community. Everyone is always so willing to help one another out; it's so amazing to see all of the generosity and kindness.
Favorite Vacation Spot	Hawaii
Who is in your Family	My husband and our rescue dog, Rori
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Courtesy is one of the most important virtues because without it, one lacks manners, respect, and kindness. All of these traits are important to have, especially in today's world.

College & Major	California State University, Long Beach, Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	The community that comes together to celebrate, mourn, cheer, and lift up each other every day.
Favorite Vacation Spot	My favorite vacation spot is either Ohio, Jamaica or Ireland, depending on why I am traveling.
Who is in your Family	My husband, 2 daughters and one cat.
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Give thanks to the Lord, for he is Good; His love endures forever. Psalm 107:1

College & Major	Graduate of the University of Dayton. Received my teaching certificate from Simpson University. Math Coach training is through Notre Dame University.
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	Our school strives to guide the development of the whole child; spiritually, intellectually, physically and socially. I love to witness how the children grow into the person God has called them to be.
Favorite Vacation Spot	Wherever my family and I go in our camper. 🌅
Who is in your Family	I am married and have 4 children; all students of SJS.
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	I … urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another through love, striving to preserve the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace; one body and one Spirit, as you were also called to the one hope of your call; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.” Ephesians 4:2-6

College & Major	University of Kansas BSE, Laverne University MA Credential, Chico State University Administrative Credential, National Board Certified Middle School LA
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	I love the inquisitive nature of the students of SJS, they want to learn, they are respectful students and, the importance of their Catholic faith which lends to discussions around vitures and ethics.
Favorite Vacation Spot	Anna Maria Island in Florida and Disneyland
Who is in your Family	Married to husband Tom. We have two adult children who are SJS alumni and five grandchildren who are students of SJS.
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Psalm 23 continues to have a huge impact on my life

College & Major	Chico State University, BA in Liberal Studies with a supplement in ELA and Multi-Subject Credential from Simpson University
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	Hands down, the close knit community, I love to teach and spend time with my students and co-workers in an enviornment where we all work hard and laugh a lot.
Favorite Vacation Spot	Anywhere with my huge family; lakeside, riverside or oceanside
Who is in your Family	Two kids, Nick and Annie, two sisters, two brothers, in-laws, 10 nieces and nephews, two great-nieces and Dani the dog and Ella the cat
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Trustworthiness as it is the base of all things good and only good can come from it

College & Major	Simpson University, Biology
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	My favorite part of SJS is the feeling of community!
Favorite Vacation Spot	Anywhere with horses or Dirtbikes and no cell service!
Who is in your Family
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Whatever you do, do it from the heart for the Lord and not for people. You know that you will receive an inheritance as a reward.You serve the Lord Christ.” The Good News: No matter what you do, you are using the gifts that the Lord gave you. Colossians 3:23-24. I think that this verse has helped me to stay focused in the midst of the hardest parts of Life, and to remind me that as long as I have put forth my best, I am honoring God.

College & Major	U.C Davis and majored in Art and Art History
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	I went to school here, 1st through 8th, and many of my classmates belong to the community.
Favorite Vacation Spot	A bookstore
Who is in your Family	I'm surrounded by family here! I go to church with my Dad and watch my two sisters sing in the choir. I'm blessed with two more sisters and we visit as much as we can. I'm blessed with nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews!
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	1 Peter 5:10 "And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast." I read this verse a few days after my Mom died and felt sure that she was now restored, strong and herself once more and forever.

College & Major	San Francisco State University, B.S. in Business: Hospitality & Tourism Management
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	I attended St. Joseph School when it had a preschool and continued until I graduated 8th grade in 2014. As an alumni, I love talking to my students about my memories at SJS. The school has changed so much since I was a student. It's fantastic to see how much it has progressed and keeps progressing.
Favorite Vacation Spot	San Francisco! Every day, there is always a place to dance. On Sundays I love doing free swing dancing with the Lindy in the Park group at the Golden Gate Park.
Who is in your Family	I have one younger sister, Jasmine, who also attended and graduated from St. Joseph School in 2021.
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Kindness. Spread it like confetti!

College & Major	UC Berkeley
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	My favorite part of SJS is actually being able to connect with students who are happy to learn and participate in the subjects I am passionate about. The students never cease to surprise you!
Favorite Vacation Spot	I love nature! I love hiking in the mountains and camping. Although, a nice day at the beach and swimming in the ocean is also great!
Who is in your Family	I am 23 years old. I am the seventh and final child of my family. I have three sisters and three brothers all of varying ages. I am unmarried and have no children currently, but certainly plan to in the future!
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	1 John 3:18 Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.

College & Major	University of South Africa, Bcomm Degree
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	School community helped make our family feel "at home" when we moved here 12 years ago
Favorite Vacation Spot	Anywhere on the coast
Who is in your Family	Two boys, Adam and Sam, who both attened Saint Joseph School are now in college and my husband John

College & Major	CSU, Chico
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	I love the beautiful friendships that blossom and last a life timeI love that SJS has such an encouraging and supportive community.
Favorite Vacation Spot	Oregon or anywhere on the coast
Who is in your Family	I'm married and we have three kids, my oldest two are in college and one is a student here at SJS.
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Your word is a lamp unto my feet, a light unto my path. Psalm 119:105 This verse was the first verse I ever memorized and it is an anchor that reminds me to always be guided by God's word.

College & Major	Western Governors University; Bachelors in Elementary Education
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	Teachers and students!
Favorite Vacation Spot	Hawaii
Who is in your Family	My husband Ian our fur-babies Todd and Spoomy!
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	"Faith does not make things easy, it makes them possible." - Luke 1:37. This bible verse has carried me through mountains and valleys. There is a certain type of beauty that comes out of a challenge. Where the mind goes, the spirit follows. Relying on my faith has saved me.

College & Major	Currently attending Shasta College and studying to get my AA in Business Administration
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	The community is more like a family than anything else! During my time there as a student, I felt so supported to be the best I could. Now, as I am apart of the staff, I feel empowered to carry out what I felt back when I attended!
Favorite Vacation Spot	Colorado (the skiing is wonderful!)
Who is in your Family	I have 4 older siblings, and they're all married, and have families of their own, bringing our total immediate family count to 16!
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	"Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things" 1st Corinthians 13:7