St. Joseph School, Redding, CA

Faculty

Josh Schwerdt

Principal

Jeny Askeland

Office Manager

Christelle Bellingan

Bookkeeper

Lindy Mangas

Transitional Kindergarten

Patty Jasperse

Transitional Kindergarten Aide

Natasha Ramirez

Kindergarten

Dani Fountaine

Kindergarten Aide/ Custodian

Judy Schwerdt

First Grade

Christa Lemos

Co 1st Grade Teacher/ Agriculture Director

Nadia Jimenez

Second Grade

Madison Styers

Third Grade

Paula Cherveny

Fourth Grade

Claudine Palmer

Junior High

Rorry Cowdin

Junior High/Music Teacher

Amber Falcon

Junior High

Carol Koppes

Junior High

LeeAnne Hall

EAS Teacher

Jessica Damalerio

Music Teacher

Elizabeth McClellan

Art Teacher

Diocese of Sacramento Administration

Katie Perata

Executive Director & Superintendent

Tosha Tillotson

Associate Superintendent/Regional Director

NVCA Office

Bill Koppes

NVCA President

Amber Kelley

Advancement 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	Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Animal Science
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	Oahu, Hawaii
Who is in your Family	My mother Melissa Lemos, my father Michael Lemos, who are involved in Saint Joseph Church and my sister Corynn Lemos who is also a Saint Joseph Alumni
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	Woman of God - strength, honor, wisdom, kindness." - Proverb 31. It is my favorite because it reminds me how capable I am, especially in God's eyes.

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	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	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	UNAM (National University Mex.) English Lit
Favorite Part of Saint Joseph School	The community
Favorite Vacation Spot	The Mayan Riviera
Who is in your Family	My husband of 23 years, Richard. Oldest son- Anthony (22 years), Andy (17), Ada (15) and Abigail (9). Biggest blessing in my life.
Most Impactful Bible Verse or Virtue	"The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are good, your whole body will be full of light" (Matthew 6:22) The world we see we interpret, and we need God to be able to have the right filter.

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 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	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	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	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	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