Daniel Sievert: Principal

Daniel Sievert graduated with a secondary education degree in Music and Physical Education from Concordia University, Seward, Nebraska in 1994.  He taught seven years at Lutheran High School North in Macomb, Michigan while earning a graduate degree in Educational Leadership from Saginaw Valley State University.  After serving as principal for five years at Sioux Valley Lutheran High School in Lakefield, Minnesota, Daniel took the call in 2006 to be principal of Trinity Lutheran High School.

Daniel is married and has two children.  His wife, Amy, also graduated from Concordia, Seward, teaching six years in Lutheran elementary schools.  She now serves as full-time mom for their son, Nathan, and daughter Holly.  The Sieverts are members of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour.

 

Michael Bridges: Development Director

Michael Bridges was called to Trinity Lutheran High School, starting August 1, 2005, as their Director of Development.  Mike earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theology, a Minor in Psychology, and a DCE Certification from Concordia University, Seward, Nebraska, 1992.  Prior to his arrival at TLHS, Michael served as an Advancement Officer for Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, IN., and at two LCMS congregations as their DCE; Gloria Christi Lutheran Church in Greeley, CO, and Messiah Lutheran Church in Holt, MI.  Michael and his wife, Mary are the parents of three grown children, Michelle Bauman in Columbus, IN, Mark Bridges in Harrisburg, SD, and Matthew Bridges in Greeley, CO.

John Anderson: Social Studies, National Honor Society

John Anderson is a graduate of Concordia Teacher's College, Seward, Nebraska.  He has a Masters degree in American history from the University of Nebraska.  He has taught at Lutheran schools in North Miami, Florida, and Clarinda, Iowa.  He is a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Seymour.

 

Michelle Bauman: English, Drama, Recruitment Coordinator

Michelle Bauman is a 1998 graduate of Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education with a concentration in the Language Arts field.  She taught English for four years in Fort Wayne, Indiana, before joining Trinity’s staff and now lives in Columbus with her husband and two sons.

 

Don Brown: Art, Chemistry, Technology

Don Brown earned a B.A. in Secondary Art Education and chemistry in 1997 from Concordia University in River Forest, Illinois.  He received his M.S. degree from Indiana University in Secondary Education with specialties in visual arts and school administration.  Don taught art and chemistry in the Detroit area for five years before joining Trinity's staff.  He, along with his wife, Melissa, son, Ryan, and daughter, Lauren, are members of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour.

 

Larry Cooper: Guidance Counselor

Larry graduated from Butler University in 1968 with a B.S. in Secondary Education and teaching endorsements in business education, physical education, health, and driver education.  He received his M.S. in Secondary Education in 1971 from Indiana University.  Larry has life licenses in counseling and guidance.  Larry has 37 years of experience, serving as a counselor at Seymour High School for 27 years.  He and his wife, Marilyn, have two children, Scott and Stephanie.

 

Kathy Ellis: English, Inkwell

Kathy Ellis is a graduate of Murray State University with a B.S. in Speech/Theater and a minor in English, and she received her M.A. degree from Ball State University in Secondary Education with a specialty in English.  Kathy has taught for 12 years at the high school and college level.  She is married to David Ellis and they have two sons, Ben and Jacob.  Their home is located next to the Hoosier National Forest outside of Freetown.  Kathy is an active member of the Brownstown Presbyterian Church.

 

Beverly Rascoe: Business

Beverly Rascoe is a graduate of Indiana University, Bloomington with a B.S. and M.S. in Secondary Education majoring in business education.  She taught business subjects at Jennings County High School for several years and currently is an instructor in Office/Administration Division at Ivy Tech, Columbus.  She and her husband, Raymond, have three children.  She is a member of Reddington Christian Church.

 

Leah Schneider: Instrumental and Vocal Music, Drama

Leah Schneider received a Bachelor of Music Education in 1981 and a Master of Music Education in 1984 from Indiana University, Bloomington.  She has 12 years of teaching experience in public school systems in Indiana in addition to her parochial school teaching experience.  Leah and her husband, Gary, have three children: Layna, Ryan, and Lexi.  They are members of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Seymour.

 
Steve Schrink: Biology

Steve Schrink is a 1970 graduate of the University of Indianapolis.  He received his Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and Biology, 9-12.  He received his Master’s degree from Indiana University.  He has taught Advanced Biology, AP Biology, Medical Terminology, Anatomy, Physical Education, and Driver’s Education for 38 years at Brownstown Central High School, where he also served as the head of the science department.  He coached football and basketball, and was head baseball coach for 30 years.  He and his wife Jeanne have three children – Ryan, Stephanie (Weber), and Rachel.  Steve and Jeanne are members of Seymour Christian Church.

 

Bryan Schroer: Agriculture, FFA

Bryan is a 1983 graduate of Purdue University with a degree in Agriculture Education. After graduation, Bryan worked at the Bartholomew County Extension Office as an Extension Program Assistant along with farming 500 acres. Since 1993 Bryan has been a Real Estate Appraiser with Pieper Real Estate in Columbus. He continues to farm 400 acres and lives on the family farm in southern Bartholomew County. Bryan and his wife, Linda, have two children Abby and Tom. They are members of St. John Lutheran Church in White Creek.

Rev. Arthur Schwenk: Chaplain, Theology, German

Rev. Arthur Schwenk graduated from Concordia Theological Seminary in 2005 with a Masters degree in theology and was ordained in 2006.  He graduated from Ball State University with B.A.Ed. and Master of Arts degrees in German and psychology, and taught in the public school systems in Rochester, IN, and Columbus, IN, for 34 years.  He has three adult children, lives on a farm near Hope, and attends St. Paul Lutheran Church in Columbus.

Renee Scoville: Health, P.E.

Renee Scoville is a 1999 graduate of Hope College in Holland, Michigan.  She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education, K-12, and Social Studies, 6-12.  She previously taught seven years of middle school physical education in Stockbridge, MI, while earning a master’s degree in sports administration from Michigan State University.  Renee will be teaching P.E. and Health at both Trinity and Immanuel Lutheran School in Seymour.  She is also the varsity girl’s basketball coach for Trinity Lutheran High School.  Renee was married recently and resides with her husband, J.D, in Seymour.

 
Jon Sprengel: Mathematics, Physics, Athletic Director

Jon is a 2002 graduate of Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska.  He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education with endorsements in Math and Physics.  He previously spent three years teaching math and serving as athletic director at Lutheran High School Bloomington, Minnesota.  Jon and his wife, Samantha, have a daughter, Madelyn, born last May.  They currently reside in Seymour.

 
Jackie Stuckwisch: Mathematics

Jackie is a graduate of Indiana University. She holds a degree in Secondary Mathematics Education. Her previous teaching experience includes 5 years at Heritage Hills High School and 5 semesters at Trinity Lutheran School in Darmstadt, Indiana. She has also completed her course work for the Mequon colloquy program and is anticipating being a rostered teacher for the LC-MS. She and her husband are blessed with four children; Daniel, Sarah, Leah, and Matthew.

 

  

Lindsey Trah: Spanish, Student Government, Dance Committee, Yearbook

Lindsey Trah is a 2005 graduate of Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education with concentrations in Spanish and History.  She resides in Seymour and attends Zion Lutheran Church.

Mark Luedeman: Maintenance Director

Mark comes to Trinity with a background in farming, construction, and supervision.  Mark is a graduate of Crothersville High School.  He and his wife, Linda, reside south of Seymour and attend Seymour Christian Church.  Mark and Linda have six children, eight grandchildren, and a pug puppy named Cleo.

 

  

Kathy Overgaard: Administrative Assistant

Kathy Overgaard was born in Wisconsin.  She served as secretary at St. Paul Lutheran School in Flint, Michigan for 17 years.  Kathy and her husband, Kim, have one son, Nickolas, and live in Brownstown.  They attend Trinity Lutheran Church in Vallonia.