Grades 5-8
Lidia Sobor
(ELA, Social Studies, STEAM Lab)
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: As teachers we are sowing seeds and forming the future leaders of this world, and my vision is to discover and build upon each child’s strength through the harmonious development of the intellectual, spiritual, and physical powers.
As a teacher, I am aiming to prepare my students for a rapidly changing world by equipping them with critical thinking skills, and respect for core values of honesty, loyalty, compassion and integrity. I believe it is my task to educate my students to become responsible, literate, thinking and contributing members of society.
Doug Gaylor
(Math, Science, Yearbook)
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY: As you look at our world, we can see the amazing creativity and structure that God has used. Math and science help us understand the organization and framework. Our faith is a bridge that connects us to the creator of the universe and its wonderful workings.
The Bible shares a glimpse of God’s amazing plan in several places:
“The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.” - Psalm 19:1
“For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together” - Colossians 1:16, 17
Psalm 8 gives glory to God and reminds us to contemplate God the creator: “When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have set in place, what is man that you are mindful of him, the son of man that you care for him?”
James Ramirez
(PE)
Mr. Ramirez has been an important part of our ECA community for several years. Currently, Mr. Ramirez works as a Bible worker for the Storyline SDA Church and works with our students in grades 5-8 PE.
Wyatt Johnston
(AG Program)
Agnes Vojtko
(Music)
Dr. Vojtko joins us after experiencing a wealth of music all over the world. She is an accomplished mezzo-soprano. Her experience in international music performances, competitions, coaching, and teaching is an exciting addition to our school’s program. Her experience and passion for music encompasses a diversity of programs ranging from PreK - College.
