Board of Trustees

• Board President, Terence Cuneo (Calvin College)
• Vice President, Doug Poortenga (Progressive Technologies)
• Secretary, Robert Lough (Micro Visions Inc.)
• Treasurer Tom Seven (Seven's Paint & Wallpaper Company)
• Trustee, Jennifer Hascall (Hascall Steel Company Inc.)
• Trustee, John Weeber (Facilities Resource Group)

Kindergarten Teacher/Administrative Assistant

Joanna Seeber (Purdue)

Joanna has fourteen years' experience working in children's ministry and education, teaching young children and designing curriculum. In addition to her pedagogical experience, Joanna has considerable experience in the business world, having honed her organizational skills as a general manager at a local business. These many talents, together with a background in classical education and her warm and welcoming personality, enrich the lives of our students and institution.

1st/2nd Grade Teacher

Susan Mehari (B.A. Hillsdale College)

Both a National Merit Scholar and honors student at Hillsdale, Susie majored in history and minored in Spanish. Classically educated herself, Susie is a teacher who has both an excellent rapport with children and extensive knowledge of classical education. Susie is an invaluable member of the Trinitas community, as she brings a wealth of ideas, energy, and educational expertise to our school.

3rd/4th Grade Teacher

Patricia Soddy (B.A., Cornerstone University, Grand Rapids, Michigan; M.A. Elementary Education, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Michigan)

Recognized by her students and colleagues as an engaging and energetic teacher, Pat has an extensive background in classical education, having taught previously at two classical schools. Pat's strengths in the classroom are many. She is, however, particularly well-known for her creative, activity-based science experiments and fieldtrips. In her spare time. Pat enjoyes participating in Civil War re-enactments. Trinitas is grateful to have such an experienced and respected teacher on its faculty.

Fifth/Sixth Grade Teacher and Headmaster

Peter Marth (B.A., Concordia College , Ann Arbor , Michigan ; M. Div., Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne , Indianna)

Most recently, Peter was senior pastor of St. Peter Lutheran Church in Hilbert, Wisconsin. In addition to his pastoral responsibilities, Peter taught 5th and 6th grade at St. Peter's Lutheran school, where he designed and implemented a classically-based religion curriculum. Peter has also taught Greek at Concordia College and 7th and 8th grade at Zion Lutheran Academy, a classical school. Peter brings to Trinitas a rare blend of administrative, pastoral, and academic experience in a classical setting. He has an excellent rapport with students, teachers, and parents alike. We are delighted to have a man of so many talents with us.

Part-time Teachers

Kari Cuneo, Physical Education (B.A., University of San Francisco)

A four-sport letterperson at the University of San Francisco (cross country, tennis, soccer, basketball), Kari is one of the most decorated athletes in the history of USF. In recognition of her accomplishments, Kari was recently inducted into the USF Athletic Hall of Fame and was honored by USF as one of the 75 "Legends of the Hill." Both an avid triathlete and a mother of four, Kari enjoys teaching the Trinitas students how to become skilled athletes and exhibit excellent sportsmanship.

Krista Krygsman, Art (B.A., Calvin College)

Krista is a very accomplished and versatile artist, who works in mediums such as oils, ceramics, graphic design, and photography. In addition, she has a rich background in both art history and art education. Such breadth of talent and experience is not common and, so, we count ourselves blessed at Trinitas to have such a promising and enthusiastic artist and educator introducing our students to the world of art.

Amy Karel, Music (B.A., Calvin College)

A trained music educator and teacher, Amy brings both experience and energy to the classroom. Under Amy's able direction, our students learn about the history of music, music appreciation, and music performance. With her considerable musical skills and wealth of ideas, Amy also helps us to integrate music into the ordinary day at Trinitas.

Patrick Post, Logic and Literature (B.A., Calvin College)

Patrick is one of our most experienced and versatile teachers. With ten years' teaching experience in a classical setting, a passion for good books that is contagious, and a background in mathematics and engineering, Patrick teaches literature and logic at Trinitas. Much beloved by his students, Patrick brings to the classroom a remarkable ability to both connect with and inspire those he teaches. He has an excellent rapport with teachers, students, and parents alike.