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Meet the Minister of Education and Grades 5-8th Champion of Student Success

Jackie Gonzalez

25 years working in Christian Education

Grades 5th-8th

My passions include:

I am passionate about summer break. It gives me time to rest and rejuvenate of the next year. It also gives me the chance to plan and think about how to do a better job and be a better teacher for the next year.

Meet the Minister of Education and Grades 5-8th Champion of Student Success

Why did you choose to work
in Christian education?

That wasn’t the original plan but God made it clear by opening all the doors without me doing anything.

"Somethings" that most people do not know about you.

I am a hammock enthusiast and own about 10! I fostered a little girl for about 6 months until she was adopted.

When you get to heaven, what question would you like to ask God or what would you like to hear God say to you?

Are Guardian Angels recycled throughout history or do they retire?

Grades 1st-4th CHAMPION OF STUDENT SUCCESS

Crystal Seltmann

23 Years Working in Christian Education

Grades 1ˢᵗ - 4ᵗʰ

My passions include:

I am passionate about Christian Education and working with kids. I love to watch them grow and learn more every day. I love art, music, and taking pictures. I enjoy spending time with my three children and watching my girls do gymnastics.

Grades 1st-4th CHAMPION OF STUDENT SUCCESS

Why did you choose to work
in Christian education?

I wanted to help children develop a love for Jesus.

"Somethings" that most people do not know about you.

I grew up in foster care. I used to be a runner and loved sports. I ran a total of 100 Miles during my seventh grade school year.

When you get to heaven, what question would you like to ask God or what would you like to hear God say to you?

I am just anxious to sit by Jesus side and Jesus personally tell stories from the Bible and what life was like for him growing up. I also want to tell him thank you for everything that he has done in my life.

DIRECTOR OF 1ST IMPRESSION & REGISTRAR

Libby Swistek

4 Years in Christian Education

My passions include:

I am passionate about my family and spending quality time with them. I am also passionate about exercise and staying active through outdoor activities. I am passionate about traveling and experiencing new places.

DIRECTOR OF 1ST IMPRESSION & REGISTRAR

Why did you choose to work
in Christian education?

I wanted to be able to work and still get to be with my kids at the same time.

"Somethings" that most people do not know about you.

1) I did not grow up Adventist. 2) My husband and I first met at this Christian school and later became high school sweethearts.

When you get to heaven, what question would you like to ask God or what would you like to hear God say to you?

I would like to ask God for a hug and ask him about all the things I did not understand here on Earth.

PreK/K CHAMPION OF STUDENT SUCCESS

Ginny Perez

5 Years in Christian Education

Grades PreK-K

I have passionately worked educating children in various roles since I was 18 years old.

My passions include:

I have always been passionate about young people, children. They need people to advocate for them and love them for who they are.

PreK/K CHAMPION OF STUDENT SUCCESS

Why did you choose to work
in Christian education?

So I can show young people that Christ does exist.

"Somethings" that most people do not know about you.

I used to catch rattlesnakes with my hands when I was a teenager. I currently have 4 jobs that I work with children.

When you get to heaven, what question would you like to ask God or what would you like to hear God say to you?

I would love to hear God say WELCOME HOME.

If you had a superpower, what would it be?

To be invisible

Schedule your
free education conversation

Get personalized guidance and answers to help you make the best decision for your child’s future.

We invite you to schedule a FREE personalized Education Conversation with Principal Jackie Gonzalez.

This meeting is an opportunity to ask questions and learn about the CCS program. It will focus on your aspirations and goals for your child(ren), academic preparation, planning for future choices, as well as faith and Christian leadership development.

This personalized meeting is to activaly angage and support you as parents in making the best educational choice for your student