Special Classes: Art, Music, Band and Physical Education
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Physical Education Biography:
Hello, my name is Keri Spahn and I am the physical education (PE) teacher at Saint Wendel. This is my twenty-seventh year of teaching in the diocese and my eighth year at Saint Wendel. I am married to Steve Spahn and we have four daughters. Three of our daughters are graduates of Saint Wendel, Mater Dei and the University of Southern Indiana, and our fourth daughter is a seventh grader at Saint Wendel. I am also the Saint Wendel 7th & 8th grade volleyball coach and the Mater Dei Volleyball Feeder League Coordinator. I have a passion for physical activity. I like to run and keep myself as active as possible. I try to instill my love for physical activity into my students. I want them to enjoy being physically active and also understand the importance of staying active throughout their lives. In PE we work on a variety of skills and sports ranging from basic locomotor skills, jump rope, and hula hoop all the way to sports such as lacrosse, volleyball and pickleball. |
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Music Teacher Biography:
Hello Wonderful Humans! My name is Brittany Buttrum and I am the K-8 Music Teacher at Saint Wendel! I also direct the grade school & middle school choir and the 3rd - 5th grade drama club. This is my fourth year teaching music and my second year teaching music at Saint Wendel. I am so so so passionate about music and I am at my HAPPIEST when I get to share that passion with young minds. I currently live in Elberfeld, IN with my dog and husband, but I'm originally from Boonville, IN. Go Pioneers! In my free time, I love to hang out with my family & friends, read fantasy novels, play my instruments (saxophone is my fav), and watch the same shows over and over again. I cannot wait to spend this year with your tiny humans! |
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Band Teacher Biography:
Hello! My name is Luke Robertson. I was recently hired by Mater Dei to be a new Junior High Band teacher for the 2024-2025 school year, and I’m super excited that my teaching rotation includes St. Wendel! This will be my first year of teaching after graduating from UE with my degree in Music Education. |
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Art Teacher Biography:
My name is David Shreve and I have 18 years of teaching experience in the Louisville, KY area. I graduated from Boonville High School and then pursued my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Southern Indiana. Upon graduation, I moved to the Louisville, KY area. I have been lucky enough to have had experience in many grade levels and taught at the same school for my entire teaching career. I have experience in second and third grade math/science, fifth grade (all subjects), as well as gym, art, and music for all students. I am looking very forward to the start of the new school year, getting to know each student, and being a supportive resource to you at any time. |
Resource/Inclusion Education Program
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Teacher Biography:
Hi everyone! My name is Mrs. Jessica Hames. This will be my 10th year teaching special education in the diocese and my first year at Saint Wendel. I live in Wadesville with my husband, Caleb, and my daughter, Kennedy. We are parishioners at Saint Wendel and Kennedy will be attending preschool here as well. In my free time, I love reading, being outside, and spending time with family and friends. I love teaching special education and working with students of all ages. Being able to help students grow and thrive to their fullest potential is the best feeling. I’m very excited to become a part of this community and can’t wait to make new memories with students and families! |
