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Chad Harville
Principal
I am here at Eden Grove Academy because this is where God has led me and I could not be content anywhere else. My goals as an educator are to establish a school environment and build relationships with students that will allow them to discover who they are and reach their greatest potential for Christ. I think this philosophy is summed up in one of my favorite bible verses. Philippians 3:14 says, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Jesus Christ.
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Connie PushKar
Administrative Assistant
I have been married for 51 years and my husband and I have a son and daughter. We also have one grandchild. I retired from Public School in 2000 and came to Eden Grove Academy to work with Mr. Myers. I have worked for Mr. Myers for a long time and always enjoyed my working year with him. The following is a prayer that I read everyday. You go nowhere by accident. Wherever you go, God is sending you. Wherever you are, God has put you there. God has a purpose in you being there. Christ, who dwells in you, has something he wants to do through you, where you are. Believe this, and go in his grace, and love, and power. Amen. Rev. Richard Halverson, Late Senate Chaplain
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Qiana Walker
Pre-Kindergarten
My name is Ms. Qiana Walker and i have been workin at Eden Grove for 3yrs. I am in training in the Pre-K classroom. I've also worked in Kindergarten and in the First grade classroom as well. I attend Penn Foster College to earn a degree in Early Childhood Education. Its been a blessing working at Eden Grove Academy!
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Audrey Turner-Berry
Pre-Kindergarten
I became a teacher more than thirty-five years ago. I desired to make a lasting impact on the lives of children. I believe that enabling children to grow and learn through new and creative processes will help to shape their thinking and stretch them beyond any of life’s limitations. In the words of Albert Einstein “It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” I know that I have successfully made a difference when parents express how much their child has grown in knowledge and creative expression. I am so blessed to be able to deposit a wealth of information that extends beyond the classroom.
What I enjoy about teaching is seeing the spark in a child’s eye when he or she has discovered something new. I am inspired by the minds of young children as they seek to learn different ways of understanding the world. There are always challenges but nothing can compare to the joy and fulfillment I receive when a new concept has been grasped or a new way of thinking has emerged. I feel extremely fortunate to be a part of a profession that molds, shapes, and encourages young minds to create.
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Anna Mingie
Kindergarten
I became involved at Eden Grove Academy as a parent in 1992 and as a teacher since 2000. The wonder of Eden Grove Academy for me is the joining of spiritual infusion with academic instruction. This is my reason for choosing to teach at Eden Grove. I am married to Richard Mingie and we have two children, Zachary and Melissa, both of whom are successful graduates of Eden Grove. I also have three grown stepsons. Eden Grove has blessed my family as I am certain it will bless each family who supports its vision for our children’s future: Academic excellence in a Christ-centered environment.
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Robin Adams
First Grade
I have a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Educations from Northern Kentucky University. I have ten years of teaching experience, all in either kindergarten, first grade or third grade. I consider it an honor and a privilege to teach young children, especially in a Christian environment like Eden Grove Academy.
My family consists of my husband, three teenage boys and our dog Casey. We live in Fort Thomas, KY where I enjoy watching and supporting my boys in all their many activities. As a family we enjoy church youth activities, camping and eating out.
I have often wondered how God would use my gifts and talents. I believe that He has been preparing me for teaching children not just how to read, write, add and subtract, but how to learn about Him and the love He has for each and every one of them.
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Arlenea Davidson
Second Grade
I find great joy in helping to lay the best positive foundation for each student to learn and grow to the highest potential of their ability. Each student is a precious jewel waiting to be polished and prepared for their special place in this world. I am so blessed to have the privilege of teaching these gems. I have two grown children. My son is a composer and concert pianist. My lovely daughter has our only three grandchildren: Roxanne 18, Jacob 13, and Shelly 12. We are American Indian, and enjoy gathering with our people to keep our culture together and encourage one another.
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Kerri Gutekunst
Third Grade
I am extremely excited to have the opportunity to teach third grade at Eden Grove Academy. I earned a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education form the College of Mount Saint Joseph and recently completed graduate classes to earn a second license as an Intervention Specialist. It is a true blessing to teach in a school where I can help students grow academically, socially, and spiritually. My time outside of the classroom is spent with my husband, Mark, and our young sons, Nick and Josh.
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Chuck Clark
Fourth Grade
My wife Valerie and I met and married in Flint, MI. We both were raised on farms. When we met we were Christians and we went to church at the Church of Christ and Christian Union (3CU). We sang in a family group for a number of years and made two records and traveled throughout the eastern U.S. and Canada. We then went to college and I received a bachelors degree in Teaching and Bible. After college we worked for the Salvation Army running a community center and youth programs. After our daughter was married we moved to Cincinnati and became members of the Pillar Community Chapel. Now I enjoy teaching and preaching at Eden Grove. The Lord had led us to a wonderful place. Our favorite verse is Psalm 139:14 I praise you because you made me in an amazing and wonderful way. Val and I have one daughter Melissa and she is married to Brad Snyder. Their two children are Christopher, 6, and Steven, 4. Throughout our Christian life we have always wanted to be in the middle of where God is moving. We have found God moving in a mighty way here and count our blessings for being part of it.
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