Our teachers not only have personal and professional experience in education, they have a love of Christ and a goal of preparing your child to be a life-long learner. Small class sizes enable educators to know your child and how he or she learns best.
Cathie Lucarelli
Interim Director
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CATHIE LUCARELLI - INTERIM DIRECTOR
flschool@fairlawnlutheran.org Cathie Lucarelli received a bachelor's degree in Education from Concordia University in Chicago and her Master's degree from Baldwin Wallace University. She has worked in Lutheran schools her whole career - she has taught preschool, kindergarten, 7th grade, 8th grade, and has served as elementary school principal and ECC Director. |
Mary Hoolihan
Twos Teacher
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MARY HOOLIHAN - TWOS LEAD TEACHER
mary.h@fairlawnlutheran.org Mary Hoolihan is a graduate of Revere High School. She earned her bachelor's degree at Miami University and her master's degree at Walden University. She began her teaching career at Copley-Fairlawn City Schools where she worked as a special education tutor and a classroom teacher in both third and fourth grades. Her children attended Fairlawn Lutheran School and have thoroughly enjoyed their experiences here, which is why she decided to re-enter the teaching field as a preschool teacher after being a stay-at-home mom. |
Danielle Hale
Threes Teacher
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DANIELLE HALE - THREES LEAD TEACHER
danielle.h@fairlawnlutheran.org Danielle Hale has a Master’s degree from Walden University in Early Childhood Studies, and a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Ohio University. She started teaching at Fairlawn Lutheran as an assistant teacher and then as a lead teacher. |
Mary Beth Kalal
Threes Assistant
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MARY BETH KALAL - THREES ASSISTANT
Mary Beth Kalal attended The University of Akron and The Nannies of Cleveland School. She has cared for many children over the years. Her college-aged children attended Fairlawn Lutheran School and she’s happy to be back. |
Joan Hall, Fours A Lead Teacher
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JOANIE HALL - FOURS A LEAD TEACHER
joanie.h@fairlawnlutheran.org Joanie Hall is a graduate of Kent State University with degrees in Science, Art, and Architecture. She is currently finishing her Child Development Associate Certificate (CDA). She has been a preschool teacher for more than nine years as well as a private art tutor and junior high rocket coach. |
Lauren Siess, Fours A Assistant
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LAUREN SIESS - FOURS A ASSISTANT
Lauren Siess graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelors Degree in Child and Family Community Services. She is actively involved in her church's Christian Education Board, and has spent the last twelve years as a stay-at-home Mom to her four children (all of whom have attended Fairlawn Lutheran for preschool). |
Kristina Walker, Fours B Teacher
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KRISTINA WALKER - FOURS B LEAD TEACHER
kristina.w@fairlawnlutheran.org Kristina Walker earned her Bachelors and Masters degrees from Youngstown State University, specializing in Elementary Education and Reading. She has been a teacher for more than 12 years with experience teaching K-8 and pre-K. She taught in the Diocese of Youngstown, and has also served as a nanny, stay-at-home mom, and president/director of a co-op preschool. |
Barbara Chastain, Fours B Assistant
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BARBARA CHASTAIN - FOURS B ASSISTANT
Barbara Chastain graduated from John Carroll University with a Bachelor of Arts degree and a faith- based education. Barbara has been a stay-at-home Mom, served as a Liturgy of The Word Ministry Leader at church, and served in many volunteer roles. Most recently, Barbara worked as a playground monitor at St. Hilary Elementary School and is Virtus trained. |
Janet Scott
Fours C Teacher
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JANET SCOTT - FOURS C LEAD TEACHER
janet.s@fairlawnlutheran.org Janet Scott earned her Bachelor's degree in Special Education from Hope College specializing in Learning Disabilities. She has taught in self-contained Learning Disabilities classrooms as well as regular education elementary classrooms. |
Ann Communale, Fours C Assistant
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ANN COMMUNALE - FOURS C ASSISTANT
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Kelly Vitrano
Fives A Teacher
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KELLY VITRANO - FIVES A LEAD TEACHER
kelly.v@fairlawnlutheran.org Kelly Vitrano graduated from the University of Akron with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education. She has teaching experience in both the Copley-Fairlawn and Revere school districts. She began teaching preschool in 2002 and is also focused on serving in student ministries at church. |
Beth Cook, Fives A Assistant
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BETH COOK - FIVES A ASSISTANT
Beth Cook has had experience working as a room mom for her own children, teaching Sunday School, working at Bible camps, and serving as a substitute teacher. She has also helped with the Fairlawn Lutheran enrichment After Care programs. |
Amber Luptak
Fives B Teacher
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AMBER LUPTAK - FIVES B LEAD TEACHER
amber.l@fairlawnlutheran.org Amber Luptak earned Bachelor's degree and her Master's degree in Family Life Ministry from Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska. She served as the Director of Christian Education at Tallmadge Lutheran Church and has taught a wide range of ages about the love of Jesus in a variety of settings over the past 20+ years. She is a member of Fairlawn Lutheran Church. |
Ramona Akl, Fives B Assistant
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RAMONA AKL - FIVES B ASSISTANT
Ramona Akl has a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and has worked for DHL, an international company, as head of the accounting department. Ramona speaks three languages. She has most recently been a stay-at-home mom and enjoys her volunteer work at church. |
Christi Meyer
Kindergarten Teacher
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CHRISTI MEYER - KINDERGARTEN LEAD TEACHER
christi.m@fairlawnlutheran.org Christi Meyer earned her Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and her Master's degree in Literacy from the University of Akron. She has taught at St. Mark Lutheran School in Brunswick, and prior to that, with Medina City Schools, teaching second grade. |
Sandy Padgett, After Care Teacher
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SANDY PADGETT - AFTER CARE TEACHER
Sandy Padgett earned a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Indiana University, and a RN Associate Degree from Walsh University. Her grandson recently graduated from Fairlawn Lutheran School. |
Parent perspective:
"The thing we have been most impressed with is the way our children grew spiritually. The Bible stories they would come home telling us in great detail amazed us. They loved all the ways the staff brought Jesus' teachings to a level they could understand and even participate in through song or some other format.” - Maria and Ben
"The thing we have been most impressed with is the way our children grew spiritually. The Bible stories they would come home telling us in great detail amazed us. They loved all the ways the staff brought Jesus' teachings to a level they could understand and even participate in through song or some other format.” - Maria and Ben