Our Preschool Director

Mrs. Brooke De Anda is a Bethlehem Lutheran parent and current member of Bethlehem Lutheran church. She has a double major in Elementary and Secondary Education (Spanish). She began her teaching career in the WELS high schools teaching Spanish. Her love of children has grown from raising her own 4 (about to be 5!) young kiddos that she currently homeschools. Brooke and her husband have been residents of Richland Center since the launch of Bethlehem Lutheran Academy in 2020 and are passionate about its mission and service to the community. Her faith is a big influence in her life, guiding the beginning of her working career as an Army Religious Affairs Specialist to teaching in the Lutheran Schools of the Wisconsin Synod. When not busy with work and school, Brooke loves to train for races, read, and camp with her family. Brooke and her husband Angel will be celebrating 10 years of marriage this December.

Part-time Teacher

Miss Katherine has resided in Gillingham for 8 years. She is the mother of 2 adult daughters. Currently, she is the Clerk for the Town of Marshall and a Substitute Teacher for Ithaca School District. On Sundays, she teaches the Children's Sunday School class at her church. Katherine has over 15 years of experience working with children in church, school, and 4-H settings. Some of her pastimes include gardening, hiking, reading, and building puzzles, as well as spending time with her family. She has an AS degree in Interior Design and is a US Navy Veteran.

Our staff’s part-time classroom teacher. Miss Anna is a great addition to our staff. She brings with her an education and awesome kindness. She is working toward becoming a full-time lead in our school. Miss Anna has been a resident of the Richland County community for eight years. She holds an associate degree in Early Childhood Education from SWTC and is dedicated to making a career in the field. Passionate about working with children, Miss Anna has experience in both childcare and school district 4K programs. She loves connecting with children through activities and sharing the joy of Storytime. When not in the classroom, Miss Anna can take photos in nature or cuddle with her pet cats.

Miss Emmi is our full-time classroom teacher. She is a lifetime area resident who hopes to make early childhood education her career. She loves fishing and hanging out with her friends and family. The kiddos and Miss Emmi love dancing and reading stories. Miss Emmi is a very professional member of our staff who daily helps teach our students about manners and respect.

New staff member Olivia Rodriguez-Golner. I’m a new area resident. I’m usually on the farm when I’m not at work! I have seen many years of WELS schooling both as a student and as a volunteer throughout high school and college and I’m very excited to be apart of another one! I get my passion for the littles from my 2 adorable little siblings. Im excited to learn more about the Pre-K students through full time working with them, time spent playing with them, and time in the books furthering my knowledge about early childhood education! My favorite things: My Faith My Family Baby calves Photography Volunteering for Agricultural Organizations