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Mrs Darlien France 
Office Manager

     Darlien is a native Oregonian.  She received her Bachelor's degree from E.O.U. in 2002. She's married and has raised her boys and is now enjoying her grandchildren.  "It's a special joy to have my granddaughter at Sonrise where she is learning God's Word in the safety of His arm," says Darlien.
     "I truly believe in Christian Education and I pray daily for parents wanting this foundation for their children."
     She has been on the Board of Sonrise Academy since 1999 and the Secretary for the last nine years.

     Joshua 1:9  Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.

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Ms Jeannie Justice Elementary
(Grades 3-5)

     Jeannie is a native from New York State where she attended Roberts Wesleyan College and State University of NY.  With 34 years in Christian Education, she has served 18 years as a college librarian, 3 1/3 years in Special Education and 13 years at Sonrise Academy.

     "There's so much I love about teaching at Sonrise: encouraging students to memorize God's Word and use it for direction in their lives, teaching about Christian heroes as inspirational models, freedom to pray and talk about God throughout the day, using curriculum with clear training in truth and Christian perspective - particularly history and science."


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Mr Scott Winters
Administrator &
Middle School Teacher 
(Grades 6-8)

     Scott has over thirty years of teaching and administrating experience in Christian Schools. He has been with Sonrise going on four years now and has lived in the Mid-Columbia area since 1985.

    He says "I love Jesus Christ. I love to teach.  Sonrise Academy gives me the perfect setting to express both of these in combination with a great curriculum and and excellent staff."
     
     Luke 9:23-24 ~ Than He said to them all, "If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me.
For whoever desires to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will save it."

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Miss Joyce Lee 
Primary
(Grades K-2)

      Joyce is licensed to teach in both New York State and Oregon.
     After 36 years in public education with special training in developmental assessment, Math and Reading, she has been delighted to teach at Sonrise for the last nine years where she can address the needs of the whole child - to help them "increase in wisdon, stature, and favor with God and man."

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Mrs Lorraine Nelson   Monitor/Aide

     Lorraine began homeschooling her children 25 years ago in California.  She's continued homeschooling off and on since.  She was certified through Christian Light Education.
     She has been working for Sonrise going on five years.  With the exception of her various duties, she also assists in the Middle & High school classes.

     Proverbs 3:5-6  Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.


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Mr Hal Ueland 
High Scool
(Grades 9-12)

     Hal taught math & science for 2 years in Washington directly out of college, then returned to school to obtain an engineering degree, working for the next 15 years as a field and sales engineer. For the last 15 years he has returned to doing what he enjoys most – teaching kids. “I love the kids, the families, the staff, everybody I get to work with at Sonrise,” Hal says. “What a great place this is to work as well as to seek to bring glory to our Lord.”  
    
     Hal came to know the Lord at the relatively late age of 33 through the grace of God, the prayers of his wife and the angelic ministry of his infant son Brett. 
    
     One of his favorite portions of scripture is Psalm 139...O Lord, You have searched me and known me...

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Mrs Shelly Lovett 
Preschool
(Ages 3-5)
     Shelly has worked with children in Head Start, in Elementary schools and in childrens ministries for over 15 years. 
     She attended Blue Mountain Community College and says "I have always known that I would become a teacher."  She is currently also on the children's ministry team with First Christian Church.

     "I love Sonrise Academy and I believe that the most important thing in the world is Love (1 Cor. 13:13), what better way to show the children then through the wonderous works of Jesus. We teach fundamentals just like the other schools PLUS; All about our amazing God. I enjoy being a part of helping children become little disciples."

PRESCHOOL PROMISES


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We have an experienced and dedicated group of the School Board, Teachers and Administrators.

Each teacher creates a supportive and challenging classroom atmosphere which encourages student participation.