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Judy joined the Collegium faculty in 2020, and currently teaches G1 (2nd grade.) She graduated from The King’s College in New York with a Bachelor of Science in elementary education and a minor in music. Judy has lived in Colorado Springs for 29 years, where she raised and homeschooled her four children. When not in the classroom, Judy can usually be found giving piano lessons, working in her garden, or playing with her grandbaby.

“Yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary.” Isaiah 40:31

Jenny Ginter earned her BA from Geneva College. In the past 30 years, she has enjoyed raising and educating her children at home. She has been privileged to teach Latin, history, and Bible classes in various settings. She also co-founded and directed a one-day-a-week educational program for homeschooled students in the Chicago area for about 15 years. She loves teaching history, literature, Bible, Latin, writing and grammar to the wonderful G3 students at Collegium.

“Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, and afterwards you will take me into glory. Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalm 73:23-26 

Mrs. Griffith worked as an RN many years ago, but she has spent most of her adult years teaching — first her own six children, and then at Collegium Study Center and Evangel Christian Academy. She enjoys her 6th and 7th grade students this year in both school settings! During free time she values time with her husband and eight grandchildren. God has blessed her to live on five acres of prairie land, where she marvels at His eternal power and divine nature displayed in spectacular sunrises and sunsets!

“For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” ‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭4‬:‭6‬‬‬

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Regan holds a M.Ed. in Teaching and Learning and a B.S. in Communications, both from Liberty University. With over a decade of experience in education, she honed her skills at iCademy Middle East, an international school in Dubai. At Collegium, Regan is dedicated to supporting the administrative functions of the school, ensuring smooth operations, and fostering a positive environment for both faculty and students. Her background in communications and education provides a unique perspective that enhances her ability to manage various tasks efficiently and effectively. Regan married her college sweetheart and favorite travel buddy Neal, and they love spending time with their children, Piper (11th), Liam (9th), and their French Bulldog Ori.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 

Casey Peat has been an Oncology Board certified registered nurse for 12 years and is teaching anatomy and physiology with Collegium. Mrs. Peat holds her Masters in Nursing from Post University and completed her bachelorette from Adams State College.

Being fully convinced that a classical Christian education is the superior means of cultivating in our children virtue that will redeem the senses and point them to Christ, Mrs. Saks has invested over 30 years in the education and discipleship of our covenant children. From the kitchen table to the Latin classroom to the Andes Mountains in Ecuador, S.A., she is passionate about this calling wherever the Lord leads. Whether teaching students directly or mentoring parents and teachers, Beth believes her small role in ECA leadership is an eternal investment.

“…in Christ are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” Colossians 2:3

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Mrs. Stegemann is originally from Texas and has been teaching in Christian classical schools since 2016. She is excited to be a part of the ECA family. She is married with two children who also attend ECA. In her spare time, she enjoys learning, reading, hiking, playing pickleball, volleyball, flag football, and working out.

“You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.” Genesis 50:20

Mrs. Trumble moved from Iowa in 1992 to teach 5th grade at ECA. She got married two years later and chose to stay home as a mom in 1996. Her four children attended ECA. From 2010 to 2013 she taught 2nd grade in Malawi, Africa at African Bible College Christian Academy. In December 2023 she returned to ECA as a part-time Kindergarten aide, and in August 2024 she began teaching the Beginnings class at Collegium. She prays that God will use her to point all the children to Jesus and that they will learn to hunger for Him and His Word.

“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” James 1:17