MR. DAVID SCHULZ

Principal, Grade 8

“It is a joy and privilege to educate the youth of this congregation. It is even more of a blessing when they take a lesson learned and apply it to their lives. These young men and women are the future of our synod and the future leaders in God’s church. May He always be with them.”

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2021-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (principal, Algebra, Junior Choir director, organist)
  • 2013-2021, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (grades 5-8 math teacher, music, Junior Choir and Senior Choir director, organist)
  • 2009-2015, St. John’s, Goodhue, MN (principal, grades 5-8 teacher, choir director, organist)
  • 2002-2009, St. John’s, Fremont, WI (principal, grades 5-8 teacher, choir director, organist)
  • 2000, St. John’s, Sleepy Eye, MN (student teacher)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born in Madison, WI
  • Raised in Waterloo, WI and Columbus, WI
  • 1997, Graduated from Lakeside Lutheran High School, Lake Mills, WI
  • 2001, Graduated from Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN

Mr. Schulz is married to Amanda. They have five children: Dustin, Ethan, Kathryn, Jordyn, and Ashlyn.

Phone: 920.344.2288

Email Mr. David Schulz at: dschulz@saintstephen.org

MR. THOMAS ZUBERBIER

Grade 7

“Sharing God’s Word with children and their families is the greatest blessing. Assisting parents in the training of children is a great privilege. I pray through daily instruction of the Word and a Christ-centered curriculum that the Holy Spirit strengthens the faiths of the children so that they may be Lights for Christ in their everyday lives.”

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2020-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (grades 5-8 teacher)
  • 2001-2020, St. John’s, Nodine, MN (grades 5-6 teacher)
  • 1996-2001, St. Paul’s, Columbus, OH (grades 3-4 teacher)
  • 1995-1996, Gloria Dei/Bethesda, Milwaukee, WI (grades 5-6 teacher)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born in Waukegan, IL raised in Milwaukee, WI
  • 1990, Graduated from Wisconsin Lutheran High School, Milwaukee, WI
  • 1995, Graduated from Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN
  • Master’s degree from Martin Luther College with an emphasis in instruction

Mr. Zuberbier is single.

Phone: 608.498.0720

E-mail Mr. Thomas Zurberbier at tzuberbier@saintstephen.org

MR. JOSH BARNETT

Grades 5 & 6

“What greater joy can there be in this life than guiding God’s children to earthly wisdom and eternal salvation? I cannot be thankful enough for the opportunity to teach my students how to let their Christianity shine in a sinful world. Most importantly, I rejoice in pointing them to the perfect Teacher who has made us wise for salvation in his Word.”

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2021-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (grades 5-8 social studies teacher, music coordinator for the church and school, organist, choir director for the church and school)
  • Fall 2020, Luther Preparatory School, Watertown, WI (student teacher, grades 9-10 history teacher)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born and raised in Vassar, MI
  • 2017, Graduated from Michigan Lutheran Seminary, Saginaw, MI
  • 2021, Graduate of Martin Lutheran College, New Ulm, MN (social studies major)

Mr. Barnett is married to Mrs. Kendra Barnett. He enjoys many hobbies, including studying foreign languages, playing musical instruments, and traveling as much as possible.

Phone: 262.234.2981

E-mail Mr. Josh Barnett at jbarnett@saintstephen.org

MR. MARC MEIHACK

Grades 5-8

“It is a privilege to serve St. Stephen’s this year, teaching the upper graders in the areas of math and science.  It is enjoyable to see them grow in God’s Word and mature into young adults.  May God bless them on their journey through St. Stephen’s  and on into their high school years.”

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2024-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (grades 5-8 math and science teacher)
  • 2023-2024. Zion, Columbus, WI (grades 7-8 long term substitute)
  • 2023-2024. St. Paul’s, Mount Calvary, WI (grades 5-6 long term substitute)
  • 2022-2023. Winnebago Lutheran Academy, Fond du Lac, WI (substitute)
  • 2022-2023. Garden Homes, Milwaukee, WI (grade 4 long term substitute)
  • 2022-2023. Eastside Lutheran, Madison, WI (grade 5 long term substitute)
  • 2021-2022. St. John’s Lutheran, Milwaukee, WI (grade 8 long term substitute)
  • 2022-2023. Neenah Lutheran, Neenah, WI (grades 5-8 long term substitute)
  • 2015-2021. Bethany , Kenosha, WI (grades 5-6 teacher, athletic director, coach)
  • 2001-2013. St. Peter’s, Fond du Lac, WI (grade 7 teacher, coach)
  • 1984-2001. St. Matthew’s, Milwaukee, WI (grades 5-6 teacher, athletic director, coach)
  • 1980-1984. St. Paul’s, Columbus, OH (grades 7-8 teacher, coach)
  • 1979. Immanuel, Waukegan, IL (student teacher)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born in Hoskins, NE
  • Raised in Milwaukee, WI and New Ulm, MN
  • 1976, Graduated from Martin Luther Academy, New Ulm, MN
  • 1980, Graduated from Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN
  • Additional post graduate classes at:
    Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee, WI
    Mankato State University, Mankato, MN
    The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

Mr. Meihack is married to Annette. They live in Fond du Lac.  Annette teaches at Moraine Park Technical College (West Bend campus).  They have 4 children. Matt lives and teaches at Seoul International School, Seoul, South Korea. Lyla lives in Waukesha. Luke is married to Brooke and has a daughter, Oakley and they are expecting their second child in mid-December, 2024.  Luke teaches at Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School. Rachel lives and works on Long Beach Island, New Jersey.

Phone: 920.539.9000

Email Mr. Marc Meihack at: mmeihack@saintstephen.org

MRS. KAREN COOPER

Grades 3 & 4

“When I was in second grade I began attending a WELS grade school. During that year, I realized I wanted to become a Christian Day School teacher like mine. Through the years, I have been blessed with the opportunity to not only educate children for this life, but more importantly–for eternity. No matter what my students achieve in this life, my greatest joy will be to rejoice with them around our Savior’s throne in heaven.”

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2020-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (grades 3-4 teacher)
  • 1996-2020. Immanuel, Waukegan, IL (preschool; differing combinations of grades 1-8 depending on the year)
  • 1991-1996. Star of Bethlehem, New Berlin, WI (grades 3-4)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born and raised in Marshfield, WI
  • 1987, Graduated from Northland Lutheran High School, Merrill, WI
  • 1991, Graduated from Dr. Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN

Mrs. Cooper is married to Pastor David Cooper (Grace Lutheran, Waupun, WI). They are blessed with 7 children. Kenny and Grace are in college. Karen’s step-children: Jessica, Caleb, Jamie, Christian, and Collin are all enjoying life out of the nest. In her free time, Karen enjoys traveling, walking, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Phone: 262.308.0764

Email Mrs. Karen Cooper at: kcooper@saintstephen.org

Miss Amber Wenman

Grade 2

“But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.” ( 2 Timothy 3:14-15)

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2024-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI ( Grade 2)
  • Spring 2024, Minnesota New Country Elementary School ( Student Teacher, Grades 3-4)
  • Spring 2024, St. Martin’s, Watertown, SD (Student Teacher, Grade 1)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born and raised in Burlington, WI
  • 2020, Graduated from Burlington Public High School, Burlington, WI
  • 2024, Graduated from Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN

Miss. Wenman enjoys bowling, county fairs, and volunteering in her community.

Phone: 262.332.8561

E-mail Miss Wenman at awenman@saintstephen.org

MRS. BRITTANY TRIMMER

Grade 1

“It is such a blessing to know that I have the privilege to help God’s children grow in their minds and most importantly in their faith. It is a joy in knowing I can help them see God in their daily lives and encourage them to let their little lights shine in all they do!”

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2020-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (grade 1 teacher)
  • 2007-2020, Emanuel Redeemer Lutheran Yale, Michigan (grades K-8 teacher)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born and raised in Kenosha, Wisconsin
  • 2003, Graduated from Shoreland Lutheran High School in Somers, WI
  • 2007, Graduated from Martin Luther College in New Ulm, MN

Brittany is married to Noah Trimmer. They have three children: Levi, Silas, and Miriam. She enjoys singing, the outdoors, reading, and baking.

Phone Number: 810.304.0304

Email Mrs. Brittany Trimmer at: btrimmer@saintstephen.org

MRS. VERONICA SCHULTZ

Teacher Aide

“Teaching and working with children are my passions, especially teaching about Jesus and His love. I knew that I wanted to be a teacher since I was in 5th Grade. It is a great privilege and a great joy for me to be able to share Jesus and His unfailing love to the students of St. Stephen’s Lutheran School every day through my current position as a Teacher-Aide. When the secular world offers a shallow and an unstable foundation about life, God’s Words and the salvation that Jesus has offered are the most valuable eternal inheritance that we can share with our younger generation.  Matthew 6:33 states, ‘But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.’ My prayer is that our St. Stephen’s Lutheran students will have God’s word imprinted in their hearts so that they will grow strong in their faith in Christ and that they may always be a blessing wherever God may plant them in the future. ”

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2022-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (teacher aide grades K-2)
  • 2021-2022, Jefferson School, Beaver Dam, WI, (teacher aide, special need support staff grade 4K)
  • 2019-2021, Good Shepherd Preschool, Beaver Dam, WI, (teacher aide, grades 3K-4K)
  • 2005-2015, International Christian School-an International Baccalaureate Organization School called SEKOLAH PELITA HARAPAN” (translated as School of Light and Hope), Karawaci, Indonesia, (homeroom teacher grades 1-6)
  • 2004-2005, Public school in Jakarta Indonesia, (language and literature teacher)
  • 2003, Christian High School, Salatiga, Indonesia, (student teacher)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born and raised in Java island, Indonesia
  • 2000, Graduated from a public high school in Indonesia
  • Graduated from a Christian University in Indonesia (Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana) with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education major in Language & Literature and Early Childhood

Mrs. Schultz is married to Jacob. They have 3 children. Judah and Ezekiel were born in Indonesia and their youngest Malachi was born in America.

Email Mrs. Veronica Schultz at: vschultz@saintstephen.org

MRS. KENDRA BARNETT

Kindergarten

“Go and make disciples of all nations… teaching them to obey everything I have commanded” (Matthew 28:19). God has given me the responsibility and privilege to instruct his little lambs and train them in accordance with His Word. Every child is unique and talented, and I cannot wait to support them in their learning and growth.”

Experience in the Public Ministry
  • 2020-present, St. Stephen’s, Beaver Dam, WI (Kindergarten teacher)
  • Fall 2020, MLC Early Childhood Learning Center, New Ulm, MN (Student teacher, ages 8 weeks-5 years)
Personal and Educational Background
  • Born in Springville, NY, raised in Kenosha, WI
  • 2017, Graduated from Shoreland Lutheran High School, Somers, WI
  • 2021, Graduated from Martin Luther College, New Ulm, MN

Mrs. Barnett is married to Mr. Joshua Barnett. She enjoys traveling, playing games with family and friends, and painting.

Phone: 262.308.7846

Email Mrs. Kendra Barnett at: kbarnett@saintstephen.org