RISEN LORD LUTHERAN CHURCH
Risen Lord Montessori School
Risen Lord Lutheran Church has been offering the community a loving, child-centered preschool and kindergarten since 2004.
Risen Lord Montessori School seeks to nurture each child’s physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual development.
Potty-trained children ages 3-6 share a delightful, nurturing space with their caring teachers.
Fees are based on a variety of full-day and half-day enrollment options. Please click Enrollment Form below for more details.
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STAFF
Lisa Pease, Director of Education
Lisa Pease brings 19 years of experience to Risen Lord Montessori School. She holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Elementary and Special Education.
Lisa’s curiosity about the Montessori method grew when her children attended a Montessori preschool. Whenever she went into the classroom, she found the atmosphere peaceful and calm. The hands-on environment and developmentally-appropriate curriculum matched Lisa’s teaching philosophy, and she decided to pursue an Early Childhood Education graduate certificate.
Lisa loves working with this age group, observing the children’s interaction and enthusiasm about learning and nurturing each student to progress on their own.
One of her favorite quotes of Maria Montessori is “Education is natural process carried out by the child and is not acquired by listening to words but by experiences in the environment.”
Jessica Solomon, Lead Teacher
Jessica Solomon holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Ball State University with a concentration in Kindergarten education. Jessica was introduced to the Montessori method in one of her college classes and fell in love with it.
Jessica worked in a Montessori-inspired preschool where her children attended. It did not take her long to notice the children’s confidence grow. She loved the independence the children learned from being able to contribute to the classroom through responsibilities and by being given the freedom of choice in their own learning.
Jessica is passionate about teaching the 3- to 6-year-old age group. She loves their fascination and curiosity for the world. She believes every child has something special to contribute to the classroom.
One of her favorite Montessori quotes is “The greatest gifts we can give our children are the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence.”
Sarah Zipoff, Lead Teacher
Sarah Zipoff holds a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Special Education from IUPUI and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Montessori Education at Loyola University. She is also working toward an Association Montessori Internationale diploma through the Montessori Training Center of St. Louis.
Her journey with Montessori began when her daughter attended Risen Lord Montessori School, where she witnessed firsthand the incredible growth in her daughter's confidence and abilities.
Inspired by this experience, Sarah knew she wanted to dedicate her teaching career to the Montessori method.
Sarah takes great joy in building meaningful connections with her students and their families. She finds immense fulfillment in watching her students gain confidence, independence, and a love for learning.
One of Sarah's favorite Montessori quotes is "These words reveal the child's inner need: 'Help me do it alone.'"
Margo Emrich, AssistantTeacher
Margo Emrich has been with Risen Lord Montessori School since it opened more than 20 years ago.
Initially, she brought her artistic abilities to the classroom by preparing art projects for the students. Gradually she took on more responsibilities as a teacher. She went on to earn a paraprofessional certification in the Montessori method.
She has witnessed RLMS grow in its mission to meet the community's need for quality early childhood education. Margo loves how the Montessori method helps children to be independent and fits with each child’s individual needs.
One of her favorite Montessori quotes is “Free choice is one of the highest of all mental processes.”
Lorali Vermillion, After Care Teacher
Lorali Vermillion is currently working toward a bachelor’s degree in Business at Indiana University Indianapolis. She is an active member of Delta Zeta sorority.
Lorali earned an associate degree from Vincennes University in General Science while attending Center Grove High School. Upon graduation, she was awarded the Leadership and Character Award for displaying strong leadership and character throughout her school years.
She has previous experience working in a ministry focused on the education of toddler and preschool-aged children.