Janelle Hendricks

Professional Biography:
I graduated from Dordt College (Sioux Center, IA) in 1997 with a double major in Elementary Education and Special Education. I began my teaching career at San Jose Christian School as the 4th grade teacher. I taught 4th grade for four years, a 3rd/4th combination class for two years, and then switched to my current position of computer teacher. This will be my fifth year in that role.

Personal Biography:
I was born and raised in Ripon, CA. My parents and 3 brothers—two older and one younger—all live in the Central Valley with their families. My husband, Nathan, and I have 3 children. I enjoy traveling with my husband and family, gardening, photography, and reading. I am a member of Palo Alto Christian Reformed Church.

Christian Philosophy of Education:
I believe that our entire world belongs to God and that we are His image-bearers. As a Christian educator, it is my job not only to reflect this in my teaching, but to be a walking example of Christ and to model Him in all that I do. I want to show my love for Christ through my words and actions. In the specific area of computers, we know that computers and the Internet each have a profound effect on our culture. I want to teach my students to use these wisely and in a way that honors God.