Connie Kass

Professional Biography:
I graduated from Calvin College in 1980 with a degree in Elementary Education. I did not go into the classroom immediately following graduation, instead working as an Education Director at a church for two years. Returning to my childhood home, I was the Administrative Assistant for Christian Reformed World Missions in Nigeria. After two years in an office, I began teaching 2nd grade at Hillcrest School, the international school for mission families in Nigeria. After 4 years teaching, it was time to renew my teaching credentials, so I returned to the States to begin a Masters program at Michigan State University. After receiving my Master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching, I moved to Racine, Wisconsin to teach 3rd grade in the Christian school there.
In 1995 I moved to San Jose. My years at San Jose Christian have included teaching 2nd grade, a 2/3 combination class, and 3rd grade.

Personal Biography:
I grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan in a family of five. I was born my dad’s first day of teaching! My younger sister is married, living in Michigan, and has three terrific children. My younger brother is married and set up his dental practice in Michigan. When I was 10 my family moved to Nigeria, West Africa as missionaries. I returned to Nigeria after college to teach at the school from which I had graduated there. I enjoy traveling, reading, and going to movies. I am a member of the Church of the Chimes. 

Christian Philosophy of Education: 
In response to God’s unconditional love, I am called to serve my risen Lord and Savior. With the teaching talents God has given me, I am dedicated to sharing God’s love, power, and faithfulness in our everyday lives. I strive to help students know how to let God rule in their lives. Through example and instruction, students learn that they and their world belong to God. My desire is to help students discover the excitement of being a part of God’s world and learn to serve to serve Him throughout their lives.