Name: Mrs. Bootsma

Homeroom: 3rd Grade

Subjects Taught: 3rd Grade

Education: B.A. in Elementary Education with endorsements in reading, early childhood education, and ESL (Dordt University)

Completed Years of Service at SCS: 0

Why I am excited to teach at SCS: I had been searching for the right job in Northwest IA when my mom, Karen Christians, told me about the opening at SCS. I will admit, I was hesitant. I knew very little about SCS. I sat down with my mom, who had the honor of serving SCS during their CSI accreditation process, and she encouraged me to apply because of how impressed she was by the administration, faculty, and overall community she saw when visiting, which led me to submit an application. During my interview, I was SO impressed by the interview team, the community of SCS, and the mission here. It was exactly what I had been looking for! Since accepting the job, I have felt the overwhelming support of the community at SCS, and I am excited to be a part of it. 

Favorite Bible Verse: One of my favorite verses is Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plan I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." This verse has been my favorite since high school. I have a very "type A" personality. I like to make lists and plans and often get frustrated when life doesn't always go according to the plan I had in place. These verse serves as a reminder to me that God has a better plan and humbles me when my plans fail.