What Mrs. Capodarco Loves About Brighton Mrs. Capodarco loves the strong sense of community at Brighton and especially enjoys seeing students grow and feel excited when they reach their goals. In the Classroom As a Special Education, Regular Education, and Learning Strategist supporting Special Education and MLSS, Mrs. Capodarco works closely with students to meet their individual learning needs. She focuses on helping students grow socially, mentally, and emotionally while b

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What Mrs. Lampe Loves About Brighton Mrs. Lampe appreciates Brighton’s small, close-knit community and the way small class sizes allow for meaningful relationships, individualized attention, and opportunities for enrichment. In the Classroom As a fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Lampe teaches math, English language arts, social studies, and science. Her classroom focuses on helping students grow academically while encouraging independence, responsibility, and confidence as they prep

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What Ms. Keisler Loves About Brighton Ms. Keisler loves being part of a team that truly believes in every student and works together to help each child shine. In the Classroom As a Special Education teacher, Ms. Keisler focuses on creating a supportive, welcoming environment where students feel safe, encouraged, and excited to learn. She strives to make learning engaging and enjoyable for all students while supporting their individual needs. Her Approach Ms. Keisler hopes tha

What Mr. Warmuth Loves About Brighton Mr. Warmuth enjoys introducing students to music in a way that sparks a lifelong appreciation for playing and listening. He values the opportunity to guide students as they begin their musical journey and discover the joy that music can bring. In the Classroom Mr. Warmuth teaches Band for grades 5–8, Choir for grades 5–8, and General Music for students in grades K–8. His instruction emphasizes learning music through sound first, helping s

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What Mr. Tankersley Loves About Brighton Mr. Tankersley appreciates the way Brighton brings students together across grade levels. He especially values how older students support and encourage younger ones, creating a big brother–big sister atmosphere that strengthens the school community. In the Classroom As Physical Education Teacher and Athletic Director for students in 4K–8th grade, Mr. Tankersley focuses on helping students develop skills, confidence, and teamwork throug

What Mr. Revell Loves About Brighton Mr. Revell loves that Brighton’s small-school environment allows him to truly get to know every student as an individual. While Brighton may be a small school, he believes it has a big heart and a strong sense of belonging. In the Classroom Mr. Revell serves as Brighton’s librarian and teaches middle school math and world cultures, working with students from 4K through 8th grade. Through his varied roles, he supports students academically

What Mrs. Trachte Loves About Brighton Mrs. Trachte loves seeing students light up when they experience learning something new. She also values the Brighton community, where students know and support one another from 4K through eighth grade, creating a true family atmosphere. In the Classroom In first grade, Mrs. Trachte teaches all core academic areas, including reading, math, science, and social studies. Her classroom focuses on helping students grow academically while also

What Mrs. Liner Loves About Brighton Mrs. Liner loves the welcoming atmosphere at Brighton and the strong sense of community that is felt both within the school and beyond it. In the Classroom Mrs. Liner teaches English Language Arts and Literacy for students in grades 6 through 8. In her classroom, students engage in meaningful reading and writing experiences that encourage critical thinking, creativity, and self-expression. Her Approach Mrs. Liner strives to empower middle

What Mrs. Hetland Loves About Brighton Mrs. Hetland thoroughly enjoys teaching at Brighton because of the strong sense of community and the active involvement of supportive families who help make the school such a special place. In the Classroom Mrs. Hetland teaches middle school social studies and science, helping students build content knowledge while strengthening critical thinking and problem-solving skills. A graduate of Carthage College, she began her teaching career at

What Mrs. Davis Loves About Brighton Mrs. Davis appreciates the welcoming, positive school atmosphere at Brighton that helps students feel supported and motivated to learn. In the Classroom Mrs. Davis teaches middle school math, including 6th Grade Math, 7th Grade Pre-Algebra, and 8th Grade Algebra. Her classroom focuses on helping students build strong mathematical foundations while developing confidence and problem-solving skills they can carry into high school and beyond.

What Mrs. Gascoigne Loves About Brighton Mrs. Gascoigne loves working at Brighton because she gets to see firsthand the personal and academic growth each student makes. In a small, tight-knit community like Brighton, she enjoys staying connected with former students and celebrating their continued successes as they move through the school. In the Classroom In fourth grade, Mrs. Gascoigne teaches math, literacy, science, and social studies. Her classroom emphasizes both indepe

What Mrs. Pedersen Loves About Brighton Mrs. Pedersen enjoys watching students get excited about learning and discovering new ideas. Seeing that spark of curiosity and enthusiasm is one of her favorite parts of teaching at Brighton. In the Classroom In third grade, Mrs. Pedersen focuses on making learning relevant, meaningful, and fun. She works to create engaging lessons that help students build confidence while growing academically and socially. Her Approach Mrs. Pedersen h

What Mrs. Pitts Loves About Brighton Mrs. Pitts loves the amazing students and families that make Brighton School such a special place. In Kindergarten, she enjoys watching students discover new things every day and grow in confidence as learners. She especially values building strong connections with families and working together to make students’ first school experiences happy and exciting. In the Classroom In Mrs. Pitts’ Kindergarten classroom, students learn through hands

What Mrs. Karls Loves About Brighton Mrs. Karls loves that Brighton is a small school with a strong sense of community. She values the meaningful relationships built with students and families, the focus on individualized instruction, and the close connections that help every child feel supported and known. In the Classroom Mrs. Karls teaches 4K and provides student support in early childhood. Her classroom offers a nurturing, engaging environment where young learners are enc

What Mrs. Terry Loves About Brighton Mrs. Terry loves being part of Brighton’s small-school community, where strong relationships and a supportive environment help students feel connected and valued. In the Classroom As the art teacher for students in 4K through 8th grade, Mrs. Terry creates a welcoming space where creativity is encouraged and students look forward to art class each week. Her classroom allows students to explore materials, express themselves, and build confid

What Mrs. Keller Loves About Brighton Mrs. Keller values the strong sense of community and the supportive environment that helps students thrive. In the Classroom In second grade, students in Mrs. Keller’s classroom focus on building strong reading and math foundations while developing a genuine love of learning. Her students work toward becoming fluent readers, strengthening comprehension skills, mastering addition and subtraction (including regrouping), and growing as confi