Testimonials

Why I sent my children to Peace Thru Christ Lutheran School

“The number one reason I sent my children to PTCLS was that they use a Christ-centered Curriculum based on the Bible. In other words, all subjects are taught with a Biblical worldview which is what we believe and teach them at home. PTCLS offered my children a small multi-age classroom with a low student to teacher ratio. This fostered independent learning in my children as they finished their homework during the school day when the teacher was having class with other grades. This helped them greatly in their high school and college years. My children not only received a Christ-centered education, but had a solid foundation in other subjects which helped them all have academic success in HS, score well 26-30 on college entrance exams and graduate from college in the area of their choice: business, graphic design, public health, engineering. Another benefit of PTCLS was that the children had more free time in the afternoon and evenings for extracurricular activities such as music and sports. At PTCLS, my children were encouraged to treat each other and the teacher with respect. They also learned to sing music regularly and started each day with a devotion and prayer. They had ample recess time for outdoor imaginative play on the large property on the campus.”

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why should I send my child to a small, one room, Christian day school?

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Benefits of a Multi-Grade Classroom

There are many, perhaps more opportunities (because of the nature of the multigrade classroom) for children to work and develop at their own level on a continuous basis

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Staff

Christine Gerbitz

Grades K-8 Teacher

I am excited to have a role in reopening the school at Peace Thru Christ. Teaching elementary school has been something I saw myself doing, even at a young age. Immanuel Lutheran High School and Immanuel Lutheran College was where I gained an invaluable base in the true Word of God. Then a detour was taken into farming, raising a family and banking. Each of these detours has prepared me to be a better teacher than I would have been without them.

I have educational experience from raising 5 children who are now adults. Our family has always been involved in Agriculture which led me to participate in a Wisconsin Farm Bureau leadership program. That program inspired me to continue pursuing my life-long dream to be a teacher. In 2022, I graduated from UW-Madison, certified to teach grades 1-8 and English as a Second Language. Teaching experiences include third and fifth grades; and most recently 6th grade English and Social Studies. I am looking forward to working with students and families as school starts this fall.

Our family joined Peace Thru Christ in December of 2005. Involvement in church includes teaching Sunday School, being a member of the Evangelism committee, Hannah’s Helping Hands, the School Start up committee, and directing the church choir.

Email: christine.gerbitz22@gmail.com 
Phone: 608-314-5227

Daniel Schaefer

Principal

I am a retired professor from the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. My professional experience includes research, teaching and academic administration.

Christian elementary education has always been important to me. My first professional position was as Assistant Professor of Animal Sciences at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN. When the opportunity arose for me to move from Purdue to Wisconsin, an important consideration was the opportunity for our two children to attend a Lutheran Christian Day School in Madison.

I have been a member of the Peace Thru Christ congregation since 2011, and will soon complete my eighth year as congregational President. I am pleased to support and engage in the re-opening of the Peace Thru Christ Lutheran School. Lord, bless our efforts.

Email: schaeferd51@gmail.com 

Mark Tiefel

Pastor

I teach upper grades religious instruction and help with morning devotion. 

I graduated from the University of Wisconsin — Eau Claire in 2009 with a degree in history and from Immanuel Lutheran Seminary in 2012. I also graduated from Concordia University Wisconsin in 2021 with a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling. I enjoy being outdoors with my family, especially hiking and camping.

Email: marktiefel@hotmail.com 
Phone: 608-640-1956

Get in Touch

If you have questions or would like to learn more about our school or church, please reach out!

Email:
ptc.lutheran@gmail.com

Address:
3232 West Point Rd., Middleton, WI 53562