Merrilee A. Sump
Subjects: Basic Algebra, Algebra I, Physical Education, Health
Number of years taught: 29
Has taught since 1995 at CLS
History:
Miss Sump is a graduate of Clarinda High School and holds a Bachelors degree in elementary and secondary math education from Concordia University, Seward, NE. She holds the Lutheran Teachers Diploma also from Concordia. Masters Degrees were earned at Central Mo. State University in Warrensburg, MO in Counseling and School Administration.
Previous calls were to:
Bethlehem- Trinity Fort Wayne, Ind. Grade 2 and 3/4, Athletic Director Saint Paul's College Concordia, MO Career and Resident Counselor, Assistant Professor of Math Saint Paul's Lutheran High School Concordia, MO Supervisor of Instruction and Curriculum, Guidance Counselor, Math Instructor, Principal Philosophy of Christian Education: I view the educational ministry as the parable of the sower. We are to spread the seed (God's word). We are to provide care, nurturing and an environment where God provides the growth. Praise God for the gift of Christian Education which parents give to their sons and daughters.
One of her favorite Bible passages is: "Commit your plans to the Lord and they will succeed". Proverbs 16:3