Introducing Mr. Jackson Ridder
Jackson Ridder has lived in the Midwest his whole life, traveling from Indiana to Illinois, and Illinois to Iowa. Throughout Elementary school, and High School he attended a Christian school in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He studied Elementary Education with endorsements…
Read More Introducing Mrs. Angie Olseen
Angie Olseen is a recent graduate of Morningside University with her Masters of Teaching degree. She has been married to Steve for 26 years and they have 5 boys: Andrew (22), Jonathan (18), Bryce & Brant (16), and Caleb (11).…
Read More Introducing Ms. Dani Depue
Dani Depue grew up in the small Swedish town of Stromsburg, NE, with 4 brothers. She graduated in 2001 from Crown College in MN with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary Education and Christian Studies. She taught K-8 and…
Read More Reflections from Head of School Brian Goodbar
Dear Heritage Community – As we near the end of another remarkable year at Heritage Christian School, it’s a moment for reflection on the incredible ways in which God has moved among us. The past year has been filled with…
Read More From the Board of Directors
“A man’s heart plans his way, but the LORD directs his steps.” Proverbs 16:9. I do not like to plan – just ask my wife. As we get ready to begin our weekend each Saturday morning, she typically asks me…
Read More Reflections from Head of School Brian Goodbar
I’m consistently impressed by the strong sense of community that permeates our school. The parents, students, teachers, and staff genuinely care for one another. The team sets a remarkable example in fostering this Christ-like spirit of care and unity. While…
Read More Introducing Mrs. Vanessa Pickart, Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
Vanessa Pickart grew up in México City, México, and moved with her family to California when she was in third grade. She graduated from Camarillo High school in California and then attended the University of Iowa. She earned a BA…
Read More From the Board of Directors
If you are like me, you desire consistency in your life. We prefer to eat at the same restaurants, maintain our exercise routines (or lack thereof), and habitually re-read our favorite books. As we conclude the current academic year and…
Read More Introducing new Head of School Brian Goodbar
Dear Heritage Community – In a short time my wife and I will be pulling into North Liberty and in no time, we will find ourselves into another school year! I am very excited to get started (after some time…
Read More Teaching for Transformation (TfT)
This year Heritage continues the process of implementing Teaching for Transformation (TfT). In early October all of our full time teaching staff had the opportunity to spend the day at either Pella Christian, Oskaloosa Christian, or Timothy Christian School. This…
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