Department, Bio, & Email

Mr. John Edinger

Principal

Mr. John Edinger has been teaching and coaching since 1985. He started at Jefferson in 2005 as principal. He received his B.A. at Bluffton College and his masters at Bowling Green University.

He and his wife Sharon have two children, Emily and Darren.

jedinger@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. Martin Ross

Guidance Page

Guidance Counselor

Mr. Ross has been at Jefferson since 1998.  He is currently the Guidance Counselor.  Mr. Ross received his Bachelors at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas.  He then received his Master's at The University of Dayton.

Mr. Ross and his wife Lisa have two children, Logan and Makenzie.

mross@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. Josh McElroy

Technology Coordinator

Mr. Josh McElroy has worked at Jefferson since 2008.

Josh is married to Jennifer.

                  jmcelroy@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Jane Rahrig

Secretary

Mrs. Rahrig has been at Jefferson since 1992.  She is currently the secretary at the high school.  Mrs. Rahrig attended the International Business College..

Mrs. Rahrig and her husband  M.J., and have 3 children, Julie, Tina, and Lynsey, and a son-in-law John and Matt. She also has a granddaughter Ava.

jrahrig@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Elaine Rode

Mrs. Rode has been at Jefferson since 2006.  She is currently the attendance secretary. Mrs. Rode attended the University of Northwestern Ohio.

She and her husband Gary have six children.  They are Brad, Derek, Ashley, Justin, Adam, and Michelle. 

erode@dl.noacsc.org

Miss Lori Hicks

Librarian

Miss Hicks has been teaching at Jefferson since 2001. She graduated from Bowling Green State University and The Ohio State University.

Miss Hicks has 3 children Delannie, Dalton, and Dylan.

lhicks@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Judy Bevington

Math

Mrs. Bevington has been teaching since 1989. She started at Jefferson in 2005. She received her teaching degree from San Diego State University. Currently she is teaching Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Honors Pre- Calculus, AP Statistics, and AP Calculus.

Mrs. Bevington and her husband Randy have two children, Cade and Cassidy.

jbevington@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Lucy Bambauer

Agricultural Education

Mrs. Bambauer started her teaching career in 2005 at Jefferson. She is currently teaching Ag Business, Ag Science 1, Agricultural Co-op and Integrated Science 1 and 2. She received her Bachelor's of Science in Agriculture from the Ohio State University. She received her Master's Degree in Counselor Education from University of Dayton and Science Certificate from Findlay University.

Mrs. Bambauer is married to Mitch and they are expecting their 1st child in Oct. 2009.

                          lbambauer@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Stephanie Braun

Math

Mrs. Braun has been at Jefferson since 1997.  She is currently teaching Pre Calculus, Algebra I, Algebra 101, Algebra 201, and Algebra II.  Mrs. Braun graduated from Bluffton University with her B.A. in Mathematics and Computer Science Degree.

Mrs. Braun is married to Eric.  They have a son, Conner and a daughter, Samantha.

sbraun@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Heather Brickner

Mrs. Brickner has been teaching for seven years, 2005 being the first year at Jefferson. She received a degree inas an Intervention Specialist of Educations and Intervetion Specialist from Bowling Green State University and a master's from Bluffton.

Mrs. Brickner is married to Michael.  She has two daughters Grace and Sophia. They have one dogs Hank.

Mr. Chad Brinkman

History

Mr. Brinkman has been at Jefferson since 1999.  He is currently teaching American History.  Mr. Brinkman received his BA in History as well as his Political Science degree from The Ohio State University.  He also has his BS Education from Urbana.                                           

Mr. Brinkman is married to Jen Brinkman, and they have three daughters, Emma, Carlie and Rylee.

cbrinkman@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. Scott Elwer

Ag Science

Mr. Elwer has been at Jefferson since 1997.  He is currently teaching Agricultural Business I and II and Agriculture Research and Mechanics.  Mr. Elwer received his Bachelors of Science at The Ohio State University and his Master's of Science at The University of Dayton.

Mr. Elwer and his wife Chrissy have 3 children.

selwer@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Joyce Larimore

Family Consumer Sciences

Mrs. Larimore has been at Jefferson since 1974.  She is currently teaching Foods I and II, Parenting, and Textiles.  Mrs. Larimore received her undergraduate degree at Miami University.  She received her graduate degree at Dayton University.

Mrs. Larimore and her husband Tim have 2 children, Dan and Amy.

jlarimore@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. Jamie Lewis

Industrial Arts

Mr. Lewis has been at Jefferson since 1988.  He is currently teaching Industrial Technology 1-4 and Technical Drawing.  Mr. Lewis received his Bachelors of Science at Ohio Northern University, and attended The University of Dayton, and The University of Findlay. Mr. Lewis is also the Coach of the Junior Varsity girls basketball.

Mr. Lewis and his wife Rachelle have 2 children, Danielle and Courtney.

jlewis@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Melissa McClurg

 Mrs. McClurg has been at Jefferson since 2006. She is currently an Intervention Specialist for grades 9-12. Mrs. McClurg has a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Tiffin University, a Master's Degree in Education from Wright State and is a CPA.

Mrs. McClurg is married to Gregg, and they have two children Allison and Ayron.

mmcclurg@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. Troy Montenery

Computer Applications

Mr. Montenery started teaching at Jefferson in 2002.  He is currently teaching the  Wildcat Company.  He received his Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration at The Ohio State University, and his Masters of Business Administration at the University of Dayton.

Mr. Montenery and his wife Sue have two children, Jaret and Luke. 

tmontenery@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. Amos Place

Mr. Place started at Jefferson after teaching at Jefferson Middle School and Elmwood High School.  He is currently teaching Chemistry, Physics, and Introductory Physical Science. 

Mr. Place and his wife have two daughters.

aplace@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. Jeffery Rex

Science

Mr. Rex has been at Jefferson since 1995.  He is currently teaching Science 9, Biology 1, Biology 2, and Earth Science.  Mr. Rex graduated from The University of Toledo.

Mr. Rex is married to Robin, and they have a son, Ian.

jrex@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Christine Siebeneck

English

Mrs. Siebeneck started at Delphos Jefferson High School in 2003, after being a long term substitute.  Mrs. Siebeneck teaches Honors English III, Honors English IV, CP English III, AP Literature and Composition, Journalism ( producers of the school paper, The Prowler). She also is the National Honor Society Advisor.  Mrs. Siebeneck graduated from Kalida High School and Defiance College. 

She and her husband Craig have two children.

Mrs. Siebeneck's extras website.

csiebeneck@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Julie Stager

Mrs. Stager started at Jefferson in 2001. She is a teachers aide in the Multiple Disabilities room.  Mrs. Stager graduated from Lima Technical College and received her Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Development.

Mrs. Stager is married to Keith and they have on daughter together, Abbigail.  

jstager@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. David Stearns

Concert & Marching Band

  Previously Mr. Stearns was the assistant high school band director and jr. high band director at the Middle school.  He came to Jefferson from Leipsic in the Fall of 1982. 

Mr. Stearns and his wife Sara have two sons, Bryce and T.J..

dstearns@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Kathy Ulrich

Spanish

Mrs.Ulrich has been at Jefferson since 1985.  Mrs. Ulrich received her Bachelor of Arts at Capital University.  She is currently teaching Spanish I, II, III, IV, Speech, College , and Radio and Video Production.

Mrs. Ulrich and her husband Ed (who is also a substitute teacher) have 3 boys Andy, Matt and Scott.

kulrich@dl.noacsc.org

Mr. Joshua Vasquez

English

Mr. Joshua Vasquez graduated from Bath High School.  He then attended The Ohio State University receiving his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Education.  He taught from 2004 to 2009 at Lima Central Catholic.  He has one son, Brodie.

 Mr. John Vennekotter

History

Mr. John Vennekotter has been at Jefferson since 2008. He graduated from Miller City High School and attended Defiance College. He is currently teaching World History, Economic and Government,  Social Studies, Current History, and Psychololgy.

Mr. Vennekotter has a wife named Katie.

jvennekotter@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Beth Von der Embse

Art

Mrs. von der Embse has been at Jefferson since 1991.  She is currently teaching Art I and Advanced Art.  Mrs. von der Embse received her Bachelors of Science from Bowling Green State University and her Master's of Education from Wright State University.

Mrs. von der Embse and her husband Barry have 4 children.

BVonderEmbse@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Vera White

English

Mrs. White has been teaching at Jefferson since 1999. She currently teaches: Honors English I, College Prep. English I, Junior and Senior Reading. and Yearbook. She received her Bachelor's of Science degree in Secondary English Education from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania.

Mrs. White and her husband Phil have three children Kristina, Lexi, and Zachary.

vwhite@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Teri Wiechart

Mrs. Wiechart has been teaching at Jefferson since 1975.  Mrs. Wiechart received her Bachelor's of Art at Purdue University and received her MAT degree from Bowling Green State University.  She is currently teaching French I, II, III, IV, and V.

Mrs. Wiechart has a daughter, Kristin.

twiechart@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Tammy Wirth

Mrs. Wirth starting teaching in 2007.  She currently teaches HS Concert Choir, HS Show Choir, MS General Music and Choir, and Franklin Music grades 4 and 5.  She attended Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Mrs. Wirth and her husband, Doug, have two sons, Matthew, and Bradley.

twirth@dl.noacsc.org

Miss Arnita Yoder

Miss Yoder has been teaching at Jefferson since 1984.  She is currently teaching Geometry, Integrated I and Integrated II.  Miss Yoder received her BA in mathematics from Bluffton University, along with her MaEd.

ayoder@dl.noacsc.org

Mrs. Brenda McKee

Food Service Director

Mrs. McKee serves as the food service director.  She is in charge of things such as planning menus, ordering food and supplies, and overseeing the cafeteria staff.  She started here as a substitute cook and was hired as a part of food service staff in 1986.  She assumed the food service director position in 1998.

Mrs. McKee and her husband, Tom, have 3 children, Angie, Lisa, and Thom.

bmckee@dl.noacsc.org

Cafeteria Cooks

Mrs. Carol Schuerman (Cashier), Mrs. Mary Ann Garber, Mrs. Virginia Klenz, Mrs. Janet Klaus, Mrs. Joyce McElroy

Mr. Greg Subler

Mr. Subler is currently the janitor at the high school.

Mr. Subler and his wife, Sherry, have 3 children, Brandy, Babette, and Shira.

Mr. David Hoffman

Mr. Hoffman has been at Jefferson since 1974.  He is currently the Athletic Director.  He graduated from Ohio State University. 

He and his wife Jan have two sons Matt and Greg.

dhoffman@dl.noacsc.org 

Mrs. Stacey  Ricker, MS, RN, NCSN

Mrs. Ricker is the school nurse for Franklin Elementary, Jefferson Middle School, Jefferson High School, and Landeck Elementary. She has been employed with Delphos City Schools since 1999 with four years critical care nursing experience prior to school nursing. Mrs. Ricker received her Bachelors degree from Bowling Green State University/Medical College of Ohio and holds a permanent School Nurse License with the Ohio Department of Education. Mrs. Ricker received her Master's Degree from Wright State University in 2007 and passed the National School Nurse Certification exam in July of 2007.

Mrs. Ricker is Married to Eric and they have three sons, Devin, Blake and Brady.

ricker@dl.noacsc.org

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