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	Miss Beth Wilson Kindergarten Miss Wilson is an alumna of Bethany Academy. She graduated from Bethel University with a degree in Education. Her previous experience involves teaching four and five year olds. Beth is blessed by the opportunity to come back to BA and teach in a Christ-centered environment. This is her second year at Bethany Academy.
	Mrs. Bonnie Dahlen First Grade Mrs. Dahlen has taught at Bethany Academy for 26 years. She graduated from Bethany College of Missions and then received her B.S. from Mayville State University in North Dakota. Bonnie and her husband, Tom, were missionaries in Brazil for 15 years before coming to the Academy. The Dahlens have two sons and one daughter who are alumni and a grandson who is attending Bethany Academy.
	Mrs. Laurie Dahlen First Grade Mrs. Dahlen has her B.S. degree in Elementary Education from Minnesota State University, Mankato. This is her third year at Bethany Academy. She has a passion for sharing her faith and she loves children’s literature. Laurie’s husband, Steve, is an alumnus of Bethany Academy and they have one son.
	Miss Joni Parrish Second Grade, Coach Miss Parrish is an alumna of Bethany Academy. She graduated from Northwestern College with a B.S. in Elementary Education and Bible. She has a heart for missions and has been on several mission trips. Joni is in her fifth year teaching at Bethany Academy. She also coaches the JV girls' basketball team.
	Mrs. JayAnn Ray Third Grade Mrs. Ray is an alumna of Bethany Academy and graduated from Northwestern College with a degree in Elementary Education. She taught previously at BA for six years and then took some time off to raise her family. This is her second year back on staff. She and her husband, Jeff, also an alumnus of the Academy, have three daughters who attend BA.
	Mrs. Marlene Smith Fourth Grade Mrs. Smith attended Bethany Academy and is a graduate of Crown College where she earned a B.S. degree in Elementary Education. This is her second year teaching at the Academy, though she has 13 years of previous teaching experience. Marlene has a heart for Christian education and the eternal impact it brings to the lives of our students. She and her husband, Steve, have a daughter who attends BA.
	Miss Brittany Lardani Fifth Grade Miss Lardani is a graduate of Bethel University with a degree in Education and an emphasis in Science. This is Brittany's second year at Bethany Academy. She feels blessed to be a part of a school where the common goal is to make an impact for the Lord.
	Mr. Tim Morrison Elementary Principal Sixth Grade, Coach Mr. Morrison graduated from the University of Minnesota with a B.S. in Elementary Education and has a Masters Degree in Education in Curriculum and Instruction. Though in his eighth year at BA, he has 20 years of teaching experience. He also coaches girls' JV soccer. He enjoys reading, bicycling and volunteering for church activities. Tim and his wife, Wendy, have one daughter who attends Northwestern College.
	Mrs. Jane Allison Music Mrs. Allison is in her 21st year at Bethany Academy as the Elementary Music Specialist. She also accompanies the secondary music groups. She has an extensive background in theory and composition, vocal and instrumental arranging, church music, and Hebraic music. Jane has enjoyed a career in music ministry that spans four decades and stretches over three continents. The Allisons have two sons who are alumni of Bethany Academy.
	Mr. Mark Arneson 4th Band, Junior & Secondary Band Mr. Arneson attended Valley City State University and Moorhead State. He's also studied with a world renowned Jazz Instructor with an emphasis on music theory and arrangement. Mark is also on the roster with the Grammy nominated Minnesota Orchestra. He has taught at North Central University and has given private lessons as well. He also has his own recording studio, producing various local artists. This is Mark's second year at BA and he is honored to work with our incredibly talented and respected staff.
	Mr. Ben Rosenbush Elementary Band, Secondary Choir This is Mr. Rosenbush's second year at Bethany Academy. He graduated from Belmont University in Nashville with a Music degree. He has also taught private lessons and worked as Worship Director of New Life Church. He is a passionate educator who loves to empower his students with the tools and inspiration needed to reach their potential as musicians and as followers of Christ.
	Mrs. Ginger Kendrick Physical Education This is Mrs. Kendrick’s 10th year at Bethany Academy. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh with a degree in Physical Education and Health. Ginger and her husband, Tim, have a son, one daughter who attends the Academy and one who is a graduate of BA.
	Mrs. Kelli Kasperek Admissions Director Librarian Mrs. Kasperek has a B.S. degree in Education from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. This is her 8th year at Bethany Academy. Kelli and her husband, Tom, have two children who attend the Academy and one who is a graduate of BA. She is grateful to work in an environment where God gets the glory in all that we do.