A Mission of Saint Ann Church
5105 Charlotte Ave
Nashville, TN 37209
Tel: 615.269.0568
Fax: 615.297.1383
school@stannnash.org
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Saint Ann's Teachers
- Kindergarten - Elizabeth Wilson
- First Grade - Rachel Boyd
- Second Grade - Theresa Signaigo
- Third Grade - Martha Merzbacher
- Fourth Grade - Cathy Sharbel
- Fifth Grade/Science - Beth Coode
- Sixth Grade/Math - Kasey Wiley
- Seventh Grade/Global Studies - Amanda Walker
- Eighth Grade/Religion - Sandra Bennett
- Athletic Director/Health & Fitness/Visual Arts - Karen Herrmann
- Music Arts and Theatre Arts - Marcina Clark
- Spanish - Theresa Bertrand
- ExtraCare Director/Math - Ryan O'Hara
- Additional Saint Ann Staff
Elizabeth Wilson
Kindergarten
- B.S in Elementary Education from MTSU.
- Kindergarten Certification from Trevecca University.
- Has worked at Saint Ann over 25 years.
- Taught preschool for 6 years and Kindergarten for 2 years before joining the Saint Ann staff in 1986.
- Oversees daily dismissal.
- Sponsors game club.
Send an email to Elizabeth Wilson
615.277.9640
Mrs. Wilson's Class PageRachel Boyd
First Grade
- B.S. in Early Childhood Education with dual major in Special Education from University of Tennessee-Chattanooga.
- This is her 2nd year teaching at Saint Ann.
- Graduate of Father Ryan High School and an alum of Saint Ann School.
- Loves to coach cross country and basketball at Saint Ann School.
615.277.9641
Theresa Signaigo
Second Grade
- B.S. in Education from Kennesaw State.
- Worked at a GA public school as an after school teacher during college.
- Previously taught a combined class of 1st & 3rd grade for a private Christian school in Kennesaw, GA.
- This is her 3rd year teaching at Saint Ann.
- Born and raised in Georgia.
- Thoroughly enjoys being coach of Forensics at Saint Ann School.
Send an email to Theresa Signaigo
615.277.9642
Martha Merzbacher
Third Grade
- B.S. from MTSU and endorsements from Trevecca College.
- This is her 18th year teaching at Saint Ann.
- Coach of the Forensics Team and member of the Advisory Council for the Junior National Honor Society.
- Professional Catechist for the Diocese of Nashville.
- Nominated for "DisneyHand Teacher Award" for creativity in teaching (2006).
- Multiple nominee for "Who’s Who in Education" by former students.
- Graduate of Father Ryan High School and an alumna of Saint Ann School.
Send an email to Martha Merzbacher
615.277.9643
Cathy Sharbel
Fourth Grade
- B.S. in Elementary Education from Notre Dame College.
- M.A. in Religious Studies from University of Notre Dame.
- Professional Catechist for the Diocese of Nashville.
- 25th year teaching in Catholic schools.
- This is her 4th year teaching at Saint Ann.
- Graduate of Father Ryan High School.
Send an email to Cathy Sharbel
615.277.9644
Beth Coode
Fifth Grade Homeroom / Upper School Science
- B.S. in Elementary Education from University of Tennessee.
- Professional Catechist Certification for the Diocese of Nashville.
- 23 years teaching at Saint Ann School.
- Membership in: NCEA, NMSA (National Middle School Association), (NCSS) National Council for the Social Studies, National Science Teachers Association.
- Participant in Asian Studies program through Columbia University and the University of Tennessee.
- Participant in Asian Geography Studies through Middle Tennessee State University.
- Nominated for Disney Exceptional Teacher of the Year and Who’s Who in Education.
615.277.9646
Kasey Wiley
Sixth Grade Homeroom / Upper School Math
- B.A. from Purdue University.
- M.S. in Biomechanical Engineering from Texas Tech University.
- Master of Teaching from Trevecca Nazarene University.
- This is his 7th year teaching at Saint Ann.
615.277.9647
Amanda Walker
Seventh Grade / Upper School Global Studies
- B.A in Elementary Education from Florida Atlantic University.
- Majored in Business, Troy State University.
- 12 years of experience in teaching elementary age students.
- Worked for 9 years as administrator, coordinator and teacher at a large summer camp for children.
- Chosen as Brilliant Orange Award finalist for Most Outstanding First Year Teacher in Hendry County, FL.
- Earned Model Classroom Certification and Master Classroom Certification in Accelerated Reading from the Institute for Academic Excellence.
- This is Ms. Walker's first year teaching at Saint Ann School.
Send an email to Amanda Walker
615.277.9648
Sandra Bennett
Eighth Grade Homeroom / Upper School Religion / Curriculum Director
- B.S. in Elementary Education from Austin Peay State University.
- Master Teacher: Tennessee Association of Independent Schools.
- Professional Catechist for the Diocese of Nashville.
- 29 years at Saint Ann.
- Past president of Diocese of Nashville Middle School Forensics League.
- Member of National Catholic Education Association, National Council of Teachers of English, and the National Middle School Association.
- Serves on SACS Accreditation Review teams.
Send an email to Sandra Bennett
615.277.9649
Karen Herrmann
Athletic Director / Health & Fitness Instructor / Visual Arts instructor
- B.A. in Journalism from Belmont.
- 15th year teaching at Saint Ann (four years teaching 2nd grade; eleven years teaching Health & Fitness/Art/Athletic Director).
- Has also taught at Saint Pius X (4th Grade) and Overbrook (3rd Grade).
- A member of the Diocesan Athletic Council for 11 years and held the position of President for one of those years and is currently the DAC recording secretary.
- Attended various conferences/seminars (similar to SPARKS held in Memphis (attended summer 2004) and other hosted by USTA (United States Tennis Association) and TAPHERD (Tennessee Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance).
Health & Fitness Curriculum Map
Send an email to Karen Herrmann
615.277.9657
Marcina Clark
Music Arts and Theatre Arts
- Bachelor of Music from Belmont University, Major in Piano Pedagogy.
- Kindermusik Certification.
- Attended Tennessee Arts Academy at Belmont University Summer 2011.
- A seasoned church music director. Served as music director or organist at Saint Ann Church for 11 years. Currently cantors at Saint Ann Church.
- Current director of music for children and youth at Vine Street Christian Church.
- Current director of the prep chorus for Blair Children's Choruses at Vanderbilt University.
- Has accompanied choruses for Blair, W.O. Smith Nashville Community Music School and Chorister Guild Festivals.
- This is her 11th year teaching music at Saint Ann’s School.
Send an email to Marcina Clark
615.277.9658
Theresa Bertrand
Spanish
- B.A. Political Science, Social Studies, and Spanish Certification from the University of Louisiana-Lafayette.
- M.A. Spanish from the University of Mississippi.
- M.A. Latin American History from the University of Louisiana-Lafayette.
- ESL Certification from the University of Memphis.
- 21 years teaching experience.
- Member of Tennessee Foreign Language Teachers Association.
- Member of American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese.
- Presenter at American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese Conference in Guadalajara, Mexico, July 2010.
- Member of American Council of the Teaching of Foreign Languages, National Network for Early Language Learning.
- This is her 7th year teaching at Saint Ann.
Send an email to Theresa Bertrand
615.277.9655
Ryan O'Hara
ExtraCare Director / Upper School Math
- B. S. in Elementary Education with teacher certification from Middle Tennessee University.
- Took extensive college courses in Math and Science.
- This is his 2nd year teaching at St. Ann.
- Worked as a sub prior to joining the staff at St. Ann.
- Has experience as J.A. teacher, summer camp baseball coach, and reading tutor.
- Born in Florida, but raised in Nashville almost all of his life.
- Attended Saint Henry School and Father Ryan High School.
615.277.9656
Rita Raymer
Parish Associate Administrator
- This is her 6th year with Saint Ann Parish.
- Helps all parents with tuition and bookkeeping questions.
- Previously employed at the Kroger Co., Saint Thomas Hospital, and Saint Patrick Church.
- Was the Youth Minister and Confirmation Coordinator at Saint Edward for 8 years.
- Attended Christ the King grade school and Fr. Ryan High School.
- Has 4 children & 2 grandchildren.
- "I enjoy working at Saint Ann Parish. The staff, parishioners and students make it a very special place to work!”
615.277.9674
John Foreman
Principal
- B.A. Saint Ambrose University.
- M.A. University of Notre Dame.
- Completing second graduate degree at MTSU.
- 10th year at Saint Ann School; 25th year as a Catholic educator.
- Member of ISNA, and SACS school-level and district-level Quality Assurance Review Teams.
- Frequent presenter at SACS regional and National Conferences.
615.277.9651
Judy Graham
Asst. Principal / Librarian
- Graduate of Tennessee Tech University.
- Has taught in one capacity or another at Saint Ann for 20 years.
- Earned librarian’s license in 2000.
- Attends workshops for training in the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools accreditation process and is active in helping other schools attain their accreditation.
- Graduate of Saint Bernard Academy.
- Mrs. Graham loves the fact that her job not only allows her to be a lifelong learner with constant new challenges and projects, but that she gets to work with every child attending Saint Ann School. "My position at Saint Ann is an enviable one because our families are allowing me to help them prepare their most precious resources for a lifetime of learning."
615.277.9653
Vicky Nolan
Secretary
- This is her 7th year at Saint Ann School.
- Graduated from Father Ryan High School.
- Proud of her children and four grandchildren.
- Has enjoyed every minute of her 7 years at Saint Ann School and is looking forward to many more!
615.277.9650
Cedric Bullock
Maintenance
- This is his 18th year at Saint Ann Parish & School.
- Also worked at Ethan Allen, C & J Cleaning, and Saint James Church.
615.277.9659
Mauni Mitchel
Catholic Charities School Counselor
- Graduate of the University of Tennessee School of Social Work.
- Is an individual and family therapist at Saint Mary Villa Campus with a specialty in Play Therapy.
- Has worked at many Catholic Schools and has been at Saint Ann for 19 years.
Send an email to Mauni Mitchel
615.269.0568 X3679
Marie Gilland
Catholic Charities School Counselor
- Masters Degree in Social Work from UT Knoxville.
- Current Program Coordinator of Child Welfare Programs at Catholic Charities.
- Has work and volunteer experience with Hope Clinic for Women, Miriam’s Promise, Prevent Child Abuse Tennessee, and Exchange Club Family Center.
- Is a member of the Community Advisory Board of Davidson County for the Tennessee Department of Children’s Services.
- Is a member of the National Association of Social Workers.
Send an email to Marie Gilland
615.354.9506
Pam Mrzena
St. Charles Catering (Saint Ann Food Service)
- Second year at Saint Ann School.
- Third year working for St. Charles Catering.
- Loves children and has a son Ivan who is the greatest!
- Is a former teacher who is taking a break from the classroom to raise her son.
- Originally from Illinois and now living in Murfreesboro.
Send an email to St. Charles Catering
813.728.2515