Posts in Elementary School

Eastern Christian School welcomes Jesse Fritzsch as our preschool and elementary school art teacher. An EC alumna, she graduated from Messiah College with a bachelor's degree in studio art and a minor in psychology. She also holds a master’s in art therapy from School of Visual Arts in New York.  Please tell us about yourself.…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Allan Campbell as a custodian. Allan holds a certificate in building and engineering from Dinthill Technical High School Jamaica, and both automotive technician and HVAC certificates from Thomas Learning.  Please tell us about yourself. I was born in the beautiful Caribbean Island of Jamaica where I spent my first thirty years…

Eastern Christian School welcomes McKenzie Paladine as the art teacher in our upper elementary and middle school. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and master’s in childhood education both from SUNY Cortland.  Please tell us about yourself. Although I’m originally from New York, New Jersey has always held a special place in my heart.…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Elizabeth Botbyl as a kindergarten teacher. Elizabeth is an alumna of EC and graduated from Eastern University with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education.  Please tell us about yourself. I grew up in North Haledon and attended Eastern Christian from a young age. When I am not in my classroom,…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Sarah Martin as a fourth grade teacher. An EC alumna, she graduated from Liberty University with degrees in K-12 special education and PK-6 general education.  Please tell us about yourself. I grew up in Midland Park, New Jersey. I enjoy reading, spending time with my family and friends, and traveling. My…

Eastern Christian School welcomes Christina Strange as a fourth grade teacher. She received a Bachelor’s degree in education of the deaf and hard of hearing from The College of New Jersey and her master’s in literacy from American College of Education. She is a proud EC parent and is returning to EC after completing her…

Eastern Christian’s Herald is a great look at the past 6 months at EC. It includes news from all three school campuses, foundation news, alumni news, upcoming events and more! The Herald is a fantastic way for alumni and members of the current school community to learn more about what’s going on at EC. Check…

I hope you are enjoying a wonderful summer filled with rest, recreation, and renewal. It’s been a busy season at Eastern Christian School as we eagerly prepare to welcome new students, staff, and programs. Below are some exciting updates: Spiritual Theme The spiritual theme for 2025-2026 is “Abide in Christ,” with John 15:4-5 as our…

The spiritual theme for 2025-2026 is “Abide in Christ” with John 15:4-5 as our key verses: “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides…