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Joy Vander Vennen

I am thrilled that God has led me to Ada Christian School. It is with great excitement that I look forward to being the Elementary Principal. I have a deep love for the Lord and for Christian Education and that fact that I get to be in a place that values both is a gift.  My husband and I have four children who have all attended West Side Christian School and have graduated or are currently attending Calvin Christian High School. My hope in raising my own children and being in a Christian school is to inspire young people to be devoted followers of Christ.  

I received my Elementary Ed. degree from Purdue NW and my masters in Ed. Leadership from Grand Canyon University. I have been in education in one way shape or form for about 30 years as a classroom teacher, and administrator, and an Admissions Director and have seen God move in all of those positions.

I am originally from the south suburbs of Chicago, but now call Grand Rapids, Michigan my home. My family loves to go fishing and be outside. I love to read, watch game shows, and get to know people. My favorite beverage is Diet Dr. Pepper and I stop at Speedway every morning! 

Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.