High School Staff Directory
Anderson, Teri
High School Special Education, Head girls' track
High School
My family includes a wonderful husband, three grown sons, and a daughter-in-law. I have a BA from NWC and a masters degree in special education. My family is very active and we love to travel. I am also an avid reader.
Balt, Travis
9-12 Vocal Music
High School
Education:
– MOC-FV ’14
– B.A. University of Sioux Falls ’18
Music Education & Performance
Previously Taught:
Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools – Sioux Falls, SD
Elementary Music & Orchestra
Webster City Community School District – Webster City, IA
Middle School General Music and Choirs
Currently:
I am the HS Vocal Music Teacher and conduct Concert Choir, Freshmen Choir, and the MOC-FV Chamber Singers. In addition, I lead all singing activities and am a Co-Director for the Fall Musicals.
In my free time I am involved with The Northwest Iowa Singers, LeMars Community Theatre, and love to watch TV and be with family.
Bauman, Becca
K-12 PE
Elementary School, High School
My name is Mrs. Bauman. I graduated with a BA in physical education and health from Northwestern college. I love teaching students how to be life long movers and enjoy coaching at MOC-FV. Outside of school I enjoy kayaking, hiking, camping, and most of all spending time with family and friends.
Bonnecroy, Jack
Communications Director
Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Superintendent's Office
Jack Bonnecroy graduated from Northwestern College in 2012 with a degree in Computer Information Systems. After having previously worked at MOC-Floyd Valley in the technology department, he’s returned as the Communications Director. Outside of work, you can find him helping with the Pride of the Dutchmen Marching Band, crewing for the local hot air balloon, or helping out on the family farm.
Bonnema, Adam
8-12 Industrial Technology / Robotics Coach
High School
I began teaching in 2019. I went back to school after 12+ years as a contractor doing construction and remodel work and received my bachelors degree in Industrial Technology Education. I live in Orange City with my wife, Tammy, who also works at the high school as a special education paraeducator. We have two kids, James and Emma, and a dog named Jasmine. When I’m not making things or teaching students, I love being outdoors hiking, camping, cycling, backpacking, mountain biking, climbing, and basically anything else that gets me out into nature. I am also a leader for our local scout troop.
Bundt, Joel
Mathematics
High School
BA in mathematics from NWC. MA in educational administration from BVU. Privileged husband of Melissa and father for Josiah, Simeon, Ezra, Evelyn, Lucas, and Joseph. When not teaching, coaching, or working on technology, I enjoy working on my acreage and enjoying time with my family.
Burmakow, Sara
High School Science—Biology, Advanced Biology, Forensics
High School
Hometown: Paullina, IA
Schooling: Received both my Bachelors Degree and Masters of Education from Northwestern College in Orange City.
Hobbies/Interest: I love spending time with family and friends outside of school by shopping, spending time outside, watching sports, and cheering on the Red Raiders!
Buse, Alicia
High School/Algebra 1 and Geometry
High School
I grew up in Melvin graduating from Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn in 2000. (Mr. Adams was my principal in 8th grade and last 2 years of high school.) I then went to NCC for 2 years and then transferred to UNI getting my bachelors degree in secondary math education. Some of my hobbies that I enjoy are being outside, riding horses, and playing racquetball and wallyball.
Cleveringa, Molly
8-12 Agriculture and FFA Advisor
High School
I graduated from South Dakota State University with my BA in Agriculture Education in 2016. I have been married to my husband for a year and half we enjoy spending time together outside with our dog, Charlie.
De Zeeuw, Doug
Chemistry / Physics
High School
My hometown is Hawarden, IA. I graduated from Northwestern College and received my master’s degree from Morningside College. I am married to Marlene De Zeeuw. I enjoy flying my hot air balloon, hiking, traveling, golfing, and spending time with my friends.
De Zeeuw, Marlene
6th-12th Teacher Librarian, 9th-12th TAG
High School, Middle School
I grew up on a dairy farm near New Sharon, IA. I attended Wartburg College in Waverly, IA and received my master’s degree from Morningside College. My husband, Doug, and I enjoy flying our hot air balloon when the weather allows. I thoroughly enjoy opportunities to travel, hike, read, bake, and spend time with family and friends.
Gilmore, Van
Physical Science
High School
Hometown: Clarinda, IA (Southwest Iowa)
Colleges Attended: Highland Community College / University of Iowa / Northwest Missouri State University / NWMSU is where I received my undergrad and masters degree
Family: I am married to my beautiful wife Molly and have 3 awesome daughters: Zoey, Beau, and Kemper
Hobbies: Sports, fishing, and the outdoors are my biggest hobbies
Gonzales, Allison
Para-educator
High School
I’m married to my husband Christopher Gonzales of 10 years. I have 2 girls. Lucille is 5 and in kindergarten. Laila is 2 and is wild and crazy. This is my first year at MOC-FV as a para.
Gustafson, Darbi
Special Education
High School
I grew up in Ethan, SD. I graduated from Northwestern College with a degree Elementary Education and endorsements in K-12 special education and coaching. I am also coaching freshman girls’ basketball at MOC-FV.
Haverdink, Laura
Orchestra Teacher: Grades 3-12
Elementary School, High School, Middle School
Northwestern College: B.A. in Music Education and Physical Education with a Coaching Endorsement
Hegstad, Grant
High School Assistant Principal / Career Coordinator
High School
BA: Northwestern College (Business Education; Special Education; Coaching)
M. Ed: University of Sioux Falls (Masters of Educational Leadership)
I am married to Jen, and we have four children. In our free time, we enjoy being outside, spending time with our families, and cheering on our favorite teams. Go Dutch!
Dutch FB: https://www.facebook.com/MOC-Floyd-Valley-Dutch-Football-1521684641468329/?ref=bookmarks
MOC-FV CAPS: https://twitter.com/MOCFV_CAPS
Held, Jamie
HS English
High School
Graduated from Wayne State College in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in English Education.
Hofmeyer, Paige
High School Secretary
High School
My husband, Chad, and I live on a farm south of Orange City. We have two boys, Colby and Kinnick.
Honken, Matthew
High School Band, Jazz Band, Middle School Lessons
High School, Middle School
I grew up in northwest Iowa, and graduated from Northwestern College in 2015, receiving my B.A. in Music Education. At the high school, I co-direct the Pride of the Dutchmen Marching band with Mr. Mangold, and teach our top jazz ensemble. I also teach middle school band lessons and direct the 7th and 8th grade jazz bands. My wife, a 4th grade teacher at Orange City Elementary, and I are both very proud to teach for MOC-Floyd Valley Schools!
Jeltema, Pam
High School Secretary
High School
I work at MOC-FV as the high school secretary and secretary to the principal. I love working with the staff and students every day. I am married to my husband Allen and we have two children and one daughter in law. We enjoy lots of outdoor activities and sports.
Koenig, Liz
High School & Middle School Counselor
High School, Middle School
Following graduation from ISU (Go Cyclones!), I worked in family services and raised our children until I completed my Master’s degree at BVU to become a School Counselor. I spent six years as an elementary School Counselor and now thoroughly enjoy investing in the High School & Middle School youth of MOC-FV! My husband, Nick, and I are blessed with three kids: Max, Anna, & Jack. We enjoy spending time with friends and going on adventures as a family. I am blessed to serve our community at MOC-FV!
Langton, Elizabeth
Spanish 1, 2, & 4
High School
Hola! My name is Beth Langton, and this year is my 21st year of teaching Spanish and 6th year here at MOC-FV. I graduated with my BA in Spanish from Northwestern College in 2002, and I completed my master’s degree in Education from NWC in 2022. I previously taught Spanish for 11 years at Valley Christian Schools in Cerritos, California, and four years at Sheldon High School. In my free time I enjoy traveling to Spanish speaking countries, reading, and spending time with my husband, Bandy, and our two sons, Ben (13) and Daniel (8).
Lemke, Drew
Middle School Band
High School, Middle School
I spent the first 10 years of my life in Upstate New York, and ever since I have lived in Orange City, Iowa. I live with my wife Amanda (middle school choir) and our dog Margie. I graduated from Northwestern College in 2017 and have loved working at MOC- Floyd Valley ever since. Besides directing the middle school concert and marching bands, I enjoy assisting with our high school marching band every fall.
Mangold, Dan
High School Band Director
High School
Mr. Dan Mangold is currently in his 8th year as Co-Director of Bands at MOC-Floyd Valley High School in Orange City, IA. His responsibilities include directing one of the two high school concert bands, directing Jazz 2, teaching lessons, and serving as co-director of the Pride of the Dutchmen Marching Band. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Northwestern College and his Master of Music Degree from the University of Northern Iowa.
Nessa, Sara
Special Education Teacher/ SCI / 9-12
High School
I received a BA in Elementary Education from Northwestern College, K-8 Instructional Strategist I and K-12 Instructional Strategist II endorsements and a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) from Morningside College. I am married and have three children. We enjoy spending time outdoors as a family and I love cheering on my favorite sports teams, including MOC-FV. Go Dutch!
Niemyer, Jade
Business Ed.
High School
I received my BA in Business Education from Buena Vista College in 1992. I later earned my Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree from Morningside College 2010. My wife Angie and I have 3 children; Trey, Bailie and Delanie. As a family, we enjoy spending time together at Okoboji and traveling. GO DUTCH!!!
Pfaffle, David
K-12 Math Coach
High School
Bachelor’s of Science Degree Buena Vista University
Master’s of Education Degree Morningside College
Pfaffle, Kayti
High School ELL and Spanish IV Instructor
High School
I received my Bachelor Degree in Spanish from California Baptist University, my Secondary Teaching Degree from Northwestern College, and my Masters Degree in Education and ELL from Morningside College. I lived in both Costa Rica and Mexico, and have since spent time in several other countries. I enjoy traveling, social-networking, and lifelong learning!
Raymond, Beth
Family and Consumer Sciences
High School
I received my Bachelor of Science Degree from Wayne State College in Home Economics and Health Education in 1994. I earned a master’s degree from Wayne State College in Curriculum and Instruction in 2003.
Along with my husband Darin, I live in Le Mars, Iowa where Darin has been the Plymouth County Attorney for the past 30 years. Our children Walker (22) and Katelyn (21) are young adults finishing their college degrees at Northwestern College and the University of Iowa. We enjoy golf, riding motorcycles, boating, and spending time with family and friends.
Rupp, Renee
SCI Paraeducator High School
High School
I grew up in Marcus, Ia. I went to Buena Vista for 2 years and then transferred to UNI. I am married to Tom Rupp and we have 3 boys.
Sandbulte, Patricia
English I
High School
I earned my teaching degree from Morningside College in 1995, and I have been teaching ever since. I’m currently in my 19th year of teaching at MOC-FV after spending time in the classrooms of Iowa Falls, West Sioux, and South O’Brien. I live in Sioux Center with my husband, Harv and my children, Sadie and Jacob. Sadie is currently a freshman at USD majoring in Spanish education, and Jacob is a sophomore at Unity majoring in Fortnite. 🙂 I am so blessed to be part of the Dutch family, and I look forward to working with your children in English I!
Schaver, Zach
High School Math: Geometry and Algebra 2
High School
I grew up in Morrison, Illinois where most of my family still lives. I graduated from Dordt University in 2015 with a Secondary Education and Mathematics degree and I graduated Northwestern College in 2019 with my masters in education. In addition to teaching, I coach football and teach Drivers Ed.
Stanislav, Ashley
9th Grade World History, Social Issues, Modern U.S. History
High School
I graduated from Northwestern in 2006 and am a proud Raider to this day! I live in Orange City with my husband, Kendall, and three children, Mady, Drew, and Jack. When we aren’t busy wtih MOC-FV activities (Go Dutch!), some of our favorite family activities are homemade pizza movie nights, cheering on the Red Raider men’s soccer team, and supporting Tottenham Hotspur F.C. (Premier League soccer club).
Stauffer, Laura
HS Special Ed & Foundations of Ed
High School
I earned a BA in elementary education from Northwestern with endorsements in K-12 special ed and K-12 reading. I went on to get my Master’s from Morningside College. I’m married to Joel (HS English and Speech teacher). We live in Orange City with our 3 children.
Stauffer, Joel
Instructor/English-Speech/11th-12th grade
High School
Mr. Stauffer has been a part of the MOC-Floyd Valley family for the past 22 years. He is originally from Greene, Iowa, but now resides in Orange City with his lovely wife, Laura, and their children, William, Thomas, and Emily. Stauffer has received his BA and MA degrees from the University of Northern Iowa in the fields of Communication, Theatre Arts, and English education. Mr. Stauffer believes that speech and performance are two of the most worthwhile activities for developing self-confidence in young people. Other activities to which Stauffer volunteers his time include: announcing at or participating in various school-related functions, announcing at the Tulip Festival Mode Show, and crewing for a local hot air balloon “Up and Atom.”
Thompson, Jake
Special Education
High School
I graduated from Buena Vista University in 2022 with a degree in K-12 physical education and coaching, along with an endorsement in 5-12 special education. Along with teaching, I am an assistant coach with the boys basketball team.
Van Es, Jolyn
Business Education
High School
I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Education from Northwestern College and a Master’s Degree in Curriculum & Instruction from Dordt College. I also officiate high school volleyball, and coach middle school basketball and high school softball. I have been teaching at MOC-Floyd Valley for over 25 years. I love to travel in the summer and see new parts of the country. I enjoy watching college football & basketball whenever possible – GO TAR HEELS!
Van Ommeren, Kristina
Para-educator
High School
I’m married, we have 3 kids, and we live in Alton. This is my 2nd year working as a para-educater in the High School. I love working with the kids in our room, they are a joy to be around.
Van Voorst, Ashley
Nurse
High School, Middle School
I am a nurse in both the Middle School and High School locations. I am married to Mark, who serves as an Air Force Crew Chief. We have three children; Landan, Ava, and Paxtan. I like to read, write and be involved in the community. As a family we enjoy camping, off-roading in our jeep and playing cards or board games.
Warntjes, Taylor
Government, Behavior Science, Economics, and Lit and World Affairs
High School
I am a 2008 Northwestern College graduate and a lifelong resident of Northwest Iowa. My wife and I have 3 kids and we love to travel and spend time with family.
Zeutenhorst, Nancy
Lunchroom Cashier/Office Assistant
High School
I am married to Darlo Zeutenhorst. We are blessed with 4 sons, 1 daughter, 4 daughters-in-law, 2 grandsons and 4 granddaughters. I enjoy going on the boat with Darlo, doing handwork (sewing, knitting, crocheting, embroidery, etc.), playing piano and organ. I love snowdays!