LVPA Faculty (Complete List)
Allred, Tiffany — Figure Skating Faculty
tallred@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971
Tiffany A. Allred is an AFAA Certified Personal Trainer and aerobics instructor and holds the NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist designation. Based in Lehigh Valley, PA, she works with a variety of clients from the Saucon Valley & Lehigh Country Clubs, Lehigh Valley Performing Arts High School, and Lehigh University. READ MORE
Ayers, Gwen — Director of Education Support Services
gayers@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.125
Mrs. Ayers finds the performing arts high school to be an exciting and rewarding place to teach. She has a strong appreciation for the intersection between creative and academic pursuits. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre from Windham College in Vermont. READ MORE
Bardales, Magna — Spanish Faculty
mbardales@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.105
My name is Magna Rosa Bardales, and I am originally from Perú. I have lived in the United States for 15 years. I hold a BA degree in Social Work, and a MA degree in Spanish Language and Culture. READ MORE
Bauer, Andy — Director of Instrumental Music
abauer@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.129
Andy Bauer earned a Master of Music degree and Performer’s Certificate in euphonium from the Eastman School of Music and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University of PA. Aside from his full time teaching schedule, Mr. Bauer also maintains an active roll as a freelance performer on trombone and euphonium. READ MORE
Bickert, Kelly Minner — Director of Special Programs
Theatre Faculty
kminner@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.144
Kelly Minner is a graduate of DeSales University with a BA in Theatre and Performing Arts. Kelly has performed many roles since beginning her career with LVPA; starting in the English Department, then moving into Theatre and Administration. READ MORE
Blaszkowski, Patrice — Coordinator of Humanities
French Faculty
pblaszkowski@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.103
Pat Blaszkowski (Madame B.) has been teaching French at LVPA since the 2004-2005 school year. She is a 1978 graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania, cum laude, with BS degrees in Secondary Education of French and German, and a MS ED degree, specializing in Curriculum and Instruction, from Capella University in 2009. READ MORE
Bougher, Julie — Instrumental Music Faculty
jbougher@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.175
Julie Bougher has been playing the violin since the age of 5. She holds Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees from Temple University and has performed in orchestras and ensembles throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. READ MORE
Brinker, Roger — Visual Art Faculty
rbrinker@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.111
Roger Brinker is a graduate of Temple University’s Tyler School of Art. Joining the LVPA Visual Art Department in 2005, he teaches foundation drawing and figure drawing, sculpture, and contracted study. READ MORE
Brown, Chet — Vocal Music Faculty
cbrown@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.174
Chet Brown has been a part of the music scene in Philadelphia his entire life. As a child, he sang gospel in church and studied piano, trumpet and other instruments. As a young adult, he was involved in teaching at Lighthouse Arts and Music Camp in Pottsville, PA. READ MORE
Casilio, Megan — Math Faculty
mcasilio@lvpa.org
610-868-2971 Ext.143
Miss Casilio grew up locally attending Salisbury School District where she was active in the school community as a varsity cheerleader, prom committee member, Students Against Destructive Decisions member, Student Council member, and Math Club member. READ MORE
Covelle, Stephanie — Director of Guidance
scovelle@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.130
Student Caseload: 9th – 12th Grade last names A – C
Stephanie Covelle returns to LVPA as the Director of Guidance. She is originally from the northern suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. Stephanie came to the Lehigh Valley to attend Lehigh University as an undergraduate student. As an undergrad, she majored in English with a minor in Sociology, ultimately graduating with departmental honors. READ MORE
DiBussolo, Frank — Coordinator, Jazz Studies
fdibussolo@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.128
Frank DiBussolo (Dr. D.) has been a professional musician since 1965. During this time he has worked with Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Diana Ross, Diane Carroll, Vicky Carr, Bob Hope, George Burns and Dom DeLouise and others. READ MORE
Ditmer, Ellen — Vocal Music Faculty
editmer@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.127
Currently, at LVPA, Miss Ellen Ditmer directs the Women’s Choir, 9/10 Choir, and Show Choir, and teaches piano technique, vocal technique, music theory, and music history classes. Miss Ditmer earned a B.S. in Music Education from Lebanon Valley College in 2002, with a piano concentration. READ MORE
Dobrowolski, Diane Wagner — Director of Theatre
dwagner@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.146
Diane Wagner Dobrowolski received her B.A. in English from DeSales University and her M.F.A in Acting from Louisiana State University. She has worked professionally as an actress for many years. As a member of the Actor’s Equity Association, Diane has performed in numerous productions across the country. READ MORE
Ehrsam, Dolly — Nurse
nurse@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.136
Eicher, Gregory — Instrumental Music Faculty
geicher@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.168
Greg Eicher’s professional music career began in Kansas City in 1980 when he began playing with such prominent musicians as Dizzy Gillespie, Mose Allison, Eddie Harris, Jimmy Witherspoon, and toured with Eddie “Cleanhead” Vincent. READ MORE
Evans, Cynthia — Math Faculty
cevans@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.183
Cyndi Evans is a 1988 graduate of Penn State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education/Mathematics. In 2009, she earned her Master of Science degree from the University of Scranton in Curriculum and Instruction. READ MORE
Farrell, Molly — Dance Faculty
mfarrell@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.173
Molly Farrell is a Lehigh Valley native who received her initial training from Repertory Dance Theatre under the direction Dolly Haltzman and Jennifer Haltzman-Tracy. READ MORE
Fehlinger, Sharon — Principal
sfehlinger@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext. 121
Sharon Fehlinger was selected as the Principal of LVPA for the start of the 2011-2012 school year. Ms. Fehlinger earned a Masters degree in Educational Leadership from Lehigh University where she also received her Principal Certification. READ MORE
Fitzpatrick, William — Director of Figure Skating
wfitzpatrick@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.182
Bill is a National Judge and Referee with the United States Figure Skating Association. His skating experience includes numerous National and International figure skating competitions – most prominently the U. S. Figure Skating Championships, Skate America, The European Championships and the World Championships. READ MORE
Fowler, Jodi — English Faculty
jfowler@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext. 102
Jodi Fowler was born and raised in northern New Jersey. She moved to Philadelphia, PA in 1998 where she attended Drexel University. She graduated Cum Laude from Drexel with her B.S. in Corporate Communications in 2002. READ MORE
Garner, Melissa — French Faculty
mgarner@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.167
Melissa teaches French, levels 1 & 2. This is her first year at LVPA and is thrilled to be teaching in an artistic community. READ MORE
Gehman, Christina — Office Assistant
cgehman@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.124
Golden, Jr., David — Instrumental Music Faculty
dgolden@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.176
David S. Golden, Jr. (SMSget) Retired member of The United States Air Force Concert Band from Washington D.C. During his 23 years of service from 1975 to 1998 he was assistant principal cornetist with the Concert Band and supported presidential performance duties for Presidents Carter through Clinton. READ MORE
Hamme, Patricia — Nurse
nurse@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.136
Hill, Jamie — Math Faculty
jhill@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.116
Ms. Hill grew up locally attending Southern Lehigh High School where she was active in the school community as a varsity athlete, choir member, and yearbook editor-in-chief . She attended Kutztown University where she continued as an athlete playing rugby and intramural soccer. READ MORE
Hoffman, Mary Anne — Dance Faculty
mhoffman@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.181
Mary Anne Hoffman began her dance training with Ronnie Clifford and the Ballet Guild of the Lehigh Valley under the direction of Alexi Ramov. She was a member of BGLV’s Apprentice and Performing Companies where she had featured roles in many ballets, most notably Swan Lake, Coppelia and the Nutcracker. READ MORE
Horvath, Jason — Visual Art Faculty
jhorvath@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.114
Jason Horvath has a BFA from Tyler School of Art at Temple University and his Teacher Certification from Moravian College. While studying at Tyler, he was a Studio Art major, with a strong focus on drawing and printmaking. READ MORE
Horvath, Stephanie — Science Faculty
shorvath@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.115
Mrs. Horvath received her B.A. in Biology from Bryn Mawr College in 1992. She then helped her husband run a business, cared for their three daughters, and worked as a substitute teacher until joining the faculty at LVPA in 2006. READ MORE
Juris, Jerry — Custodian
jjuris@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.134
Kurcz, Mary Ann — Vice Principal
mkurcz@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.161
Mary Ann Kurcz has been in education for more than 25 years. She began her teaching career as a middle school science teacher and is one of the original members of the LVPA staff. READ MORE
LaBelle, Diane — Executive Director
dlabelle@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.108
With more than 20 years experience in the field, LaBelle has become one of the premier arts education administrators in the country. Originally hired as a consultant to design and oversee construction of the GoggleWorks, LaBelle was named Executive Director in 2005 after successfully working with the board of directors to raise $15 million through a capital campaign to renovate the former Willson Goggle Factory. READ MORE
Lasso, Judy — Executive Secretary
jlasso@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.109
Lawrence, Amy — Dance Faculty
alawrence@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.123
Amy Lawrence is a professional dancer, teacher and choreographer who began her training in her home state of West Virginia. She then received her B.S. in dance from Radford University where she studied Graham modern technique from Pegeen Albig and classical ballet under the direction of Frano Jelincic and Dagmar Kessler. READ MORE
Macbeth, David — Director of Vocal Music
dmacbeth@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.159
David B. Macbeth, a founding vocal/choral faculty member of the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Performing Arts and current Vocal Department Artistic Director, conducts two of the school’s six choral ensembles, and teaches classes in honors level music history, Advanced Placement music theory, vocal techniques, and keyboarding. READ MORE
Maniscalco, Kim — Director of Dance
kmaniscalco@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.122
Kimberly Maniscalco is a professional dancer, teacher, and choreographer. She received her early training at the Toledo Ballet School and was a scholarship student at the San Francisco Ballet. Ms. Maniscalco was principle dancer with the Toledo Opera and Springfield Ballet Companies and also performed with Pittsburgh Dance Alloy and the Mary Miller Dance Company. READ MORE
Mast, Raina — Spanish Faculty
rmast@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext. 112
Raina Mast is an educator and artist. She was born and raised in the Lehigh Valley and has been teaching professionally since 2001. Ms. Mast received a B.A. from Dickinson College with a double major in Spanish and Fine Art. READ MORE
McGonigle, Keith — Instrumental Music Faculty
kmconigle@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.171
Keith McGonigle has been an active musician in the Lehigh Valley for over 10 years. Keith has studied with jazz drummers Gary Rissmiller and Byron Landham and education guru Tommy Igoe. READ MORE
Moore, Jenna — Vocal Music Faculty
jmoore@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.126
Jenna Lee Moore, soprano, is a vocal music teacher at the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Performing Arts. Ms. Moore specializes in vocal techniques, where she teaches and stages light opera arias and scenes in the yearly senior opera/musical revue. Ms. Moore is also the director of the 11/12th grade choir. READ MORE
Morris, Christopher — Theatre Faculty
cmorris@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.148
Christopher Morris serves as a full-time faculty member of the Theatre Department of LVPA teaching grades nine through twelve. Chris holds Bachelor’s degrees in Theatre Arts (performance and directing emphasis) and History, as well as a Master’s degree in Secondary Education from Bloomsburg University where he graduated in 2006 and 2007. READ MORE
Moyer, Rebecca — Dance Faculty
rmoyer@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.178
Rebecca Moyer has a B.A. in Dance and a B.A. in Business Management from DeSales University and a M.F.A. in Dance Choreography from State University of New York-Purchase College. READ MORE
Nauroth, Valerie — Figure Skating Faculty
vnauroth@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.170
Val is a long time skating instructor in the Lehigh Valley, who has a proven record of success in training USFSA Proficiency tests as well as competitive skating. READ MORE
Nesfeder, Amy — Social Studies Faculty
anesfeder@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.132
Amy Nesfeder received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science with minors in Communications and International Relations from Florida State University. While at Florida State, she was a member of the varsity swim team. READ MORE
Noll, Gary — Custodian
gnoll@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.134
Nolt, Suzannah — Figure Skating Faculty
snolt@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.186
Suzannah joins the LVPA Figure Skating Department with an extensive background in choreography and performance. She, along with her brother Jeff were National-level Pairs competitors, before moving on to professional careers. READ MORE
Nonnemacher, Debra — Director of Institutional Development and Advancement
dnonnemacher@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.154
Debra joined the staff as Development Director of The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Performing Arts, after working for eight years in non-profit fund raising. READ MORE
Pancoast, Bethany — Education Support Services
bpancoast@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.153
Miss Pancoast is very excited to be teaching in such an amazing school, where both the students and staff have a deep love for the arts. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Temple University in 2003 and a Masters of Education degree in Special Education from Lehigh University in 2009. READ MORE
Peters-Petrow, Beth — Guidance Counselor
bpetrow@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.135
Student Caseload: 9th – 12th Grade last names M – Z
Beth Peters-Petrow has been a Guidance Counselor at LVPA since September of 2004. Beth graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cedar Crest College in 2001 with her BA in Psychology and Social Work – and continued her education at Lehigh University receiving her M.Ed. in Secondary School Counseling. READ MORE
Pratt, Jacqueline — English Faculty
jpratt@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.101
Jacqueline has been a part of LVPA since the opening in 2003: as a student! She is excited to be back, this time as a faculty member, teaching English, Creative Writing, and Newspaper. READ MORE
Reinhard, Lorie — Director of Visual Art
lreinhard@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.155
Lorie Reinhard, a 2001 graduate of Moravian College, has been a LVPA faculty member since its inception. She has made it her mission to develop a quality LVPA Visual Art Department which prioritizes excellence in public art education. READ MORE
Ritter, Mary — Coordinator of Math & Science
Science Faculty
mritter@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.117
Mary Seabrook Ritter was born in South Jersey. She came to live in the Lehigh Valley with her husband in 2005. She graduated from University of Delaware with a BS and received her Teaching Certification from West Chester University. READ MORE
Samel, Erin — Athletic Trainer
esamel@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.180
Erin Samel, a native of Philadelphia, PA, received her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training in May 2011 from Boston University in Boston, Massachusetts and became a certified athletic trainer in June 2011. READ MORE
Samit, Marissa — Guidance Counselor
msamit@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.157
Student Caseload: 9th – 12th Grade Last names: D – L
As a school counselor at LVPA, Marissa Samit has found her home away from home. Mrs. Samit holds a certification in School Counseling in the state of Pennsylvania, a BFA in Drama from NYU Tisch School of the Arts and a Master of Science in Education with a concentration in Psychological Services from the University of Pennyslvania’s Graduate School of Education. READ MORE
Scheinblum, Rafe — Director of Technology
rscheinblum@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.104
Rafe Scheinblum received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatrical Design and Production from Windham College in Putney, Vermont. After graduation, Rafe taught Theatre Production at Windham for two years. READ MORE
Schurz, Cheryl — Director of Finance and Administration
cschurz@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.169
Cheryl joined the LVPA Administrative Team in the summer of 2006. A resident of Nazareth and a Lehigh Valley native, she is eager to serve the LVPA family of students, parents, faculty, and staff. Cheryl holds a MBA from DeSales University and a BS in Accounting and Computer Science also from DeSales University. READ MORE
Seifert, Kimberly — Instrumental Music Faculty
kseifert@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.179
Kimberly Seifert, a native of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, began her bassoon studies with Milton Focht of Allentown. Kim continued her studies with David P. Coombs and Jeffrey Winter while a student at Moravian College. READ MORE
Shakarjian, Kris — Figure Skating Faculty
kshakarjian@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971
Kris is a double Gold medalist in the United States Figure Skating Association. She brings with her an extensive coaching and teaching background in all phases of USFSA tests as well as the competitive structure. READ MORE
Shuman, Tim — Social Studies Faculty
tshuman@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.107
After over 20 years of experience in Human Resources with various retail organizations Mr. Shuman has returned to his passion of teaching. At various times in his career he has taught creative writing, literature, mass media, SAT prep and theatre in locations as varied as a church, traditional classroom and in a jail. READ MORE
Smyth, Barbara — Secretary, Education Support Services
bsmyth@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.164
Barbara Smyth is a Bronx native. She graduated from Iona College in New Rochelle, NY with a B.B.A. in management and a minor in computer science. After college, she worked as a trust administrator for Manufacturer’s Hanover in New York City. READ MORE
Squerrini, Ann Marie — Registrar
asquerrini@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.137
Ann Marie is a professional actor, director, and choreographer originally from Cranford, NJ. As an actor she has appeared regionally at Paper Mill Playhouse, New Jersey Public Theatre, Bucks County Playhouse, Pocono Playhouse and Hunterdon Hills Playhouse. READ MORE
Swenson, Amanda — Figure Skating Faculty
aswenson@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971
Swenson, Dan — Math Faculty
dswenson@lvpa.org
610-868-2971 Ext.118
Dan Swenson attended L.I.U. at Brookville's C.W. Post Campus on Long Island where he graduated with a degree in mathematics in May of 2003. His first year teaching was the '03-'04 school year at Holy Cross High School in Queens. READ MORE
Tait, Ashley — Theatre Faculty
(610) 868-2971 Ext.162
atait@lvpa.org
Ashley Tait is part of the theatre faculty, teaching beginning and advanced voice and movement and acting courses. She graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2008 from Indiana University of Pennsylvania with dual degrees in Theatre and Interdisciplinary Fine Arts Dance Track. READ MORE
Timbrell, Phil — Social Studies Faculty
ptimbrell@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.106
Having been on the staff at LVPA since the school was founded, I have seen us grow from an idea into a reality. The thing that gives me great joy is to watch students who I have as freshmen, grow into the people they become as seniors. Seeing this transition is one of the great joys of teaching. READ MORE
Vierheilig, Susan — Director of Transportation
svierheilig@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.138
Susan has worked in the field of Transportation for 16 years, and as LVPA’s Director of Transportation for the past 5 years. READ MORE
Wargo, Janine, Psy. D. — Psychologist
janine2@ptd.net
(610) 868-2971 Ext.165
Dr. Wargo has been the psychologist at LVPA since the inaugural year. When the school first opened, she was originally supposed to complete 2 evaluations and then return to her other employment obligations. READ MORE
Weaver, Jennifer — Dance Faculty
jweaver@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.139
Jennifer Weaver holds an M.F.A. from Temple University and a BA in Theater and Dance from Muhlenberg College. She has performed with Sesame Street Live, Eidolon Arts, NYC Broadway Cheerleaders, The Princeton Opera, The Pennington Players, Co-Art Dance Company and the Muhlenberg Theatre Association. READ MORE
Weir, Amanda — Education Support Services
aweir@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.152
Wilde, Genevieve — Science Faculty
gwilde@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.120
Gen Wilde teaches biology and chemistry at LVPA. She graduated from Northampton High School in 2002, and attended Penn State University with an initial major in animal bioscience (pre-veterinary medicine), before switching majors to secondary education. READ MORE
Wilson-Kelly, Kelly — English Faculty
kkelly@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.145
K.A. Wilson-Kelly’s qualifications include experience and education in Secondary Education, English and the Performing Arts. During her studies of Ballet and Modern dance, she discovered a great love for literature, philosophy and psychology as the interconnected existence of communication and all art forms, a true synthesis of the abstract to create the concrete. READ MORE
Wrenn-Meleck, Peter — Director of Production
pwrennmeleck@lvpa.org
(610) 868-2971 Ext.147
Peter is a veteran of over 36 years in professional theatre. READ MORE