Pastoral Staff
Rev. Mark Allais
Rev. Mark Allais currently serves as Senior Pastor of the Carmel New Church. He is delighted to be a part of the teaching staff at CNCS, aiming to help our students develop a love and joy for the stories of the Lord’s Word while learning true ideas to live by. Mark received his master’s degree in divinity (MDiv) from the Academy of the New Church and was ordained into the General Church of the New Jerusalem priesthood in 2009. Pastor Mark is passionate about meeting people in the struggles of life, parenting, marriage, and growing old, and leading all to the Lord in His Word. He seeks to support the creation of spiritual community where an understanding of self and compassion for others can thrive. When he is not at Carmel New Church or CNCS you will find him enjoying spending downtime with his wife and 3 daughters.
Rev. Michael Cowley
Principal
Ms. Steph Kuhl
Principal and Grades 7 - 10
Steph (Miss. Steph) started her teaching career in 1999 at the Academy of the New Church in Pennsylvania. In 2003, she moved back to Ontario to join the staff at CNCS. She really enjoys being able to teach science in light of the 3-fold Word and with incredible wonder in God’s creation. That passion for science and biology goes beyond the classroom as Ms. Kuhl loves animals especially her rescue dogs and teaching horsemanship at the local barn.
Teaching Staff
Mrs. Mary Cassels
Junior and Senior Kindergarten
Mary (Miss. Mary) brings a calm and gentle approach to her classroom. She has a professional background and a Master’s degree in English and Literacy studies. Mary has experience teaching in smaller groups and one on one from Oxford Learning. She has been able to bring her previous experience and training into the Kindergarten classroom to provide individual as well as group learning with our youngest learners.
She believes that every child should feel safe, and secure and have a sense of belonging in the classroom. She strives to develop critical thinking among her students, and advocates for holistic curiosity and discovery.
When not in the classroom, Mary enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 children, crafting, and exploring the outdoors!
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Mrs. Laura Braam
Laura (Mrs. Braam) brings a deep love of children and an incredible spirit to her classroom. She has a professional background in education which includes her Ontario Teacher Certificate, Montessori Training, specific training in teaching Reading, Mathematics, Special Education, Kindergarten, English as a second language, and some study of the Waldorf method.
Laura loves all things from pedagogy methodology, strategies, and best practices which she incorporates into her teaching.
Laura has great communication skills and is excited to bring her skills and talents to share at CNCS. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her family outdoors or enjoying a good book.
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Mrs. Laura Hill - M.S. SpEd., B.S. Ed.
Laura (Miss. Laura) brings passion and a caring nature to her classroom. She has a professional background in Education and New Church curriculum. She began teaching at CNCS over 20 years ago and has heavily invested in the school and church community. Laura loves teaching Grade 1-2 students with a wide range of abilities. She is committed to creating motivational and collaborative learning environments that encourage spiritual, academic, social, and emotional growth.
She uses a variety of teaching methods and enjoys teaching play-based learning, especially during worship. Laura loves sharing her passion for the outdoors and the environment in her classroom and feels it helps to support the children’s curiosity and wonder about the world around them.
As a mother of 2 children, Laura’s presence is felt both as a mom and Educator at CNCS.
“For with GOD, nothing will be impossible” Luke 1:37
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Mrs. Angela Tait
Angela (Mrs. Tait) brings passion and kindness to her classroom. She has a professional background in social services and behaviour modification. Angela has many years of experience working with children who have special needs in many different areas which helps her provide a holistic classroom environment.
Angela’s passion in the classroom is all about helping students meet their maximum potential in academic, social, and spiritual aspects. She loves that every day is different and brings on new challenges, learning, new things from the students, and all the funny, thoughtful, and insightful things that they say!
When outside of the classroom Angela enjoys spending time with her husband, three children, and their dog. Her love for serving the neighbour is demonstrated in her volunteer work at the Carmel New Church and within the community.
"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education." - Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Ms. Bettina Rampelt, BEd., OCT
Having taught in both the public and independent school boards over her 10 years of teaching, Ms. Rampelt strives to instill a love of learning in her students and spark an interest in life-long learning. Through student-led and inquiry-based instruction, students are encouraged and empowered with their growth in mind and will experience a gradual increase in responsibility.
Her love of languages started very young as she came from a German-speaking home and quickly learned English. She’s taken her love of languages and teaches French during the week and German on the weekends. When Ms. Rampelt is not in the classroom, she volunteers with Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest as Vice-Chair of their Schools Committee.
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Ms. Heather Allais, MA., HDipEd., BA(Fine Arts)
Heather (Ms. Allais) brings a warm and friendly presence to her classroom. She has a professional qualification in Fine Arts as well as teaching experience at Kainon New Church School and Bellavista School in South Africa. She has a high school-level teaching diploma from the University of the Witwatersrand and a postgraduate qualification from the British Dyslexia Association.
Heather enjoys teaching and preparing her Grade 7 & 8 students for their high school years by building their confidence and independence skills. She enjoys helping the students make connections between the subjects they are learning and seeing the presence of the Lord in all things.
When not teaching Heather enjoys sewing, quilting, crafting, and singing in the choir.
With God nothing is impossible. - Matthew 19:26
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Support Staff
Mrs. Cindy Schnarr
Cindy (Mrs. Schnarr) brings energy, a welcoming smile, and keen attention to detail to all of our students at CNCS. As our Administrative Assistant, she plays a crucial role in organizing and structuring both the church and school with her diverse skills. You’ll often find Cindy engaging in conversations with students throughout the day or assisting with various administrative tasks. A passionate Lego enthusiast, Cindy loves sharing her creativity with students. Outside of CNCS, she enjoys spending time with her husband, grown children, and grandchildren—especially when she’s working on her next Lego project.
Ms. Julie Inglot
Julie (Miss. Julie) brings a rich background to CNCS, having grown up in Caryndale and attended CNCS herself. Her two daughters, now 17 and 19, also began their educational journey at Carmel, continuing the family connection. Julie's professional experience spans over 20 years in the high-tech industry, where she held a variety of roles, ultimately serving as the Team Lead for the Customer Care Team. Now transitioning into the educational field, Julie is excited to focus her energy on making a difference in this new space.
Outside of work, Julie enjoys camping, particularly in the summer months, and finds joy in reading and staying active through exercise classes. Her shift into education is motivated by a passion for supporting students and creating a positive learning environment. We are thrilled to have Julie as a part of our CNCS team!
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Ms. Pamela Neath, RECE
Pam (Miss. Pam) infuses a delightful blend of fun and expertise into her role, warmly welcoming new families to our school community. With a passion for showcasing the vibrant essence of CNCS, Pam thrives on working closely with families, highlighting the wonderful aspects that make our school unique. You'll often find her among the classrooms, skillfully capturing the daily activities that contribute to our school's rich tapestry.
When Pam isn't enriching the CNCS experience, she cherishes moments with her family, who are deeply involved in the hockey world. Keep an eye out for her at the ice rink, where she enjoys cheering on her loved ones with unwavering support!