Faculty & Staff Directory - All Saints' Episcopal Day School

Department

Grade

Last Name

Mrs. Kimberly Baer

Lower School Science Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2020

Bio

Kimberly Baer joined the faculty of All Saints' in 2020 as the Lower School Science Teacher. She graduated in 1996 from Miami University with a B.S. in Elementary Education. In her 20 plus years of teaching, Kim has taught students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade—both as a classroom teacher and as a science lab teacher. She is currently pursuing her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon University. Kim and her husband Jonathan have three children. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, shopping, and cooking.
Ms. Ami Beiriger

Director of Athletics, Physical Education Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 1990

Bio

Ami Beiriger received a scholarship to play point guard on the women’s basketball team at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree. After college, she explored the business world by managing a Mexican restaurant. In 1985, she moved to Arizona and quickly realized the teaching profession is where she belonged. She has been teaching and coaching for over thirty years. Coach Beiriger has been at All Saints' for twenty-eight of those years and has won three state volleyball titles and thirteen CYAA titles. She was named Coach of the Year in the CYAA and received the Arizona Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports Award. In 2002, she was inducted into the Nebraska Sports Hall of Fame. However, her biggest accomplishment is as a three-time cancer survivor. She believes it is important to be a good role model for her students. She takes pride in being active and physically fit, so people can see she believes in and lives what she is teaching. An avid bike rider and dog lover, most of her free time is spent riding her bicycle, playing with her five dogs, and just staying active. She believes the most important thing she can teach her students is a love for lifetime wellness.
Ms. Stephanie Belzunce

MS English Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2021

Bio

Stephanie Belzunce joined All Saints’ in 2021 to be a part of the English Department for fifth and sixth grade. She has a B.A. in Elementary Education from Butler University and a M.A. in Education with a specialization in curriculum and instruction from the University of San Diego. Over the past 12 years, Stephanie has taught first through fourth grade in both private and international school settings while also coaching high school swimming. Originally from Chicago, her family has since relocated to Phoenix. Stephanie is thrilled to be close to her family in Arizona while enjoying hobbies such as paddle boarding, yoga, and traveling. She absolutely loves her profession and is excited for this new chapter with the All Saints’ community.
Mrs. Eileen Benjamin

Pre-Kindergarten Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2012

Bio

Lena Benjamin joined the All Saints’ faculty as a pre-kindergarten teacher in 2012. She received a B.A. from Arizona State University. She is a familiar member of our community as the mother of four—Lillian '27, Ezra '24, Israel '15, and Joshua '12.
Ms. Elizabeth Benoit

Spanish Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2006

Bio

Elizabeth Benoit '94 began teaching fifth and sixth grade English and LISS at All Saints’ in 2006. She is currently teaching fifth and sixth grade Spanish. She is an All Saints’ alumna, a member of the Class of 1994. After studying and traveling in Europe, Elizabeth graduated from Arizona State University with a B.S. She is currently pursuing her M.Ed. at Northern Arizona University. Elizabeth enjoys crafting, yoga, museums, travel, and, of course, reading.
Mr. Chad Block

Math Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2018

Bio

Chad Block has been in education for over 20 years. During that time, he has served as a fifth-grade teacher, an algebra teacher, an assistant principal, and a principal. Mr. Block earned a Master’s Degree in Education and holds a middle school math endorsement. He has a passion for teaching math and appreciates the opportunity to motivate and challenge students. Mr. Block spent his childhood in Phoenix, and he is thankful to be back near his family. He enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters, watching sports, and hanging out with friends. Mr. Block feels blessed to be part of the All Saints’ community.
Mr. Joshua Block

General Music Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2017

Bio

Joshua Block joins All Saints' faculty as a music teacher for students in Pre-K through sixth grades and as an elective teacher for students in seventh and eighth grades. He taught movement and music for 15 years at Madison Simis Elementary. He has a B.S. in Music Education from Grand Canyon University and an M.E. in Elementary Education from Northern Arizona University. He teaches classes on dance, music, creativity, and imagination at Arizona State University. He is Past President of AZ Orff and teaches movement classes for Orff-Schulwerk teacher certification courses. He has also completed his Kodály certification and is Past President of Arizona Kodály Teachers Society. Joshua is a member of the American Orff-Schulwerk Association Board of Trustees and a frequent presenter at Orff Chapters around the country. He is director of the training choir for the Phoenix Boys Choir and teaches private piano lessons.
Mr. Robert Blundell

Math Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2020

Bio

Robert Blundell is joined our middle school team as a seventh-grade advisor and seventh and eighth-grade math teacher in 2020. Robert has an immense passion for both math and science, having obtained a Bachelor of Science from the University of Liverpool and an Associates Degree from the University of Portsmouth. His goal is to provide a quality education in a caring environment based on a foundation of respect, discipline, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Mr. Blundell helps students to be the best they can be, both in and out of the classroom.
Mrs. Ellen Bond

Art Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2020

Bio

Ellen Bond returned to All Saints' in 2020, teaching fourth grade. Previously, Ellen taught art at All Saints’ from 2013 to 2018. A native of Phoenix, she attended St. Gregory’s Catholic School and St. Mary’s High School. Ellen received her B.A. from Arizona State University in elementary education. She is certified in elementary education, art education, and English as a Second Language. She enjoys art, sports, jogging, music, and spending time with her family.
Mrs. Lindsay Bray

Spanish Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2013

Bio

Lindsay Bray joined All Saints’ Spanish team in 2013, teaching seventh and eighth grade Spanish. Lindsay graduated from Northern Arizona University with her B.A. in Spanish, and following graduation, spent five years in Guaymas and San Carlos, Mexico, where she taught both Spanish and English. Lindsay loves cooking, swimming, music, and movies. A native of Northern Arizona, Lindsay spends her free time exploring the beautiful hiking the state has to offer. She also teaches a hands-on elective about the Southwest that explores the geography, culture, and art found in the region.
Ms. Courtney Byrd

Second Grade Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2002

Bio

Courtney Byrd came to All Saints’ in 2002. She left the classroom for the 2005−2006 school year and returned in 2006. Courtney has a B.A. in Applied Learning and Development from the University of Texas at Austin. At All Saints’ Courtney is a second-grade teacher, a member of the Admissions Committee, a teacher mentor, and sixth grade volleyball coach. Courtney loves to travel and spend time with her husband and their two children Carter '19 and Katherine '18.
Mrs. Katie Byrne

Second Grade Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2020

Bio

Katie Byrne joined the All Saints’ community in 2020. A native of Arizona, she completed her Bachelor of Science degree from Arizona State University in Nutrition and her Master's Degree in Language and Literacy, also from ASU. At All Saints’, Katie teaches second grade. Off campus, Katie loves to get into nature as much as possible, cook, and spend time with her three kids, husband, and dog, Mark.

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Stephanie Belzunce

MS English Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2021
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Stephanie Belzunce joins All Saints’ to be a part of the English Department for fifth and sixth grade. She has a B.A. in Elementary Education from Butler University and a M.A. in Education with a specialization in curriculum and instruction from the University of San Diego. Over the past 12 years, Stephanie has taught in both private and international school settings while also coaching high school swimming. She has spent the last 8 years at the Rhoades School for the Gifted and Talented in San Diego. Originally from Chicago, her family has since relocated to Phoenix. Stephanie is thrilled to be close to her family in Arizona and join the All Saints’ community. She enjoys paddle boarding, yoga, and traveling. She absolutely loves her profession and is excited for this new chapter with the All Saints’ team.
Jennifer Donnelly

First Grade Teacher

Joined All Saints' in 2021
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Jennifer Donnelly joined the All Saints’ community in 2021 as a first-grade teacher. She has a B.A. in History from Boston College, an M.Ed. in Elementary Education from Boston College Lynch School of Education, and an M.A. in Theatre Education from the University of Northern Colorado. Jennifer has a wide range of teaching experience in the United States and abroad in Spain, Italy, and the Czech Republic. She has taught second, third, and fourth-grade homerooms, first through sixth drama and public speaking, and English as a Foreign Language. In addition, she was the longtime director of an after-school musical theatre workshop program. Jennifer enjoys the arts, hiking, reading, travel, and spending time with family and friends.
Wendy Granier

Director of Advancement

Joined All Saints' in 2021
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Wendy Granier joined the All Saints' community with more than 15 years of experience supporting educational institutions through philanthropic giving and communications. Prior to joining All Saints', Wendy spent three years as the Director of Development at the Barrie School, an independent day school in the Greater Washington, D.C. region. Barrie School serves families with children age 12 months through 12th grade. During this time, Wendy served on the senior leadership team to help strengthen the school through strategic relationships.

Wendy is a native of south Louisiana and before moving to DC, served as the Director of Advancement at St. George's Episcopal School in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Director of Development for the Louisiana Children’s Museum, and Assistant Director of Development for St. Joseph's Academy in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Wendy has a Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana State University in Mass Communications with a concentration in Public Relations. She understands the value and importance of building community within a school and is eager to be an active member of the All Saints' community. Wendy and her husband, Kevin, have three children, Oliver, Alice, and Elliott.
Ashleigh Miller

School Counselor

Joined All Saints' in 2021
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Ashleigh Miller became a member of the All Saints’ team in 2021 as the lower and middle school counselor. Ashleigh comes to the area after working and residing in the Bullhead City community for nine years. There, Ashleigh worked in schools as a counselor, a teacher, and a coach. These positions came to life while earning a Master’s in Educational Leadership from Northern Arizona University. Ashleigh was born and raised on the shores of Lake Superior in Wisconsin, where she also received her B.A. from Northland College. Guided by faith and a deep love for animals, Ashleigh lives each day as a brand new one and believes in the power of connection and she looks forward to supporting our community. Ashleigh holds an adventurous soul, enjoys exploring national parks, and finding new places on long road trips. Photography and writing are two areas where Ashleigh highlights the strength of connection and shares the art with loved ones. Ashleigh played DIII softball in college and continues to stay active in any athletic outlet available—especially outdoors.
Jennifer Peacher

Admissions Coordinator

Joined All Saints' in 2021
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Jennifer Peacher joins the Admissions team at All Saints’ Episcopal Day School after 22 years in the classroom. She received a B.A. in Political Science from Arizona State University and an M.A. in English Linguistics from Purdue University. Before coming to All Saints’, she taught in the United States and abroad in Ecuador and Turkey. As an educator, she taught third and fourth grade, middle school English, high school English, Arizona and United States Constitution for a local community college, and English with the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Her favorite part of the education field is being a part of a community that supports and encourages one another. When she is not on campus, Mrs. Peacher enjoys spending time with her family, reading, hiking, biking, and traveling.
Ryan Smith

School Nurse

Joined All Saints' in 2021
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Ryan Smith became a part of the All Saints’ family in 2016 when her daughter, Scottlyn, started kindergarten. In 2019, she was welcomed as a substitute Registered Nurse. Ryan is honored to be joining All Saints’ every Tuesday as a part-time Registered Nurse. She has a B.A. in Human Services from the University of Phoenix and a B.S.N in Nursing from Grand Canyon University. Before coming to All Saints’, Ryan worked as a Med-Surg Nurse at Abrazo Scottsdale. She has two children attending All Saints’, Scottlyn in fifth grade and Liam in third grade. She enjoys spending time with her kids, friends/family, traveling, and doing anything outdoors in her free time.
Todd Webster

Associate Division Head

Joined All Saints' in 2021
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Todd Webster is a native of North Carolina and completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at the University of North Carolina, Charlotte, and his Master of Arts degree at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH. Todd has over 25 years in education. For the previous 20 years, he has worked at The Hawken School, an independent school in Ohio. He served in several roles in this position including, department chair, faculty member in both lower school and middle school, and lower school admin team member. In addition, he has developed international exchange programs, served as a University program instructor for new faculty members, run summer camp and after-school programs, and coached the science olympiad team. At All Saints', Todd works on various administrative projects in both the lower and middle schools as the Associate Division Head. Off campus, Todd likes to camp and hike, listen to live music, cook great food, and travel.