Faculty and Staff

Hello!  My name is Melissa Towner, and this is my fourth year here at St. Paul as the lead Pre-K 4’s teacher & Early Childhood Director.  My previous teaching experience includes teaching grades 1-4 in the public setting and online.  I have also worked as a dance instructor and competitive dance coach for 18+ years.  My family has been part of the St. Paul community for ten years.  I have two daughters (4th & 6th grade) and a husband who volunteers frequently on campus.  We have been married for 14 years.  I am a graduate of MSU (go green!) and I have my master’s degree from Edgewood college in Madison, WI.  My favorite part of teaching is experiencing the “ah-ha” moments of education and watching the students’ growth through learning. Some of my favorite hobbies include traveling with my family, reading fiction books and cooking.

My name is Christine Pifer and I have been in the ministry for over 35 years and the principal here at St. Paul since 2016. I grew up in Fraser, MI and have attended Lutheran schools all my life. I graduated from Concordia, River Forest with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education, and I also have my Masters Degree from Waldon University in Reading and Literacy. I still reside in Roseville, but the commute to Northville is well worth the drive. I love the family atmosphere here at St. Paul.

When someone walks through our doors we want them to experience the joy and excitement of the children, see parents enthusiastic about volunteering at the school, and people making relationships that go beyond the school day. I can't wait to see what God has planned for us in the future!

Hello! My name is Mary Arrick and this is my first year here at St. Paul Lutheran. I am teaching the combined second and third grade classes and am the PE teacher for all grades.

I have been teaching for over 25 years with the majority of that time in the Lutheran Schools. I have taught all age levels from preschool through eighth grade, have spent a year as a principal and have worked in local high schools as a substitute teacher.

I’m a Michigander by birth, born in Millington, I received my undergraduate degree from Concordia University and my master’s in educational leadership from Wayne State University. My husband Tim and I live in Howell with our puppy Chewie and a few cats. My oldest Lin is married and lives in Ohio with husband Cody and my youngest Ben is studying computer science at Grand Valley State University.

I became a teacher to teach students about the love of Jesus and the skills they will need as their education progresses. In my spare time, I enjoy running, biking and swimming, as well as spending time with my puppy Chewie and my husband Tim.

I would like to introduce myself. I am Renee Inman. I have been a teacher at different levels and areas. Teaching is my passion. I hold both a General Education Degree k-5th grade and a Special Education Degree in Autism and an endorsement in Learning Disabilities. I am a Mother of a son who is 27 and adore the time I am able to spend with him.I live with my 2 German Shepards, Nova and Willow, who keep me busy when I am home. In the classroom I encourage the students to do their best and try different experiences that are present throughout the school year. I am very passionate about creating a safe and inclusive classroom!