Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School
Achieving Excellence Together
Faculty and Staff
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Mrs. Kelly Carrillo
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Ms. Emily Poholik
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Mrs. Rosalva Gutierrez
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Mrs. Christine Bonolo
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Ms. Kristen Yarka
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Mr. Christopher Molek
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Ms. Eli Real
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Mrs. Pat Gonzalez
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Mr. Chris Bonolo
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Mr. Mike Micek
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Mrs. Bruna Fenhouse
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Dr. Joanne Perpoli
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Administration
I’m Christina Avis, Our Lady of the Snows School Principal. I joined in 2021 and have 10 years of teaching experience. I have my undergraduate and graduate degrees from Loyola University Chicago and was previously and Junior High Science at St. Gall. My favorite thing about OLS is our community! We truly are a family that supports one another through our successes and challenges. We collaborate to ensure that our students, staff, and families are cared for and feel like part of our family. OLS is my second home! I came to OLS because I felt called to make a bigger impact on a school as a principal. I interviewed at OLS and knew this was where I was meant to be because there was a double rainbow over the school. I felt that was a sign from God that this was where He wanted me to be.
I'm Clarissa Delgado the School Secretary. I have been the school secretary at Our Lady of the Snows for 14 years and I have two sons that have graduated from OLS. I love being a part of the Snows community; it is my second family. I have made many lifelong friendships here and I look forward to welcoming new families to become a part of our community
I’m Kristine Lox the Tuition Assistant. I joined OLS in 2001 and have 20+ years of experience in education. I was previously the Administrative Assistant. My favorite thing about OLS is that everyone is treated like family.
I’m Kristine Lox the Tuition Assistant. I joined OLS in 2001 and have 20+ years of experience in education. I was previously the Administrative Assistant. My favorite thing about OLS is that everyone is treated like family.
I’m Kristine Lox the Tuition Assistant. I joined OLS in 2001 and have 20+ years of experience in education. I was previously the Administrative Assistant. My favorite thing about OLS is that everyone is treated like family.
I’m Kristine Lox the Tuition Assistant. I joined OLS in 2001 and have 20+ years of experience in education. I was previously the Administrative Assistant. My favorite thing about OLS is that everyone is treated like family.
Early Childhood
I’m Gaby Garcia the Preschool teacher. I joined in 2022 and have 1 year of teaching experience. I received my bachelor’s in early childhood education including bilingual and special education endorsements with a minor in Sociology. My favorite thing about OLS is the students and the inviting community.
I’m Chrissy Vasquez the Preschool Aide. I joined in 2020 and have over 25 years of education experience. I’ve worked for 3 years as a behavior therapist and 3 years as the director of a daycare. My favorite thing about OLS is the true family atmosphere.
Primary Grades
I’m Kelly Carrillo the Kindergarten teacher. I joined in 2022 and have over 15 years of teaching experience. I received my BA in 2022 from Governors State University (03 certification) and in 2021 from Northeastern University (04 Certification received). My favorite thing at OLS is the positive school environment. The staff and families welcomed me with open arms when I joined.
I’m Rosalva Gutierrez, a 1st grade Aide. I joined in 2021 and have 10+ years of teaching experience. I was previously a teacher at St. Gall School. My favorite thing about OLS is the family-like community. I love it here and the very dedicated and supporting faculty and staff.
I’m Christine Pflanz the 2nd grade teacher. I joined in 2018 and have 7 years of teaching experience. I received my bachelor’s degree from Saint Xavier University. Throughout high school and college, I assisted and taught in my local Religious Education Program. My favorite thing about OLS is how our community has become like a family.
I’m Kristen Yarka the Junior High Science, Language Arts, and History teacher. I joined in 2012 and have 10+ teaching experience. I received my undergraduate degree from Lewis University and Concordia University for my master’s. My favorite thing about OLS is the family-like atmosphere. I was a graduate of OLS and felt like it was the perfect opportunity to teach here and to give back to a community that gave me so much.
I'm Christopher Molek the 4th grade teacher. I joined in 2022 and have 5 years of teaching experience. My favorite thing about OLS is the community. It is very warm, welcoming, helpful, and a powerful force for change. This is my first full-time position as a teacher, and this school is one of the best places to start my teaching career. The staff are all so supportive, and the students are respectful and a blast to teach. Every day is something new and exciting all while I grow to be the best teacher I can be.
Middle School
I’m David Mariotti the Junior High Math teacher. I joined in 1990 and have 30+ years of teaching experience. I received my undergraduate degree from Loyola University. OLS reminds me of my grammar school, St. Turibius.
I’m Dawn Cole, the 6th/7th grade teacher. I joined in 2023 and have 15 years of experience in education. I have vast expertise with preschool through 8th grade. My favorite thing about OLS is the family community feel.
I’m Jessica Torphy the Junior High English Teacher. I joined in 2014 and have over 8 years of teaching experience. I received my undergraduate degree from Dominican University and taught at Nazareth Academy. My favorite thing about OLS is the tight-knit community that is a second home to myself and others. OLS became my family in an instant and it will become yours too!
Support Staff
I’m Eli Real the Specials Teacher (Spanish, Art, and Gym). I joined in 2022 and have 1 year of teaching experience. My favorite thing about OLS is the unity not only with the students and parents but with the staff. The feeling of family.
I’m Michael Micek the Title 1 teacher. I joined in 2018 and have over 35 years of education experience. My favorite thing about OLS is the community.
I’m Bruna Fenhouse the Special Education Resource. I joined in 2017 and have 30+ years of experience in education. My favorite thing about OLS is the friendly, supportive family atmosphere at OLS is what drew me here.
I’m Mariana Avila the Before School care Supervisor. I joined in 2022 and have 1 year of experience in education. My favorite thing about OLS is the happiness my children have had since they have been in this school and we as a family.
Mrs. Mariana Avila
Before Care Supervisor
Mrs. Joanne Perpoli
Counselor
(United Stand)
I'm Dr. Joanne Perpoli and have been the School Counselor at Our Lady of the Snows School since 2017 and served as a School Counselor in Chicago Catholic schools for over 20 years. I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree at DePaul University and both Master and Doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. I find working with children, especially Our Lady of the Snows students, to be exceptionally rewarding. My philosophy with families and in the classroom is to take a positive approach to parenting, personal growth, education, peer relationships, and community service. I take great delight in
partnering with children in their journey to becoming fulfilled and productive adults.
I’m Pat Gonzalez the After School Care Supervisor. I joined OLS in 2008 and have 15+ years of experience in education. My favorite thing about OLS is watching the children grow and being a close family.
I’m Chris Bonolo, the maintenance personnel at OLS. I joined in 2001 and have been at OLS for over 20 years. My favorite thing about OLS is the people and the family atmosphere.
Mrs. Agnes Zombek
Food Service
I’m Agnes Suwada-Zombek, the Food Coordinator of OLS. I joined in 2023 and was recently a part of the corporate world. My favorite thing about OLS is everything… The staff, parents, and all the students.