Our Lady of the Snows Catholic School
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Administración
Primary/Elementary Grades​​
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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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Mrs. Mariana Gonzalez
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Mr. Chris Bonolo
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Ms. Yolanda Leon
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Mrs. Bruna Fenhouse
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Dr. Joanne Perpoli
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Administración
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 16 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.
NIñez temprana
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.
I’m Mia Perez the Preschool Aide. I am new to the team this year! I'm excited to be a part of the OLS family!
Grados primarios
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 Floating 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 Emily Poholik the 1st grade teacher. I joined the OLS team in 2024 and I love the community feeling! I'm excited for another great school year!
I’m Elizabeth Bautista the 2nd grade teacher. I am new to the team this year! I'm excited to be a part of the OLS family!
I’m Kristen Yarka the 3rd grade 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 Maria Castaneda the 4th grade teacher. I am new to the team this year! I'm excited to be a part of the OLS family!
Escuela intermedia
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 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 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!
Programas especiales
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 Yolanda Leon, the Title One teacher. I taught 1st grade at OLS and came back to serve as the Title One teacher to support our students!
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 the OLS staff in 2022 and have been in education for 3 years. I love OLS because it truly feels like a 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. 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.
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.
