Meet the Teachers

My journey at Trinity began more than twenty years ago, when I student taught at TST as an undergraduate student at LeTourneau University and worked in extended enrichment and summer camp programs.

Throughout my career in secondary education, I have served as a curriculum coach, campus behavior coordinator, and assistant principal, specializing in instructional leadership in English, social studies, and business education. I was also a longtime high school basketball and cross country coach before returning “home” to TST. 

My wife, Tisha (a former 2 year old teacher in the TST early childhood program), and I are longtime members of Trinity Episcopal Church. We have three adult children, Hunter, Will, and Emma, who at one time, each attended TST. Our granddaughter, Harper (TST ’40), will begin her journey at TST this fall!

The Grotemat family is so grateful to be back home at Trinity! There is simply no place better than TST! GO TITANS!

Originally from Spring Texas, I worked as an Accountant at a quasi-governmental agency in Houston for eleven years and attended night school at the University of Houston – Downtown. I graduated Magna Cum Laude in 1994 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting.

Not long after graduating, my husband and I moved to his home state of West Virginia where we homesteaded while I served as the Business Manager for a state non-profit business trade association. In 2001, I earned CPA certification.

After eighteen cold winters, we agreed that this Texan needed to come back home. I accepted a position as the CFO of a non-profit social service agency in Longview and served in that capacity for eight years, then joined the Trinity School of Texas family as the Director of Finance in 2022.

My husband and I enjoy spending time outdoors with our dogs and horses.

I am honored to serve as the Head of School of Trinity School of Texas. My career in education began after graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University with a B.A. in Psychology. It did not take long for me to realize my passion for teaching and helping children. I earned a Masters in Education, Educational Diagnostician certification, and practiced as a School Psychologist for 17 years. My previous role as a Director of Special Programs provided valuable experience in building strong programs that positively impact students. My fondest memories were spent at TST as the Director of Admission. Trinity has been a part of my family for 18 years, with a daughter previously attending TST and a son in Lower School. I fell in love with Trinity for its small, family-like atmosphere, Christian environment, and personalized attention given to every child. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my husband and son, playing golf, and traveling to see my daughter at college. 

I am passionate about early childhood education and dedicated to creating a nurturing, supportive environment where young children can learn, grow, and thrive through hands-on experiences. With a background in Early Childhood Education, I have spent 18 years in the classroom helping young learners build a strong foundation for future success.

In addition to my teaching experience, I served for eight years as a Parent Educator with a nonprofit organization, supporting families and helping parents foster their children’s development and learning.

My husband, Chris, and I have been married for 23 years and are blessed with three grown children and two grandchildren. Family is at the center of my life, and I love bringing that same sense of care, encouragement, and connection into the classroom each day.

I am honored to be part of the Trinity community and look forward to many more years in the classroom. 

I am a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies. I began working at Trinity in 2024. I have a passion for creating a joyful, engaging classroom where young children feel safe, loved, and excited to learn.

When I am not at school, I enjoy spending time with my family. My husband, Landon, and I have two children, Callan and Caroline, who both attend Trinity. We are so thankful to be a part of the TST family!

Joining Trinity School of Texas is an exciting chapter in my educational career. It’s an honor to be joining TST as the new second-grade teacher! I hold a Bachelor of Science in Education from Stephen F. Austin State University and bring 33 years of teaching experience to this wonderful school.

Second grade is such a magical year of growth, and I am incredibly passionate about guiding my students as they become confident, independent readers, and critical thinkers. My goal is to create a vibrant, nurturing classroom environment where every child feels seen, valued, and inspired to explore.

Outside of the classroom, I enjoy decorating, home projects, and spending time with my family and friends at the lake.  I look forward to partnering with our amazing families and making this a fantastic school year!”

“Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.” C.S. Lewis

I have been married 36 years and have been a teacher for 30 years. I retired from teaching in 2017 from Sabine, but I love it so much that I came out of retirement and taught at Hudson PEP and now I am thrilled to be teaching at Trinity! I l absolutely love teaching!

I have four children and four grands! My husband and I love to travel in and out of the country, while also spending lots of time with our grands! I am
so excited to be at Trinity and look forward to a fabulous year!!

I am super pumped to be teaching fifth grade reading and social studies! 

After graduating from Stephen F. Austin State University, my husband, Garrett, and I moved to Longview, and I began my teaching journey at Hallsville ISD! Together we have two amazing boys, Lincoln and Weston! I love spending time with my family, traveling and making memories that will last a lifetime! My oldest son, Lincoln, will actually be joining me at Trinity as well! I am so blessed to be a part of a community that treats each student like family! 

I am so excited to see God work in big ways in our classroom! We will be learning in BIG and exciting ways each day! I cannot wait to meet all of our future fifth grade Titans, and have the BEST year together! 

My name is Scott Fisher, and I am incredibly excited to join the Trinity Family, where I can share my love for history to my students and help them learn about citizenship in our great country.

Over my 31 years as an educator, I have had the privilege of teaching history, serving as an elementary and middle school administrator, and working as a central office administrator in multiple school districts. I built my educational foundation at the University of Texas at Tyler, where I earned a B.S. in History, and at East Texas A&M University, where I completed my M.S. in Educational Administration.

Beyond the classroom, my wife, Anna Leah, and I have been married for almost 33 years and have three wonderful adult children. We are dedicated members of the Alpine Church of Christ, where I love singing on the praise team. In my spare time, I enjoy outdoor activities and traveling to watch my daughter play college volleyball. My life and teaching philosophy are firmly anchored in my faith, guided daily by one of my favorite Bible verses, Isaiah 40:8: “The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.” (ESV).

I earned my degree in Biomedical Science from Tarleton State University in 2020. After graduation, I spent four years designing commercial kitchens for projects such as football stadiums, hospitals, and universities, while also getting to enjoy one of my other passions — traveling.
When my daughter was two years old, I knew it was time to step away from life on an airplane and into my calling to the classroom. In 2024, I began teaching Biology, IPC, and Medical Terminology at Gilmer ISD. While teaching quickly became my passion, I couldn’t stay away from the kitchen entirely, so I also coached our high school BBQ team, competing at the national level both years.

I love helping students grow not only academically, but also in confidence, character, and curiosity about the world around them. My faith is a central part of who I am, and it shapes the way I approach teaching, relationships, and everyday life. I am excited to continue pouring into future generations at TST.

Outside of school, I enjoy gardening, reading, and spending time with my husband, Jeff, and our two children, Madelyn and John.

After graduation from college, I spent 15 years working in the accounting department at an important International Steel Company in Mexico.

I moved to the United States in 2008 with my family and I love this country since.

I enjoy exercising and attending my two sons’ soccer and tennis tournaments. I love teaching Spanish because a second language gives children a professional advantage in their future and will expand their cultural knowledge.

After graduating from TST in 1993, I attended Millsaps College in Jackson, MS. There I earned a BA in Elementary Education/Psychology. I worked at a small, independent private school in Dallas for 23 years before returning to Longview with my family. I taught 4th grade for 2 years, 2nd grade for 10 years, and this will be my 13th year teaching kindergarten.

My husband is also a TST alum, and we have an 18 year old daughter and a 13 year old son.

I am thrilled to be back at TST after graduating 30 years ago.

When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and our 4 rescue dogs. I also love gardening, and bird watching.

After graduating in 2008 with my LVN from Weatherford College I worked at Scott and White Memorial hospital in Temple, Texas. From there I went on to pursue my Bachelors degree from Texas Tech University, and then eventually moved into Interventional Radiology, where I started the PICC line program at S&W.

We moved to Longview in 2018 and enrolled our children at Trinity. Over the last few of years I have loved volunteering and substitute teaching at TST. I also serve as the Room Mom Coordinator. 

I have two kids at Trinity Jace and Witten. I enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and traveling.