Faculty and Staff

Michael J. Rozek earned a B.A. in History from Western Michigan University, with minors in Latin, Arabic, and Comparative Religions. He completed an M.A. in History at Eastern Michigan University, focusing on early medieval Christian-Muslim relations. He was awarded a fully funded scholarship to pursue a Ph.D. through H.R.H. Prince Alwaleed bin Talal through the Alwaleed Centre and is currently a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Edinburgh. His doctoral work explores Christian-Muslim relations, particularly the development of Christian apologetics and Islamic legal frameworks for non-Muslims in the early medieval Middle East. He is set to submit his doctoral thesis in February 2026, with a defense to follow in the subsequent months. 

Michael has taught at both secondary and university levels, serving as a faculty instructor and department head at Oakdale Academy, a classical school in Michigan, and later tutoring undergraduates in American, Medieval, Renaissance, and early Islamic history. Mr. Rozek brings a deep intellectual and personal commitment to the study of languages and history within the Western tradition. His intellectual investment involves Latin, Medieval Latin, Ancient Greek, and Arabic as well as the history and literature of antiquity and the medieval world. His approach to education is both rigorous and reflective, blending authoritative lecture with a Socratic method that encourages critical inquiry and engagement with historical texts. He seeks to instruct not only the core aspects of Western civilization – its histories, languages, and Christian traditions to see what is “Good, True, and Beautiful."

Michael and his wife is now settling into life in Fargo from Brighton, Michigan. Outside of teaching and research, or “Nerd-ageddon,” he enjoys reading C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien, weightlifting, cycling, chess, and music. A lifelong learner, he continues his study of languages and has recently taken up teaching himself Syriac. A devoted Michigander, he follows the Detroit Red Wings, the Lions, and the Michigan Wolverines. 

Sophia Moyers is originally from southern Iowa. She earned her B.A. in Classics from Truman State University in Kirksville, Missouri. While there she met her husband, Clayton. In April of 2025, Sophia graduated with an M.A. in Medieval Studies from the Medieval Institute at Western Michigan University. 

At Capstone, Sophia looks forward to fostering relationships with young students and watching as they learn and grow in faith and knowledge. Her favorite experience is watching as her students find a topic that sparks their interest beyond their class work. 

Sophia was raised in the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and she and her husband have attended churches that are part of the LCMS in the various states in which they have lived. Sophia has had the pleasure of being involved in campus ministry both at Truman State and at Western Michigan. 

The Moyers family are excited to experience life in Fargo. In their free time, they enjoy exploring nature and especially watching wildlife. Sophia's favorite solo hobby is garment sewing. 

Steve Trumbauer holds bachelor’s degrees in Zoology and Biological Education, along with a master’s degree in Biological Education from North Dakota State University. After thirty years of teaching with Fargo Public Schools, he’s excited to begin a new chapter at Capstone. Over the years, Steve has taught Physical Science, Biology, and Chemistry at Discovery Middle School, South Campus II, and Davies High School.

A passionate educator at heart, Steve finds joy in helping students uncover the wonder of science and how it connects to everyday life. He’s especially eager to show students how the intricacies of the natural world reflect the intentional design and creativity of our amazing Creator.

Outside the classroom, Steve enjoys time at the lake with his wife, Lori, and their son, Micah. Whether he's teaching Micah how to fish or simply taking in the beauty of God’s creation, Steve cherishes those quiet moments that remind him of his love for family and his appreciation of science. They attend church at True North Church in Fargo.

William Barron holds a bachelor’s degree in biology and teaching training from Iowa State University.  He has taught in a variety of venues including both Christian schools and public schools but the last nineteen have been spent inspiring students at Cair Paravel Latin School in Topeka, Kansas.  During those nineteen he has taught all the high school science classes, and the following to logic school students: earth and physical science, theology (Wisdom Literature, Post Exilic History, Major and minor prophets), Writing (Lost Tools of Writing), Literature, and Ancient History (Greeks to 1066).

William loves to help students fall in love with learning.  He is enthusiastic about helping students see the natural connections between subjects and believes that subjects are best understood within the context of a single sandbox rather than thought of as separate subjects.  You would be just as likely to find him on the floor with his students finding a set of data for a velocity lab as you would to find him on the couch with those same students discussing the implications of a set of scripture. 

Outside the classroom, William finds joy in many ways.  He and his wife, Kathy, serve as deacons of First Impressions at Cap City Church in Topeka, Kansas and frequently can be found teaching in the children’s ministry.  Spring and Summer are his favorite times as he loves to be outside creating beautiful things and enjoying what God has made.  He loves gardening and landscaping, working on woodworking projects and traveling with his favorite gal on road trips while camping and exploring what can be found.

Davis C. Smith holds an MA in Classical Education from Hillsdale College (2026) and a BA in Liberal Arts with concentrations in English, Philosophy, and Music from Bethany Lutheran College (2024). After graduating from Hillsdale, he spent a month as a graduate fellow at the Russell Kirk Center for Cultural Renewal in Mecosta, Michigan.

A seasoned Northlander, Mr. Smith has spent most of his life living in various areas of Minnesota. His writings have been featured by a number of journals and publications, and in 2026, he published The Light of Faith in Sound: A Journey Through the Church Year with J. S. Bach, which considers Bach’s sacred cantatas through a spiritual and devotional lens. 

Mr. Smith is a member of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod and serves frequently as a church organist. He loves to expand his home library, enjoy and contemplate great art across all eras and forms, and grow in his knowledge of the history, philosophy, and practice of classical Christian education.

Rachel has been at Capstone since its founding in 2022, after teaching for two years in China and six years in West Fargo. She earned her B.A. with a major in vocal music education from Concordia College and is pursuing a masters in humanities with a classical education concentration from the University of Dallas. She is excited to serve at Capstone and to share the beauty of our Savior through the beauty of music.

Rachel sees teaching as her calling to love her neighbor as herself as she gives students the tools they will need to go out and serve in their communities. She sees her students as unique image-bearers of God and places a high value on respect and dignity for each student in her classroom. She loves teaching at Capstone because the curriculum emphasizes the whole person as students engage mind, body, and spirit with good, true, and beautiful music. 

Rachel’s family attends Sts. Anne and Joachim Catholic Church. Her husband, Mr. Sean Rebischke, is a band and history teacher at Capstone and their oldest son is beginning preschool at Capstone this year. When she is not making music at church or at school, Rachel enjoys performing in community theatre and rereading her favorite books by J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis.

Sean graduated from St. Cloud State University with a double major in Music Education and Social Studies Education with an emphasis in History. He has been a band teacher for the past 10 years, including seven years in West Fargo. He looks forward to building the band program at Capstone and is excited to work at a school where Christ is at the center.

The Rebischke family attends Lutheran Church of the Cross, where Sean also conducts the handbell choir. He enjoys sharing his love of books and music with his young son, future Golden Gryphon, Michael.

Aaron Zinter received his undergraduate degree in Music Education from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN. He also holds a Master of Music degree in Choral Conducting from Illinois State University in Normal, IL. Mr. Zinter taught at Oak Grove Lutheran School for 17 years and has been conducting the Master Chorale of Fargo/Moorhead for 13 years.

Mr. Zinter directs our upper school choir program, teaches upper school music theory and appreciation as well as 6th grade math. He loves teaching at Capstone because Christ is his Cornerstone, and he enjoys sharing the truth of the Gospel through song and encouraging students to understand more fully the power of music for worship and praise.

Aaron and his wife, Brittany, have two children, Lydia and Max. The Zinter family attends Bethel Church in Fargo, where they are active in their choir and small group Bible studies. Aaron conducts the church's choir and orchestra when needed and has been called to compose original music and arrangements on occasion.

Mr. Zinter enjoys a challenge and has many unique talents. He can juggle fire, ride a unicycle, perform yo-yo tricks, and fold origami. He also collects and plays many strategic board and card games with friends and family.

Jacob Drury has undergraduate degrees in both Kinesiology and Biblical Studies from the University of Northwestern – St. Paul. As a Phy Ed teacher, he is excited to teach students how to respect and love the bodies that God has blessed them with. 

Jacob attends Ignite Church and is active in a life group there. He and his wife, Raegan, have a 1-year-old golden retriever named Ren. Jacob loves playing golf and basketball, watching any sport that’s on, fishing, and spending time with his family. 

Whitney Friesen graduated with a degree in University Studies and a minor in Art History from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She taught art in a nursing home setting for the past year and has additional experience teaching as part of various VBS programs.

Whitney knows that the Lord uses us to shape others, and she believes she is being called to do that here at Capstone as she leads the art program. She is excited to encourage young learners in their faith journey as well as their love for art. 

The youngest of four children, Whitney is also a twin. She grew up being encouraged in her faith and her curiosity with all things associated with art. Her grandpa was a talented watercolor painter who taught her many things about art and looking through the eyes of the beholder. Whitney is a regular attender at Harvest Plains Church and is active within her life group. In addition to art, Whitney enjoys the outdoors, music, and anything related to winter!