Faculty and Staff

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. 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 the past 17 years and has been conducting the Master Chorale of Fargo/Moorhead for 10 years.

Mr. Zinter will direct our upper school choir program and teach upper school music theory and appreciation as well as 6th–8th grade math. He is excited to teach 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!

Becca is thrilled for the opportunity to serve Capstone as the Pre-K Classroom Aide and as a part of the Extended Care team. Prior to coming to Capstone, she worked several years in childcare, including at a daycare and as a nanny. Becca graduated from the Free Lutheran Bible College with a diploma in Biblical Studies. One of her greatest joys is working with children and sharing Jesus with them. 

Becca is drawn to the classical model because it is a thoughtful and intentional way of educating students. Her desire is that through this model of education, students would be filled with joy and a desire to learn. Her prayer is that the students at Capstone would seek truth, goodness, and beauty in all that God has created. 

Becca and her husband, Peter, live in Fargo and attend Bethel Church (Kindred) where they both serve on the worship team. She loves reading, baking, traveling, taking walks, and spending time with her family and friends.

Greta Railing is in the process of earning her undergraduate degree in English and Writing from Liberty University Online. She is excited to be a part of a school that not only provides students with an excellent education but also equips them with a biblical worldview. Her desire is to make a difference in students' lives by modeling a joyful pursuit of the True, Good, and Beautiful. 

Greta lives in Fargo with her parents and seven siblings. She enjoys reading, traveling, and going on adventures with friends and family. She attends Fargo Baptist Church, where she teaches the Wednesday night Pre-K class, sings in the choir, and serves at events.

Claire Peterson is in her last year of studying Human Development and Family Sciences at North Dakota State University. She has a great passion for helping children learn and grow and has enjoyed shadowing teachers and counselors as well as providing a helping hand to teachers in high school through a co-op program. Claire is particularly excited about the opportunity to help kids learn from a biblical perspective. 

In her free time, Claire also enjoys cooking, shopping, going for walks, watching sports, and spending time with friends. Claire is engaged to her fiancé, Bjorn. They enjoy going to the lake, playing games, and spending time with their families. 

Hayley Johnson earned a B.A. in Elementary Education with a minor in Bible from The Master’s University in California. She has four years of teaching experience in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grades.

She is excited to join the Capstone community and share her love of learning with students. Mrs. Hansen desires for students to grow in their spiritual wisdom and Biblical worldview through their education. 

In her spare time, Hayley loves reading, singing, playing games, and spending time with family. Some of her passions are musical theatre and learning about American history. Hayley is excited to begin married life with her fiancé. Together, they attend Bethel Church, where Hayley can be found serving in children's ministry, choir, and the coffee shop.

Olivia Baumgarten holds an Associate’s Degree in Animal Science with a specialization in beef production. As a classroom aide, she is excited to see Jesus and his teachings integrated in every part of the students’ education. 

A native Pennsylvanian, Olivia enjoys painting, playing the guitar, and raising livestock. Her home church is Martin's Lutheran Church in Casselton, where she serves as a reader.

Becca Vastag earned her bachelor's degree in Music Therapy from University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. For the past 20 years, she has held positions as a music therapist, behavior therapist, and program consultant in center-based and home programs with differently-abled children. She has also worked as an online English teacher, a music teacher at Children's Music Academy, and a freelance writer. 

As a lifelong learner, Becca is excited to join the Capstone community in pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness. She looks forward to building relationships and growing in her faith alongside colleagues, students, and their families. 

Becca, her husband, Tyler, and their two children live in West Fargo with their adorable goldendoodle. In her free time, Mrs. Vastag enjoys singing, being outside, and spending time with family and friends.