Meet Our Staff

Welcome to Between the Lakes Virtual Academy and the Kiel eSchool!

My name is Sarah Scovell Muraski, and I am honored to be of service as your administrator. I have been an educator in some capacity for over two decades in public, private, charter and virtual schools. To date, I have earned degrees in English, French, history, and Educational Administrative Leadership from Silver Lake College and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and recently added a certification in Structured Literacy and dyslexia intervention from Carroll University and the Center for Effective Reading Instruction (CERI).

When not enjoying the hiking trails, fishing holes, and inspirational views for painting around Wisconsin, you’ll find me reading or writing, having adventures with my creative and brilliant family, learning more languages (Spanish & ASL), traveling with friends, volunteering, or growing things to eat! 

Teaching and learning are my passions. Everything I do – for fun or to live – has something to do with those two things. There is no greater thing we can aspire to as human beings than discovery — of the world, the universe, each other, or ourselves — and ultimately love and respect for what we find. 

We are so excited to have you on the journey with us!

Email: sscovellmuraski@kiel.k12.wi.us
Office hours by Appointment

Phone: 920-894-5169
Email: jowen@kiel.k12.wi.us

Email: rtrueblood@kiel.k12.wi.us

Hello! My name is Victoria (Tori) Leonard. I started my teaching career in Kiel in 2003 and taught there for 8 years as the high school PE/Health teacher. I started with Kiel eSchool in 2008. In the summer of 2011 I moved back to my hometown of Mineral Point and spent 1 year as a substitute teacher before becoming the high school PE/Health teacher at Dodgeville. I spent 1 year at Dodgeville before getting my current job at Pecatonica Elementary School as the PE teacher. I also coached Varsity volleyball for 15 years. My husband, daughter, son, and I live in Blanchardville, WI on a dairy farm.

Email: vleonard@kiel.k12.wi.us

I am Margo Kalepp and I earned my undergraduate degree in Broadfield Social Studies with licenses in History, Psych, Economics and Social Studies from UW-Eau Claire and my Master’s degree from UW-Madison in Educational Policy. My husband, daughter and son are also graduates of UW-Madison; so now you know why I am such an avid Badger fan!  I have been a teacher for 40 years and look forward to the start of every school year. I find teenagers to be fascinating individuals!  My spare time is filled with travel, cheering for Badger football and basketball teams, reading, decorating and walking.   My favorite activity is spending as much time as possible with my two awesome grandchildren.

Email: mkalepp@kiel.k12.wi.us

I am Maggie Vonck and I am the Kiel eSchool English teacher.

I worked in the Green Bay School District for 8 years prior to coming to Kiel. In Green Bay I was a school librarian, an English teacher and a technology coach. I joined the Kiel eSchool in 2014. I really enjoy the online environment and working with so many students.

In my spare time I enjoy working on house projects, traveling and trying delicious new foods.

My family moved in 2020 (as if the pandemic wasn’t chaotic enough!) to Richmond, Virginia. We love life in the south and we enjoy visiting friends and family in Wisconsin!

Email: mvonck@kiel.k12.wi.us

Welcome! I’m Jill Fritsch, and I will be teaching Family and Consumer Science at the high school level for Kiel eschool. After teaching 39 years, I recently retired from teaching face to face. I taught 28 years for the Kiel Area School District for middle and high school in Family and Consumer Education and Health.

Previously, I taught 11 years at Oakfield High School. I graduated from UW-Stout and obtained a Masters in Educational Computing from Cardinal Stritch College. I truly enjoy spending time with my husband, three children and four grandchildren. In my free time, I love to cook, sew, read, garden and spend time with family and friends.

Email: JFritsch@kiel.k12.wi.us

My Name is J. Braun, I am the current Agriculture Education Teacher for Kiel E-school and have been working in education for 8 total years together. I graduated from UW-River Falls with a bachelor’s degree. I have coached football and golf and enjoy playing these sports as well. I grew up on a dairy farm near Green Bay WI, and just moved to the Madison area. My hobbies are traveling, video games, watching sports, movies, and shows. Favorite show currently is Ted Lasso. I am excited to be part of the school!

Email: jbraun@kiel.k12.wi.us

Greetings to everyone! My name is Rebecca Luedeman, and I’m excited to join the Between the Lakes and Kiel eschool programs. I started teaching in 2004 as a high school English teacher. Teaching Shakespeare to freshmen was a dream of mine, and I enjoyed it for the first part of my career. My next goal was to earn a Master of Fine Arts degree in creative writing which required me to leave my home state of Wisconsin. My new degree allowed me to spend the next six years teaching college composition and literature in five different states. While this was fun and life-changing, I missed the Midwest and my family. Upon returning home, I added a special education degree, and I’ve spent the last decade working with at-risk youth in a variety of settings. My educational experiences have been unpredictable, challenging, inspiring, and always thought-provoking. My goal as an educator is to help students visualize possibilities and embrace curiosities. I believe there is no one perfect recipe for teaching yet I embrace the chaos in the kitchen.

When not teaching, I enjoy being outdoors with my labrador, Koa, and cat, Punky. Although I live in Green Bay, I’m a steadfast Detroit Red Wing hockey fan, and I never miss a WSL surfing event. I’m a great auntie to five adorable nieces and nephews.

Email: rluedeman@kiel.k12.wi.us

Hello! My name is Korben Biersack and it is my pleasure to serve this community as a special education for both Kiel eSchool and Between the Lakes Virtual Academy. I have been in education for over ten years in the school districts of Sussex-Hamilton, Elmbrook and West Allis-West Milwaukee. I received my undergraduate degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from Wisconsin Lutheran College and then later earned my Master’s Degree in Leadership and Innovation from WLC. I also have experience coaching baseball at Greenfield High School and Wisconsin Lutheran College. Additionally, I have been serving as an adjunct professor at Wisconsin Lutheran College.

At both Kiel eSchool and Between the Lakes Virtual Academy I will assume the role as special education teacher. I will be serving as the case manager for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEP) to help oversee and/or implement the services and supports for students on my caseload. I strive to be an advocate, energizer and support system for the students and families I serve.

Outside of education, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. My wife and I reside in a suburban city of Milwaukee with our 3-year old daughter and two rescue dogs Max and Gus. We enjoy walking the dogs, watching and reading all things Disney, cooking and trying new foods, and cheering for Wisconsin sports teams.

One quote that has grounded me throughout my educational journey is: “All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” This Walt Disney quote helps encompass my belief system in education that we can help every student learn and assist in helping them achieve their goals in life.

Email: kbiersack@kiel.k12.wi.us
Phone: (414) 293-2263

¡Hola! Mi nombre es Joseph Schauwitzer, your Spanish teacher. I am from the Milwaukee area, I studied education and Spanish in Milwaukee and Oshkosh. I began my career 15+ years ago teaching bilingual education in Green Bay. About a decade ago I moved to Costa Rica for 7 years to teach English. Most recently, I was teaching high school Spanish in both Waukesha and Milwaukee. In 2023 I spent a year traveling all over Latin America and simultaneously teaching Spanish online. When I am not teaching I am definitely traveling, road tripping the USA to see national parks or climbing volcanoes in Central America. I enjoy hanging with friends and family, including my quadruplet siblings, as well as meeting new people, learning Portuguese, hiking mountains, kayaking, or just about anything outdoors. I am thoroughly looking forward to “abriendo puertas” to a world language and culture that could (quizás) change students’ lives forever. Who’s with me on this “viaje”?

I’m Mr. Hacker, and I’m excited to be your music teacher here at BTLVA and Kiel eSchool! I’ve taught and directed band and orchestra programs from middle school through college, and I love helping students grow as musicians. I also work as an educational leader, supporting strong teaching, safe schools, and positive learning environments.

Along with teaching virtually, I teach in Menomonee Falls as a middle school band and general music teacher and serve as the conductor and music director of the Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra Wind Ensemble. I’ve previously taught in Hartford and Waukesha, and I stay active as a tuba, bass trombone, and euphonium performer.

I studied music education at Carroll University, earned a master’s in educational leadership from Cardinal Stritch University, and I’m currently working on my Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Boston University. Outside of music, I enjoy spending time with my family, being on the water, hiking, reading, and traveling. I’m looking forward to learning about you and music together!

Hello! My name is Jacquelyn Seidler and I am excited to be your speech-language pathologist! I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota and completed my master’s degree at UW Madison. Throughout my years of schooling, I conducted special research projects related to child-language acquisition and specialized in working with the pediatric population. I love learning so much that I recently went back to school to obtain an endorsement in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health through UW Madison! Outside of being an online speech and language teacher, I have experience working with the Birth to Three population. When I am not in the classroom, you can most likely find me in vacationing in Door County with my husband, spending time with our big families (including 10 nieces & nephews!), or spoiling our two-year-old dog, Duke. I am looking forward to this school year with you!

Email: jseidler@kiel.k12.wi.us