Mrs. Dumford is in her twenty-second year teaching second grade. She holds a Master's Degree from Xavier University in Education. She has two sons. One is attending the College of Mount St. Joseph and the other attends McNicholas High School. She is active in parish and school activities throughout the year. Mrs. Schaeffer is in her tenth year teaching second grade. She has four children and two grandchildren. She is a past PTO and Education Commission president. She completed her Master's Degree in Education at Xavier University.
Mrs. Dumford's mission is to guide and motivate her students into believing in themselves. She encourages her students to develop a positive sense of self-esteem. She develops high standards in academics and behavior. She holds her students accountable for achieving their own goals.