About & Contact
Who We Are
Mission Statement
The mission of CESE is to open the door to a Christian education for every child, especially children with special needs.
Serving
Christian Educators
CESE sponsors a day-long educational conference each year in an effort to assist WELS teachers. We also share information about teaching students with special needs through our website, Facebook page, and workshops.
Continuing to Serve
Educators and Families
The CESE board members are willing to answer questions concerning the education of a child with special needs. Parents and teachers may contact a board member at any time.
Meet Our Staff
President
Terri Salzwedel
Terri is a 1986 graduate of Dr. Martin Luther College. She is the special needs teacher for Peace Lutheran School in Hartford, Wisconsin, and she is currently working on her master's degree in special education. Her special interest is helping students with dyslexia learn to read, especially by using the Barton Method.
Secretary
Calista Leistekow
Calista is a 2013 graduate of Martin Luther College. She graduated with her Masters of Science in Education with a special education emphasis in 2018. She has served as a kindergarten teacher on the Apache Reservation at Peridot-Our Savior's Lutheran School. She has experience working with students with emotional and behavioral disorders and learning disabilities.
