Meet Our Team
Program Co-Director, Lakeshore High School
Amy Perkins
Amy teaches US History and World History at Lakeshore High School. She has experience coordinating and leading student tour groups in the US, Europe, and Australia.
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Program Director, Gesamtschule Hardt
René Amels
René teaches Geography and English for Years 5-13 at Gesamtschule Hardt. He has coordinated and led student travel programs in the US, China, and throughout Europe.
Program Co-Director, Lakeshore Public Schools
Danielle Plichta
A Spanish teacher with 25 years experience, Danielle has hosted two SSEP students and led student trips to Costa Rica, Canada, England, France, Spain, and Italy.
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School Headmistress, Gesamtschule Hardt
Susanne Kölling
An experienced teacher of foreign languages and a passionate advocate of international student exchanges, Susanne enjoys teaching music while also serving as headmistress at Gesamtschule Hardt.
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Financial Supporters
SSEP is funded, in part, by generous individuals and organizations committed to promoting global competency through transatlantic friendships and experiential learning. If you would like to join this team of program sponsors, please contact Amy Perkins at aperkins@lpslancer.net