Meet Our Team

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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.

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.

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

Sister School Exchange Program

Meet Our Team

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Financial Supporters

SSEP is grateful to the Lakeshore Excellence Foundation, the Lakeshore Chapter of Rotary International, and the German American Partnership Program.