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Faith in the Classroom: Amanda Heitritter Co-Authors Teacher Devotional
Maranatha High School teacher Amanda Heitritter is extending her passion for education and faith beyond the classroom as a co-author of a new teacher devotional resource published by Kendall Hunt Publishing. The devotional offers faith-based encouragement and practical wisdom to help educators navigate the challenges and joys of teaching.
Having 15 years of teaching experience, including three at Maranatha, Amanda teaches Environmental Science. Through her master's program in Course Design at Biola University, she collaborated with Dr. Hetzel and fellow educators to develop a devotional designed to support teachers in their spiritual journeys.
Drawing from research informed by student data and educators' personal experiences, the resource addresses spiritual challenges teachers encounter throughout their careers. Amanda's chapters explore the vulnerabilities educators face during difficult seasons, including feelings of insecurity, responding to parent feedback, and finding time to connect with God amid the demands of teaching.
Through her reflections, Amanda hopes to remind teachers that they are not alone in their struggles and to offer practical, faith-based encouragement.
For Amanda, integrating faith into education is foundational to how teachers approach their work and relationships. She believes God is present in all things and that Scripture guides how we interact with others and the world around us.
Writing the devotional has also strengthened Amanda's personal commitment to modeling her faith through her actions, interactions with students, and intentional efforts to prioritize God in all things.
Her hope is that the devotional will encourage educators across different schools and circumstances to remain grounded in their faith, especially during challenging seasons, remembering that God's presence remains constant throughout their calling.
At Maranatha, Amanda brings this same commitment to her classroom, helping students grow academically while encouraging them to live out their faith in everyday life.
Outside the classroom, Amanda enjoys life as a hockey mom of three and an avid plant collector.
We celebrate Amanda's accomplishment and are grateful for her dedication to students and her willingness to share her faith and experience with fellow educators. Her contributions reflect Maranatha's commitment to nurturing both academic excellence and spiritual growth.
