Amy Ponder

4th Grade Teacher

Bachelor of Science, Human Development, Family Sciences- Oregon State University

Bachelor of Science, Education, Western Oregon University

Master of Science, Western Oregon University

Mrs. Ponder came to Grace Cascade in 2019 to teach 4th grade. She and her husband Cody have two children- Taylor and Camden- plus they have a dog and three goats. The Ponders attend Table Rock Fellowship. Mr. and Mrs. Ponder are involved with Sparrow Clubs, and her husband is competing in "Dancing With The Rogue Valley Stars." She really likes running as she has competed in four marathons- including twice in the Boston Marathon.

Dear Grace Christian Family and Kathy Rouse (Heritage tour coordinator), It was wonderful to see all of you and share my experience at the Naval Academy with such a bright group of (8th grade) students... Thank you for the guiding light you all have been and the moral foundation you instilled in me at a young age...You all are amazing and without wonderful role models and teachers like you the world would be a much darker place. Keep shining for the Lord!

-AMY K., Former Student

Dear Grace Christian Family and Kathy Rouse (Heritage tour coordinator), It was wonderful to see all of you and share my experience at the Naval Academy with such a bright group of (8th grade) students... Thank you for the guiding light you all have been and the moral foundation you instilled in me at a young age...You all are amazing and without wonderful role models and teachers like you the world would be a much darker place. Keep shining for the Lord!

-AMY K., Former Student2

As we passed an ambulance on our way to school this morning I found out that when the kids hear one going by the school they stop class to say a prayer for the person in need. Just one more thing that I LOVE about our school.

-Christie S. via Facebook

Thank you for the work you do at Grace Christian...also for the good years of school your provided for our granddaughter...

-GCS grandparent

(Our daughter) enjoyed her visit very much...the atmosphere is much more laid back and friendly than (her other) high school. The Honors English teacher made a lovely impression on her and so did the cafe lunch...One of the other things that made a big impression on her was the fact that students were openly talking about church and which ones they attend.

-prospective mom after her daughter shadowed for a day

The Lord has a path for everybody...what better place to start (your) walk then at Grace�Just amazing!!!

-Kasy P. via Facebook

Cascade has built who I am today. My life can be divided into pre-Cascade and post-Cascade periods. Cascade is where you can find your true spiritual identity with the Lord.

-Sangyoon L. via Facebook

I want to say thank you for the well ran wrestling tournament today! Our group of kids had fun. We look forward to coming back next year!

-Kyla S. via Facebook

I am deeply thankful to have grown up at Grace Christian School. Looking back, I realize more and more how blessed I am to have attended. Now 28 years old, I am teaching English in (the Middle East). So many projects and activities, the impressions my fruitful and faithful teachers had on me, continue to inspire me today. Thank you Grace! Praise the Lord :)!

-Steven V. via Facebook

I am deeply thankful to have grown up at Grace Christian School. Looking back, I realize more and more how blessed I am to have attended. Now 28 years old, I am teaching English in (the Middle East). So many projects and activities, the impressions my fruitful and faithful teachers had on me, continue to inspire me today. Thank you Grace! Praise the Lord :)!

-DeAnna S. via Facebook

Best Christian school in Jackson and Josephine counties! Son has been going to Grace from Pre K through 5th grade. Amazing teachers and great administrators!

-Brent D. via Facebook

Love the way they include the grandparents, I so enjoyed Grandparents Day 3/9/2016, Thank you.

-eanie B. via Facebook

The new (middle school) facility is amazing! Cant wait for students to experience their new classrooms.

-Debbi A. via Facebook