Meet the Staff

Patty loves Crossroads and what it stands for. She enjoys being with the kids, getting to know them, and helping them learn about and grow in Jesus. Patty has been married to Buddy for 15 years and has two sons, Bruce and Coylan. They worship at Lancaster Church of the Nazarene and serve in their church and youth group. In her down time, she enjoys reading, going to the movies with her family, and being outdoors especially to hike and bike.

Cheri brings over 25 years of administrative experience and finds joy in serving at Crossroads, while watching how God continues to move within this school He knit together. She is thankful for the opportunity to also teach music at Crossroads and pass along the seeds of faith, music, and worship to the next generation. Cheri and her husband Nathan have four children. She enjoys spending time with family, studying the Bible, journaling, playing the piano, and watching a lot of baseball. She serves at Hinkletown Mennonite Church as a worship leader and is also the Administrative Assistant/Bookkeeper for JoyShop Ministries.

A 2025 graduate from Liberty University, Kaylee is excited to implement her background in Family and Child Development into a classroom setting. She is honored to do so at Crossroads, a ministry-minded place that disciples and equips the next generation for Christ. During college, Kaylee explored different professional avenues within her degree but ultimately fell in love with teaching young kids. Kaylee understands that every child is uniquely created by God and will foster an engaging, intentional, and fun learning environment so each child can flourish in their individual ways. Outside of the classroom, Kaylee loves spending time with her friends and family (especially her eight nieces and nephews), being outdoors, running, reading, and writing.

Kenzie is excited for her second year at Crossroads, serving as our Kindergarten teacher! She is a 2021 graduate of Millersville University with a degree in Early Childhood Education, and always knew she wanted to be a teacher. She discovered a joy for teaching younger aged students when she became a pre-kindergarten teacher in West Chester. We have enjoyed watching her creativity and love for hands-on learning come to life at Crossroads. In her free time, she enjoys playing on adult co-ed soccer and softball teams. She also has a passion for crocheting and sewing.

Rebekah (Bekah) is excited to continue growing in her role supporting students and teachers at Crossroads. With a heart for children and a natural gift for nurturing young minds, she discovered her love for education while working with the three-year-olds at Gracepoint Learning Center, and dreams of becoming a mother one day too. A homeschool graduate herself, Rebekah fondly remembers her co-op experiences and wouldn't change that foundation. She is a member of Hinkletown Mennonite Church and enjoys reading, singing, playing the tin whistle, and spending time snuggling her niece and nephew any chance she has. Her love for God, learning, and deep care for children continue to shape her journey.

Amy is a ray of sunshine and possesses great skills for teaching young students. Amy graduated with a degree in early elementary education from Millersville University and completed her student teaching with the Manheim Township School District, where she realized her passion and joy in teaching students at the younger level. Amy grew up in Downingtown and moved to Elverson a couple years ago and attends Encourage Community Church. She enjoys spending time with her husband Joe, playing with their dog, making candles, and all things food!

Breana Fatjo is passionate about early childhood education and helping students grow academically and socially. She brings five years of experience teaching special education in the Annville-Cleona School District and student taught 1st grade in the Palmyra School District as well as 3rd-5th Life Skills in the Cornwall-Lebanon School District. A Charlotte, NC native, she’s lived in Ephrata since 2007 and is an Ephrata High School graduate. Breana earned a B.S. in Early Childhood and Special Education from Lebanon Valley College and a Master's in Educational Leadership from Liberty University. Breana and her husband, Charlie, have enjoyed recently becoming parents to their daughter. She attends Grace Church in Lititz and enjoys exploring nature, playing pickleball, reading, worshipping, and discovering new restaurants.

Crystal graduated from Elizabethtown College in 2012 with a degree in Psychology and from Lancaster Bible College in 2016 with a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling. Before joining the Crossroads team in January 2022, Crystal worked in community based mental health serving children with Autism. Crystal and her husband Eric stay busy raising their son and spoiling their pets. When not at work, Crystal enjoys camping, gardening, thrifting, and baking.

Dawn brings experience as a librarian, co-op teacher, and many years as a homeschooling mom. She has established children's book clubs, worked with AWANA programs, and VBS. Born and raised in Bucks County, PA, she has also lived in numerous states. She is blessed to be the mother of five adult children, a teenager, and six grandchildren under the age of ten. Her hobbies include traveling, swimming, needle felting, photography, board games, watching Phillies games, and particularly enjoys reading historical fiction novels. She faithfully attends Crossway Church in Mohnton and looks forward to serving the Crossroads students.

Sheldon brings a lifelong passion for STEM to Crossroads. After 40 years in global manufacturing and HR, he is eager to step into the classroom—offering experience, energy, and vision to prepare students for adulthood while fostering real-world application and critical thinking. He holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering from the General Motors Institute and a M.S. in Engineering from Harvard University. At both schools, he was a tutor and teaching fellow in calculus, fueling his desire to support students academically. Sheldon and his wife, Sandy, raised five children in Reamstown, all of whom attended PA Virtual Charter School. He served as President of the PAVCS Board of Trustees and is active at Transfiguration Orthodox Church in Lititz. He enjoys senior men’s softball and biking across northern Lancaster County.

Michelle is joyfully returning to the staff family of Crossroads. She previously taught high school bible and filled an administrative role at Crossroads before taking a two year break to homeschool her children traditionally. She has a deep passion for the word of God and is excited about sharing and teaching His word to the next generation. Michelle has been a homeschool mom to their four children for five years and married to her wonderful husband, Adam for 19 years. She has taught Sunday school, bible quizzing, and children’s church. Her family attends Ephrata Reformed Presbyterian Church. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family, camping, reading, watching baseball, and listening to audio sermons.