School Board Members
Michelle Thom is in her second year serving as Administrator of Luther Memorial Academy.
Pastor Jay Mitchell (he/him) is Pastor of Luther Memorial Church and Academy.
John Bartlett, School Board President, John has been a member of the School Board since 2018. He has two children currently attending LMA. He is a licensed attorney who has worked in both the legal and banking fields in Erie. Originally from Massachusetts, John moved to Erie in 2012 with wife, Natalie.
Miriam Scheid has been the Parish Manager of Luther Memorial Church and the Treasurer or Assistant Treasurer of Luther Memorial Academy since October 2007. She also helps with tech support for the school. Miriam grew up in Orlando, Florida, and moved to Erie in 1988. She has three adult children and two grandchildren. Miriam enjoys the beach, camping, kayaking, and loves to travel.
AJ Noyes has taught at Luther Memorial since 2020 and her 8th grade son has attended LMA since 2007.
Shannon McAdoo was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church and then came to Luther Memorial Church when they merged. Her daughter started at Luther in Second grade in 2003 and thrived during her seven years here. She feels lucky that her position as an Office Manager allows her the flexibility to volunteer at LMA. Shannon has lead or assisted with fundraising, the Accelerated Reader program, PTL, technology, field trips, and wherever else help was needed.
Greg Kern has been a member of Luther Memorial Church for over 30 years. He is a Certified Public Accountant and has been treasurer of the Church for 30+ years. Greg has a son and daughter that attended LMA and both are working in the area in successful careers .
MJ Howell, Member Emeritus, has given 40 years of volunteer work to LMA.
Maria Goellner (“gell-ner”) has two children at Luther Memorial Academy. She is a public interest attorney working on criminal justice priorities in legislatures across the country.
Jason King, became of member of the School Board in 2024. An LMA alumni, he is the father of three wonderful daughters in grades 4th, 2nd, and 1st grades at Luther Memorial Academy. He is a Personal Trainer/ Health Coach and an active member of Christ Temple Church in Erie. Husband to Leah King (2024-2025 PTL President), Jason was born and raised in Erie and is committed to the integrity of serving the Erie community.