Classrooms

Mr. Antonino Cammarata

Mr. Justin Jenks

My name is Justin Jenks and I am thrilled to be serving Brummitt Elementary School as the dean of students this school year. Throughout my career, I have heard amazing things about the Brummitt students, families, and staff members. I couldn’t be more excited to work with all of you!

In 2011 I graduated from Chesterton High School. I enjoyed the community and my schooling career so much that I decided to return to Duneland as a teacher in 2015. Over the last eight years, I have taught 3rd and 5th grade, coached baseball, and served as the interim assistant principal at Liberty Intermediate School. 

When I am not at school I enjoy rooting for my favorite sports teams such as the Cubs, Bears, Bulls, and of course the Boilermakers! Also, when the weather is nice and the waves on Lake Michigan are calm, I enjoy taking my boat out to fish for salmon, trout, and perch.

Mrs. Lindsay Moskalick

My name is Lindsay Moskalick and I'm the school counselor at Brummitt Elementary. I have been in education for over 14 years and I am currently the head girls cross country and track coach at Chesterton High School. I'm originally from Chesterton and I attended Duneland Schools K-12.

It is my goal to provide the best services for students, teachers, parents, and the community. I will be providing classroom guidance, small group, and individual counseling. I will talk with students on a variety of issues including social skills, friendships, divorce, academic, character building, study skills, self-regulation/control and etc.

The goal of the Brummitt Counseling site is to be a helpful tool for students, parents, and faculty.

ASCA -Role of the School Counselor

Learn why counselors are an important part of the educational team and what they can do to help your child.

If you need to contact Mrs. Moskalick, please email her at lmoskalick@duneland.k12.in.us or call 219-983-3660 ext. 5137

Mrs. Elissa Dortmund

Mrs. Julie Giesick

I graduated from Chesterton High School and then went on to Purdue University where I earned a degree in Elementary Education. I received my masters in Elementary Education from Ball State University. My first teaching position was at Brummitt Elementary soon after graduating, and I have taught here ever since. I have taught 1st grade, 3rd grade, and many years in Kindergarten. In my free time, I love spending time with my two kids, going to the beach, traveling, exercising, and enjoying life! I love warm weather and all things friends and family!

Mrs. Katie Helmbrecht

I graduated from Purdue North Central (now Purdue Northwest) with a bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I was fortunate enough to do my student teaching at Brummitt, and have been here ever since. My whole teaching career has been spent teaching first grade. My personal interests include going on walks, being with friends, reading, and spending time with my son and husband. I love warm weather and being outside as much as possible. 

Mrs. Renee Mundt

I graduated from Ball State in 2007 and have taught first grade since.  I received my master's degree from Indiana Wesleyan in 2011.  I began teaching at Brummitt at the start of the 2022-2023 school year.  When I am not teaching, I enjoy spending quality time with my two children and husband. I also enjoy traveling, reading, riding bikes and hiking. 

Mrs. Caitlyn Maddack

I have always been a part of Duneland Schools since I can remember! My family and I lived in Chesterton for most of my life, and I have always loved the Duneland School Corporation. After graduating from Chesterton High School, I attended Purdue University Northwest and received my bachelors degree in Elementary Education/Early Childhood. It seemed only natural to apply for a teaching position at Duneland Schools. I began teaching first grade at Brummitt Elementary School in 2020, and have been loving it ever since!  In my spare time, I enjoy hiking, going to the beach, and gardening. 

Mrs. Jen McWhirter

Mrs. Angela Ray

Mrs. Emily West

I graduated from Chesterton High School and continued my education at Purdue University Northwest where I earned a bachelors degree in Elementary Education. I always knew I wanted to teach for the Duneland Schools. I began teaching at Brummitt in 2014. I spent a few years in Kindergarten before moving to first grade. My favorite thing to do when I'm not at school is to spend time with my husband and our two kids. My family means the world to me. I also enjoy baking, going for bike rides, and watching movies.

Mrs. Katie Curiel

I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a reading endorsement, as well as a master's degree in Educational Administration, all from Purdue University. In 2003, I began teaching second grade at Brummitt Elementary.  I have taught second grade exclusively at Brummitt with the exception of the one year I spent teaching third grade.

Mrs. Elyce Herman

I have a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Purdue University, with an endorsement in reading. Additionally, I have a Masters' Degree in Applied Classroom Practices from Ball State University. My whole career has been spent teaching at Brummitt Elementary. I began teaching second grade in 2013. Prior to that, I was the reading specialist for three years and spent one year as a Kindergarten teacher.

Mrs. Kosakowski

In 1996, I received my bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Purdue University with a reading minor and a kindergarten endorsement.  Throughout my teaching career in the LaPorte, Michigan City, and Duneland school systems, I have taught Kindergarten, first, second, and fifth grade.  When I am not teaching, my husband and I enjoy trying new restaurants or new recipes together.  I have two amazing stepsons and a sweet daughter-in-law.  Some of my favorite things to do are traveling to warmer climates, spending time with family and friends, and crafting.   

Mrs. Brandi Beckwith

I graduated from Purdue University North Central in 2012 with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with a reading endorsement. I received my master's from Ball State University in 2016 with a degree in Educational Technology. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, hiking, kayaking, and horseback riding. I have been part of the Brummitt family since 2013 with my teaching experience primarily in third grade. 

Mrs. Ann Frump

I graduated from Valparaiso University with a Bachelor of Science in Education and a minor in Music. I love spending time with my family and gardening. I have taught Pre-K, Kindergarten, and grades 2-5.

Mrs. Sharon Haussman

I have a master's degree in Elementary Education and have been teaching third grade at Brummitt Elementary School for the past 10 years. I enjoy hiking in the Indiana Dunes and I enjoy math and science.

Mrs. Laurin Bassetto

I received my bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Ball State University. I have been teaching fourth grade at Brummitt Elementary since 2014. I am also a co-chair of the Brummitt Student Council committee.

Mrs. Bassetto's Classroom

Fourth Grade Website

Mrs. Amy Martin

I have been teaching at Brummitt Elementary since 2021. I received a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Taylor University and I am bilingual in Spanish. 

Miss Martin's Classroom

Fourth Grade Website

Mrs. Laura Roberson

Miss Dainey Vacco

I have been teaching fourth grade at Brummitt Elementary since 2021. I received a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Valparaiso University and have an English Language Learners (ELL) endorsement. 

Miss Vacco's Classroom

Fourth Grade Website

Mrs. Kyla Jagiela

I attended Purdue University where I earned my dual degree in Elementary and Special Education. Upon graduating, I served as the lead teacher for an Autism and Emotional Disabilities program for several years. After relocating, I was hired by Duneland as a Title 1 Aide and was then promoted to the position of RTI Math Instructor. I am currently teaching at Brummitt Elementary as the Applied Skills teacher and love every moment of it! I’m a bit of a busy body! I dabble in lots of different things, like painting, swimming, kayaking, and yoga. When I’m not teaching, you can find me spending time with my children and husband. When it’s warm, I enjoy riding on the back of my husband's motorcycle, hanging out at the lake with my kiddos, or getting out in nature. During our long winters, I’m snuggled up on the couch with my dog reading a book or watching TV. 

Mrs. Debbie Lewandowski

I graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor's degree in Science relating to Speech Pathology and Audiology. I then attended IUN and received a graduate license for Mild Interventions K-12. I started as a special education teacher working with hearing impaired students at Westchester Intermediate and Chesterton High School for my first year of teaching, followed by six year as a special education teacher at Chesterton Middle School. I left Duneland and taught at Munster Middle School for one year; however, my heart was at Duneland Schools, so I returned as a special education teacher at Brummitt Elementary. I have been teaching at Brummitt ever since and it is wonderful! I enjoy hiking, reading, swimming and decorating/home remodeling. I love animals and would love to get another dog soon. I love spending time with my family and taking vacations together. I have taught all grade levels from kindergarten to high school. The services I provide primarily include instruction/support in reading, phonics, writing, and math. 

Mrs. Demi James

Mrs. Katie White