The Very Rev. Protodeacon Dr. Jovan Anicic was appointed as Director of the Department of Christian Education for the Serbian Orthodox Diocese of Eastern America in 2017 by His Grace the Right Reverend Irinej (Dobrijevic), the Bishop of the Serbian Orthodox Diocese of Eastern America. 

He is the author of many children religious books and teaching materials with a focus on Orthodox Christian education. Currently he is dedicated on curriculum development for youth and adults for the Serbian Orthodox Diocese of Eastern America.

A native of Zadar (Dalmatia), he holds degrees from Orthodox Theological Faculty of Belgrade (Serbia), M. Div. from Pontifical Gregorian University of Rome (Italy), and Ph.D. in Patristic Theology from Faculty of Dogmatic Theology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Greece). 

The Very Rev. Protodeacon Dr. Jovan Anicic is the founder of the dcechristianed.org, the official website of the Department of Christian Education of the Serbian Orthodox Diocese of Eastern America.

Taken from: https://www.dcechristianed.org

Amelia Bartholomew, MD, MPH, FACS, will guide the development of the Science Department at Three Hierarchs Orthodox Christian High School and teach Biology. 

Dr. Bartholomew currently serves as Professor of Surgery and Adjunct Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Illinois at Chicago. There she is the Chief of Translational Research for the Department of Surgery, Director of Medical Student Surgical Education, and Co-Director of SHARP! the Summer High School Apprenticeship Program in AI, Robotics, and Bioengineering. Dr Bartholomew teaches microsurgery, surgical skills and case discussion, and the Anatomy and Surgery Intensive and serves on the Program Curricular Committee at the medical school. Her research laboratory focuses on the effects of electromagnetic waves on tissue injury and regeneration. She has over 100 publications including original manuscripts, abstracts, book chapters, and patents and has received over $40 million in research funding from government, industry, and private foundation sources. 

Dr. Bartholomew completed her undergraduate and graduate degrees in the Honors Program in Medicine at Northwestern University, a general surgical residency at the University of Illinois, a solid organ transplant fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard University, and a master’s degree in public health with a focus in nutrition from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. She holds a Higher Education Teaching Certificate from the Derek Bok Center of Teaching and Learning at Harvard University.

Dr. Bartholomew is an active member of St John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church where she serves as the high school Sunday School teacher.  She resides in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin along with her husband, two sons, and a lovable, rescued dog named Percy.

Dr. Dimitris Alexandrakis, MA, MDIV, PhD, Ambassador of Greece (ad honorem), has been appointed as the Ancient Greek, Logic, and Professional Development Provider for our Day School Staff. Dr. Alexandrakis has an immense dedication to Orthodoxy and Education, and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our beloved THOCHS, and we are thrilled to have him on board.

Dr. Dimitris Alexandrakis holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts from Hellenic College, a Master of Divinity from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology, a Master of Arts in Classics from Boston College, and a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Boston College. With a strong academic background and years of teaching experience, Dr. Alexandrakis is well-equipped to guide our staff in their professional development.

Throughout his career, Dr. Alexandrakis has been dedicated to the education of children and has authored several books and articles on various educational topics. His teaching experience spans from pre-school to secondary schools, where he has taught subjects such as philosophy, theology, history, religion, culture, Greek language, and more. Dr. Alexandrakis is known for his holistic approach to teaching, taking into consideration the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, religious, physical, behavioral, cultural, and social aspects of each student.

In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Dr. Alexandrakis has been involved in curriculum development, administrative services, and has received certifications in e-learning and computer technology. He is proficient in English, Greek, and French, and is currently learning Spanish.

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Dimitri Alexandrakis to our team. We are confident that his expertise and dedication will greatly benefit our Pan-Orthodox community. 

Eva Economy holds a Master's in Teaching and Certification from Seattle University, with endorsements in English, History, and Political Science. She also possesses a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Washington. With her exceptional educational background and commitment to professional development, Eva is well-equipped to meet the instructional needs of our student body.

Prior to joining Three Hierarchs Orthodox Christian High School, Eva taught at prestigious institutions such as The Westminster Schools in Atlanta, Georgia, The Latin School of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, Chicago Academy for the Arts in Chicago, Illinois, and North Shore Country Day School in Winnetka, Illinois. Her experience spans a variety of subjects, including History, English, Humanities, Asian Civilization, Western Civilization, and World Religions.

In addition to her teaching experience, Eva has actively participated in various volunteer activities, including serving on the Saint John the Baptist GOC Parish Council Executive Committee and as an Iconography Member. She has also contributed to the International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) as a Parish Liaison Docent, and has been involved with the Museum Education Department at the Art Institute of Chicago. Eva's involvement in these organizations showcases her commitment to serving the community and promoting cultural awareness.

Mrs. Jolynn Ruggerio was born and raised in the Antiochian Church in downstate Illinois.  She has resided in Deerfield and Glenview since 1982  She is a retired registered nurse by profession and specialized mainly in intensive care nursing. She has dedicated nearly 50 years to religious education and youth ministry in various capacities in both the Antiochian and Greek Archdioceses.  She served on the Religious Education Commission for the Greek Metropolis for nine years producing numerous Orthodox religious education seminars. Together with her husband, Raymond, they have four adult children, Pani  Marianna, Anthony, Maggie, and Sam, along with two grandsons. Jolynn has been active in various Pan-Orthodox Orthodox organizations, having served as president of Orthodox Christian Synergy, organizing and producing  theological Symposia, Orthodox Christians for Life and having been  member of the Pan-Orthodox Choir of Greater Chicago. Ray and Jolynn are active members of St. Haralambos in Niles.

Mrs. Alla Shroeter, MA, MBA, MS, and MSc, has a deep commitment to our Orthodox Christian faith and brings a wealth of expertise and experience in the fields of mathematics, advanced statistics, and physics.

With a background in higher education teaching and extensive experience in data analysis, quality assurance, and certification engineering of solid materials and medical equipment, Mrs. Alla Shroeter is well-equipped to enrich our academic environment and support our students' intellectual growth. Additionally, she has a diverse skill set that includes proficiency in a variety of programming languages such as R, Java, Python, SAS, SQL, C#, Visual Basic, C++, and Perl, among others. Her hands-on experience in managing and operating small business research and development illustrate her flexibility and expertise.

Throughout her professional journey, Mrs. Alla Shroeter has held positions at reputable institutions such as Elgin Community College, German International School of Chicago, Brightmont Academy, and College of Du Page, where she has excelled in teaching mathematics, statistics, physics, and computer science.

Her academic accomplishments include a Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics from Northeastern Illinois University, studies in Computer Science, and an MBA in Engineering and Science from Technical University Munich, Germany.

Mrs. Alla Shroeter's dedication to education and her passion for mathematical modeling of physical processes make her a valuable addition to our faculty. Her certifications in CAD and CNA, along with her multilingual proficiency in English, German, and Russian, highlight her commitment to personal and professional growth.

Mr. Christopher Chiakulas, MA, M.Ed,  is a consultant for Three Hierarchs Orthodox Christian High School and serves as the Postsecondary Counselor at John Hersey High School in Arlington Heights, Illinois. With 11 years of experience as a school counselor, Christopher has gained expertise in college and career readiness. In recognition of his dedication, he was selected as the ACT K-12 College and Career Readiness Champion for the state of Illinois in 2018.

Christopher's educational background includes working as an Academic Advisor for undergraduate students at DePaul University and as a high school Business Education teacher. Additionally, he is currently an Adjunct Instructor at the College of Lake County in Grayslake, Illinois, where he teaches a course called "College Success Seminar."

Moreover, Christopher is the founder of Orthodox Christian College Counseling, a platform that assists Eastern Orthodox Christians in navigating the college search, application, and selection process from an Orthodox perspective. His deep understanding and commitment to his faith make him a valuable resource in guiding individuals through this important life phase.

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