Mr. Arnholt

mark.arnholt@huhs.org

Teaching classes that echo his high energy level, Mr. Mark Arnholt applies what he learned at Concordia University, his Alma Mater. He graduated in 1999 with a BA Degree in Secondary Education and a BS Degree in Biology. 

Since 2001, Mr. Arnholt has been teaching Aviation and Biology at HUHS.

Mr. Arnholt enjoys listening to and playing music, playing board games, hunting, fishing, and just about any outdoor activity.  His two children keep him and his wife on the go.

Ms.Axford

melanie.axford@huhs.org

Melanie Axford joined the teaching staff at HUHS in 2000.  She is a 1997 graduate of UW-Eau Claire with a B.S. Degree in Biology with a Spanish minor.  In 2000 she received her Teaching Certification from the same college.  In 2007 she earned her Master of Arts in Secondary Education from Viterbo University.  Currently Ms. Axford teaches Biology and Ecology & Environmental Science.

Ms. Axford is a PADI certified Open Water SCUBA instructor, and also enjoys many outdoor activities including hiking and camping.

Paris (her dog) and Ms. Axford participate in agility training together.  She also has a cat named Isis and many classroom

fish.  In addition to animals and the outdoors, Ms. Axford loves to travel and experience as much of the world as she can with her husband.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mr. Bugenhagen

dan.bugenhagen@huhs.org

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mr. Dan Bugenhagen has worked at Hartford Union High School since 2002.  He currently teaches Biology and Chemistry. Currently he is developing the Practical Chemistry course.

Mr. Bugenhagen enjoys spending time with his wife and son in his time off work.

An accomplished angler, Mr. Bugenhagen spends time in his boat named: "MY BOAT" as often as time allows. Others from the department frequently join him, where all are treated to his sense of humor resulting in extended laughter.

Mr. Bugenhagen has had teaching experiences in 5 different states, but enjoys working in Southeastern Wisconsin.

Mr. Chybowski

curt.chybowski@huhs.org

Mr. Curt Chybowski is a 1984 graduate of UW-Whitewater with a BSE Degree.  He also earned a Masters Degree in Education from Viterbo University.

Mr. Chybowski has been teaching at HUHs since 1991.  When not teaching Biology or Human Anatomy, Mr. Chybowski can be found assisting in the football program as the head Freshman coach.

Along with spending time with his wife and teenage daughter, basketball, woodworking and fishing are among Mr. Chybowski's many interests.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Miss Jayne Francis joined the staff at Hartford Union High School in the fall of 2009.  She completed her teaching certification at UW-Milwaukee after earning her degree in Biology from UW-Madison.

Currently Miss Francis teaches biology to her Freshman and Sophomore students.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ben.hoffmann@huhs.org

Mr. Hoffmann is also the head Varsity Boys Basketball coach.

Reading, games and sports are activities he enjoys with his wife and four children.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

stacy.john@huhs.org

Ms. Stacy John is a 1986 University of Minnesota graduate with a BA Degree in Biological Anthropology.  She also has a Teaching Certification from Marquette University (1994).  Ms. John joined the Science Department in 2002 and teaches Chemistry 1 and AP Chemistry.

Miss John works home football games and is active in the Hartford community.

Miss John also has facinating stories from her years working for the Peace Corp in Malawi, Africa.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

dave.kawecki@huhs.org

Mr. Dave Kawecki teaches Honors Physics and Advanced Placement Physics and has been at HUHS since 2002.  He obtained his teaching certification from UW-Milwaukee in 2002.  Mr. Kawecki is a 1974 graduate of Union College in New York , with a BS degree in Civil Engineering. For 27 years he was a sales engineer, helping clients design mechanical and heat transfer systems.

Mr. Kawecki enjoys fishing, hiking, travel, and family activities with his wife, son, and daughter.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mr. Kahler

mark.kahler@huhs.org

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mr. Kahler was in the U.S. Air Force for 9 years and was an aircraft avionics mechanic.  Graduated from the University of Illinois in 1995 with a B.S. in Materials Science & Engineering.  He was in the business sector for 9 years and work with a glass manufacturing company.  In 2005, Mark received a teacher certification from UW – Milwaukee in Science Education and is currently working on a Masters degree in Science Education. Mr. Kahler currently teach Physical Science, Chemistry and Conceptual Physics.

Out of the classroom, he enjoy spending time with his wife and basset hound (Jennifer & Andi) along with many nieces and nephews.  He also enjoy the outdoors and does a lot of camping.  Mark enjoy listening to music and sports radio. He tries to stay physically fit and since he is unable to give up the sweets and the other food group (meat) he has to exercise throughout the week.    

kevin.martin@huhs.org

When not in the Science department, Mr. Martin can be found Assisting the Girls' Varsity Soccer team for Hartford or coaching the Boys Freshman Soccer team for Arrowhead High School.

Besides soccer, Mr. Martin enjoys music and of course spending as much time with his family as possible.  He and his wife are kept busy at home with their three children.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

larry.wehrheim@huhs.org

The Environmental Club and the Druid Lake Project are two of Mr. Wehrheim's interests.  Prior to become a science teacher, he was an environmental consultant specializing in investigation and remediation of hazardous waste, and contaminated soil and water.

His hobbies include hunting and fishing (especially musky), as well as jogging (10-12 miles/week) and singing with his church choir.  Mr. Wehrheim's family includes his wife and three daughters.

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 Mr. Zimmer

Department Chair

greg.zimmer@huhs.org

Mr. Zimmer joined the teaching staff at HUHS in 1993.  He currently teaches Chemistry and Honor's Chemistry II.

He attended Northland College where in 1987 he receive his Bachelor's Degree.  Continuing his education at Cardinal Stritch University resulted in a master of Science Degree in 1990 and a Broadfiled Science, Biology, and Chemistry teaching license from UW-Milwaukee in 1993. 

Mr. Zimmer was named a Master Educator in 2004 after earning National Board Certification in Adolescent and Young Adult Science. 

When not in the classroom, Mr. Zimmer keeps himself busy with an active family life (he and his wife have three children), fishing or enjoying music.