Wendy Jo Burnett

Wendy Jo is filled with gratitude and thanksgiving for the opportunity to teach second grade at Saints Peter and Paul School. Wendy Jo grew up in the small town of Reynolds, Illinois, just outside of the Quad cities, where she was raised faithfully in the Methodist Church. She attended Western Illinois University where she received her Bachelor's of Science in English. She moved to Aurora where she worked for over 10 years as a Learning and Development Consultant in the Corporate Training Department at MetLife. While at MetLife, Wendy Jo received her Master's Degree in Training and Performance Improvement through Capella University.

Wendy Jo is married to her husband Paul and they have two children, Viviana and Paul Jr. who also attend Saints Peter and Paul School. Wendy Jo and her family are parishioners at Our Lady of Mercy in Aurora where Wendy Jo was confirmed into the Catholic Church in 2019. She is a Faith Mentor for teens preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation and her family is active in the faith community.

Wendy Jo has worked as a Preschool Teacher and worked as a Teaching Assistant for Mrs. Stevens' (formerly Miss Coppola) Kindergarten Class. Wendy Jo was immensely blessed in her first year as a Second Grade Teacher at Saints Peter and Paul. She is grateful for the opportunity to journey with Second Graders and watch them grow in their faith as they prepare for the Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion. She is passionate about hands-on learning, ensuring that each child is noticed, valued, and has her full attention throughout the learning process.

Favorite Bible Verses

May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the endurance of Christ. —2 Thessalonians 3:5

My God will fully supply whatever you need, in accord with his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. —Philippians 4:19