Angie Sneeringer first began her genealogical adventure in the 1990s when her mother-in-law offered to begin her family tree. After seeing the results on paper, Angie caught the research bug. Since then, she has become the curator of the many family artifacts that were floating around in extended family members’ homes. One of her prized possessions is the Civil War discharge paperwork of one of her distant grandfathers. Angie has a specific interest in the American immigration waves from the 1600s to late 1800s. She would also like to continue learning more about the influx of African slaves to this country during that time period and their familial geographic relocations post-emancipation.
When not researching and learning, Angie can be found teaching kindergarten in Peoria County. She has been an educator since 1999 and has taught Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 4th grades. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Bradley University, a master’s degree in Teaching & Leadership from Saint Xavier University, and an English as a Second Language teaching endorsement from University of Phoenix. She has also served as the Brimfield Public Library’s board secretary for several years. Angie greatly enjoys serving her community.
Children are a big part of Angie’s life and career. She formerly worked for a high school exchange program, finding homes for and learning from over fifty international students. Her family opened their home to a student from Japan, with whom they are still in touch today. Additionally, she and her husband, James, have had the pleasure of parenting two biological children and five foster children over the years. Their home is full of laughter and pet hair.”
You can reach Angie at: pcgspresident@gmail.com