Father Patrick Henehan Pastor
Religion Teacher

St. Mary's University of Winona
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

Kenrick Seminary
Masters of Divinity, Masters of Theology

25 years Ordained Joined SJCS in 2010

Father Austin bosse Parochial Vicar
Religion Teacher

Kansas State University Bachelor of Bakery Science & Mgmt

Mount St. Mary's Seminary Masters of Divinity Bachelor of Sacred Theology

3 years Ordained Joined SJCS in 2022

sr. Mary André, O.P. principal

University of Notre Dame Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry

Catholic University of America Master of Arts in Education

Madonna University Master of Arts in Catholic School Leadership

Years Experience: 8 Joined SJCS in 2022

Mrs. Jill Lindsey 
development & admissions director

Loyola University of Baltimore 
Bachelor of Arts in
Communications and Media

Years Experience: 15 Joined SJCS in 2010

Mrs. Nhora Strickler
Administrative assistant

Illinois Central College

Years Experience: 5 Joined SJCS in 2019

clare rose school mascot

SJCS Rectory & Convent

Years Old 8.5 Joined SJCS in 2015

Mrs. Erin Pike
3-Year-Old Preschool - Full day Students

Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science
in Child & Family Services

Years of Experience: 3 Joined SJCS in 2024

Mrs. Lindsey zopel 3-year-old preschool - Half Day students

Illinois State University Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education & Bachelor of Science in Special Education

Years of experience: 6 Joined SJCS 2021

Mrs. Heather Shane
4-Year-Old Preschool & Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Director

Christendom College Bachelor of Arts in History

CGS Certification Levels I & II

Years of experience: 19 Joined SJCS 2018

Mrs. Nicole gilkeson preschool aide

Illinois Central College

Years Experience: 3 Joined SJCS in 2021

MRS. LAURA ORTEGA PRE-K 4 CLASSROOM AIDE

Chilpancingo Autonomous University of Guerrero - Mexico Early Elementary Education Degree

Years Experience: 14 Joined SJCS in 2009

Mrs. sherri magner preschool aide

Nebraska Wesleyan; University of Nebraska Medical Center Doctor of Pharmacy Degree

Years Experience: 3 Joined SJCS in 2019

Sr. Marie bernadette, O.P.
Kindergarten A

Eastern Michigan University Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Double Minor in Science and Math

Years Experience: 7 Joined SJCS in 2023

Mrs. Sue Culp
Kindergarten B

Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Specialization in Middle School, Language Arts, and Math

Years Experience: 14 Joined SJCS in 2018

Mrs. Gina Kouri 
First Grade A

Creighton University 
Bachelor of Science
in Elementary Education

Years Experience: 22 Joined SJCS in 2016

Mrs. KrisTina Major
first Grade B

University of Toledo 
Bachelor of Science
in Elementary Education
Specialization in Mathematics

Years Experience: 39 Joined SJCS in 2011

Sr imelda marie,o.p.
Second Grade A

Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor in Elementary Education & Integrated Science

Univ. of Southern Mississippi Masters in Science Education

Years Experience: 11 Joined SJCS in 2022

Miss tally sevier
second grade B

Bradley University Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Years Experience: 5 Joined SJCS in 2019

Miss Anna taylor
Third Grade

Bradley University Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Years Experience: 8 Joined SJCS in 2016

Miss Katie Marx
3rd grade aide & Aftercare Director

Saint Louis University

Years Experience: 8 Joined SJCS in 2016

Mrs. amy coulter
4th Grade homeroom 4th/5th grade math, religion,Science

Illinois State University
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with Math Endorsement

Years Experience: 8 Joined SJCS in 2018

ms. monica robotham 4th grade aide

Valparaiso University Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Years Experience: 4 Joined SJCS in 2020

mrs. katie schmidt
5th Grade homeroom 4th/5th grade ela & Social studies

St. Ambrose University Bachelor of Arts in Education with endorsement in Language Arts

Years Experience: 8 Joined SJCS in 2020

Mrs. kelly hamilton 5th grade co-teacher

Western Illinois University Bachelor of Arts in Political Science & History

Years Experience: 6 Joined St. Jude in 2018

Miss Antonia Mullens
6th Grade & Middle School Math

Eureka College
Bachelor of Science in Education

St. Xavier University
Masters in Education & 
Leadership

Years Experience: 22 Joined SJCS in 2014

Mr. giulio patriarchi
6th Grade & Middle School social studies

Benedictine College Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in Political Science

University of St. Thomas, Houston Masters in Liberal Arts with a concentration in History

Joined SJCS in 2024

Mrs. Kendra Varnold 7th Grade middle school english language arts

Eastern Illinois University Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education Master of Arts in Reading Endorsement in MS English

Years Experience: 19 Joined SJCS in 2023

Mrs. Jennifer brose 8th grade co-teacher, enrichment & science assistant

Purdue University Bachelor of Science in Food Science

Years Experience: 6 Joined SJCS in 2018

Mr. alberto vargas 7th grade & middle school science

St. Ambrose University Bachelor of Science in Education with K-12, ESL & K-8 Reading Endorsements

Years Experience: 3 Joined SJCS in 2023

sr. maria fatima, op 8th grade homeroom & Middle school religion

Eastern Michigan University Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, with focus in Language Arts

University of St. Thomas, St. Paul Seminary School of Divinity Master of Arts in Theology

Years Experience: 11 Joined SJCS in 2024

Mrs. Lourdes robles-lugo K-8th Spanish

Cetys University Mexico Bachelor of Science Computer Science Engineering

Years Experience 7 Joined SJCS in 2023

Mr. nick anderson pre K-8 physical education

Arizona State University Bachelors in Public Policy & Public Service with a focus in Homeland Security & Emergency Management

Years Experience: 4 Joined SJCS in 2021

mrs. jennifer miller events coordinator, lunchroom & office assistant

Eastern Illinois University Bachelors in Family & Consumer Sciences

Years Experience: 4 Joined SJCS in 2021

Mrs. Sarah Hansen K-4th music & 5th-8th band director

Illinois State University Bachelors of Arts in Music Education

Years Experience: 14 Joined SJCS in 2016

Mr. Andrew Earnest
Music director
Choir Director

St. Joseph's College
Bachelor of Arts
in Vocal Applied Music

Years Experience: 18 Joined SJCS in 2016

Mrs. maureen lervaag Catechesis of the good shepard aide

Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville Bachelor of Science

Years Experience: 4 Joined SJCS 2021

Mrs. jody tockes art 2nd-8th

Bradley University Bachelor of Science in Special Education

Olivet Nazarene University Master of Arts in Education Curriculum & Instruction

Years Experience: 33 Joined SJCS in 2021

mrs. carol harn art kinder & 1st

Illinois State University Bachelor of Science in Education; Masters in Educational Strategies

Years Experience: 38 Joined SJCS in 2021

Mrs. michelle baker, LCPC part-time School counselor

Bradley University Masters in Counseling, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor

Years Experience: 32 Joined SJCS in 2021

Mrs. christine field interventions

Northwestern University  Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Temple University 
Masters of Science
in Special Education

Years Experience: 34 Joined SJCS in 2016

Mrs. Mary pat dooley interventions

Boston College Bachelor of Arts English Tufts University Master of Arts in School Psychology & Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in School Psychology

Years Experience: 10 Joined St. Jude in 2023

Mrs. Margo Tony interventions

Illinois Central College
Associates Degree in Child Development

Years Experience: 16 Joined SJCS in 2017

mrs. Nicole Rusk kitchen assistant

Years Experience: 1 Joined SJCS in 2024

mr. joseph khoury athletic director

Years Experience: 3 Joined SJCS in 2019

jeff smith maintenance

Years Experience: 3 Joined SJCS in 2020

mr. mose shaw custodian

Years Experience: 33 Joined SJCS in 2012