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Miss Kathleen O'Hara |
Mrs. Becky Weber |
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Mrs. Terry Derksen |
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Mrs. Faye |
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Mrs. Vicki Oberg |
Mr. John Williams |
Mrs. Anne Duffert |
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Mrs. Claudia Chalmers |
Miss Sarah Carlson |
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Mr. Joseph Olson |
Miss Amber Bowman |
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Mrs. Kathy Cook |
Mrs. Pat Columbus |
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Mr. Christopher Englund |
Miss Kelly Mulvehill |
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Mrs. Diane Morri |
Miss Molly McCue |
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Mrs. Lisa Capistrant |
Ms. Deb Schlicksup |
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Mrs. Brenna McDowell |
Mrs. Kay Dammer |
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Mr. Randy Frels |
Mrs. Maggie Dawson |
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Mrs. Jill White |
Mrs. Jean Winn |
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Senora Patty Demopoulos |
Mr. Bob Smith |
Mrs. Kathy Ryan |
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Mrs. Jean Landman |
Mrs. Kim Lyngen |
Mrs. Sue Sutko |
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Mrs. Susie Griffith |
Mrs. Kathy Frazer |
Mr. Larry Remund |
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Mr. Timothy Hoffman |
Mr. Clay Pufahl |
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Mr. Dave Carbonara |
Ms. Heather Douglas |
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Kathleen O'Hara
Principal - kathleenohara@saintvdp.org
Hello, I'm Kathleen O'Hara. I am a native of the Southwest Side of Chicago. I graduated from the College of St. Teresa in Winona, Minnesota. My Masters and Education Specialist degrees are from the University of St. Thomas. I have been privileged to teach in every grade, Kindergarten through eighth grade and I loved them ALL! St. Vincent de Paul students, parents and teachers are the BEST!
Becky Weber
Assistant Principal - beckyweber@saintvdp.org
Hello, I'm Becky Weber. I started teaching at St. Vincent's in 2001 and have been a member of the parish for many years. I attended St. Vincent's School for grades 1-8. I graduated from Winona State University in 1997 with a Bachelors of Science. I enjoy camping and spending time with family.
Terry Derksen
Administrative Assistant - terryderksen@saintvdp.org
Hello, I am Terry Derksen and I am thrilled to be a part of St. Vincent de Paul School. I am an alumni of St Vincent's and have been a member of the parish most of my life. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Cloud State University. My husband Brad and I live in Maple Grove and we have 4 children; Lauren, Lindsey, Andrew & Carolyn. In my spare time I enjoy being a fan for my kid's activities, playing volleyball, reading, biking and spending time with family and friends. I feel very blessed for the opportunity of coming to St. Vincent's School every day.
Faye Morrison-Bolduc
Nurse - fayemorrisonbolduc@saintvdp.org
Hello
Vicki Oberg
Cook - vickioberg@saintvdp.org
I am a widow with two grandchildren, 13 and 20, that I am raising. They are the best part of my life at home, along with our dog, Eddie. I worked for Minnesota Vikings Food Service for 14 years before coming to St. Vincent. As Director of Marketing and Catering for the company, I was given the opportunity to work at Winter Park and feed the Vikings during the season for 3 years. They were big eaters, but I think we have some students that could put them to shame. Trying to figure out what the students will eat each month is my toughest job. They never eat the same two months in a row. It’s exciting when they will at least try a new item and fantastic when they like it, too.
John Williams
Director of Food Services - johnwilliams@saintvdp.org
Anne Duffert
Cook -
Hi I’m Anne. I am currently on staff in the school kitchen and I work as part of the catering staff for Regan Hall. I have been on staff since 2000. I am married and have three children, Colleen, Bill, and Eric, born in 1986, 1988, and 1991. I’m always really impressed with the manners the kids display everyday in the lunch room.
Claudia Chalmers
7th and 8th Grades - claudiachalmers@saintvdp.org
My name is Claudia Chalmers. I began teaching at St. Vincent de Paul School in 1986 and thank God every day I get to come work here. I teach 7th and 8th grade English and spelling, 8th grade literature, and 7th and 8th grade art. I'm a native Minnesotan; homegrown in Willmar. I graduated from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota, and immediately married my high school sweetheart, Gordy. We have two adult sons who attended St. Vincents when they were young, two wonderful daughters- in- law, and we have begun to celebrate the arrival of grandchildren. We attend St. Vincent de Paul Church and are active in the music ministry here. I truly believe God knew what he was doing when he sent me to teach at St. Vincent de Paul School; it has been one of my greatest blessings.
Sarah Carlson
7th and 8th Grades - sarahcarlson@saintvdp.org
Hello, I’m Sarah Carlson and I am honored to be one of the Junior High Teachers at St. Vincent DePaul School. I have been part of the staff since the fall of 2012. I teach both Math and Religion to 7th Grade and Algebra One to 8th Grade. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Education from Cardinal Stritch University in 2001 and have been in the educational field ever since. I come from a large Catholic family that I am blessed to be a part of. I am an avid sports fan and love cheering on the Minnesota Twins.
Joseph Olson
7th and 8th Grades - joeolson@saintvdp.org
Hello, I am Joe Olson and I am privileged to teach both the 7th and 8th grade. I teach literature to the 7th grade and science to both the 7th and 8th grade. I double majored in Biology and Catholic Studies at the University of St. Thomas for my undergraduate education. I had such a great experience that I went back to St. Thomas to earn my Masters in Education. I am the “New Kid on the Block” at St. Vincent De Paul but I don’t feel like it. Your faith community and school have given me a very warm welcome and I am very glad to be here!
Amber Bowman
7th and 8th Grades - amberbowman@saintvdp.org
Hello, I'm Amber Bowman
Kathy Cook
5th and 6th Grades - kathycook@saintvdp.org
Hello! I am the new 6th grade teacher, Kathy Cook. I grew up in St. Louis Park and graduated from Benilde- St. Margaret's. I received a BA in Elementary Education from St. Catherine University, and MA in Teaching and Learning from the St. Mary's University. I have taught at the following schools: Sacred Heart in Robbinsdale, John Ireland School in Hopkins, and Immaculate Heart of Mary in Minnetonka. My husband Steve and I live in Minnetonka. We have a daughter, two sons and a daughter-in-law. I enjoy walking, biking, gardening, and camping. I am looking forward to the new school year. I have already experienced the warm welcoming community at St. Vincent de Paul.
Pat Columbus
5th and 6th Grades - patcolumbus@saintvdp.org
Hello, I'm Pat Columbus. I have been teaching at St. Vincent's since 1985. I am one of the sixth grade teachers. I received my B.A. in Elementary Education from St. Catherine's and my masters from St. Thomas. My husband, Terry and I have been blessed with three wonderful children, Amy, Michelle, and Kevin and three delightful grandsons, Kyle, Josh, and Andrew. I am an avid reader and love spending time with my family and friends. I love working within St. Vincent's wonderful community.
Christopher Englund
5th and 6th Grades - chrisenglund@saintvdp.org
Hi. I am Chris Englund. I am so blessed to be part of the wonderful staff here at Saint Vincent de Paul School. I have been teaching 5th grade here since 2010 and have enjoyed every minute of it. I earned my Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Minnesota specializing in middle school math. I am happily married to the love of my life and live in Moundsview with her, our son, and three beautiful daughters. I enjoy family camping, canoeing, waterskiing, fantasy football, and most every sport. I look forward to another exciting school year!
Kelly Mulvehill
5th and 6th Grades - kellymulvehill@saintvdp.org
Hello, my name is Kelly Mulvehill
Diane Morri
4th Grade - dianemorri@saintvdp.org
Hi, my name is Diane Morri. I am very happy to be back at St. Vincents! I have been teaching since 1994. I live in Champlin with my husband and our 3 children. Looking forward to a great school year!
Molly McCue
4th Grade - mollymccue@saintvdp.org
Hello! I'm Molly McCue. I graduated from the College of Saint Benedict in 2012, with a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and a focus in Literacy/Language Arts, and even spent my final semester of student teaching here, at St. Vincent's! Before St. Ben's, I attended Totino-Grace for high school and St. Alphonsus for grade school. I enjoy golfing, reading, singing, running, traveling, gardening, and playing games with my family and friends. I am so honored to be part of the incredible community - teachers, administrators, students, and families - of St. Vincent de Paul. I feel very blessed and happy every day I get to come to SVDP, and I thank God for leading me here!
Lisa Capistrant
3rd Grade - lisacapistrant@saintvdp.org
Hello, I am Lisa Capistrant, and I have been a part of the terrific staff at St. Vincent de Paul since August 2006. I received my Bachelors Degree from the University of Minnesota with a History major and Theater minor. After being an administrative assistant in the training and education arenas for 16 years, I returned to school and completed my Elementary Education certificate in the ARCH program, a partnership between the Archdiocese and the University of St. Catherine, in April 2008. My family and I are members of the parish and my daughter attends school here. Being an elementary school teacher is a life-long dream come true for me and I look forward to each and every day with my students!
Deb Schlicksup
3rd Grade - debschlicksup@saintvdp.org
Hello! My name is Deb Schlicksup. I teach first grade at St. Vincent de Paul.I have one daughter and two sons.Both sons graduated from St. Vincent's and Totino Grace High School and my daughter from Osseo High School. I received my bachelors degree from the College of St. Catherine's and I am currently working on a masters degree in curriculum and instruction through the University of St. Thomas.
Brenna McDowell
2nd Grade - brennamcdowell@saintvdp.org
Hello, I am Brenna McDowell, and I have been teaching at St. Vincent de Paul School since 2004. I attended high school at Cretin-Derham Hall in Saint Paul, and later attended the College of St. Catherine where I received a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. I received my Master's Degree from St. Mary's University in Education with an emphasis on Catholic School Education. My husband Todd and I currently live in Champlin. We have two boys, Sullivan (Sully), and Michael, and a wonderful Wheaten Terrier, Maggie Pickle. We love to golf, cook, and entertain friends and family at our home. I have been very blessed to be a part of the incredible community here at St. Vincent de Paul. I have been working with children for more than 20 years, and look forward to many more.
Kay Dammer
2nd Grade - kaydammer@saintvdp.org
Hi, I'm Kay Dammer, second grade teacher at St. Vincent de Paul School. I started teaching at St. Vincent's in 1991. I have a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Cloud State University and a Master of Arts in Education from Saint Mary's University in Winona. My husband Bob and I have been parishioners at St. Vincent de Paul for many years. I enjoy spending time with my children and grandchildren. I love being a part of the St. Vincent de Paul School community!
Randy Frels
1st Grade - rfrels@saintvdp.org
Hello, I'm Randall Frels. I have been teaching at St. Vincent De Paul since the fall of 2004. I taught English in Nagasaki, Japan for 3 years prior to coming here. I have my Bachelors degree in Graphic Design (a minor in Theology) and a Masters of Arts in K-6 Education, both from St. Mary’s University in Winona. I am currently living in Moundsview with my wonderful wife, rabbit, and dog. I love teaching 1st grade!
Maggie Dawson
1st Grade - maggiedawson@saintvdp.org
Hello,
Jill White
Kindergarten - jillwhite@saintvdp.org
My name is Jill White, and I teach kindergarten at St. Vincent de Paul. I graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a degree in elementary education and have been teaching children for over 10 years. My husband Tim and I have two children, Gregory and Tiffany. Kindergarten is my favorite grade to teach because it is my job to help them learn to love school and know that it is a safe and nurturing place to grow. I am honored to be part of this wonderful school and faculty.
Jean Winn
Kindergarten - jeanwinn@saintvdp.org
Hi I'm Jean Winn. I graduated from St. Cloud State University with an Early Childhood & Family Studies license, Kindergarten endorsement & Elementary Education Degree. I have been teaching at St. Vincent's since 1987. My husband Mike & I live in Maple Grove with our three children, Chris, Kevin & Gina. I enjoy being part of the St. Vincent church and school community!
Patty Demopoulos
Spanish - pattydemopoulos@saintvdp.org
Hola, I was born in Colombia, South America, but was raised in the United States. My first language is Spanish, but I communicate effectively in both languages. I received my Bachelors Degree from St. Cloud State University and have taught Spanish ( Espanol ) for many years. I have two grown children and one grandson who is nine years old. I have lived in Champlin for fifteen years and I enjoy reading, traveling, gardening, antiques,garage sales, art, design, and music. I love to teach because I thoroughly enjoy the " gleam " in students eyes when they are excited about learning something new, the phrase that comes to mind is " joy of learning " !
Bob Smith
Phy Ed - bobsmith@saintvdp.org
Hello, I'm Bob Smith. I have been a physical education teacher and Royal athletic program support person at St. Vincent de Paul since the 1980-81 school year. I am also the Parish gym scheduler and a St. Vincent's summer time maintenance worker. My growing up years were spent in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. I received my B.A. from St. Thomas, along with a MN coaching certificate. My wife is Charito and we have two sons, Christian and Dominic. We currently live in Maple Grove.
Kathy Ryan
Music - kathyryan@saintvdp.org
Hello, I am Kathy Ryan. I have been teaching Music here at St. Vincent’s since the fall of 1997. I went to college at Bemidji State University where I received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Vocal Music K - 12. I also teach Literature Circles to students in 2nd & 3rd grade. My husband John and I have 3 daughters, Colleen, an elementary school teacher, her husband Austin, attending Medical School at the U of M - Twin Cities; Sarah, an elementary school teacher; and Kayla, attending U of M – Morris majoring in Music Education. My family and I have been members of St. Vincent de Paul since 1989; John & I sing in the Resound choir. I enjoy knitting, cross-stitching, playing piano, reading, biking, gardening and spending time with my family.
Jean Landman
Computer - jeanlandman@saintvdp.org
Hello, I'm Jean Landman. I have been St. Vincent's computer teacher since 2000, and the network administrator since 1999. I have a Bachelors of Computer Science degree from the University of Minnesota's Institute of Technology. I have over 20 years in the computer field. Previously I worked as an engineer for Honeywell, then when my kids were born I became an independent computer consultant. This gave me a lot of flexibility for my family. My husband, Kevin, and I have two adult sons; Sean & Eric. I love teaching computer class, the kids here are wonderful!
Kim Lyngen
Library - kimlyngen@saintvdp.org
Hello! I’m Kim Lyngen and I've been the librarian here at St. Vincent's since 2000. As a 1996 graduate from the College of St. Benedict with a B.A. in English, I am thrilled to be sharing my love of reading with children. I truly believe that books can nurture our children’s faith in God, as well as help them explore and understand the wonders, joys, and challenges of life.
Sue Sutko
Library - suesutko@saintvdp.org
Hello, I'm Sue Sutko. I have been here at St. Vincent's School since 2002. I graduated from the University of Oklahoma. My husband, Mike, and I moved here from New York in 1997. We have two daughters who both attended school here. I enjoy reading, golfing, hiking and gardening. I feel blessed to be working here at Saint Vincent's with all the wonderful kids and their families.
Susie Griffith
Teacher Resource - susiegriffith@saintvdp.org
Hello! Greetings! I am Susie Griffith, and have been teaching at St. Vincent de Paul since 2005. I am a graduate of the University of Wisconsin – River Falls with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. I am blessed with three beautiful girls who keep us on the run. In the spare time I do encounter, I like to run, workout at the gym, spend time with my family and friends, scrapbook, watch and play different sports. I am very excited and blessed to be a part of the St. Vincent de Paul community.
Kathy Frazer
Teacher Aide- kathyfrazer@saintvdp.org
Hello, I’m Kathy Frazer! I have been a member of St. Vincent de Paul since 1975, and started working at the school in 1994. All of my children graduated from St. Vincent de Paul School, so I had spent many hours here before that as a volunteer! My husband’s name is Jay. We have four married children, Kristen (Jeremy), Jeremy (Steph), Joel (Abby), and Katie (Scott). My husband and I enjoy spending time with our grandchildren.
Larry Remund
School Counselor - larryremund@saintvdp.org
Hello,
Timothy Hoffman
Band - timhoffman@saintvdp.org
Timothy Hoffman is the Instrumental Music Director at Totino-Grace High School in Fridley, MN. He is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, with a degree in Music Education with a major in trumpet and minors in piano and percussion.
Responsibilities at Totino-Grace include directing the Symphonic Band, Chamber Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble I, Brass and Woodwind Choirs, and Chamber Percussion, as well as the Instrumental Director for Totino’s varsity show choir, Company of Singers. In his tenure, the Totino-Grace Bands have toured domestically and internationally, including Vancouver, Germany, Norway and Hawaii. Mr. Hoffman holds memberships with MENC, MMEA, NBA, and MBDA. In 2003, he was also awarded the ASBDA Distinguished Young Band Director Award. In addition to teaching private trumpet and composing/arranging lessons, Mr. Hoffman is also a professional freelance trumpet player and composer/arranger in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. He has performed for Disneyland, Mall of America, and with such notable musicians as The Temptations, Sam Moore, Bobby Vinton, Bob Florence, Matt Harris, Sammy Nestico and Allen Vizzutti.
We are thrilled to have Mr. Hoffman join us at St. Vincent's for our students' band instruction!
Clay Pufahl
Band -
Clay Pufahl is an active educator and performer in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. In addition to his position as woodwind and jazz instructor for Totino-Grace High School since 2001 he has performed with the Jazz Mn Jazz Orchestra, Wolverines Classic Jazz Orchestra, Artie Shaw Big Band, Jimmy Dorsey Big Band, Cedar Avenue Big Band, Skyway Big Band, Five by Design, the Minnesota Orchestra, the Four Tops, Lou Rawls, Franki Valli, and Minneapolis based groups the Senders and Soul Tight Committee. Clay has also played for a number of productions at the Chanhassen Dinner Theater, Minneapolis Children's Theater and the Guthrie and Ordway Theaters.
We are thrilled to have Mr. Pufahl join us at St. Vincent's for our students' band instruction!
Dave Carbonara
Orchestra -
Dave Carbonara, is originally from Long Island, NY but spent 17 years performing in the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra before moving to the Twin Cities in 2008. He maintains a very busy private studio and is orchestra director at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School, Totino Grace Catholic School, Nova Classical Academy and Mount Olivet School of Music. Dave is a bass coach for the Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies, directs the Mount Olivet School of Music Summer Orchestra camps and is involved with the Twin Cities Bass Club. Dave is an active freelance bassist in the Twin Cities and plays weddings, broadway shows, music tours, church productions and with organizations such as Thursday Musical, Schubert Club, the baroque group Ladyslipper, Gregorian Singers, Duluth Symphony and Rochester Symphony. Dave's orchestral background has included performances with Jacksonville Symphony, Fort Worth Symphony, Virginia Symphony, Music in the Mountains Festival Orchestra and New World Symphony. Dave attended the Juilliard School for his Bachelor and Master of Music in Bass Performance degrees.
We are thrilled to have Mr. Carbonara join us at St. Vincent's for our students' orchestra instruction!
Heather Douglas
Choral -
We are thrilled to have Ms. Douglas join us at St. Vincent's for our students' choral instruction!