Jeff Kirchoff Dr. Jeff Kirchoff is a middle school homeroom and English teacher who also teaches several upper school classes. Dr. Kirchoff is the coach of the Saint John’s Prep Knowledge Bowl team. He earned his PhD in Rhetoric and Writing from Bowling Green State University, his MA in English from St. Cloud State University, and his […]
ANNIKA KNUDSON Annika Knudson is a faculty resident at Saint John’s Prep and is originally from Bemidji, Minnesota. Annika earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Olaf College in Psychology and Neuroscience. Annika enjoys walking the Saint John’s Arboretum trails, playing viola, reading, and spending time with family members.
Jenny Kutter Jenny Kutter is the Administrative Assistant to the Head of School. She attended the College of Saint Benedict and earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in Chemistry and Environmental Studies. Before she joined the staff of Saint John’s Prep, Ms. Kutter was the Department Coordinator and Assistant to the Chair at the College of Saint Benedict/Saint […]
Sara Laufers Sara Laufers is the IT Support Specialist for Saint John’s Prep. Her office is in the LRC (Learning Resource Center). Ms. Laufers is a graduate of the College of Saint Benedict and earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science and a minor in art. She has also earned a certificate in UX Research and Design […]
Evan Mattson Evan Mattson is a Faculty Resident in the Scholastica Village of Saint Michael Hall. Mr. Mattson is a graduate of Saint John’s University with a degree in Political Science. He previously served as a volunteer in the Saint John’s Abbey Volunteer Corps in Butare, Rowanda. While in Rwanda, Mr. Mattson taught English and Music at […]
Charles Miller Mr. Miller grew up in New York City but attended High School and College in Tulsa, OK. He has his BS in Biology and his BA in Philosophy, both from Tulsa University. He also has a Master of Science in education from Bemidji State University, MN. Mr. Miller has been teaching since 1997 and has […]
Maureen O’Connell Maureen O’Connell is an art teacher and part of the middle school team. She is a proud 1998 Saint John’s Prep graduate who is very happy to be back on campus. Ms. O’Connell received her degree in Secondary Art Education from the University of Idaho. She taught art to 6th-12th graders in Saint Maries, Idaho […]
Lance Nydeen Lance Nydeen is originally from St. Cloud, MN. He has his M.A. in History from Saint Cloud State University, along with his coaching licensure and MN teaching licensure. He coaches cross country and track and field. In his spare time, Mr. Nydeen enjoys spending time with his family, running, reading, writing, camping and the occasional […]
Sarah Pasela Sarah Pasela is the upper school biology instructor for Saint John’s Prep. Ms. Pasela was born in Little Falls Minnesota, but grew up in West Africa. She returned to Little Falls, Minnesota for high school and graduated from the College of Saint Benedict with a BA in Biology and English Literature. After her undergraduate education, she […]
Chase Douvier Chase Douvier is the Facilities Manager for Saint John’s Prep. Mr. Douvier manages our buildings’ maintenance plan and supervises our cleaning team. He is responsible for the cleanliness, upkeep and safety of our school building and premises.
