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Saint John’s Prep is a premier arts and sciences world school where we prize imagination, creativity and discovery. Prep offers experiences that nurture curiosity and expand horizons. We invite you to discover Saint John’s Prep!
We take learning seriously at Saint John’s Prep. Our outstanding faculty and staff challenge our students to reach beyond the familiar to try something new, to create, imagine or invent. We engage our students not only as they are but in relation to all that they can become.
Saint John’s Prep offers athletic, co-curricular and arts programs that are committed to a quality experience, highlighted by hard work, pride, and teamwork. We encourage students to try new things and challenge themselves to learn and grow outside of the classroom.
Every student takes part in our Fine Arts Program at Saint John’s Prep. Our well-rounded curriculum supports the development of appreciation and passion for fine arts that will last a lifetime.
Saint John’s Prep offers a spirited array of varsity and intramural sports. Our programs are inclusive with a strong emphasis on teamwork. Our sports teams give Prep students the opportunity to grow interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Middle School Science Teacher 320-363-3153 rellenbecker@sjprep.net
Robert is from St. Cloud, MN. He graduated from St. John’s University where he earned his BA in Biology and his BA in Biology from St. Cloud State University with a 7-12 grade Life Science licensure. He earned his MA in education from St. Mary’s University. Robert has been teaching since 1988 and started working at Saint John’s Prep in 1998 where he currently teaches Middle School Science, Phy Ed, Ancient and Modern Technology, and Outdoor skills.
He has traveled extensively in North America, Latin America and Africa. Outside of Saint John’s Prep, Robert does volunteer work for Special Olympics and EARS (Emergency Animal Rescue Service). He also enjoys canoeing, skiing, camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, traveling, reading, gardening, and cooking.
What excites Robert about teaching at Saint John’s Prep is the beautiful campus, the flexibility and freedom to create a unique curriculum, and the engagement of the students.
