Faculty & Staff

Fuemmeler, Kenya

• Principal and President

• University of Notre Dame
• University of Missouri – Columbia

• Bachelor’s in Political Science
• Masters in Education

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: Hebrews 6:19
Email: kfuemmeler@heliascatholic.com

Clingman, Dwayne

• Assistant Principal

• Lincoln University
• William Woods University

• Bachelor’s in Science Education
• Masters in Administration & Secondary Education

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2017
Favorite Bible Verse: Phillipians 4:13
Email: dclingman@heliascatholic.com

Arms, Teri

• Assistant Principal

• William Woods College
• University of Missouri

• Bachelor’s in Elementary & Secondary Education
• Masters in Counseling
• Education Specialist in Educational Leadership & Policy Analysis

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2020
Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Email: tarms@heliascatholic.com

Guinn, Tom

Activities Director

• Fontbonne University
• Southwest Baptist University

• Bachelor of Science  – Sports Management
• Bachelor of Arts – Communication Studies
• Masters in Education – Curriculum & Instruction
• Masters in Education – Administration

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Favorite Bible Verse: Colossians 3:12
Email: tguinn@heliascatholic.com

Dietrich SSND, Sister Jean

• School Administrator

• Notre Dame College
• Creighton University

• BA – Chemistry
• MA – SCED

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1983
Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 5
Email: jdietrich@heliascatholic.com

Ashley, Marla

• Administrative Assistant

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2020
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalms 23:6
Email: mashley@heliascatholic.com

Fennewald, Sharon

• Administrative Assistant – Guidance & Counseling Office

• Metro Business College

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 8:28
Email: sfennewald@heliascatholic.com

Green, Andrew

• Assistant IT Director

• Illinois Institute of Art – Schaumburg

• BFA – Game Art and Design

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2020
Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Thessalonians 3:13
Email: agreen@heliascatholic.com

Hentges, Sandra

• Director of Communications and Admissions

• University of Missouri-Columbia

• Bachelor of Journalism

• Student Ambassadors

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2016
Email: shentges@heliascatholic.com

Hronick, Tim

• IT Director

• Helias High School Class of 2007
• University of Notre Dame Class of 2011

• BA – Information Technology Management

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: Song of Songs 8:6
Email: thronick@heliascatholic.com

Kampeter, Staci

• School Nurse

• Lincoln University

• Nursing, RN

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2017
Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Timothy 1:7
Email: skampeter@heliascatholic.com

Muessig, Darlene

• Finance Director

• Helias High School Class of 1975

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1997
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13
Email: dmuessig@heliascatholic.com

Reinsch, Travis

• Director of Facilities

• Lincoln University

• BS – Education

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2000
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6
Email: treinsch@heliascatholic.com

Rockers, Susie

• Associate to Athletic Director

• Univ. of Missouri-Columbia

• BA – Science in Health and Physical Education

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2008
Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 8:28
Email: srockers@heliascatholic.com

Rogers, Peggy

• School Secretary

• Rosati Kain Catholic High School
• Benedictine College

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2003
Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 7:7
Email: progers@heliascatholic.com

Backes, Tim

• Physical Science
• AP Physics

• Lincoln University
• University of Missouri-Columbia
• Central Missouri State University
• Truman State University
• University of Notre Dame

• BS/MA – Education

• Life Runners
• Robotics

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2011
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 14:15
Email: tbackes@heliascatholic.com
Graduate Degree: BS/MA - Education

Baer, Rick

• Earth Science
• Retired Helias Teacher (17 yrs.)

• Columbia College
• University of Missouri

• BS – Biology
• MS – Curriculum and Instruction

• Retired Track & Field, Cross Country & Tennis Coach (20 Yrs).

Favorite Bible Verse: Mathew 6:33
Email: rbaer@heliascatholic.com

Bax, Ryan

• Algebra IIA
• Geometry B

• Benedictine College
• University of North Dakota
• Conception Seminary College

• BA – Mathematics
• BS – Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelor of Philosophical and Theological Studies (Respectively)

• JV Girls Basketball

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2020
Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 43:4-5
Email: rbax@heliascatholic.com

Bell, Victor

• AP American History
• Civics

• Central Methodist University

• BA – History Education

• Asst. Coach Football
• Head Coach JV Girls Basketball
• Head Coach Freshmen Boys Basketball

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2016
Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Peter 4:8
Email: vbell@heliascatholic.com

Bockwinkel-Baker, Christina

• Theology

• St. Louis University
• University of Detroit Mercy

• BA – Honors – Biology
• Certificate in Women’s Studies
• MA – Religious Studies

• Disney Club
• Gaming Club

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2006
Favorite Bible Verse: Phillipians 4:8
Email: cbaker@heliascatholic.com

Bruemmer, Sue

• Algebra II
• Math Analysis & Trigonometry

• Southwest Missouri State University
• William Woods University

• BS Education-Math
• MA Education-Curriculum

• Founders Club

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2016
Favorite Bible Verse: Micah 6:8
Email: sbruemmer@heliascatholic.com

Campbell, Dan

• Civics

• Lincoln University
• University of Missouri

• BS – Education
• MA – Education

• Girls Softball Coach
• Girls Golf Coach

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1995
Favorite Bible Verse: John 8:12
Email: dcampbell@heliascatholic.com

Crider, Jacki

• Theology
• English II

• Benedictine College
• University of Notre Dame

• BA- English
• Secondary Education
• Theology
• MA – Educational Leadership

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1996
Favorite Bible Verse: Rev. 22:21
Email: jcrider@heliascatholic.com

Crider, Maggie

• Freshmen Theology
• Sophomore Theology

• Helias High School Class of 2009
• Benedictine College

• BA – Theology & Youth Ministry

• Campus Ministry

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2019-2020
Favorite Bible Verse: Sirach 2
Email: mcrider@heliascatholic.com

Crider, Sharon

• Theology
• Speech/Drama I

• University of Missouri-Columbia
• University of St. Mary
• Paul VI Institute

• BA and MA – Education
• Catechist Certification

• House Leader – Stewards

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2009
Favorite Bible Verse: Sirach 2:2-3
Email: scrider@heliascatholic.com

Donovan, Maria

• Great Books I/Essay
• English II

• Westminster College
• University of Missouri-Columbia

• BA – English & Secondary Education
• Working towards MA in English

• Academic Team

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Favorite Bible Verse: Colossians 3:17
Email: mdonovan@heliascatholic.com

Eickmeyer, Ron

• English I

• Benedictine College

• BA – English

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1987
Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 12:21
Email: reickmeyer@heliascatholic.com

Emmel, Tom

• Dual Credit American History
• Dual Credit American Government
• World History
• Geography – Summer School

• Southeast Missouri State University
• Lincoln University
• University of Missouri-Columbia

• BA – Secondary Education
• MA – Social Studies
• Earth Science Certification

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1989
Favorite Bible Verse: John 20:24-29
Email: temmel@heliascatholic.com

Fick, Kelly

• Special Education

• University of Missouri
• Columbia College

• BA – History
• MA – Education

• Assistant Baseball Coach
• Assistant Softball Coach

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2017
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 16:9
Email: kfick@heliascatholic.com

Fox, Jana

• Chorus
• Women’s Choir
• Concert Choir
• Show Choir

• Tri-M

Email: jafox@heliascatholic.com

Hake, Brad

• Geometry A
• Pre-Algebra

• Truman State University
• Lincoln University

• BA – Math
• MA – Education

• Cross Country Head Coach
• Track Assistant
• Young Republicans
• Head of Math Dept.

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1994
Favorite Bible Verse: John 3:16
Email: bhake@heliascatholic.com

Haslag, Laura

• Accounting
• Consumer Ed
• Digital Design I
• Yearbook

• Central Missouri University

• BS – Business Education & Management

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1999
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 23
Email: lhaslag@heliascatholic.com

Heislen, Jan

• Counselor (Students A-He)
• Naviance Coordinator

• University of Central Missouri
• Lincoln University

• BA – Spanish Education
• MA – Guidance Counseling

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2016
Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 12:48
Email: jheislen@heliascatholic.com

Hentges, Chris

• Senior Theology
• Church History
• Scripture
• Ecumenism
• Social Justice

• Iowa State University
• University of Missouri

• BA – Physical Education/Health
• MA – Education Administration

• Head Football Coach

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1993
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13
Email: chentges@heliascatholic.com

Higgins, T.J.

• Band

• Truman State University

• Masters of Art in Education – Music
• BA – Music Instrumental

• Band

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13
Email: thiggins@heliascatholic.com

Hunt, Jerica

• World Arts
• Art Foundation
• Draw/Paint I and II
• Sculpture I and II
• AP Studio (Drawing, 2-D Art and Design, 3-D Art and Design)

• University of Central Missouri

• BSE – Art

• Art Club

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2014
Favorite Bible Verse: Isaiah 64:8
Email: jhunt@heliascatholic.com

Jarman, Kathy

• Business Law
• Intro to Business
• Personal Finance

• University of Central Missouri
• Lincoln University

• BS – Business Education & English

• Service Club Org. (Kiwanis, Rotary, Zonto, Council of Clubs)

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1988-1991, 1997 to Present
Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 5:7
Email: kjarman@heliascatholic.com

Keleher, Weston

• Study Hall

• University of Missouri
• Benedictine College
• Missouri Baptist University

• BA Science – Sports Management

• Head Wrestling Coach
• Assistant Football Coach

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalms 144
Email: wkeleher@heliascatholic.com

Kempker, Sarah

• English II

• Lincoln University

• BA – Education English

• Support Staff for boys basketball

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2010
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 46:10
Email: skempker@heliascatholic.com

Lamb, Joyce

• Geometry A
• Algebra II A

• Missouri State University

• BS- Math in Education

• Historian
• Faculty STEM Advisor

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1988
Favorite Bible Verse: John 20:29
Email: jlamb@heliascatholic.com

Malmstrom, Chip

• Outdoor Education

• University of Kansas
• University of Minnesota

• BA Education
• Masters in Applied Kinesiology

• Ping Pong Club
• Fishing Team
• Shotgun Team

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2006
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 22:6
Email: cmalmstrom@heliascatholic.com

Mayhan, Dr. Collin

• Chemistry
• DC Chemistry
• AP Computer Science

• University of Missouri

• BA – ACS Certification
• PhD

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2014
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:11
Email: cmayhan@heliascatholic.com

McAllister, Hannah

• French I, II and III
• French IV – AP

• Southeast Missouri State University
• L’Universite Lumiere Lyon II

• BS Ed. – French
• BA – English Literature

• Prom
• French Club
• French Honor Society
• Club International

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2016
Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 12:16
Email: hmcallister@heliascatholic.com

Noonan, Denise

• Great Books I/Essay

• Lincoln University

• BA – English

• Founders Club

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1999
Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 18:20
Email: dnoonan@heliascatholic.com

Oliver, Michelle

• Library
• Computer Publishing

• William Jewell
• University of Central Missouri
• Oxford University

• BA – English with Honors
• MLIS

• Library Squad
• Medical Club

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 9:09
Email: moliver@heliascatholic.com

Ordway, Mark

• American History
• Psychology I
• World History

• State Fair Community College
• US Air Force Comm. College, MD
• Lincoln University

• BS – Ed Social Studies

• Football

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2000 [Deployed 2003-05 and 2008-10]
Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 7:14
Email: mordway@heliascatholic.com

Pickering, Jeff

• World History

• Missouri State University

• BS – Education

• Assistant Football

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2009
Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 7:12
Email: jpickering@heliascatholic.com

Plank, Matthew

• Spanish I, II and III
• AP Spanish

• University of Missouri-Columbia
• Lincoln University

• BA – Political Science
• International Relations
• MA – Spanish
• Minor Classical Greek

• Chess Club

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2007-09, 2017
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 32:8-9
Email: mplank@heliascatholic.com

Quinn, Maureen

• Applied Theology

• Benedictine College

• BA – Religious Studies

• Campus Ministry CRU
• Mission Trips
• Service Hours
• SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: John 3:30
Email: mgquinn@heliascatholic.com

Ralston, Lacy

• Counselor (Students Hi-Ph)
• ACT Coordinator

• North Iowa Area Community College
• Lincoln University

• BA – Elementary & Special Education
• MA – Guidance Counseling

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 91:4
Email: lralston@heliascatholic.com

Reed, Hannah

• Algebra IA
• Algebra IB

• Univ. of Missouri-Columbia

• BS – Social Studies & Math Education (grades 5-9)

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2016
Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 1:38
Email: hreed@heliascatholic.com

Reed, Nick

• Spanish I & II

• University of Notre Dame

• BA – Theology
• MA – Education

• Academic Team

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2016
Favorite Bible Verse: Timothy 4:7
Email: nreed@heliascatholic.com

Rehagen, Mark

• Latin
• Theology

• Pontifical College Josephinum
• University of Missouri-Columbia
• Kenrick Theological Seminary

• BA – English
• Master of Public Administration (MPA)

• Sacristan
• Helias Classics Club
• Scholars Household

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: Romans 8:31
Email: mrehagen@heliascatholic.com

Rockers, Abby

• Biology
• Anatomy & Physiology

• Westminster College
• Lincoln University

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN)

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2020
Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Peter 4:8
Email: arockers@heliascatholic.com

Rockers, Melissa

• Physical Science

• University of Missouri-Columbia

• BS Agriculture Education
• (Minor Animal Science)
• Certificates – Biology; General Science
• Engineering & Technology
• Agriculture Education

• Robotics

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2017
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:13
Email: mrockers@heliascatholic.com

Rockers, Zachary

• Theology

• Columbia College

• BA in Business Administration
• Master of Arts in Teaching

• Assistant Football Coach
• Assistant Basketball Coach
• Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Favorite Bible Verse: John 10:10
Email: zrockers@heliascatholic.com

Rothweiler, Joe

• World History
• Psychology

• St. Louis University
• Missouri Baptist University
• William Woods

• BA – Business Administration
• Social Studies Certified
• MA – Education Administration

• Head Boys Basketball

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2019-2020
Favorite Bible Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:13
Email: jrothweiler@heliascatholic.com

Schonhoff, Br. Steven

• Sacraments

• Christian Brothers University – Memphis
• Xavier University

• BA – Theology
• MED in English/Education
• Notre Dame (Summer School)

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1991
Favorite Bible Verse: Luke 1:50
Email: bsteven@heliascatholic.com

Seifert, Pat

• AP English
• English IV

• William Woods University
• Lincoln University
• University of Central Missouri
• University of Missouri-Columbia
• University of Missouri-Kansas City
• Truman State University

• BA – English & Secondary Education
• MEd – English & Secondary Education
• Applied Commun. I Certification

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1981
Favorite Bible Verse: Proverbs 16:1
Email: pseifert@heliascatholic.com

Shimkus, Margaret

• Computer Applications
• Word Processing
• Digital Technology

• University of Missouri-Columbia

• BA Business Education
• MA Practical Arts and Vocational/Technical Education

• Head Coach Boys & Girls Tennis

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2000
Favorite Bible Verse: 2 Timothy 4:7
Email: mshimkus@heliascatholic.com

Smyth, Tom

• Band
• Intro to Music

• Southwest Missouri State University
• University of Missouri-Columbia

• BA – Music Education
• MA – Music Conducting

• Band

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: Psalm 119:105 ESV
Email: tsmyth@heliascatholic.com

Toosley, Whitney

• Counselor (Students Pi-Z)
• Dual Credit and AP Coordinator

• Westminster College
• Missouri Baptist University

• BA – Mathematics Education
• MA – Guidance & Counseling

• NHS

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2019
Favorite Bible Verse: Joshua 1:9
Email: wtoosley@heliascatholic.com

Twyman, Elizabeth

• Accommodations Coordinator

• University of Central Missouri
• William Woods University

• BA – Education, Special Education K-12
• MA – Administration
• Special Education

• Volleyball Coach
• Student Council
• House Leader – Explorers

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: 1 John 4:4
Email: etwyman@heliascatholic.com

Verslues, Leslie

• AP Calculus A/B
• Acc. Pre-Calculus

• University of Missouri

• BA – Education & Math
• MA – Math Education

• Track & Field

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2001
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippeans 4:13
Email: lverslues@heliascatholic.com

Vossen, Ron

• Life Skills
• Theater Design
• Mechanical Drawing
• Design & Construction

• University of Missouri-Columbia
• Lincoln University

• BA – Education
• MA – School Administration

• Founders Club
• Production Mgr. Spring Musical
• Marketing Committee

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1979
Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 5:14
Email: rvossen@heliascatholic.com

Warner, Oly

• Biology
• Chemistry

• Missouri State University

• BS – Education – Chemistry

• Student Council

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Email: owarner@heliascatholic.com

Welch, Melissa

• English I

• Truman State University

• BA in English
• Masters in Education

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Favorite Bible Verse: Jeremiah 29:11
Email: mwelch@heliascatholic.com

White, Conner

• Strength & Conditioning

• Central Methodist University

• BA – History
• MA — Education

• Head Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Assistant Football Coach
• Head JV Football Coach

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2018
Favorite Bible Verse: Timothy 4:7
Email: cwhite@heliascatholic.com

Wieberg, Jessica

• Sports Medicine

• St. Louis University

• BA Exercise Science
• MA Athletic Training

•  Athletic Trainer for Helias Catholic Sports Teams

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2014
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:6-7
Email: jwieberg@heliascatholic.com

Wiggans, Garrett

• Physical Education
• Health

• Mineral Area College
• Lincoln University
• Central Methodist University

• Assoc. of Arts

• Assistant Football
• Assistant Baseball
• Head Coach Girls Basketball

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2015
Favorite Bible Verse: Ephesians 4:32
Email: gwiggans@heliascatholic.com

Wilson, Steve

• Biology
• Environmental Science

• Lindenwood University
• William Woods University

• BA – Biology
• MA – Secondary Administration

• SPROUTS (Students for the Preservation of Resources and On-Campus Utilization of Techniques for Sustainability)
• House – Director of Household/Community

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2011
Favorite Bible Verse: Philippians 4:7
Email: swilson@heliascatholic.com

Wyrick, Chris

• Health
• Physical Education
• Lifetime Sports

• University of Missouri

• BS Secondary Education

• Head Softball Coach
• Assistant Girls Basketball Coach
• Head Baseball Coach
• Physical Education Dept. Chair

Year started at Helias Catholic: 1999
Favorite Bible Verse: Matthew 23:12
Email: cwyrick@heliascatholic.com

Jones, Reverend Stephen W.

• Chaplain, Helias Catholic High School
• Director of Stewardship, Jefferson City Chancery Office

• Texas Christian University
• Nashotah House Theological Seminary

• Bachelors in History and Theology
• Master of Divinity
• Master of Sacred Theology

Year started at Helias Catholic: 2013
Favorite Bible Verse: Ephesians 2:13
Email: frjones@heliascatholic.com