Faculty & Staff

Knight, John
- President
- University of Toledo
- Loyola University
- Oakland University
- Bachelor’s in Special Education
- Master’s in Religious Education
- Post-Graduate Degree as Education Specialist

Allen, Spencer
- Principal
- Lincoln University
- Bachelor’s in Education and Advanced Degrees
- Bachelor’s in Educational Administration and Leadership

Clingman, Dwayne
- Assistant Principal
- Athletic Director
- Lincoln University
- William Woods University
- Bachelor’s in Science Education
- Masters in Administration & Secondary Education

Williams, Emma
- Assistant Principal
- Southeast Missouri State University
- Columbia College
- Northwest Missouri State University
- Bachelor’s in Exceptional Child Education
- Master’s in Education
- Specialist in Educational Administration

Dietrich SSND, Sister Jean
- Office Administrator
- Notre Dame College
- Creighton University
- BA – Chemistry
- MA – SCED

Ashley, Marla
- Administrative Assistant

Fennewald, Sharon
- Administrative Assistant – Guidance & Counseling Office
- Metro Business College
- Student Ambassadors

Hronick, Tim
- IT Director
- Helias High School Class of 2007
- University of Notre Dame Class of 2011
- BA – Information Technology Management

Kampeter, Staci
- School Nurse
- Lincoln University
- Nursing, RN

Martin, Rebecca
- Director of Communications and Admissions
- Benedictine College
- Bachelor of Journalism & Theology
- Student Ambassadors

Muessig, Darlene
- Finance Director
- Helias High School Class of 1975

Reinsch, Travis
- Director of Facilities
- Lincoln University
- BS – Education

Rockers, Susie
- Associate to Athletic Director
- Univ. of Missouri-Columbia
- BA – Science in Health and Physical Education

Rogers, Peggy
- School Secretary
- Rosati Kain Catholic High School
- Benedictine College
Crabill, Mike
- Custodial Staff
Gabbard, Brice
- Custodial Staff

Greene, Lorne
- Custodial Staff

Hix, Rodney
- Custodial Staff

Kempker, Richard
- Maintenance Supervisor
Watkins, Pamela
- Custodial Staff

Backes, Tim
- AP Physics
- Chemistry
- Physical Science
- Lincoln University
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- Central Missouri State University
- Truman State University
- University of Notre Dame
- BS/MA – Education
- Life Runners
- Robotics
- Family Leader – Evangelists

Baer, Rick
- Earth Science
- Physical Science
- Columbia College
- University of Missouri
- BS – Biology
- MS – Curriculum and Instruction

Bax, Ryan
- Algebra II
- Geometry
- Benedictine College
- University of North Dakota
- Conception Seminary College
- BA – Mathematics
- BS – Mechanical Engineering
- Bachelor of Philosophical and Theological Studies (Respectively)
- Head Basketball Coach – Freshman Girls
- Family Leader – Stewards

Bell, Victor
- AP American History
- Civics
- Geography
- Central Methodist University
- BA – History Education
- Asst. Head Football Coach
- Head Basketball Coach – Freshmen Boys
- Family Leader – Explorers

Bockwinkel-Baker, Christina
- Ecumenism
- Jesus Christ and the Trinity
- Paschal Mystery
- Scripture
- St. Louis University
- University of Detroit Mercy
- BA – Honors – Biology
- Certificate in Women’s Studies
- MA – Religious Studies
- Head Cheerleading Coach
- Family Leader – Evangelists

Brookshire, Samantha
- Algebra I and IA
- Pre-Algebra
- Central Methodist University
- BS – Public Administration
- BS – Inner Disciplinary Studies
- Student Council
- Family Leader – Explorers

Brown, Abby
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Biology
- Westminster College
- Lincoln University
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN)
- Student Council
- Family Leader – Warriors

Bruemmer, Sue
- Algebra IA
- Math Analysis & Trigonometry
- Pre-Calculus
- Southwest Missouri State University
- William Woods University
- BS – Education-Math
- MA – Education-Curriculum
- Founders Club
- Family Leader – Missionaries

Campbell, Dan
- Civics
- Geography
- Lincoln University
- University of Missouri
- BS – Education
- MA – Education
- Head Golf Coach – Girls
- Family Leader – Scholars

Chisholm, Krizzia
- Biology
- AP Biology
- Missouri University of Science & Technology
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BS – Biology
- MS – Education Learning, Teaching & Curriculum Biology 9-12
- Assistant Coach – Girls Soccer

Claseman, Maria
- American Literature
- AP English
- English II and III
- Westminster College
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BA – English & Secondary Education
- MA – English
- Academic Team
- Family Leader – Evangelists

Crider, Jacki
- English I
- Paschal Mystery
- Sacraments
- Benedictine College
- University of Notre Dame
- BA- English
- BA – Secondary Education
- BA – Theology
- MA – Educational Leadership
- Family Leader – Evangelists

Crider, Maggie
- Morality
- Spiritual Aids
- Helias Catholic High School Class of 2009
- Benedictine College
- BA – Theology & Youth Ministry
- Campus Ministry
- Head Tennis Coach – Girls
- Mission Trips
- Service Hours
- Family Leader – Warriors

Crider, Sharon
- Morality
- Sacraments
- Speech
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- University of St. Mary
- Paul VI Institute
- BA and MA – Education
- Catechist Certification
- Family Leader – Stewards

Eickmeyer, Ron
- Creative Writing
- English I
- English III/World Literature
- Benedictine College
- BA – English
- Family Leader – Warriors

Emmel, Tom
- Dual Credit American History
- World History
- Geography – Summer School
- Southeast Missouri State University
- Lincoln University
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BA – Secondary Education
- MA – Social Studies
- Earth Science Certification

Fick, Kelly
- Special Education
- University of Missouri
- Columbia College
- BA – History
- MA – Education
- Head Softball Coach
- Assistant Baseball Coach
- Family Leader – Missionaries

Fox, Jana
- Chorus
- Women’s Choir
- Concert Choir
- Show Choir
- Central Methodist University
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BA – Music Education
- MA – Music Education
- Tri-M

Gerber, Jennifer
- Applied Life Skills
- Computer Publishing
- Quincy University
- Webster University
- BS – Education
- Yearbook

Haslag, Laura
- Accounting I
- Consumer Ed
- Digital Design I and II
- Central Missouri University
- BS – Business Education & Management
- Family Leader – Scholars

Heislen, Jan
- Counselor (Students A-He)
- Naviance Coordinator
- University of Central Missouri
- Lincoln University
- BA – Spanish Education
- MA – Guidance Counseling

Hentges, Chris
- Church History
- Ecumenism
- Iowa State University
- University of Missouri
- BA – Physical Education/Health
- MA – Education Administration
- Head Football Coach
- Family Leader – Explorers

Higgins, T.J.
- Band
- Truman State University
- Masters of Art in Education – Music
- BA – Music Instrumental
- Band

Jarman, Kathy
- Business Law
- English II
- Personal Finance
- University of Central Missouri
- Lincoln University
- BS – Business Education & English
- Coordinator for Service Club Org. (Kiwanis, Rotary, Zonto, Council of Clubs)
- Family Leader – Missionaries

Keleher, Weston
- Study Hall
- University of Missouri
- Benedictine College
- Missouri Baptist University
- BA Science – Sports Management
- Head Wrestling Coach
- Family Leader – Missionaries

Kempker, Sarah
- English II
- Librarian
- Lincoln University
- BA – Education English
- Support Staff for boys basketball
- Family Leader – Scholars
- Epsilon Beta (formerly Library Squad)

Lamb, Joyce
- Geometry A
- Algebra IIA
- Missouri State University
- BS- Math in Education
- Historian
- Faculty STEM Advisor

Light, Molly
- Jesus Christ and the Trinity
- Revelation of Jesus Christ
- University of Notre Dame
- BA – Psychology (Minor in Theology)
- Assistant Cross Country Coach
- Campus Ministry
- Head JV Basketball Coach – Girls
- House Leader – Scholars

Livers, Jeanne
- Pre-Calculus
- Southeast Missouri State University
- BA – Secondary Mathematics Education and Computer Science
- MA – Mathematics

Malmstrom, Chip
- Outdoor Education
- University of Kansas
- University of Minnesota
- BA Education
- Masters in Applied Kinesiology
- Ping Pong Club
- Fishing Team
- Shotgun Team

Mayhan, Dr. Collin
- AP Computer Science
- Chemistry
- Dual Credit Chemistry
- Intro to Computer Science
- University of Missouri
- BA – ACS Certification
- PhD
- Family Leader – Stewards

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
- Club International
- French Club
- French Honor Society
- Prom
- Family Leader – Warriors

Noonan, Denise
- American Literature
- English III
- Lincoln University
- BA – English
- Founders Club
- Family Leader – Stewards

Ordway, Mark
- American History
- US at War
- World History
- State Fair Community College
- US Air Force Comm. College, MD
- Lincoln University
- BS – Ed Social Studies
- Assistant Football Coach
- Family Leader – Evangelists

Pickering, Jeff
- World History
- Missouri State University
- BS – Education
- Assistant Football Coach
- House Leader – Missionaries

Plank, Matthew
- Spanish II and III
- AP Spanish
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- Lincoln University
- BA – Political Science
- International Relations
- MA – Spanish
- Minor Classical Greek
- Chess Club
- Family Leader – Explorers
- Spanish Club

Ralston, Lacy
- Counselor (Students Hi-Ph)
- ACT Coordinator
- North Iowa Area Community College
- Lincoln University
- University of Notre Dame
- BA – Elementary & Special Education
- MA – Guidance Counseling
- MA – Educational Leadership

Reed, Hannah
- Algebra IIA
- Geometry A
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BS – Social Studies & Math Education (grades 5-9)
- MA – Math Education
- Family Leader – Explorers

Reed, Nick
- Spanish I & II
- University of Notre Dame
- BA – Theology
- MA – Education
- Academic Team
- Family Leader – Stewards

Rehagen, Mark
- Latin I
- Paschal Mystery/Church History
- Pontifical College Josephinum
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- Kenrick Theological Seminary
- BA – English
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- Sacristan
- Helias Classics Club
- Family Leader – Scholars

Rockers, Melissa
- Physical Science
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BS Agriculture Education
- (Minor Animal Science)
- Certificates – Biology; General Science
- Engineering & Technology
- Agriculture Education
- Robotics
- Family Leader – Warriors

Rockers, Zachary
- Jesus Christ and the Trinity
- Revelation of Jesus Christ
- Spiritual Aids
- Columbia College
- BA in Business Administration
- Master of Arts in Teaching
- Assistant Football Coach – Offensive Coordinator
- Assistant Basketball Coach – Girls
- Campus Ministry
- Family Leader – Evangelists

Rothweiler, Joe
- Psychology I and II
- St. Louis University
- Missouri Baptist University
- William Woods
- BA – Business Administration
- Social Studies Certified
- MA – Education Administration
- Head Basketball Coach – Boys
- Family Leader – Scholars

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
- Family Leader – Explorers

Shimkus, Margaret
- Computer Applications
- Digital Technology
- Intro to Business
- Word Processing
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BA Business Education
- MA Practical Arts and Vocational/Technical Education
- Head Tennis Coach – Boys
- House Leader – Stewards

Shimkus, Melea
- Public Speaking
- Spanish I
- Study Skills
- University of Dallas
- Central Methodist University
- Arizona State University
- Walden University
- BA – English
- MA – Education
- MA – English
- American Board Certified
- Finishing EdD in Reading, Literacy, and Assessment
- Family Leader – Stewards
- Speech Team

Smyth, Tom
- Band
- Intro to Music/Music Theory
- Southwest Missouri State University
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BA – Music Education
- MA – Music Conducting
- Band

Stout, Karen
- Art Foundation
- Drawing I and II
- Sculpture I and II
- World Arts
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- Stephens College
- MA – Art Education
- BA – Studio Arts
- Family Leader – Missionaries

Toosley, Whitney
- Counselor (Students Pi-Z)
- Dual Credit and AP Coordinator
- Westminster College
- Missouri Baptist University
- Northwest University
- BA – Mathematics Education
- MA – Guidance & Counseling
- Specialist in Educational Leadership
- NHS

Twyman, Elizabeth
- Accommodations Coordinator
- Special Education
- University of Central Missouri
- William Woods University
- BA – Education, Special Education K-12
- MA – Administration
- Special Education
- Assistant Volleyball Coach
- Student Council

Verslues, Leslie
- AP Calculus A/B
- AP Calculus B/C
- Acc. Pre-Calculus
- University of Missouri
- BA – Education & Math
- MA – Math Education
- Assistant Track & Field Coach
- Head Cross Country Coach
- Family Leader – Scholars

Vossen, Ron
- Design & Construction I, II and III
- Life Skills
- Mechanical Drawing
- Theater Design
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- Lincoln University
- BA – Education
- MA – School Administration
- Founders Club
- Production Mgr. Spring Musical
- Marketing Committee
- House Leader – Missionaries

Welch, Melissa
- English I
- Librarian
- Truman State University
- BA in English
- Masters in Education
- Epsilon Beta (formerly Library Squad)
- House Leader – Explorers

Werner, Alex
- Strength & Conditioning
- Helias Catholic High School Class of 2016
- University of Missouri-Columbia
- BS – Science Nutrition & Exercise Physiology
- Head Strength & Conditioning Coach/Coordinator
- Family Leader – Warriors

Wieberg, Jessica
- Sports Medicine
- St. Louis University
- BA Exercise Science
- MA Athletic Training
- Athletic Trainer for Helias Catholic Sports Teams

Wiggans, Garrett
- Health
- Study Skills
- Mineral Area College
- Lincoln University
- Central Methodist University
- Assoc. of Arts Degree
- Finishing BA of Social Science
- Assistant Football Coach
- Assistant Baseball Coach
- Head Basketball Coach – Girls
- Family Leader – Warriors

Wilson, Steve
- Basic Biology
- Biology
- Environmental Science
- Zoology
- 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

Wyrick, Chris
- Fitness 101
- Lifetime Sports
- Physical Education
- University of Missouri
- BS – Secondary Education
- Assistant Basketball Coach – Girls
- Assistant Softball Coach
- Head Baseball Coach
- House Leader – Evangelists
- Physical Education Dept. Chair

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

Nimwesiga, Reverend Ignitius
- Part-time Chaplain, Helias Catholic High School
- Assistant Pastor, Cathedral of St. Joseph
- Intern at Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Jefferson City
- Ordained: 2016
- Katigondo National Major Seminary, Masaka
- Pontifical Urbaniana University, Rome
- St. Mary’s National Seminary, Ggaba, Kampala
- Makerere University, Kampala
- Kampala International University, Uganda
- Duquesne University, Pittsburgh
- BA – Philosophy
- BA – Sacred Theology
- MA – Arts in Religious and Theological Studies
- Post-Graduate – Education
- MA – Education Administration and Supervision (K-12)