Pius X Alumni Profiles
Josh Wilkerson
I love the feeling I get when a student gets a new concept or skill.
Kaylin (Kreikemeier) White
Growing up I had several teachers that provided me with a safe and loving atmosphere. Going into school each day my goal is to make sure each child feels safe when they are with me and that they know they are loved.
Lakin MacGregor
Ensuring my classroom is a safe, inclusive, and creative environment is the foundation of how I teach today.
From classroom assignment to flourishing business, the story of h.flynn and Hayley (Stamper) Reed ’15
A budding entrepreneur doesn’t need the venture capital or the big loan. They don’t even need a website or social media presence. It just takes
Sara (Fritz) Elder
“During my senior year at Pius my counselor Mrs. Fraiser helped guide me to the Education Program at UNO.”
Shelby (Krause) Rix
“I remember sitting at a restaurant and my dad telling me that he thought I would make a great teacher because I worked really well with kids.”
Michael Sjuts
“I always had teachers that cared about me being successful and would push me to be the best version of myself. I try to do that for my students now.”
Paige (Beiermann) Liess
“From the time I was little, I knew I wanted to be a teacher. I loved going to school and playing school at home.”
Bridget (Hansen) McPhillips
“I love to help guide them in figuring out what their talents are, how they can use them, and what their options are after they graduate.”
Deborah McGinn
” I learned best from teachers who saw my potential, and understood that I could be successful whether I ever understand an equation or dreaded story problem in math.”
Dan Mettler
“The never give up attitude the faculty at Pius taught us really helped shape who I am today.”
Adam Polacek
“I remember how I looked at my teachers as role models and positive influences on my life.”
Mandy Svoboda (Haas)
“I have always said that being a teacher makes me a better mom, and being a mom makes me a better teacher.”
Brenna (Zeleski) Dare
“I remember having an “aha” moment in March of senior year and knew that teaching was truly my calling.”
Jilliane (Walsh) Allemann
“I have had the opportunity to work in a small school where school IS truly a big family.”
Luke Fleck
“Having teachers that were joyful and authentic left a powerful impression upon me.”
Tracy Neumayer Chapelle
“I tried to find something each of my students enjoys so that I can connect with them.”
Christy (Kobza) Kruger
“These students bring smiles, laughter, and a love for God that is very special.”
Jordan Haas
“I realized I wanted to be a teacher when I noticed the relationships I built with teachers as a student.”
Eric Westra
“My students have shown me that God works in each person’s life differently.”
Joslyn (Behne) Mandl
“I remember having a moment of realization that I love learning new things.”
Kim Codr-Stockman ’89
It has been such a joy having the ability to work for myself and for my dream to be supported by the community.
Kathryn (Slattery) Johnson ’12
I always remember baking with my mom and sisters growing up, especially during the holidays.
Stacie (Bird) Hooks ’97
We started in the restaurant business when I was about 8 years old, but my favorite meals were when we all got together on Sundays after church.
BJ Kreifels ’97
“I grew up always interested in food and wanting to create my own “recipe” for things.”
Gabriel Clark ’19
What are you studying (your major/minor), and how do you feel Pius X classes and teachers prepared you for your college work? I am a
Natalie Schieuer ’17
What led you to apply for the US Naval Academy? As a high school senior, the US Naval Academy presented the opportunity for me to
Terry Connelly ’61
Terry Connelly ’61 published a new book, ‘Let’s Blow Up the Elite College Admissions Black Box: It’s Roiling Young Lives, Rigged for the Rich, and
Katie Bardsley ’13 enjoying transition from athlete to coach
Katie (Krick) Bardsley is a 2013 graduate and now is a student at Colorado Christian, where she is also a track and field coach.
Hayes ’09 starts sports marketing agency
Patrick Hayes is a 2009 graduate of Pius X High School, and recently started his own sports marketing agency. What is your current title and
Stewart ’13 continues missionary journey that interested her at Pius X
Kendra Stewart is a 2013 graduate and is current a FOCUS missionary in Alabama.
Morrow ’99 expands opportunities for travel, literature in Spain
Andrew Morrow is a 1999 graduate of Pius X High School, and is now a college professor in Spain.
Red Sox baseball scout leads Petersen ’78 to many fields around country
Fred Petersen is a 1978 graduate of Pius X High School and a scout for the Boston Red Sox organization. What is your current title
Virginia Connelly ’73
What is your official title and workplace now? I’m actually retired, after 38 years in the Education field, serving in both Washington, DC and NYC.
Bits & Pieces / Births / Weddings
Julia (Swanson) Oswald ’17
Julia Swanson ’17 married Trenton Oswald on November 9th, 2024, at
Madyson (Pick) Haas ’14
Madyson Pick ’14 and Douglas Haas were married by Fr. Kenneth
Markus Pieper ’18
What is your current place of employment and title? Beck’s Hybrids
Hannah Schinkel ’11
Hannah Schinkel ’11 and Grant Beckman were married on November 18,
Cami (Mehl) Wickstrom ’12
Cami (Mehl) ’12 and Corey Wickstrom were married July 27, 2024.
Nathan Ullman ’16
Nathan Ullman ’16 and Nirmitee Gite were married on August 24th
Josh Kramer ’00
Josh ’00 and Jennifer Kramer welcomed Roman Kenneth Joseph into their
Jeanie Kenkel ’98
Jeanie has been a registered nurse in mental health for 16
Carly Abel ’20 and Gage Campbell ’22
Carly Abel ’20 and Gage Campbell ’22 were married at Saint
Sr. Maria Joseph (Hang Bui) ’10
“I was born and raised in Vietnam. I left my family,
Fr. Santiago Izquierdo ’14
Father Santiago Izquierdo ’14 Father Santiago Izquierdo ’14 was ordained a
Fr. Jonah Brox ’16
Father Jonah Brox ’16 was ordained a priest in the Diocese
Grace Seeman ’19
Grace Seeman ’19 married Joshua Kester on June 1st, 2024, at
Sierra (Weber) Beckman ‘11
Sierra (Weber) Beckman ‘11 and her husband Ben welcomed their fourth
Hannah Hoge ’19
Hannah Hoge ’19 married Andrew Laprath on January 27, 2024, at
Kate Olsson ’18 and Noah Hagge ’18
Kate Olsson ’18 and Noah Hagge ’18 were married on December
Kennedy (Sander) Simpson ‘15
Kennedy (Sander) Simpson ‘15 and her husband Tyler from Arlington, NE
Sarah (Tasler) ’11 and Alex Hain ’11
Sarah (Tasler) ’11 and Alex Hain ’11 welcomed Jacob Francis Hain bright and early at 5 am on March 1st, 2024.
Lydia Wemhoff ’15
Lydia Wemhoff ’15 and Ryan Pasco were married on November 4,
Sam Raun ’14
Sam ‘14 and Mary Raun welcomed Monica Eileen on November 10,
Kloee Sander ’19
Kloee Sander ’19 and Joseph Placke were married on December 30, 2023, at St. Thomas Aquinas Newman Center in Lincoln.
Theil ’18 named to the USA Triathlon program
Caroline Theil ’18 a former member of the Pius X & Texas A&M swim team has been named to the USA Triathlon Talent ID program
Kealey (McManus)’08 and Brandon ’08 Butler
Kealey (McManus)’08 and Brandon ’08 Butler welcomed Zelie on August 20,
Benjamin Rezac ’19
Benjamin Rezac ’19 completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Audrey (Kuehn) ’12 Musgrave
Audrey (Kuehn) ’12 and Tyler Musgrave welcomed their daughter, Della Lynn
Connor Maly ’15
Connor Maly ’15 and Erinn (formerly Ms. Black) were married on
Bree Ackermann ’14
Bree Ackermann ’14 married Josh Spenner on June 10, 2023 at
Robert “Bo” Haug ’11
Robert “Bo” Haug ’11 received his BA from UNL and his
Ashley (Haug) ’09 Bush
Ashley (Haug) ’09 and husband, Dr. Garrett Bush welcomed their 3rd
Mary (McManus) ’17 and Philip Turner ’18
Mary (McManus) ’17 and Philip Turner ’18 welcomed their second baby
Caroline (Haug) ’07 Velting
Caroline (Haug) ’07 and husband Ben Velting have a son, Banner
Noah Witkowicz ’02
Noah Witkowicz ’02 has started a new position as Director of
Maggie (Reese) ’17 and Robert ’17 Kirkpatrick
Maggie (Reese) ’17 and Robert ’17 Kirkpatrick welcomed their baby girl,
Molly and Matt ’09 Wallish
Molly and Matt ’09 Wallish welcomed their baby boy, George Francis
Emma (McDermott) ’19 and Seth ’19 Miller
Emma (McDermott) ’19 and Seth ’19 Miller welcomed their baby boy,
Emma Scholtes ’17 and Derek Kolbush ’17
Emma Scholtes ’17 and Derek Kolbush ’17 were married on May
Lauren Dion ’16 and Daniel Cerio ’17
Lauren Dion ’16 and Daniel Cerio ’17 were married on November
Lauren Bruning ’15 Graves
Lauren Bruning (’15) and Aaron Graves were married on September 23,
Emily Pick ’16
Emily Pick ’16 and Ben Sidner were married August 26th at
Jackson Kessler ’23 and Sam Hoiberg ’21
Two Pius X alumni – Jackson Kessler ’23 (#3) and Sam
Jim Biggs, Mary Eileen Bartlett Wolf and George Bennett – Class of ’64
Jim Biggs, Mary Eileen Bartlett Wolf and George Bennett all graduated
Connor Maly ’15
Connor Maly ’15 and Erinn (formerly Ms. Black) married on June
Daniel Blake ’10
Daniel Blake ’10 has a new position as Structural Engineer at
Morgan (Bideaux) Montanez ’13 and Trey Montanez ’12
Morgan (Bideaux) Montanez ’13 and Trey Montanez ’12 welcomed a baby
Jill (Benes) Rolfson ’11
Jill (Benes) Rolfson ’11 and her husband, Joseph Rolfson was overjoyed
Bill Swope’83
Bill Swope (1983) was promoted to Survey/Geospatial Technical Leader for Halff
Paul Wurtz ’15
Paul Wurtz ’15 started as an internal medicine resident at the
Jared Sasse ’16
Jared Sasse ’16 has accepted a new role as the Leasing
Erin Ott ’19
Erin Ott ’19 graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a
Jenna Peck ’19
Jenna Peck ’19 graduation from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a