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Josh Wilkerson

I love the feeling I get when a student gets a new concept or skill.

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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.

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Lakin MacGregor

Ensuring my classroom is a safe, inclusive, and creative environment is the foundation of how I teach today.

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Sara (Fritz) Elder

“During my senior year at Pius my counselor Mrs. Fraiser helped guide me to the Education Program at UNO.”

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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.”

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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.”

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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.”

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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.”

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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.”

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Dan Mettler

“The never give up attitude the faculty at Pius taught us really helped shape who I am today.”

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Adam Polacek

“I remember how I looked at my teachers as role models and positive influences on my life.”

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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.”

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Brenna (Zeleski) Dare

“I remember having an “aha” moment in March of senior year and knew that teaching was truly my calling.”

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Luke Fleck

“Having teachers that were joyful and authentic left a powerful impression upon me.”

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“I tried to find something each of my students enjoys so that I can connect with them.”

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Christy (Kobza) Kruger

“These students bring smiles, laughter, and a love for God that is very special.”

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Jordan Haas

“I realized I wanted to be a teacher when I noticed the relationships I built with teachers as a student.”

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Eric Westra

“My students have shown me that God works in each person’s life differently.”

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Tory Nagle

“It makes my day better when I see kids happy.”

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Joslyn (Behne) Mandl

“I remember having a moment of realization that I love learning new things.”

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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.

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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.

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BJ Kreifels ’97

“I grew up always interested in food and wanting to create my own “recipe” for things.”

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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

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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

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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

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. Over the course of those years I have served as a teacher, counselor, assistant principal, director of services for students, principal, mentor/coach of aspiring and new principals, central office administrator for leadership development, and deputy superintendent in the Bronx. My favorite job was being a middle school principal at IS 123 in the Bronx. I am still working, part time, as an Educational Consultant for schools in NYC and with Teachers College at Columbia University in NYC. What do you consider your main objectives? To create schools that will listen to the voices of the children they serve and that will establish the environment and opportunities that empower children to achieve the bright future they deserve. What have you seen that keeps you motivated to help even more students, teachers and principals? The indefatigable hope and trust in the eyes of children everywhere... How has your work in education evolved over the past few decades? I grew up...and came to understand that when we don't know what to do for kids, we should probably have started by asking them... How did you go from Pius X to NYC? I went away to Cornell University for college and fell in love with NY How does your faith play into your role? My faith sustains me in my moments of weakness, worry and doubt, challenges me to be more and to give more than I ever believed possible, and reaffirms my belief in the dignity of all people. When not working, what hobbies or activities do you enjoy doing? Good movies, good reads, good company and good times (preferably at the beach, in Paris, or on any golf course), and good wine. What initiatives or projects are you hoping to start or finish in the coming years? I'm working with some TC colleagues on a principals retreat to refresh those in the "hot seat" and help them keep their "eyes on the prize". I'm also working with some colleagues on a leadership retreat for kids, and I'm also starting up a new vocal ensemble of high school students called "Vocem in Pacem" (The Voices for Peace) that will focus on music across all religions and cultures. What memories do you have of Pius X High School? Wow, so many, it's hard to pick just one - the camaraderie, the football games, band trips, musicals, classes with inspiring teachers and classmates, woodsies... just really am grateful for the truly well-rounded education I received at Pius and the deepening of my faith that began there and continues...

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

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Kloee Sander ’19

Kloee Sander ’19 and Joseph Placke were married on December 30, 2023, at St. Thomas Aquinas Newman Center in Lincoln.

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Benjamin Rezac ’19

Benjamin Rezac ’19 completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

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Bill Swope (1983) was promoted to Survey/Geospatial Technical Leader for Halff

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Erin Ott ’19

Erin Ott ’19 graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia with a

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