Faculty Directory 2009-2010


(In Alphabetical Order)


Mr. Chris Andriano

Physical Education Teacher / Head Football Coach

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(630) 627-6930 x118

Co-curricular Involvement
-Head Football Coach
-Boys Track Coach

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Arts Milikin University
-Master of Arts Eastern Illinois University
-American Red Cross Adult CPR Instructor
-35th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Elise Barth

Science Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x343

Co-curricular Involvement
-Assistant Girls Softball Coach

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Science in Life Science, Indiana State University
-Bachelor of Secondary Education, Illinois State University
-10th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Kevin Beirne

Director of Student Activities / English Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x106

Co-curricular Involvement
-Senior Class Moderator

Education & Experience
-Masters of Arts - The Catholic University of America
-Bachelor of Arts - The Catholic University of America
-5 Years Teaching English, St. Johns College High School - Washington, D.C.
 -1 Year English Department Chair, St. Johns College High School
 - 1st year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Richard Billings

Science Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x340

 

Education & Experience
-M.S. Northern Illinois University
-B.A. North Central


Mr. Michael Blanchette

Theology Department Chair, Campus Minister and Director of Community Service Learning

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(630) 627-6930 x123

Co-curricular Involvement
-Community Service Learning

Education & Experience
-Master of Divinity Degree St. Mary of the Lake University- Mundelein, IL
-BA English St. Meinrad College - St. Meinrad, Indiana
-6th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Barry Briggs

Mathematics &
Computer Technology Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x111

Co-curricular Involvement
-Jr. Math Team

Education & Experience
-M.A. University of Phoenix
-M.S. Illinois Institute of Technology
-B.S. Aurora University


Mr. Michael Bukovsky

Director of Admissions

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(630) 627-6930 x183

Co-curricular Involvement
-Head Wrestling Coach
-Assistant Football Coach

Education & Experience
-B.A. - North Central College
-14th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Virginia Carroll

Science Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x345



 

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Science University of St Francis - Joliet Il
-Master of Science Northern Illinois University - DeKalb Il
-35th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Barbara Caruso

Theology Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x339

Co-curricular Involvement
-Junior Class Moderator

Education & Experience
-BA Theology Loras College
-MA Professional Counseling Illinois School of Professional Psychology
-Licensed Professional Counselor
-5th year at Montini Catholic

Mrs. Hilda Castor

Spanish Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x347

 

Education & Experience
-B.A. North Central College
-A.S. Colegio Universitario de Caracas,  Caracas, Venezuela
-2nd year at Montini Catholic

Miss Megan Crotty

Director of Alumni Relations

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(630) 627-6930 x178

 

Education & Experience
-B.A. Loyola University Chicago
-Illinois Certificate of Secondary Teaching

Mr. Michael Dailey

Social Studies Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x351


Education & Experience
-B.A. - Benedictine University
-8 years teaching experience
-4th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Kelly Davis

Theology Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x322

Co-curricular Involvement
-Kairos Director
-Assistant in Campus Ministry

Education & Experience
-BA-  Augustana College
-Masters of Arts in Pastoral Studies- Catholic Theological Union


Mrs. Sandy Deiber

Science Department Chair

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(630) 627-6930 x344

Co-curricular Involvement
Moderator: Obscure Sports Club

Education & Experience
-Master of Education in Teaching National Louis University
-Bachelor of Science in Zoology Eastern Illinois University - Charleston
-6th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Wanda Drabik

Fine Arts Dept. Chair

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(630) 627-6930 x169

 

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Science in Education Northern Illinois University
-15th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Rolland Eckman

Social Studies Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x353

 

Education & Experience
-B.S Sociology/Anthropology     Western Illinois University
-M. A.  University of Illinois - Urbana Champaign
-Teacher for 40 years
-6th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Peter Farina

Technology Director

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(630) 627-6930 x110

Co-curricular Involvement
-Moderator of Computer Club
-Moderator of Film Club

Education & Experience
-B.A. - Loyola University Chicago
-Network + Certified
-14 years Network Administration
-10th year at Montini Catholic


Ms. Kathleen Filipiak

Assistant Principal / Student Services

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(630) 627-6930 x104

Co-curricular Involvement
-Obscure Sports Club Moderator

Education & Experience
-Type 75 Certification - Lewis University
-M.S. - George Williams College
-B.S. - George Williams College
-34th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs.  Nancy Formanski

English Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x330

Co-curricular Involvement
- Co-moderator of National Honor Society

Education & Experience
-M.A. Literature - Northeastern Illinois University
-B.A. English  - Mundelein College
-3rd year at Montini
-12th year of teaching


Mrs. Gina Gasbarre

Computer Technology Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x387

Co-curricular Involvement
-

Education & Experience
-B.S. Quincy University in Physical Education
-Minor:  Health Education
-Illinois Endorsements:
Psychology and Social Studies
-23 years teaching
-8th year at Montini


Dr. Marisa Gast

Spanish Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x326

Co-curricular Involvement
-

Education & Experience
-M.A in Education
University of Phoenix
-M.S in Organizational Science
New Jersey Institute of Technology
-Juris Doctor
Universidad Javeriana, Bogota, Colombia
-2nd year at Montini Catholic
10 years at college level
6 years at high school level


Mrs. Linda Green

Assistant to the Athletic Director

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(630) 627-6930 x164

Co-curricular Involvement
-Cheerleading
-Community Building

Education & Experience
-Bryman Medical Assisting School
- 9th year at Montini Catholic


Br. Thomas Harding, FSC

Development Staff & Theology Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x179

 

Education & Experience
-BA-DePaul University-1976
   History/Political Science
-M.Ed.-DePaul University-1987
   School Leadership & Supervision
-State of Illinois Type #75 Supervisory Certification -Graduate Studies:
   Loyola University-Chicago
   Scripture & Religious Studies
   University of Notre Dame - Suddes Group
   Catholic School Development / Institutional Advancement Driscoll Catholic HS: 1976-1978
-DeLaSalle Institute: 1979-1987 Montini Catholic HS: 1987-2005 / 2nd Term-2008-Semester II


Mrs. Amy Humphrey

French Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x346

Co-curricular Involvement
-French Club Moderator

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Arts in French  Ohio Northern University - Ada, OH
- Masters Degree program candidate, Secondary Education  Northern Kentucky University 
-15 years of teaching experience
-4th year at Montini
-Member of American Association of Teachers of French
-Elected to French Honorary, Pi Delta Pi


Mr. Robert Huntoon

Mathematics Department Chair

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(630) 627-6930 x357

Co-curricular Involvement
-Math Team Coach
-Ticket Sales for Fine Arts Events

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics DePaul University
- Masters in Mathematics Education DePaul University
- Member of the Board of Directors Mathematics Teachers' Association of Chicagoland and Vicinity since 1990
- Treasurer Mathematics Teachers' Association of Chicagoland and Vicinity since 1994
-Speaker at the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics Annual Workshop
- Member of National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
- Member of Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics
-Member of Metropolitan Mathematics Club of Chicago
 -Member of Mathematics Association of America
-Golden Apple Nominee
-Diocese of Joliet Award for Years of Teaching
-1982 LaSallian Award Winner
-1995 LaSallian Teacher of the Year at Montini
-2007 Life Service Award from the Mathematics Teachers' Association of Chicago and Vicinity
 -40th year at Montini Catholic
 -45th year of teaching


Mr. James Izzo

Social Studies Department Chair

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(630) 627-6930 x354

Co-curricular Involvement
-weight room moderator

Education & Experience
-Master of Public Administration   Pacific Western U
-Bachelor History and Political Science  St Mary's U. of Minn
- 34th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Robert Johnston

Director of Guidance

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(630) 627-6930 x167

Co-curricular Involvement
-Assistant Golf Coach

Education & Experience
- B.A. - English - Loyola University 
- M.Ed. - Guidance and Counseling Loyola University 
- 8 years English teacher - St. Patrick H.S. 
- 2 years Counselor - St. Patrick H.S. 
- 25 years Counselor - Riverside Brookfield H.S, 
- 4th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Richard Kane

Math Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x355

Co-curricular Involvement

Education & Experience
-B.S.  St. Joseph's College
-J.D.   The John Marshall Law School
- 3 Years Teaching at Luther High Shcool, South
- 1st year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Rita Keogh

English Department Chairperson

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(630) 627-6930 x352

Co-curricular Involvement
-Broadcaster Moderator

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Science in English Education - Illinois State University
-Master of Science in Education Northern Illinois University
-8th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Nora Kinney

Spanish Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x325

Co-curricular Involvement
-Spanish Club Moderator

Education & Experience
-BA. Education Universidad Panamericana - Mexico
- Graduated Cum Laude
- 7th year at Montini Catholic
- 28 years teaching experience
- Masters at Concordia University in Curriculum and Instruction


Dr. Michael Kisicki

English Teacher/Director of Curriculum and Instruction

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(630) 627-6930 x108

Co-curricular Involvement
-Director of Curriculum and Instruction
-Member, Montini Catholic Administrative Team
-Chairperson, Academic Advisory Council

Education & Experience
-Ed.D, Educational Administration (Loyola University)
-M.Ed., Diagnostic Reading (University of Arizona)
-M.Ed., Educational Administration (University of Arizona)
-B.A., English Literature (Lewis University)
-4th year at Montini


Ms. Kathleen Laird

Spanish Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x328

Co-curricular Involvement
-Moderator, Musings Literary Magazine

Education & Experience
-Masters of Education,  Notre Dame
-B.A.  Spanish, Notre Dame
-2 Years at Bourgade Catholic High School, Phoenix, AZ
  - 1st year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Christine Lamar

Registrar

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(630) 627-6930 x105

Co-curricular Involvement
-

Education & Experience
-MA in School Administration
     Concordia University
-BA in Mathematics
     St. Xavier University 
-Teacher/ Registrar
     Luther High School South
-9th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Robert Landi

Director of Development

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(630) 627-6930 x173

Co-curricular Involvement
-Assistant Baseball Coach

Education & Experience
-Masters in Business (MBA), Lewis University
-Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Lewis University
-25 Years of Coporate Business Experience (Johnson & Johnson and Merck/Medco Pharmaceuticals)
-1st  Year at Montini


Mr. Thomas Lentine

Physical Education Teacher / Dean

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(630) 627-6930 x136

Co-curricular Involvement
-Assistant Baseball Coach
-Assistant Basketball Coach

Education & Experience
- B.S. Psychology - Loyola University
- 1 year CICS Ralph Ellison - Athletic Director/P.E. Teacher
-10 years at Quigley Prep H.S. - Athletic Director/Director of P.E., Head Basketball Coach, Head Baseball Coach
- 1st year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Peter Lewek

Social Studies Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x337

Co-curricular Involvement
-

Education & Experience
-M.A. Loyola University
-B.A. Illinois Benedictine College
-2nd Year at Montini


Ms. Sara Lhotka

English Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x332

Co-curricular Involvement
-Student Government

Education & Experience
-BS Indiana University
-10th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. David Lyons

Business & Social Studies Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x334

Co-curricular Involvement
-Head Golf Coach

Education & Experience
-B.S. Management  National-Louis University
-4th Year at Montini


Dr. Diann Matheson

English Instructor/ Director of Theatre

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(630) 627-6930 x333

Co-curricular Involvement
-Theatre Director - Sping Musical
-Theatre Director - Fall Play
-Drama Club Moderator

Education & Experience
-Ph.D. Bowling Green State University, Ohio
-M. A. National-Louis University
-M. A. Coursework, University of Kansas
-B.A. University of Redlands, California
-Theatre Director and Performance Coach
-6th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Christine O'Neill-McManus

AP Mathematics Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x359

Co-curricular Involvement
-Varsity Math Team Coach

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Northern Illinois University
-Member of ICTM, NCTM, MAA, MTA
-16th year at Montini Catholic
-Margariete Montague Wheeler
Teaching Award Recipient
-Distinguished LaSallian Educator Award Recipient
-Br. George Wagner Master Teacher Award Recipient


Dr. Lawrence Misialek

Science Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x342

Co-curricular Involvement
-Moderator: Environmental Club

Education & Experience
-DC National University of Health Science
-MA in Biology University of Illinois at Springfield
-BS in Biology Lewis University
-Taught Human Anatomy   National University of Health Sciences
-Taught Anatomy/Physiology & Biology Wabonsee Community College &       Elgin Community College
-Currently teaching
Microbiology & Biology     College of Dupage
-8th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Danielle Monroe

Counselor

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(630) 627-6930 x165

Co-curricular Involvement
-Friends Helping Friends
-Transfer Student Group

Education & Experience
-School Counseling Certification Concordia University
-MS in Counseling Psychology Benedictine University
-BA in Psychology Northeastern Illinois University
-Therapist in Community Mental Health for 10 years
-Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
-3rd Year at Montini


Dr. Joseph Mordente

Theology Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x349

Co-curricular Involvement
-Head Coach - Boys/Girls Cross Country Team

Education & Experience
-BS in Biology Loras College
-MA in Philosophy     Loyola University, Chicago
-PhD in Philosophy Marquette University
-11th year at Montini


Mr. Jason Nichols

Director of Operations

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(630) 627-6930 x185

Co-curricular Involvement
-Girls Basketball Head Coach

 


Mrs. Michelle O'Connor

Director of Special Events

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(630) 627-6930 x177

Co-curricular Involvement
-Auction Coordinator
-Assist with alumni golf outing
-Assist with alumni reunions
-Assist with Alumni Hall of Fame Dinner
-Maintain and update Development Webpages and Alumni online community

Education & Experience
-B.B.A. in Marketing from St. May's College (IN)
-M.B.A. Benedictine University
-Advertising Sales, Chicago Bulls
-Dir. of Marketing, A.Barr Sales, RC Cola Distributor


Mrs. Maryann O'Neill

Principal

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(630) 627-6930 x102

Co-curricular Involvement
-

Education & Experience
-M.A.   Lewis University
-B.S.  -  University of Illinois
-21st year at Montini Catholic

* Mrs. O'Neill is a Member of these Organizations:

     - Mission and Ministry Council
     - Diocesan Principal's Association
     - NCEA
     - ASCD


Mr. Brian Opoka

Mathematics Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x358

Co-curricular Involvement
-Assistant Baseball Coach
-Head Varsity Basketball Coach
-Moderator "Montini Maniacs"

Education & Experience
-B.S. in Mathematics Quincy University, Quincy IL
-2002-2006 Taught at St. Rita High School


Mrs. Barbara Pauley

Development / Admissions
Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations

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(630) 627-6930 x172

Co-curricular Involvement

Education & Experience
-5th year at Montini Catholic


Ms. Maura Prunty

English Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x350

Co-curricular Involvement
-Moderator, Freshman Government

Education & Experience
-B.A. Secondary Education, English & History, Loras College, Dubuque IA
-2 Terms Admissions Counselor & Co-Director of Special Events; Saint Xavier University
- 1st year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Roberta Raike

Foreign Language Dept. Chair
Spanish Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x327

Co-curricular Involvement
-Bronco Corral School store

Education & Experience
-Masters Degree Concordia University
-Bachelor Degree     Northern Illinois University
-Teacher - 15 years     Corpus Christi, TX
-Teacher- 4 years     Edison, New Jersey
-Teacher - 6 years     DeLasalle High School - Chicago
-9th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Rosemary Riccio

Assistant to the President

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(630) 627-6930 x175

Co-curricular Involvement
-Assist the President in the following areas:

  • Scholarships, Financial Aid & Capital Campaign
  • School events such as Founders Day, Graduation, Donor Appreciation Brunch, Academic Awards Banquet, Faculty Luncheons & Faculty Christmas Party
  • Minutes for the Administration & Board of Directors Meetings

Education & Experience
-


Mrs. Kimberly Richmond

Database Manager/Assistant
Director of Admissions/Development Assistant

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(630) 627-6930 x182

Co-curricular Involvement
-

Education & Experience
-B.S. in Mathematics from Marquette University
-Masters in Math Education from National Louis University
-Taught Frosh, Soph and Jr level Math at Montini


Mr. Don Riley

Athletic Director

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(630) 627-6930 x163

Co-curricular Involvement
- moderate all athletic teams, events, and coaches
-I have coached football, baseball and most recently girls basketball serving as the varsity head coach for ten years prior to taking over the athletic director position.

Education & Experience
-Bachelor of Science in Management Lewis University
-Masters of Secondary Education Northern Illinois University
-15 years in management at a large company
-25th year at Montini Catholic


Mr. Gary Roby

Science Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x341

 

Education & Experience
-M.S. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- B.S. Cornell University


Mr. James Ryan

Business & Social Studies Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x334

Co-curricular Involvement
-Assistant Girls Tennis Coach
-Assistant Boys Tennis Coach

Education & Experience
-North Central College
-Montini Catholic High School
-Worked in the Special Education Department at Addison Trail from 2004-2006
-3rd year at Montini


Ms. Stacy Sager

Choir and Band Director

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(630) 627-6930 x315

 Co-curricular Involvement
- Accafellas

Education & Experience
-Bachelors of Music Education - University of Illinois

-1 Semester Music Teacher, Granger Middle School
- 1st year at Montini


Mr. James Segredo

President

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(630) 627-6930 x174

 

Education & Experience
-B.A. - Lewis University
-M.Ed - University of Illinois, Chicago
-20 years in Catholic Secondary Education at St. Rita High School
-11th year at Montini Catholic


Ms. Jessica Sippel

Public Relations Director

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(630) 627-6930 x180

 

Education & Experience

-B.A. in Marketing Communications with concentration in Advertising and a photography minor from Columbia College Chicago
-1st Year at Montini Catholic

 


Mrs. Estelle Soger

Librarian

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(630) 627-6930 x170

Co-curricular Involvement
- Yearbook Moderator
-Locker Director

Education & Experience
-BA from St. Norbert College
-MLS from Rosary College
-Member of Illinois School Library Media Association
-16th year at Montini Catholic



Miss Joanna Spence 

Theology Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x148

 Co-curricular Involvement
-Sophomore Class Moderator

Education & Experience
-B.A. Lewis University
-2nd Year at Montini


Ms. Jennifer Voogd 

Fine Arts Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x168

Co-curricular Involvement
-

Education & Experience
-BFA in Art History and Art Education, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
-3nd year at Montini


Ms. Anne Westerkamp

Physical Education Teacher / Dean

Click here to email    Ms. Westerkamp

(630) 627-6930 x112

Co-curricular Involvement
-Intramural Moderator

Education & Experience
-B.A. Physical Education 
     Illinois Benedictine College
-16th year at Montini Catholic


Mrs. Donna Westerkamp

Library Assistant

Click here to email    Mrs. Westerkamp

(630) 627-6930 x171

 

Education & Experience
-Montini Catholic High School
-AA Degree, College of DuPage
-State Approved Paraprofessional
-3rd year at Montini


Mr. Michael Wimpelberg

Mathematics Teacher

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(630) 627-6930 x360

 

Education & Experience
-BS Northern Illinois University
-MA National College of Education
-Teacher- 34 years Wheaton North High School
-6th year at Montini Catholic


Miss Joan Zilkow

Guidance Counselor

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(630) 627-6930 x166

 

Education & Experience
-B. S. P.E.  DePaul University
-MED. in Guidance and Counseling Loyola University
-Counselor - 19 years Madonna High School
-5th year at Montini Catholic