Jr./Sr. High School Faculty & Staff

	Mrs. Kim Finger High School Religion Teacher, Religion Coordinator, Confirmation Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 203 Degree: B.S. in Parks & Recreation Administration, Coordinator of Religious Education Favorite Quote: "You have been told, O man, what is good, and what the Lord requires of you! Only to do the right and to love goodness,and to walk humbly with your God." - Micah 6: 8 Mrs. Finger begins her thirty-sixth year at her alma mater. After graduation from UMC, Mrs. Finger earned her certification as a Religion teacher. She is also certified as Coordinator of Religious Education through Paul VI Institute. Mrs. Finger enjoys anything SV, especially activities showcasing students’ gifts and talents.
	Mr. Bill Fischer Elementary, Jr. High, & High School Band/Choir/Jazz Part-Time/Assistant Director Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 201 Degree: Bachelor of Music Education & Master of Arts in Education (Specialization in Counseling) Favorite Quote: "Life is not about the destination-but rather about the journey." - Unknown Mr. Fischer earned his Bachelor of Music Education at Northeast Missouri State University and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Webster University in St. Louis. Mr. Fischer serves as a judge and adjudicator at Music Festivals around the state. His bands have successfully competed in both Music and Marching Festivals around the state and in Florida winning many competitions over the years. He is also involved in several music activities around the community including cantering and singing in church choral groups, assisting and playing for local musicals and performing in variety shows.
	Fr. Milton Ryan, C.M. Pastor & Superintendent Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 100 Degree: M.A. of Arts in Pastoral Counseling, Master of Divinity, M.A. in Music, and B.A. in Arts Favorite Quote:
	Mr. Newman Fair High School College Credit English Teacher Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 202 Degree: M.A. English Composition, B.A. American History Favorite Quote: Returning to St. Vincent, Mr. Fair is well versed in the SV community, it's mission, and it's desire for rigorous courses. In addition to his teaching experience, he has worked as a writer/editor/production assistant in Washington, DC for the Bread for the World Project - providing education and advocacy concerning hunger in the world. Mr. Fair is a member of the National Council of Teachers of English and is a mentor for CHAMPS in Perryville.
	Dr. Patricia Hensley Jr./Sr. High School Principal Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 233 Degree: PhD in Educational Administration, M.A. in Education, and B.L.S. with emphasis in Mathematics Favorite Quote: "In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." - Albert Einstein Prior to arriving at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Schools, Dr. Hensley served as principal for two Catholic elementary schools and two Catholic high schools in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. In 2010, she moved to a third world country, took on the position as Head of Schools, and helped to merge the only two Catholic schools in the country. Having received her BLS, MA, and PH.D from St Louis University, Dr. Hensley is a Billiken’s fan and is often seen cheering them on at Chaifetz Arena. She feels called to education and service to others, believing that, “For it is in giving that we receive.”
	Mr. Liam Hoeh High School Drama Teacher, Thespian/Drama Club Moderator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 246 Degree: B.F.A. in Music Performance Favorite Quote: "Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there's so much to smile about" - Marilyn Monroe Mr. Hoeh is beginning his thirdyear teaching for the Drama Department and in charge of the Theater Program at SVHS. He has his BFA degree in Vocal Performance from Lindenwood University. He has 8 years performance experience with St. Vincent School productions as well as four years experience at a collegiate level with Lindenwood University. He has also experienced a year-long professional acting career in New York City under directors such as Martin Scorsese and David Fincher and has shared the screens with the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio, Ben Affleck, and Kevin Bacon. He is very excited to share his knowledge with the students of SVHS and hopes to encourage confidence in students whether it be on stage, film, or life in general.
	Ms. Cathryn Hoppe High School Spanish, Spanish Club Moderator, Team Spirit Moderator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 213 Degree: M.A. in Spanish and B.S. in Education Favorite Quote: “Ancora imparo” - Michelangelo Buonarroti at age 87 (I am still learning.)” Born in Italy, growing up as an Army “brat”, and living all over Europe and U.S. as a child, instilled a great appreciation for cultural and ethnic differences, as well as languages in Miss Hoppe! A self-styled “traditional, old-maid school teacher”, she always knew she wanted to teach, and steered herself educationally to that end, starting with her local junior college (M.A.C.), where she attended on tennis scholarship, to S.E.M.O., where she earned her B.S. Ed. After four years of teaching, she spent two-years gaining her M.A. in Spanish at St. Louis University. A forty year member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Miss Hoppe is currently the president of Unit #39 and active in Auxiliary affairs and veterans’ welfare. A doting aunt and godmother, her hobbies include cooking, reading, playing cards, bingo, and electronic games.
	Mrs. Mindy House High School Business/Computers Teacher, Business Department Chair, Student of the Week Moderator, Technology Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 237 Degree: B.S. Marketing, B.S. in Administration Systems Management, Certification in Business Education Favorite Quote: Mrs. Mindy House was born and raised in Perryville, MO. She is a 2002 graduate from St. Vincent High School and attend college at Southeast Missouri State University. She married David House (2006) and they have two children who both attend St. Vincent, Carson (3rd grade) and Chloe (Kindergarten). Mrs. House is in her tenth year of teaching, all at St. Vincent. In her spare time she enjoys watching her children play soccer and baseball and watching Carson play football. She also loves spending time with family and friends outdoors.

	Mrs. Angie Hudson High School Social Studies and PE Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 218 Degree: B.S.E.D. in Secondary Education; Minor in History Favorite Quote: “The surest way to get a thing in this life is to be prepared. Remember, you are braver than you believe, you are stronger than you seem and you are smarter than you think.” - A.A. Milne Mrs. Hudson loves History, reading, movies, music and traveling, and in 2004 and 2006, she toured Europe with the Missouri Ambassadors or Music playing flute in the concert band. In addition to traveling within the States, she has been to Canada, Mexico, England, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Liechtenstein, and Germany. Along with my husband, David, we have two boys. Tristan is four and loves the outdoors, swimming, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. He is an aspiring Ninja master. Liam will be three in March and is currently working on his Pokemon catching skills, two year molers, and playing with his friends at school.
	Mr. David Hudson Jr. High P.E. Teacher, Assistant Track and Field Coach Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 210 Degree: Pursuing Double Major in Physical Education and Athletic Training Favorite Quote: "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." - Martin Luther King Jr. Mr. Hudson is a new addition to our teaching staff, taking over 8th and 9th grade PE, but has been with the school for several years now as the assistant Track and Field Coach. Concurrently, he is double majoring in Physical Education and Athletic Training through dual enrollment at SEMO and MAC. He has served in the National Guard for eight years now, five of which he has been a fitness coordinator for his unit. Mr. Hudson is devoted to teaching our kids the benefits of living a healthy lifestyle by discussing, developing, and implementing healthy life choices. He is also dedicated to the academic prosperity of each student.
	Mr. Tom Julian High School Science Teacher, Patron Drive, Senior Moderator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 207 Degree: B.S. in Biology Favorite Quote: "Push yourself, but don't shove". - Unknown Mr. Julian has taught Science at St. Vincent’s for sixteen years. Mr. Julian earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biology, emphasizing in Wildlife Biology, in 1995 from Southeast Missouri State University. He later earned his teaching certificate in Unified Science, emphasizing in Biology, in 2000 form Southeast Missouri State University. Mr. Julian is married to Tracey who works at Ste. Genevieve County Memorial Hospital. He has a daughter, Nikki, who graduated from St. Vincent’s in 2010, and a son Matt, who graduated from St. Vincent’s in 2014. In his spare time Mr. Julian likes hunting, fishing, and cycling.
	Brother Tom Juneman, C.M. High School Librarian, Book Fair Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 238 Degree: B.S. in Business Management and M.A. in Spirituality Favorite Quote: "If God is for us, who can be against us?" - Romans 8: 31 Brother Tom is beginning his sixth year working in our H.S. Library. He also helps with our Vincentian Marian Youth, the 7th & 8th grade Retreat, and with adult faith formation in our parish R.C.I.A. ministry.
	Mr. Vic Martin Jr. High Music Appreciation Teacher Phone: 573-547-4300 Degree: B. S. in Microbiology, Minor in Chemistry and Music, M.A. in Secondary School Administration, Ed. S In Education Leadership Favorite Quote: "Genius is 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration". - Thomas Edison Mr. Vic Martin is a retired public school educator with a quarter century of teaching experience. As a young man, Mr. Martin studied violin with principals of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. He has been playing violin for fifty-four years. Mr. Martin also served the nation for four years as a Sailor in the US Navy and five years as an USAF Officer and Aircraft Navigator. He and his wife make their home in Perryville and are active members of the St. Vincent Parish.
	Mr. John McLain High School Math Teacher, Assistant Cross Country Coach, Student Council Moderator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 205 Degree: B.S. in Education, M.A. in Theology Favorite Quote: "The one who has hope lives differently." - Pope Benedict XVI A Cape Girardeau native, Mr. McLain graduated from Notre Dame Regional High School. But don't worry, because his allegiance is entirely to Indian Territory. He attended Southeast Missouri State University and during his last semester was blessed with the opportunity to student teach here at St. Vincent. After graduating in May 2014, he spent a year attending graduate school in Denver before returning to St. Vincent last year to teach math full time. He doesn’t believe in sophomore slumps and is looking to make year two even better than the first one. When not writing raps about geometry or baking his world-famous cookies, Mr. McLain enjoys following the Cardinals, playing Frisbee, and watching squirrels.
	Mrs. Glenda Mueller Jr./Sr. High Art Teacher, Junior Moderator, Pep Club Moderator, Prom Moderator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 211 Degree: B.S. in Art Education (K-12) Favorite Quote: "The gallantest flowers are those that bloom in the cold". - John Updike Mrs. Mueller has taught at St. Vincent High School for twenty-six years. She works with the Perry County Sheltered Workshop as a Community Integrator. She is a graduate of Perryville High School. She lives in Perryville with her husband, Mark and has two daughters and four grandsons.
	Sr. Rosemary Oellermann Jr./Sr. High Mathematics Teacher, National Honor Society Moderator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 248 Degree: B.A. in Mathematics, M.A. in Music Education Favorite Quote: "Every person is precious, as precious as the blood of Christ." - Teresa Weber Sr. Rosemary is a Sister of the Most Precious Blood and has taught Mathematics at St. Elizabeth Academy until 2013. As a faculty member, she is accredited through St. Louis University as a 1818 teacher, has been involved as an adult leader in Kairos Retreats, served as Department Chairperson of the Mathematics Department, and has been involved in AdvancEd accreditation evaluations at varying high schools. She is techno-savvy and regularly uses the graphing calculator as a tool within the classroom for students to visually experience what has been learned in the classroom. In her free time Sr. Rosemary likes to knit, cook, and tend her orchids and other house plants.
	Mr. Keith Brown Facilities Manager Phone: 573-547-4300 Ext. 392

	Mr. Brad Proctor High School Physics and Chemistry Teacher Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 204 Degree: B.S.E. in Unified Science in Secondary Education Favorite Quote: “Willpower is the key to success. Successful people strive no matter what they feel by applying their will to overcome apathy, doubt, or fear.” - Dan Millman Mr. Proctor previously taught science and coached basketball at Marquand-Zion. In May of 2014, he obtained a B.S.E. in Unified Science in Secondary Education from Southeast Missouri State University. Mr. Proctor is married to his wonderful wife Tracy, and has two sons, Justice and Christopher. When Mr. Proctor is not delving into science, history, technology, or philosophy, he enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing, floating, swimming, or basketball. Mr. Proctor is also known to read science fiction, cook, and making odd engineering projects.
	Mr. Thomas Prost Service Hours Coordinator, Religious Service Coordinator, SV Golf Coach Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 215 Degree: B.A. in Scholastic Philosophy; B.S. in Secondary Education Favorite Quote: "God has no hands or feet or voice except ours, and through these, God works." - St. Teresa of Avila Mr. Prost is a Perryville native who attended St. Vincent’s grade school and graduated from St. Vincent High School Seminary in Cape Girardeau. Tom has a BA in Philosophy from St. Mary’s Seminary and a BS in Secondary Education with a major in English from Southeast Missouri State. Besides teaching Religion he works with musicians who play at school masses and coaches Golf. He is married to his lovely wife Tracy and has four grown children; Ryan, Jamie, Kelly, and Luke.
	Ms. Sara Richter Jr./Sr. High Math Teacher, High School Cheerleading Coach Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 209 Degree: B.S.E. in Mathematics Education Favorite Quote: “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” – Gandhi Ms. Richter is a native of Illinois and is in her second year teaching at St. Vincent High School. She attended Mater Dei Catholic High School in Breese, IL, and graduated summa cum laude from SEMO where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Education degree in Mathematics Education.
	Mrs. Pamela Riney 7th and 8th Grade Science, 7th grade Keyboarding, 8th Grade Computer Literacy, Junior High Volleyball Coach, Junior High Student Council Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 216 Degree: B.S. in Certification of Fundamental Appraoch of Science Teaching Favorite Quote: "The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing". - Albert Einstein Mrs. Riney teaches science and computers in our junior high. She coaches 6th, 7th and 8th grade volleyball and is the moderator for the Student Council. Pam has a Bachelor of Science Degree from Southeast Missouri State University. She has since received certification in the Foundational Approaches of Science Teaching. She is married to her husband Kyle, and has four wonderful kids. Her oldest daughter followed in her footsteps, and is a fourth grade teacher. “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life” I know that God blessed me , and continues to bless me every day that I get the privilege of teaching at St. Vincent Junior High
	Sr. Marilyn Schneider Choir Director Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 107 Degree: B.M. in Music Education and M.M. in Master Music Ed Favorite Quote: "Keep a song in your heart". Sr. Marilyn is a Sister of the Most Precious Blood and a St. Louis native. She has taught in several elementary schools and high schools. Before coming to Perryville she taught music at St. Elizabeth Academy for 20 years. Besides teaching the High School Choir she is the full time music minister for St. Vincent's Parish. Her greatest loves are playing the piano and organ. She has been at St. Vincent's Parish for the past seventeen years.
	Ms. Magan Tarr Jr./Sr. High School Band Director Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 201 Degree: B.A. in Music Education Favorite Quote: "Where words fail, music speaks". - Anderson Ms. Magan Tarr was salutatorian at Desoto High School in 2011. Then, she went to Southeast Missouri State University to major in Music Education and graduated in 2015. She taught K-12 Music at Valley R-6 for the 2015-2016 school year. She currently performs with the Jeffco Big Band. She has also performed for the Jefferson College musicals for years 2015 and 2016.
	Bruce Valleroy Athletic Director, High School Physical Education Teacher, Boys Basketball Coach Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 231 Degree: B.A. in Physical Education Favorite Quote: " Good things happen when you work hard". - Anonymous Mrs. Bruce Valleroy is a 1981 graduate of St. Vincent High School and a 1987 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University. He has been at St. Vincent for thirty-one years and the Athletic Director and SVHS Boys Basketball Coach for twenty-four years. Coach Valleroy is married to Robyn, who is also a SV graduate, and they have one son, Drew, who attends SV.
	Mr. Tim Weilert High School Social Studies and Religion Teacher, SVdP and Sodality Moderator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 208 Degree: B.A. in History, B.A. in Education, and M.A. History Favorite Quote: "The past cannot be changed, only understood." Mr. Tim Weilert’s is in his third year at SV, again teaching college credit Social Studies courses and Religion for 9th grade. After attending Catholic Schools from Kindergarten through St. Louis University, Mr. Weilert has dedicated himself to preparing students for college level coursework, as well as helping them to know, love, and serve Jesus Christ. Mr. Weilert's hobbies include cooking, gardening, reading and carpentry. He lives with his wife, Patricia, and his daughter, Elizabeth in Fenton, Missouri.

	Mrs. Patty Wengert Resource Teacher/Learning Consultant Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 249 Degree: B.S. in Education, M.A. in Education, Certification in Early Childhood Education and Informational Technologies Favorite Quote: "Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new." - Albert Einstein A Perryville native, Mrs. Wengert received her Bachelors and Masters in Education from Southeast Missouri State University. She also has a certification in Early Childhood Education and Informational Technologies. She recently retired from teaching in the public school system after thirty years. This is her second year at St. Vincent. Mrs. Wengert is also an adjunct professor at Mineral Area College where she teaches Educational Psychology and Child Development. Her mission at Saint Vincent Jr./Senior High School is to see that each student perceives their God given gifts, talents, and abilities so that they can make their unique contribution to the world. She is married to her husband Jim and has three grown sons Matthew, Christopher, and Brett and three grandchildren. She loves to read, swim, and garden.
	Mrs. Terry Wengert Jr. High English Teacher, Jr. High Yearbook Moderator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 217 Degree: B.S. in PE/Health (Minor: English), M.A. in Education Administration Favorite Quote: "For all sad words of tongue or pen, the saddest are these: "It might have been" - John Greenleaf Whittier A Perryville native, Mrs. Wengert, begins her twenty-fifth year of teaching at St. Vincent. She completed her Bachelor of Education with a major in Physical Education and minor in English from Southeast Missouri State University and a Masters in Administration from William Wood University. She currently teaches 7th & 8th grade Language Arts and is the Junior High Yearbook Moderator.
	Mrs. Louise Wibbenmeyer High School Guidance Counselor Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 234 Degree: Bachelor of Science in Education, Master of Education in Educational and Counseling Psychology, Master of Arts in Mathematics for Educators, Secondary Mathematics Missouri Certifications: Elementary Education (K-8), Mathematics Education (7-12), and Counseling (K-12) Favorite Quote: "For I know well the plans I have in mind for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare, not for woe! plans to give you a future full of hope.” - Jeremiah 29:11 Mrs. Wibbenmeyer earned two degrees from the University of Missouri-Columbia and her third degree from Webster University. Mrs. Wibbenmeyer is happy to be at St. Vincent, her Alma Mater, and likes helping students find their interests and solve problems. Mrs. Wibbenmeyer enjoys the outdoors, camping, hiking, gardening, cooking, sewing, reading, and most of all, spending time with her husband, Rick, and their two kids, John and Maria.
	Mrs. Nicole Wibbenmeyer Jr. High Social Studies Teacher, AdvancEd Coordinator Phone: 573-547-4300 ext. 212 Degree: B.S. Secondary Education, Emphasis in Social Studies Favorite Quote: "Always do right. This will gratify some people and astonish the rest". - Mark Twain Mrs. Wibbenmeyer is in her seventh year at St. Vincent’s as a social studies teacher. She graduated from St. Vincent’s and went on to Southeast Missouri State University where she earned a degree in Secondary Education. Mrs. Wibbenmeyer credits her teachers and the education she received at St. Vincent's with establishing a strong foundation for future success in education and life and hopes she can give back to future generations at St. Vincent's. Mrs. Wibbenmeyer is the AdvancEd coordinator for SVHS. In her free time Mrs. Wibbenmeyer enjoys reading, camping, and baking.
	Mrs. Jennifer Wheeler Jr./Sr. High Administrative Assistant Phone: 573-547-4300 ext.230 Degree: Associate of Science in Business Management Favorite Quote: "Be the reason someone smiles today". Mrs. Wheeler was born and raised in Perryville. After graduating high school she attended Mineral Area College where she obtained her Associate of Science degree in Business Management. She is married with four children and loves spending time with her family. Her hobbies include reading, running and planting flowers. This is Mrs. Wheeler’s third year at St. Vincent and she looks forward to another great year!
	Mr. Terry Wood High School English, High School Yearbook and Publications, Cross Country and Track Coach Phone: 573-547-4300 ext.210 Degree: B.A. in Secondary Education and English, M.A. in Secondary Education Favorite Quote: “Running a race assigns a point to a sport that often feels very pointless. It's an exuberant payoff to months of tedium. It's a way of crafting an end boss for a particularly cumbersome video game. It's a fun, monstrous reason to keep putting one foot in front of the other. So, do yourself a favor: go build a monster.” - Matthew Inman, The Oatmeal Mr. Wood grew up in Perryville, graduating from PHS in 2005. He attended Missouri Baptist University for a year on a running scholarship. Prayer and reflection led to his enrollment to St. Louis University the next year. He went on to graduate from SLU in 2010 with a degree in Secondary Education and English. While attending SLU, he worked as an assistant Cross Country and Track coach for Oakville High School in St. Louis. (He also sold women’s shoes, but doesn’t like to talk about it much.) Mr. Wood was hired to teach High School English at St. Vincent during the 2011-2012 school year. Currently, in his 5th year with the school, he is teaching English and Publications and serving as the head coach for Track and Cross Country. I enjoy road tripping. I traveled from east to west and back east again in the last three years, from Delaware to Washington to North Carolina, and most recently, Rhode Island. The goal is to spend the night in every state. I also like Music, reading, Netflix, and my pets. I can play most any sport, but can watch only a certain few. I have 3 siblings. Brandon is 15 and attends Woodland High School. My sisters Kim and Jenni are both working adults. I also have a Godson named Tristan whose mom works with me at St. Vincent.