Come and meet our St. John LaLande Teachers and Staff. We are proud of our highly experienced and educated staff. Their passion and dedication to teaching helps form St. John LaLande students who are: Rooted in Faith. Grounded in Excellence. Prepared for Success.
Susan Martin, PrincipalMrs. Martin joined the St. John LaLande school community in July, 2021. She is the former principal of St. Gregory's in Maryville, Missouri, where she served for fifteen years. A former resident of the Kansas City area, she has returned home to her roots! Susan and her husband, Kelly, have two children and live in Blue Springs! To contact Mrs. Martin, email her at smartin@sjlparish.org
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Staff
School Counselor
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School Secretary
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School Librarian
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School Nurse
Ellen Campbell
Ellen Campbell, a native of Blue Springs, joined the SJL staff in 2018. Mrs. Campbell received her RN from Penn Valley College in 2013. She has also been a Realtor for Keller/Williams since 2002.
Mrs. Campbell and her husband, Dave, have two children. Their eldest is a student at St. Michael the Archangel and their youngest is a student at St. John LaLande. She enjoys traveling and camping.
Mrs. Campbell and her husband, Dave, have two children. Their eldest is a student at St. Michael the Archangel and their youngest is a student at St. John LaLande. She enjoys traveling and camping.
Specials Teachers
P.E.Mr. Nolen has been teaching Physical Education and Science in both public and Catholic schools for over 30 years. He has lived in Kansas City, Missouri his entire life. When Mr. Nolen is not teaching, he has fun performing around Kansas City and the Mid West as a Clown and Magician. He enjoys walking his Boxer, Lucy, and working out at the gym.
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MusicMrs. Brown holds a Master of Arts in Teaching degree in music education from the University of Central Missouri and a Bachelor of Health Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Missouri. She worked as a pediatric occupational therapist for 11 years, then spent several years at home with her children before pursuing a career in which she can share her passion for music. She has been at SJL since 2016 and feels blessed to be a part of this community.
Mrs. Brown and her husband have two grown daughters. She is a huge fan of the Kansas City Royals and also loves Mizzou sports. Other interests include reading, crossword puzzles, and outdoor activities. |
ArtMrs. Spencer has been teaching at St. John’s since 2007. She has over 30 years of teaching experience. She's taught preschool through 5th grade. Mrs. Spencer has a Bachelor’s degree in Education from University of Central Missouri. She has two daughters that are adopted from China. Her oldest majored in Graphic Design at Pitt State University. She and her husband, Don, love to travel and have an extensive group of friends around the country. She enjoys to reading, watch movies, and spending time with friends. She chooses to teach at a Catholic school because she feels like she is doing what God put her here to do; that is, to teach children not just academics, but how to make good life choices.
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PreschoolKelley KnustMrs. Knust has been a teacher and student at St. John LaLande for over 30 years. She and her family have been a part of our parish community since they moved from St. Louis in 1980. Mrs. Knust has taught a variety of grades at St. John LaLande. She currently teaches the Multi-Age Preschool Program and is on the Athletic Board at St. John’s. Mrs. Knust holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from University of Central Missouri. She believes that her gift of teaching and love of Christ continue to bless her through her opportunities at St. John’s.
Mrs. Knust and her husband live in Grain Valley with their three children. She enjoys playing volleyball and spending time with her family and friends, but her greatest passion is watching her children excel in their sports. |
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KindergartenPatti SchollmeyerMrs. Schollmeyer has been teaching at St. John’s since 2006. She has taught kindergarten for fourteen years and first grade for one year. Mrs. Schollmeyer holds a Bachelor of Science in ED Speech-Language Pathology and a Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. She's married and has two children who both are graduates of St. John Lalande School. She and her husband are both involved at St. John Lalande School and Parish. Mrs. Schollmeyer feels so blessed to be a part of such a wonderful, nurturing environment.
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Katie Kever
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Second GradeMichelle TisdaleMrs. Tisdale joined the teaching staff at SJL in 2018, but she has been a long time parishioner and many may recognize her from singing as a cantor in the choir at weekend Masses. She has taught all grade levels 1st through 6th in the diocese, but 2nd grade holds a special place in her heart. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Commercial Art Illustration from Central Missouri State University and her Master’s in Elementary Education from Rockhurst University.
She's married and has three children. She keeps busy taking care of these little ones but enjoys spending time with her family and making memories, singing in church, watching movies and coloring books. She is excited to continue her teaching journey at her home parish and instill her love of learning in her students. |
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Third GradeTricia WhiteMrs. White has been a teacher at St. John LaLande School for over 20 years. Most of her career has been spent teaching preschool. She has also taught Kindergarten, second, and is currently our third grade teacher. Mrs. White holds a degree from Emporia State University. She looks forward to coming to school each day and being greeted by her eager, little learners. “They are full of love, care, and compassion. Who else would you like to surround yourself with every day?” Mrs. White is married and has two children, both alumni of SJL. She stays busy with family activities, crafts, and spending time with her two dogs, Spike and Addie.
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Fourth GradeSarah Monrian, (and 5th Grade Social Studies)Mrs. Monrian, an alumof St. John LaLande, has been teaching at St. John LaLande since 2003. She currently teaches 4th grade. She has taught third, fourth and fifth grade homeroom and Social Studies. Mrs. Monrian earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from the University of Central Missouri.
Mrs. Monrian is married and has two g children. She is passionate about her family and sports. She believes that as a team, you may achieve anything. She has learned that St. John’s is an amazing school of Faith, Service and Education, but most of all, they are a family. |
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Fifth GradeClaudia Corbin, (and 4th Grade Math)Ms. Corbin has been teaching at St. John LaLande since 2002. She is currently teaching mathematics to the 4th and 5th grades and is the 5th grade homeroom teacher. Previously, she taught 5th grade at Our Lady of Lourdes in Raytown. She has a Bachelor of Science in Education with a concentration in Math. Ms. Corbin has a son, daughter-in-law and granddaughter. She loves animals, especially cats. In her spare time, she enjoys exercising, in particular Zumba and swimming, being with family and friends, and solving various types of word puzzles.
Ms. Corbin received the honor of being named to the “Who’s Who Among Americas Teachers” three times in her teaching career by being nominated by former top graduates in their respective classes. She was also named “Teacher of the Week” by The Examiner. She is committed to Catholic Education and hopes that each child she teaches gains confidence in herself or himself, sees that differences are OK and discovers her or his own strengths. Her favorite part of teaching is seeing the light go on in a child’s eyes when he or she finally “gets it”. |
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Middle SchoolCasie Scott, Social StudiesMrs. Scott has been teaching at St. John LaLande since 2007, after spending 15 years in the corporate world working for American Century Investments. While at American Century, she worked in Investor Relations, Shareholder Communications and Marketing. Mrs. Scott earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Southeast Missouri State University in Criminal Justice and holds a Master’s of Arts in Education from the University of Central Missouri. At St. John LaLande, Mrs. Scott teaches middle school social studies, 8th grade Religion and is the middle school coordinator. In 2010, Mrs. Scott was honored at the Missouri Scholar’s Academy by a former student as a teacher who “made a difference” in their life. Mrs. Scott and her husband have three sons as well as three dogs. In her spare time, Mrs. Scott enjoys reading, sports, and being involved in her boys’ activities.
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Emily Hodapp, Language Arts
Mrs. Hodapp joined the St. John LaLande teaching staff in the fall of 2021. She formerly taught in the diocesan Totus Tuus program and has taught English Language Arts at Cathedral in St. Joseph, Missouri. She and her husband are parents of two children. Originally, from southeast Missouri, Mrs. Hodapp loves bringing the Catholic faith to life in her classroom.
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Linette Sanjur, MathMrs. Sanjur has been teaching at St. John LaLande since 2015. She began her teaching career at Nativity of Mary and also taught at St. Mary’s High School. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Missouri Southern State University and her Master’s degree from Webster University. Mrs. Sanjur is married with 2 children. In her spare time, she enjoys photography, crafts and sewing.
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Adam Stevens, Science & TechnologyAdam Stevens joined the staff of St. John LaLande in 2015. He came to St. John’s from a teaching assignment in South Carolina. He is a graduate of Clemson University with an undergraduate degree in chemistry and a master’s degree in education. Mr. Stevens has a passion for science and technology. Mr. Stevens teaches sciences for students in grades 4-8 as well as technology for students in K-8. He is also our robotics coach. In his spare time, he enjoys sports of all kinds, especially volleyball. He and his wife, Katie, have one child.
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