Katie Haun
Primary Guide
Katie Haun
Primary Guide
Katie has completed a master’s degree in Montessori Education from UW – River Falls and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Rehabilitation Psychology from UW – Madison. She holds an AMS Montessori certificate in early childhood. Her love and interest in the Montessori Method began through experiencing the beauty of Christ and the Church through Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS). She is certified in all three levels of CGS, serving children from ages 3-12. She is also a certified adult formation leader and guides the coordination and implementation of CGS throughout the Diocese of Madison. Katie lives in rural Verona with her husband, Nick, and nine children and are parishioners at St. Christopher. Together, she and her family enjoy gardening, crafts, sports, and getaways to the Great Lakes.
Jess Derks
PRIMARY GUIDE
Jess Derks
PRIMARY GUIDE
Jessica graduated from the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota with her Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology. She has experience working with children of all ages but most recently she worked as a third-grade teacher in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. She looks forward to serving DMA and being part of this beautiful Catholic community. Divine Mercy Academy welcomed Jess to the team this year, fall 2022. Welcome, Jess Derks!
Becca Rouleau
PRIMARY ASSISTANT
Becca Rouleau
PRIMARY ASSISTANT
Becca is a wife and mother to four littles, all at Divine Mercy Academy. She was born and raised in New Hampshire and has lived in Wisconsin since 2014. She is a graduate of the University of South Dakota in Health Sciences and most recently worked with Pediatrics in Radiology at UW Health. Becca has a passion for a child's experience in education that is Christ-centered. She has seen Montessori education foster independence, spark the joy of learning and truly honor the dignity of every child.
