Breakaway Staff Teachers

Teachers

Joyce Thomas

Joyce Thomas

by | Apr 6, 2020

I just moved to Waconia, MN, after living in Chaska for 14 years. I’ve been married to my husband, Ward, for 20 years. We have a 19-year-old son, Owen, who attends UMD, and a 16-year-old daughter, Lilly, a junior at Chaska high school. I love hanging out with my...
Jody Alexander

Jody Alexander

by | Aug 17, 2021

I live in Maple Grove and have 3 kids. I have 2 daughters, a junior and a freshman who both attend and dance on the University of St. Thomas Dance Team. I also have a son in 8th grade, Max, at Breakaway. In my spare time I enjoy yoga, taking our dog on a walk, and...
Jack Cavanaugh

Jack Cavanaugh

by | Oct 6, 2022

I live in Minneapolis in the same house that I grew up in. My wife Rose and I have two daughters, Ellie(8) and Mabel(6). I grew up playing youth hockey for the Washburn Millers and then four years of varsity hockey at Breck School. When I am not taking care of two...
Dana Dean

Dana Dean

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Maple Grove, Minnesota, with my husband Rich and my four kids. I have three boys…Cameron, Dylan, and Brayden, and one daughter Danica. I still enjoy playing volleyball and golf. I love being outside in the summer. What do you like most about BA? I love...
Colleen Goodrich

Colleen Goodrich

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Chaska with my husband Mike and our three kids. I enjoy taking walks with my dog, going to Michigan, true crime (reading, not committing), and cheering for the Green Bay Packers. What do you like most about BA? I like the total positive atmosphere at BA. It...
Jill Gress

Jill Gress

by | Jul 19, 2022

I was born and raised in Grand Forks, ND. I also attended the University of North Dakota and I am a huge Fighting Sioux fan. We moved to the Metro area in 2016. I have a husband and two sons – Karter, who is 16 and Kole, who is 12. In my spare time I like to...
Nichole Gerszewski

Jacci Haley

by | Oct 10, 2022

I grew up in Sioux Falls, SD and moved to Grand Forks, ND following graduation where I attended the University of North Dakota and received my bachelors degree in Psychology in 2006. It is also here where I met my husband and discovered a love for the game of hockey....
Ben Hersman

Ben Hersman

by | Aug 17, 2021

I come from a huge family of teachers, including my mom, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. My immediate family includes my mom and dad, a 27-year-old brother Max, and a twin brother Tommy. We were born and raised in Minnetonka, Minnesota, and enjoyed all...
Allison Lorenzen

Allison Lorenzen

by | Sep 19, 2022

My husband Steve and I have lived in Waconia for the past 13 years. I have 2 sets of twin boys ages 14 and 10 years old. I enjoy running and watching my kids play sports. What do you like most about BA? I love the small class sizes at Breakaway. Why did you get into...
Lindsay Lundeen

Lindsay Lundeen

by | Sep 4, 2020

We live on Lake Minnewashta in Excelsior, and currently, my favorite thing to do is be on the lake with my family. I also teach cycle and yoga at Life Time and have spent my entire life enjoying being active. I love cheering on the Minnesota Vikings! Oh, my other...
Jeff Metzler

Jeff Metzler

by | Apr 6, 2020

I was born and raised in the great state of Wisconsin. I am a lifelong fan of the Packers and the Badgers. I received my BS in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin- Eau Claire in 1989. After several years skiing in the Rockies, a job opportunity...
Laura Myhre

Laura Myhre

by | Aug 12, 2021

What do you like most about BA? The first time I visited Breakaway Academy, I was delighted to feel the warm, welcoming atmosphere. Each staff member has a friendly, positive demeanor with a genuine interest in the well-being of others. The small class sizes will...
Stephanie O’Leary

Stephanie O’Leary

by | Sep 19, 2022

I live in Maple Grove with my husband, Kevin, and three boys, McCoy, Shea, and Griffin. When I am not an Uber driver, cook, cleaner, referee, and cheerleader, I love to hang out with my family and friends. I enjoy being outside and staying active, but I also love a...
Jenna Olson

Jenna Olson

by | Aug 12, 2021

I live in Eden Prairie with my husband and two kids, Nora(4) and Henrik(2). Together with our kids, we love to explore different trails and parks. Recently, I have enjoyed introducing a few of my passions to my daughter, especially golf, skiing, and ice skating....
Carrie Paul

Carrie Paul

by | Aug 12, 2021

I live in Minnetonka. I am married to Reid, and together, we have 3 children; Nora (female), 16, Baylor (male), 14, and Morgan (male), 12. My boys are in 8th grade and 6th grade at Breakaway Academy. What do you like most about BA? What I like most about BA is the...
Kim Roane

Kim Roane

by | Apr 6, 2020

In addition to teaching, I enjoy spending time with my husband of 28 years, Greg (a general contractor). We live in Shakopee and have three sons, Jacob (24), Micah (21), and David (19) – all athletes. Jake is on the golf team at Bethel University, Micah plays...
Brooke Rose

Brooke Rose

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Eden Prairie, MN, with my husband and two kittens. I grew up in Chanhassen and went to the University of Northwestern for college. My favorite thing to do is play tennis, and I have been playing since I was 10 years old! I played in high school and college...
Anna Rydeen

Anna Rydeen

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Chaska. I have six siblings, one brother and five sisters (I am the middle child). I coach girls lacrosse at Chaska High School. I love to water ski and wake surf. What do you like most about BA? The growing community. Why did you get into education? To make...
Paula Sarsland

Paula Sarsland

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Wayzata with my husband and three sons. I enjoy being outside (running or walking) and spending time with my family. What do you like most about BA? I like the combined emphasis on education and athletics. I also enjoy how BA emphasizes the whole child....
Matt Sartor

Matt Sartor

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Savage, MN, with my wife Megan and kids, Tiffany and Brayden. I enjoy family time, camping, working out, and watching hockey. What do you like most about BA? What I like most about BA are the students! Breakaway provides such a unique experience for...
Mary Schoen

Mary Schoen

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Chaska with my husband, Doug. We moved after we got married over 40 years ago. I had recently begun teaching second graders at Chaska Elementary, and we felt Chaska would be a good place to raise our family. We loved the small-town atmosphere, community...
Sarah Senden

Sarah Senden

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Chaska, where I am originally from. I have 3 younger siblings and a black lab named Marco. I enjoy kayaking, reading, working on my small business, spending time with friends and family, and shopping at small businesses. What do you like most about BA? I...
Katie Smith

Katie Smith

by | Jan 28, 2022

I live in Excelsior, MN, with my husband, Scott, and our 4 children, Jude (11), Tyler (9), Cora and Crosby (6). As a family, we spend a lot of time supporting each others interests in hockey, golf, baseball, basketball, soccer, gymnastics, music, theater, and more! My...
Mimi Smith

Mimi Smith

by | Sep 4, 2020

I live in Chaska, MN. I am engaged to my lovely fiancé Luke. My parents also live here in Chaska. I have a twin brother, Matthew & a younger sister, Mary, 3 nieces, and 2 nephews. I enjoy running and Crossfit. I also love to read and spend time with my dog,...
Pam Thomas

Pam Thomas

by | Aug 13, 2021

I live in Chaska, MN, with my husband, Bob. We have three grown children. Corinne (25) lives in Minnetonka and is a Lead Clinical Researcher. Brant is 22 and, after graduating from the University of Minnesota, recently moved to Denver, Coworking in Sales. Dylan is a...
Josh Shingler

Josh Shingler

by | Sep 21, 2022

I am originally from Wisconsin and currently live in Eden Prairie with my wife (Laura) and 6 year old dog (Stella). I enjoy working out, hiking, and watching and playing any sport. What do you like most about BA? I like the competitive nature of Breakaway. When...
Angie Smalley

Angie Smalley

by | Nov 5, 2021

I live in Chaska with my husband Matt and our three kids. Lily (20) is a junior at the College of St. Benedict, Lucy (19) is a freshman at UMD, and Leo (16) is a junior at Chaska High School. We have a cabin in Aitkin, MN, where we spend a lot of time in the summer. I...
Riley Wood

Riley Wood

by | Nov 5, 2021

My hobbies include coaching and playing lacrosse, hockey, and soccer. I like to snowboard and enjoy the outdoors. I also find enjoyment in drawing. Most of my activities usually involve family or close friends. What do you like most about BA? What I like most about BA...