Lisa Anderson
Hello, My Name is Lisa Anderson, and my mission is to instill a love for learning in my students. Teaching is an absolute passion of mine! I graduated from MSU in Mankato with a 4 degree in Elementary Education. I was a teacher at Kids X-Cel Center in New Ulm for 8 years before I took the job as the preschool teacher here at St. John’s Grandkids in November of 2016. I set individual goals for my students to get them ready for kindergarten, and love to see the progress they make. A little more about me, I am married and have 2 beautiful children. I love to sip tea while reading any book written by Nora Roberts. Most of all, I love taking walks with my family.
Jeanne Grabow
Hello! My name is Jeanne Grabow. I am originally from Washington State, I have 2 children and 8 grandchildren. I have lived around the Springfield area for the last 13 years. I love going to plays up in the Twin Cities once a year with my 2 oldest granddaughters. Most of all I love spending time with family and entertaining them. I grew up in a small town called Othello and graduated from high school there went to college for Health Care Administration. I worked for 20 years as an in-home health assistant, taking care of the elderly then ended up finding my passion in daycare. Before St. John’s I worked at Stay and Play Daycare in New Ulm as a lead Teacher for 3 years. I am excited about teaching children about their world and how and why things work the way they do. I am looking forward to helping them expand their minds from learning their ABC’s to possibly algebra (although I am not very good at). My Favorite things to do in my free include spending endless time with my family, my dog Bella, embroider on very snowy days, and baking. I am most excited about the intergenerational part of St. John’s; I LOVE that I will get to work with children as well as the elderly. I can’t wait to see them both brighten up each other’s days!
Kaylee Romsdahl
Hello, My Name is Kaylee Romsdahl
Michelle Melsha
Hello my name is Michelle Melsha. I was born and raised in Hector MN. I graduated high school in 2014 from BLHS. I then moved to Springfield, MN about 8 years ago where I met my fiancé, Nick. We have a daughter named Kylie who will be two in July, we are also expecting a baby boy in May! Before St. John’s Circle of Care, I worked at superior mobility for 3 years as a dispatcher. I also worked at Sleepy Eye Public School as a special education Para for 3 years! The most rewarding part of being a part of Grandkids is being able to help kids learn new things and watching them grow! My Favorite things to do outside of work are spending time with family & friends and spending time at the lake! I’m so excited to continue watching each child flourish here at Grandkids!individuals.
Morgan Frederickson
Hello! My name is Morgan Frederickson. I married my best friend & husband, James, this past July 2022, I have 3 children, Brooklyn 11, Sylas 7, and Keeley who we lost at 25 days old. I graduated from Avalon School of Cosmetology in 2014 and worked at a Salon for 6 years. When I met my husband and moved to Springfield, I started working at Springfield Market & I am still currently involved with our family church United Methodist of Springfield, I took this job here at Grandkids mid-August of 2022. The most rewarding part of working at St. John’s Grandkids is seeing each child’s sweet soul grow into these young beautiful people they are becoming, as we as watching their interactions change as they are learning new things and making new friendships. My favorite things to do outside of work is to spend time with my family and friends. I am most excited to meet new families and continuing to see each child grown into their own personality each day!
Emma Pingeon
Hi,I am Emma Pingeon. I am a senior at Springfield High School this year and will be graduating in May of 2023. In school, I am involved in Choir, Band, Student Council, and Yearbook Committee. Outside of school, I dance for Just For Kix and this will also be my second year as an assistant coach. Growing up, I took a huge role in my life as always making sure my sisters were cared for when my parents separated. I was in 2nd grade, learning how to go back and forth from houses, and making sure my sisters and I had what we needed. My childhood upbringing has always made me want to become a teacher. Now that I am a senior it is crazy to think that I still have the same dreams as I did in my childhood. After High School, I plan to attend a 4-year college and earn a degree in Elementary Education and Youth Ministry. I have a passion for children, learning, and Jesus. I have decided to put that all together to be able to teach younger children in school and about God. I am the middle child of 6 kids. I have 1 brother and 4 sisters. I am going to be an aunt at the end of October to my oldest sister’s son! We are so excited to have a little boy in our family. Some of my favorite things to do are going shopping, organizing, writing in my planner, journaling, spending time with my sisters, and dancing, of course! I am so excited to be apart of this community to help educate all of the children, and make sure they know that they are loved, cared for, and worthy!
Jalivia Richert
My name is Jalivia Richert and I am a junior at Springfield Public School. I was born & raised in Springfield and I am 17 years old and have four siblings. After high school, I plan to attend college for ultrasound. The most rewarding part of working at St. John’s is seeing the kids grow and learn while being in a positive and safe environment. I love taking care of kids and seeing them smile. Having the opportunity to be a part of the children’s lives and watching them grow brings me so much joy. My favorite activities outside of work are softball and volleyball. I also enjoy spending time with my friends and little sister. I am most excited to get to know all of the kids and create relationships with them. I love to see the kids progress as they get older and turn into independent individuals.
Jaeli Richert
Hello my name is Jaeli Richert.
Mallory Drake
Hello, my name is Mallory Drake. I am 19 years old and Graduated from Comfrey Public School in May of 2022. I am currently in my freshman year at South Dakota State University studying Elementary Education. I am the oldest of 3 girls in my family. I have worked at St. John’s GrandKids since February of 2022. Before Grandkids I worked in the activities department and also volunteered here at St. John’s Circle of Care. The most rewarding part of working at GrandKids is seeing the kids grow and their personalities shine through! My Favorite things to do outside of work include showing cattle which keeps us pretty busy in the summer! I also enjoy reading, spending time with my family, and going to the lake!
