Meet Our Staff

Kirsten keeps Southbridge running. As Director of Operations she handles day-to-day operations, enrollment, admissions, compliance, reporting, and the building itself, so teachers can focus on teaching and families always know who to call. She is usually the first person new families meet, and she loves that part. You will also find her in the gym, leading students in movement and games. Kirsten co-founded Southbridge out of a simple conviction: the families in her community deserved a school like this close to home.

Cathy leads the heart of the school: the classroom. As Director of Education and lead teacher of our Lower Elementary room, she brings 17 years of public school teaching plus years as a Montessori lead teacher, and students adore her. Cathy loves Montessori, loves nature, and loves getting kids outside. She is happiest creating new programming that makes children light up. When the school our families loved closed its campus, Cathy chose to keep teaching, and Southbridge was born.

Hello! My name is Hannah LaFollette. I am married to my high school sweetheart, Adam, and we have four beautiful girls, Avaline and Lucy, who are already blessed to attend Southbridge; Briella, who will join next year; and our littlest, Colette. We recently moved to Jordan and are enjoying a slower pace of life and a bit more space.

A little about me: I studied teaching and graduated in 2017 with a degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. After earning my degree, I chose to stay home and focus on raising my girls. Now, I feel incredibly blessed to step back into teaching at Southbridge. I have truly enjoyed immersing myself in Montessori methods and philosophy, and I'm excited to return to the classroom and meet each one of you.

It is a privilege to be part of your children's education, not only academically, but also in nurturing their love for others and, most importantly, for the Lord. As a mom, I often remind myself that while I want my children to love learning as much as I do, the ultimate goal is Heaven, not Harvard. It is such a joy to be part of a school that values shepherding a child's heart just as much as educating their mind.

A few fun things about me: I love music. There is always something playing in our home, and it will likely be a regular part of our classroom as well. I also enjoy cooking and baking, and you will often find me with an iced latte or a Diet Coke in hand.

I can't wait to meet you all!

Hi! My name is Jodi Schulz and I am honored to serve as the Assistant Teacher in the lower elementary room and as the Music Teacher for Southbridge Christian Montessori School.

Before coming to Southbridge I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree from St Olaf College and my MBA from Bethel University. I worked for many years in youth programming for a large national nonprofit before taking some time off to start my family! I most recently have been the lead teacher at Cornerstone Family Enrichment and Bridgewood Church Co-op in the 5-6 year old classroom.

I live in Prior Lake with my husband, Brian and our children, Berit (16) and Anders (11).

God blessed me with a love of music and I can't wait to share that with all the students! I hope they come home singing and dancing with joy from our days spent together.