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Mr. Schmidt joined the PACS staff in the fall of 2024 and currently serves middle school students and is the grade 6 Advisory Teacher. Mr. Schmidt graduated from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Teaching.  After working as a Special Education Paraprofessional in several districts in Wisconsin, he began teaching in Richfield, MN before accepting his current position.  When school is not in session, Mr. Schmidt works as a Personal Care Assistant in St. Croix County, WI.  Mr. Schmidt strives to inspire curiosity in his students, and to equitably advocate for community members of all backgrounds.

Ms. Johnson serves as certified nursing assistant in the Twin Cities.  Ms. Johnson has several years of expereince in the United States and internationally in the health care industry.  She also has one student currently attending at Progeny Academy.  Ms. Johnson joined the PACS school community in 2024 has a passion to serve her community and is excited to be serving and sharing her experiences with the community.

  Ms. Nelson has served as a classroom teacher and administrator for 20 years in Minnesota schools.  Ms. Nelson began her career serving students as a social studies teacher and then transitioned to administration in charter schools in Minneapolis and St. Paul.  Ms. Nelson earned her bachelor’s degree in social studies education from St. Olaf College and holds a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and Specialist Degree in Educational Administration  from Concordia University, St. Paul.  She is licensed in social studies education (grades 5-12) and hold’s a K-12 principal’s license. from Concordia University.  Ms. Nelson has served as a cadre member for Innovative Quality Schools, an independent educational consultant, school Board Member and  professor/supervisor in the department of education at Minnesota State University Mankato.