Faculty & Staff

Principal

Julia Mishler is the proud principal of St. Joseph Catholic School, with over 18 years of experience in education. Her journey spans teaching, coaching and administration, working with students aged 3 to 18. Mrs. Mishler's focus is on empowering students to build confidence and embrace life's challenges. She brings a wealth of knowledge from diverse leadership experiences to her role at SJCS. Outside of work, she enjoys Dr. Pepper, rowing and cheering on her four children: Marc, Mason, Mackenzie, and Micah, alongside her husband Jeff.

Secondary Assistant Principal

Bio coming soon.

Elementary Assistant Principal

With a distinguished eight-year tenure as an assistant principal at College Station Middle School, preceding his time as an adept athletic director and dedicated teacher/coach within College Station ISD, Mr. Haas brings a seasoned perspective to his position. His ethos, centered around safety, discipline and exemplary leadership, aligns seamlessly with our school's mission and vision. A steadfast Catholic within our community, Mr. Haas embraces this opportunity to intertwine educational excellence with the profound virtues of our faith.

School Counselor

With over three decades of experience in the field of school counseling, ranging from pre-k to 12th grade, Mrs. Casper stands as a dedicated advocate for student growth and development. In her role as a school counselor, she passionately nurtures students' academic, social and emotional well-being, empowering them to thrive. Additionally, she plays a pivotal role in guiding students toward their future through college and career planning, ensuring that they make informed decisions. Beyond her professional responsibilities, Mrs. Casper actively contributes to her community as a member of St. Mary's Catholic Center in College Station, where she volunteers her time with the Meal Team and Altar Linen Team.

Athletic Director

Director of Admission & Development

Born in Madrid, Spain, Maria Sotolongo arrived in Houston with her family when she was 10. Maria graduated from the University of Houston with a degree in Communications: Radio & Television, and received a second degree in Broadcast Meteorology from Mississippi State University. Before moving to BCS in 2020, she worked for television stations such as Telemundo, NBC, FOX and the CW, as meteorologist and reporter. With over 20 years of experience in communications, she is grateful to be at SJCS. When she's not giving school tours or planning events, Maria enjoys photography, writing and spending time outdoors with her husband, Phil and three children.

Director of Communications & Marketing

Sarah Badillo is a passionate communicator with over five years of experience in website design, social media management, graphic design, branding and video production. Since 2018, she has served as the Director of Communications & Marketing at St. Joseph Catholic School. An alumna of Sam Houston State University, Sarah graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communication and a concentration in Multi-Platform Journalism. Beyond her professional pursuits, Sarah enjoys reading, baking and spending quality time with her family.

School Librarian

Mrs. Sweeney began her teaching journey at St. Joseph Catholic School in 2019. She began by teaching 3rd and 4th-grade students, nurturing their growth and curiosity, and later transitioned to the role of school librarian by 2021. Her educational path includes a Bachelor's Degree from North Texas State University and a Master's Degree in Library Science from Sam Houston State University. Her passion lies in kindling the flame of enthusiasm for reading and lifelong learning among her students. She loves spending time with them hiking along the Appalachian Trail and taking care of her cats.

Bookkeeper/Accounting

Bio coming soon.

Bookkeeper/Accounting Assistant

Bio coming soon.

Registrar/Secondary Admin Assistant

Elementary Admin Assistant

Campus Technology Specialist

Claude White is a dedicated educator and sports enthusiast. He holds multiple degrees from Texas A&M University and has been an integral part of St. Joseph Parish since 2001. With 8 years at St. Joseph Catholic School, he manages system-wide IT support while also teaching, advising the yearbook class, and sponsoring student councils. Claude's coaching roles span Junior High Cross Country, Assistant Junior High Track, and Varsity Soccer. His legacy extends as all five of his sons are SJCS alumni.

Pre-K Teacher

Carina Tirado began her teaching career at SJCS over 9 years ago! She was born and raised in Aggieland, where she graduated from Texas A&M in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies. She is certified to teach general education Pre-K through 6th grade! She absolutely loves teaching Pre-K! It is her philosophy to teach children at a young age as it offers an opportunity to mold and shape their way of thinking, to build them up and to encourage them to dream big, because they are the future! In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys.

Pre-K Aide

Bio coming soon.

Kindergarten Teacher

Mrs. Knight has been at SJCS since 2013. She graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelors in Biomedical Science and a Masters in Social and Behavioral Health. Her passion in life is teaching and being with God's children. When she is not teaching, she is  spending time with her husband and 6 kids. Mrs. Knight is also the director of The Eagles Flight Crew, which is our after school care program. She loves teaching at SJCS because not only does she get to fill her students’ brains with knowledge, she also gets to fill their hearts with the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

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First Grade Teacher

Lexie has been working at SJCS since 2021 as a First Grade teacher. She was born and raised in Tulsa, OK, and earned her Bachelor's Degree in Education from the University of Tulsa where she played collegiate volleyball. In addition to teaching, Lexie enjoys coaching club volleyball and spending time outdoors with her husband, Eric, and daughter, Eloise. Watching student's grow in their love for learning and gain independence is her favorite thing about teaching. If you were to walk by her classroom, you will be sure to hear laughter, joyful conversations and singing. 

First Grade Teacher

Mrs. Matejek has been at SJCS since 2022. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Leadership and Development. Mrs. Matejek attended SJCS as a student and is thrilled to be back to a place she likes to call home. She has a passion for helping all children reach their potential and know that they are loved as a child of God.

Second Grade Teacher

Erika Castillo has been working at SJCS for 25 years. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas A&M University. She loves building relationships and making connections with all her students. Mrs. Castillo’s philosophy is to create a safe and caring classroom where all students can grow and discover their gifts and talents. She enjoys helping the children explore and strengthen their faith through the Sacraments of First Communion and First Reconciliation. Mrs. Castillo’s is also an alumni of St. Joseph Catholic School.

Third Grade Teacher

As an alumna of SJCS, Mrs. Fenske is proud to bring her personal Eagle journey full circle by inspiring the next generation of Eagles. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in interdisciplinary studies and a Masters of Education in reading and language arts from Sam Houston State University. She is passionate about helping students reach their full potential and becoming lifelong readers and learners. Outside of the classroom, she enjoys spending time with her family and playing with her young daughter. 

Third Grade Teacher

Mrs. Manrique is from the border town of Laredo, TX. She grew in her Catholic faith while attending Baylor University in Waco, TX and developed a passion for Catholic Education while attending St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia, PA. She joined SJCS in 2019 after completing her Masters of Science in Education. Mrs. Manrique aims to create a holistic student-centered environment that engages every facet of learning, cultivates student's virtues and fosters a sense of belonging. Outside of school, Mrs. Manrique loves reading, spending time with family and playing video games.

Fourth Grade Teacher

Ms. Mutz is the 4th grade Science and Social Studies teacher and has worked at SJCS since 2021. She is a graduate from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. Her goal for her students is to find their love for knowledge through creativity and Gods grace. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and finding the best ice coffee. She is looking forward to another year of educating students in mind, body and spirit.

Fourth Grade Teacher

Mrs. Kehlenbeck has been teaching at SJCS School since the fall of 2021. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Crop and Environmental Soil Science in 2018. Mrs. Kehlenbeck loves being able to share her faith in the classroom and help students see the dignity and value in life long learning. Outside of teaching, she enjoys spending time with her husband and son. They live on a farm with 11 chickens, 1 dairy cow, an orange cat and a lazy border collie. 

Fifth Grade Teacher

Mrs. Keller teaches fifth grade Social Studies and Language Arts. She is a graduate of Texas A&M (Class of '92). Her passion for teaching comes from having some wonderful teachers of her own. Some of them, coming from her time attending St. Joseph Catholic School herself. After having taught here for thirty years, she has spent well-over half of her life devoted to the school. She is committed to drawing the very best out of her students in mind, body and spirit by having high expectations and inspiring them to always give their very best.

Fifth Grade Teacher

Mrs. Mican is the 5th grade Math and Science teacher. She has been teaching at St. Joseph’s since 2010, and she has 17 years of teaching experience in the classroom. Mrs. Mican graduated from Texas A&M with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a minor in Business. She has a strong passion for working with young learners to help them to be successful in the classroom. Her interests and hobbies include reading books, traveling around the United States and being with family and friends.

Spanish Teacher

Margarita (aka Maggy) has been at SJCS since August 2013 as a Spanish teacher. She obtained her BBA with an emphasis in International Business from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2003. After marrying and starting a family, she was inspired to teach. Besides the language, she also enjoys teaching about her Mexican culture and customs and comparing them to other Spanish speaking countries. What she loves most is seeing a smile on a kid's face and seeing them have fun while learning. 

Art Teacher

A life-long Bryan resident and self taught artist, Mrs. Shirley is a parishioner, alumna and parent volunteer in our St. Joseph's community. Katie began her teaching career in 2022-23, following a year of volunteer work with Ms. Urban and the elementary art classes. Her efforts helped earn our school a District of Distinction title awarded by the Texas Art Educators Association. She is active in the local art culture; creating, displaying and selling works across the Brazos Valley (and beyond) since 2000.

Music Teacher

Mr. Macha is in his first year of teaching at St. Joseph Catholic School, where he serves as the music teacher. A graduate of A&M Consolidated High School and the University of Dallas, he has worked in schools for five years. He is passionate about nurturing the musical talents of SJCS students, fostering their love for music and witnessing the pure joy on their faces as they sing and make their parents proud!! 

Physical Education Teacher

Coach Elias has been the elementary P.E. coach at SJCS since 2011. She attended Sam Houston State University on a softball scholarship where she received her Bachelor's in Kinesiology. Coach Elias was born and raised in B/CS and her husband is an alumni of SJCS. She was blessed with many impactful coaches in her life, who encouraged and pushed her to be better, and she hopes to make the same impact on her students.

High School Theology

Mr. Adams is the campus minister, theology teacher and religion coordinator at the Secondary Campus and has a MA in Theology. As a campus minister, his philosophy is that students should be drawn into the truth, beauty, and goodness of our faith. As a teacher, his philosophy is that his students are teaching learners and that he is a learning teacher. As a nerd, he enjoys board games (especially chess!) and high fantasy.  One of his favorite pastimes is having deep philosophical and theological discussions late into the night, preferably with wine or bourbon.

High School Math

Miss Bain began her teaching career at SJCS in August 2021 as a high school math teacher. She grew up in Catholic schools and enjoyed her first public school experience at Texas A&M University where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy. Teaching in a Catholic school and providing a wonderful, Christ-filled environment where the students can feel loved and free to learn has long been a goal of Miss Bain’s. If a student wants to have discussions about nerdy books, crazy hypotheticals, their christian faith or why Layne’s is so much better than Cane’s, then Miss Bain is the person to talk to!

High School Science

Bio coming soon.

History/Reading Teacher

Mr. Boadu has been teaching at SJCS since 2018. He attended St Edward's University for his Bachelor's Degree and attended South Eastern University for his Masters. He is certified to teach middle school through high school courses. In his spare time, Mr. Boadu enjoys reading books about historical fiction, biographies and playing piano. When Opoku is not learning, he enjoys spending time with his family.

Jr. High History, Varsity Football

Coach Castilleja graduated from Sam Houston State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology. An alumni of SJCS, Class of 2010, he has been a teacher/coach at St. Joseph Catholic School for 6 years. He values every student’s personal strengths and weaknesses and encourages every student to be the best person they can be to help them prepare for success whatever the goals.

Jr. High Math

Mrs. Dvoracek (pronounced Door-RAH -Check) joined the SJCS family in the fall of 2014. She is a proud graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, with a specialty in Mathematics. As a proud military spouse, she has enjoyed teaching in the states of Texas, Missouri, Kansas, Washington and Mississippi. Mrs. Dvoracek encourages students to be active participants in their learning and is there to support her students in their math development.

High School English

Grace Foley is the English lead and teacher at St. Joseph Catholic School. With 10 years of experience with secondary English education, and a Masters from Texas A&M in Education, Mrs. Foley is focused on creating and supporting a challenging and engaging English curriculum for our school. Mrs. Foley brings a wealth of knowledge regarding classroom practices in reading and literacy. Outside of school, Mrs. Foley enjoys time with her family and reading. .

Band Director

William Foster is beginning his thirty first year of teaching and his fourth year as Band Director at SJCS. Mr. Fosters plays trumpet and enjoys fishing and the outdoors in his spare time. He and his wife, Brenda, reside in Caldwell, TX, where he serves on the Caldwell ISD School Board. Mr. Foster is a graduate of Southwest Texas State University. Go Bobcats!

Transportation Director

Coach Hebert has been with SJCS since the 2004. In addition to driving the bus for field trips and sporting events, he serves as the junior high basketball and volleyball coach. Since 2018, he has served as the Transportation Director. Coach Hebert graduated from Hearne High School in 1987 and attended Texas A&M and Blinn College acquiring an Associate of Arts from Blinn and graduating Texas A&M with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Philosophy in 1994.

High School English

Jr. High Religion/9th Grade Theology

Mrs. Jurica has been teaching Religion/Theology at SJCS since Fall of 2018, fulfilling a long dream after a few varied careers. Few things bring her joy more than spending time with her family, children and grandchildren, studying Theology, long hikes on primitive trails or kayaking.  Mrs. Jurica is also devoted to parish volunteer service, is a leader in the Stephen Ministry program and is a Dame in the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.

Jr. High History

Mr. Prichard has been working at St. Joseph Catholic School since August 2016 as a Junior High Social Studies Teacher. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Sam Houston State University in 2009. In addition to teaching social studies, Mr. Prichard coaches Track & Field, Basketball and Football. Mr. Prichard grew up in the B/CS area and has been a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church since 1991.

Jr. High & High School Math

Mr. Pruitt started working at SJCS in 2022 and is a High school and Junior High Math Teacher at SJCS. He graduated from Coastal Carolina University in 2021. He believes strongly in developing a desire for learning in the students, as well as fostering the students belief in themselves. In addition to teaching, he has a passion for Soccer and Cross Country. Mr. Pruitt is also a Jr. High soccer coach. Some of his hobbies include fishing, running and reading.

Art Teacher

Miss Urban is the current 6-12th grade art teacher at SJCS, having started in 2016. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from Kansas State University in 2013. Ms. Urban loves exploring new materials and projects with her students and watching them grow in their skills and knowledge of all things art! She is passionate about arts advocacy, especially amongst private schools, and is the 2023 president of Brazos Valley Art Educators Association and the Private School Chair for Texas Art Education Association. When she isn't teaching art, she is making art —oil paintings, watercolors and knitting—and even dyes her own yarn! 

Jr. High Science

Mr. U is a Junior High Science teacher. He received a Bachelor's in Cell, Molecular and Developmental Biology at the University of California Riverside and a Master of Science degree in Plant Pathology from Texas A&M University. He is a published scientist and enjoys conducting wet lab research. He is also an avid volunteer at his church. His goal is to teach students how science is a tool used to understand the physical aspects of God's Creation and to assist students wanting to pursue a career in STEM fields. Outside of teaching, Cesar enjoys reading, gardening, soccer and chess.