Ms. Kruger brings a unique blend of life experience, creativity, and technical expertise to her role as STEM Instructor at St. Joseph’s Catholic School. She holds a bachelor’s degree in extended studies from the University of Wisconsin–Superior, with concentrations in Business, Communicating Arts, and Psychology. She is currently continuing her education at Grand Canyon University, where she is pursuing a master’s degree in Cybersecurity.

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Growing up on a hobby farm in Warba, Minnesota, Miss Kruger developed a strong sense of curiosity and work ethic at an early age. Her childhood was filled with hands-on learning, exploring the outdoors, working with tools, and creating through sewing, painting, and building. These experiences continue to shape her approach to teaching today.

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Before joining St. Joseph’s, Miss Kruger built a diverse professional background, with roles ranging from computer programmer and instructor to accounting and IT support, as well as caregiving. She currently also provides IT support alongside her work in the classroom.

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Ms. Kruger is passionate about helping students discover the excitement of learning through STEM. She encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and a willingness to try new things, with the goal of instilling a lifelong love of learning.

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Outside of school, she enjoys painting, woodworking, sewing, and tackling hands-on projects. She is also a member of the Civil Air Patrol, where she recently earned the rank of Second Lieutenant and volunteered as a mentor for a Cyber Patriot competition team.

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Ms. Kruger values the opportunity to inspire students to think creatively, work confidently, and explore the world around them.