As part of the effort to establish a sustainable, cutting-edge educational product, Our Lady of the Lake has a unique school governance model that allows an elected School Board to have a more prominent role in working with the Pastor to govern the school. These bylaws have been approved by the Archdiocese and are available for anyone to review.
Video of the State of the School can be found here.
Meeting Minutes
2025
2024
Board Members
Amy Roelofs, Chair
Fundraising Seat (2024-2026)
My connection to the OLL community spans decades, beginning when my family joined the parish in the late ‘70s. My husband David and I met in high school and married years later in 2001. We were blessed with a son in 2013 and chose OLL for his education – starting with Pre-K and today he is in 6th grade. Choosing OLL was a deliberate decision; we deeply value an educational environment where our Catholic faith is woven into the fabric of daily life and openly celebrated.
Professionally, I bring over 35 years of business experience, recently retiring as a Vice President in Human Resources at Ameriprise Financial after 20 years of service. Now focused on family, I am an active volunteer at OLL. I have been involved with the OLL Starlight Gala since 2017, and am a co-chair for the 2025 event.
My long history with the parish, my professional background and my commitment as a current school parent drive my desire to contribute my time and skills to the continued success and faith-filled mission of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School.
Kirk Geadelmann
Finance Seat (2026-2028)
Our family have been members of the parish for approximately 25 years. Our three sons Jack, Luke & Ben each attended Our Lady of the Lake School from preschool to 8th grade. My wife Kelly and I have been active in the parish and the school during this time. We believe in the mission of the church and the school. They have each been a blessing to our family in so many ways, and have both helped us grow in our Catholic faith. I served on the School Board previously for three years from approximately 2012 to 2014. I learned a lot during this time. And met a lot of wonderful people who have become friends. Over the last 35 years I’ve served various for profit and non profit organizations as a finance professional including accounting, strategic planning, budgeting, audit compliance and corporate governance. I am happy to serve Our Lady Church & School again.
Ginger Skaja
Education Seat (2022-2028)
My husband Randy and I have two boys who attend elementary and middle school at OLL. Both love their experience at OLL! Professionally, I’ve been in the education field for 25 years. I have my master’s in education and MN teaching licenses. My educational background, belief in, and support of Catholic education, fuels my passion for the continued expectation of excellence in our students’ education, thoughtful innovation, and support of OLL teachers and staff. I currently serve on two committees within the school board and look forward to continuing working with them.
Gretchen Chilson, Secretary
Education Seat (2017-2027)
My husband Bob and I have been members of the OLL community for 19 years. Our sons Jacob and Robbie attended OLL school for six years, and our youngest, Miles, is currently in 2nd grade at OLL. I am a teacher in the Westonka School district, teaching band to grades 5-12. For the past several years, I have served on the Education Committee of the OLL School Board. It has been my pleasure to use my experience as a parent, teacher, and volunteer to support the parish and school in this role.
Thomas Herr
Technology Seat (2024-2026)
I am a proud father of a second grader at OLL, and Preschool student! I have a passion for technology and pair that with a business/finance background. I believe technology is a fantastic tool, but must be balanced with traditional learning and thoughtful peer to person communications. My goal is to ensure that our children and parents have access to the best tools available, while being mindful that we balance great technology with the budgets available to us. I also enjoy negotiating, so that in any situation OLL achieves the best value.
Raiya Larson
Marketing Seat (2025-2027)
My name is Raiya Larson, I am parent of a current 6th grade student at OLL. I have lived in the community for most of my life and have raised four children in the district. I have experience in both education and nursing, most recently working as an RN in the Westonka and Eastern Carver County school districts. This experience has deepened my understanding of the unique challenges that both parents and educators face in supporting children’s development and learning. As a follower of Christ, a proud parent, and a passionate believer in faith-based education it would be both an honor and a blessing to serve as a school board member. I am committed to upholding the values that shape our children’s character and future and it would be a privilege to contribute in this way to our awesome OLL school community.
Greg Simon
Marketing Seat (2026-2028)
Lisa and I moved to the area in 2015. Our daughter is in kindergarten at OLL and we attend St Boniface Catholic church where I lector. I’m currently Director of Sales and Marketing for a manufacturing company. Prior to that, I was a radio DJ , Creative Services Director and also spent one year helping launch a country music festival. Serving on the OLL school board would be an honor. Helping to strengthen OLL’s Catholic education, financial stability, revenue growth and optimizing enrollment numbers would be a privilege.
Claudia Thode
At Large (2024-2026)
My family has been part of Our Lady of the Lake community since we moved to Minnesota in 2016. I am a proud mother of three boys who span the gamut from University level education all the way down to the elementary level at OLL. Before becoming a stay home mother, I worked in my own country of Italy in sales and accounting. I love reading, playing the violin, deepening my faith, and volunteering at the school and parish. I am honored to join the board to continue to support a good Catholic environment that fosters intellectual and spiritual growth of the children.
Meggie Humphrey
At Large (2024-2026)
My husband and I have been parishioners at OLL for almost 6 years. We have four children, three at OLL currently and a little baby at home. We are thankful to the Lord for his gift of community here at OLL. I simply care to see the school continue to grow in holiness by means of robust Catholic education, adventure, joy and raising children ready to meet the world and their vocations as the hands and feet of Christ!