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Annette Watz

Religion - Grades 5-8, Study Skills - Grade 6, Makerspace

Mrs. Annette Watz holds a degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Religious Education. Her professional path is defined by a lifelong dedication to the Catholic faith, spanning diverse career roles and extensive volunteer service. At NDA, she strives to create a nurturing environment where students can deepen their understanding of Catholicism and grow in their relationship with Jesus.

Outside the classroom, Mrs. Watz enjoys visiting the arboretum, reading, and joining her husband to cheer on their daughter at barrel racing competitions.

Kris Nelson

Learning Assistant

Mrs. Nelson is the Learning Assistant for grades K-4. After graduating from St. Olaf and working in the business world, teaching and training adults, she left to raise her two boys, both of whom attended NDA (PK through 8th grade). She understands first hand that everyone learns differently and feels blessed to be able to support the students in any way possible, helping them to feel confident and successful. She joined NDA as a staff member in 2023.

Brittnee Olson

Art

Mrs. Brittnee Olson graduated from the University of Minnesota with her Masters in Art Education. Working with students is a passion of hers. Over the past ten years she worked with students in a variety of ways including nannying, teaching in early childhood education and elementary education. She values teacher and student relationships and seeks to create a safe environment for her students to learn and grow in the art classroom. Mrs. Olson's goal as an Art Teacher at NDA is to help empower students to create artwork that is meaningful to them. Mrs. Olson enjoys hiking, running, art, baking and spending time with her husband, Sam, son, Elijah, and their dog, Rosa.