Missy Collins
I’m Missy Collins, this will be my 4th year at St. Theresa’s. I love the small family-like community here and am excited about teaching second grade. I live in Adel with my husband Lee and our three kids. My oldest, Trey, is in 8th grade, Sierra is in 7th grade, and Cooper is in 1st. When I’m not in the classroom I enjoy baking, reading and doing activities outdoors. I’m looking forward to another school year full of challenges and celebrations!
Lana Duff
I teach at St. Theresa Catholic School because this is where I feel called to be. There is something special in the atmosphere of STCS. It starts with our leadership and is reflected throughout the entire school community. Living our faith is the foundation of STCS. I am grateful to be able to incorporate our Catholic faith into every aspect of our school day.
I grew up near the small northeast Iowa town of Protivin and attended Catholic grade school there. From the time I was a child I have wanted to be a second grade teacher. I received my undergrad and graduate degrees in education/special education from ISU. This is my twenty-ninth year of teaching second grade at St. Theresa Catholic School–best grade ever!! I love sharing the works of Tomie dePaola with my students.
My husband Kevin and I have been members of St. Theresa Parish for 40 years. We have 5 children, all graduates of St. Theresa Catholic and Dowling Catholic. We have 7 grandchildren, 5 of whom are either current or past students of STCS. In addition to spending much time with my grandchildren, I also love to read, walk, have morning pool and prayer time at the Y, watch football, and eat! Go Bears! Go Cyclones!
