School Staff Type: Early Childhood Program

Mrs. McLaughlin grew up in Random Lake and graduated from Cedar Grove Belgium High School.

She enjoys being outdoors with her family, camping, traveling near and far, drinking coffee, and reading.

She is happily married for nearly five years and have two beautiful children (Penelope & Maverick).

Mrs. McLaughlin earned her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education at UW-Milwaukee.

She started her career by teaching Kindergarten for a couple years and then transitioned to teach K4 for four years.

“I’m thrilled to be teaching Kindergarten once again, the grade I’m most passionate about. I love seeing children filled with excitement and curiosity each day.”

Kaitra is proud to have been educated at Port Catholic, where her mother taught for almost 20 years.

She loves spending time with her family, especially going on adventures with her nephew and niece. Some of the things she enjoys include spoiling her dogs, baking, jigsawpuzzles and reading.

Catholic Schools have been an important part of Kaitra’s life for as long as she can remember.

Kaitra has a degree in History from UWMilwaukee and received her teaching certification from Cardinal Stritch University.

She began her career teaching 4th grade at Port Catholic. Her journey has since led her to St. Rafael to teach K4 and St. Robert to teach Kindergarten.

“My passion is creating a welcoming and safe classroom family where each child is celebrated and encouraged with caring guidance and support.”

Ms. Lisa Schmidt has been teaching for 34 years at Port Catholic, now St. John XXIII Catholic School.

When she is not teaching, she loves to read, walk on the beach, and travel.

Ms. Lisa currently lives in Port Washington.

She received her Child Care Administrator License through the Department of Health & Family Services.

Her favorite part of her job is being with the children.

“I hope my students find a job that they love as much as I have loved working here.”