HighSchool
Janelle Dziengel
I have been working at Eden Valley-Watkins since 2000 and have enjoyed every minute. Originally from Albany, I graduated from St. Cloud State University with a degree in Special Education. I have also received my Masters Degree in Special Education as well as my Administrative Degree from St. Cloud State University.
I believe education is important for every child. Special education is the education of students with needs that extend beyond the classroom. I strive to provide these students with the tools and services they need to succeed academically and in society.
In addition to teaching I am advisor of Prom and the Eagles Nest. In my free time I enjoy scrapbooking, camping and watching my children play sports.
320-453-2900 x1111
Rebecca Kuechle
Hello!
My name is Becky Kuechle, and I am an EVW alumna who graduated from St. Cloud State University with a bachelor's and masters degree in Special Education. I have taught at EVW High School since 2000. I have licensures in developmental cognitive disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and specific learning disabilities.
I believe every student deserves a quality education, gaining the necessary skills to be successful in their future. As a special education teacher and advocate, I encourage all students to understand and celebrate the diversity that makes every individual special. In my classroom, student’s unique needs are met with a focus on life skills to help prepare them for the transition to adult life.
I believe high school is an opportunity for students to have as many experiences as possible and strongly encourage participation in extracurricular activities.
(320) 453-2900 x 1105
Deidra Hiltner
Hello! My name is Deidra Hiltner, and I’m a proud Eden Valley-Watkins graduate from the Class of 2000. I currently live in Paynesville with my husband and our four wonderful children: Josie, Callie, Tess, and Thomas Jr.
I earned my degree in Environmental Studies and Biology from St. Cloud State University. Later, I pursued my Graduate Teaching License in Elementary Education and 5–8 Science at The College of St. Scholastica, where I also completed a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and a second Master’s Degree in Special Education.
Over the past 16 years, I’ve been fortunate to teach across elementary through high school classrooms. While science has always been a passion of mine, I’ve developed a deep interest in reading instruction. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing a child gain confidence and make meaningful progress when given the right tools to succeed.
Outside of the classroom, I enjoy gardening and cooking. As a family, we love spending time outdoors—camping, fishing, trap shooting, and playing cards. Our kids are involved in a wide range of activities, including volleyball, basketball, wrestling, t-ball, trap, soccer, figure skating, and track, so they keep us happily on the go
(320) 453-2900 x 1102
Lisa Ludwig
320-453-2900 x1115