Mary Our Queen Catholic School Leadership & Staff
Over half of our teaching staff hold advanced degrees or speciality licenses. We are also blessed with long staff tenures – the staff average is 12 years teaching at MOQ.
Keep reading to learn more about the people serving at our school.
Mary Our Queen Catholic School Leadership
Fr. Marc Lim
Pastor
Fr. Marc Lim is a native of Singapore. An engineer by profession, Fr. Marc came to the United States after receiving an invitation to discern and study for the priesthood for the Archdiocese of Omaha. He undertook his philosophical studies at Conception Seminary in Conception, Missouri, and continued his theological studies at the Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus, Ohio. Fr Marc was ordained a priest on June 2nd, 2007, by Archbishop Elden Curtiss in Omaha, Nebraska. Fr Marc has served as Associate Pastor in St Robert Bellarmine Parish, Mary Our Queen Parish, and St Wenceslaus Parish in Omaha and as Pastor of St Joseph in Pierce and St Paul in Plainview, Nebraska. Fr Marc was assigned Pastor of Mary Our Queen Parish in Omaha on July 1st, 2019. Fr. Marc has previously served in the Singapore Armed Forces and his hobbies include keeping saltwater reef aquariums, golf, and photography.
Fr Marc comes from a family of four, consisting of his parents and older brother. His mother Pamela is a retired teacher. She was involved in elementary education in Singapore for 41 years till her retirement in 2002. His father Jock, travels between Singapore, Tianjin, China, and Myanmar where he manufactures Plastic Injection and Blow molding machines and water purification systems. His brother Brian resides with his wife and two children in Singapore.
Maureen Hoy
Principal
Maureen Hoy has served as principal of Mary Our Queen School since 2015. Prior to the role of principal, Mrs. Hoy was a classroom teacher at Mary Our Queen, teaching second and third grade from 2011.
In addition to her experience at Mary Our Queen School, Mrs. Hoy was a classroom teacher for Omaha Public Schools. She taught sixth and fourth grade as well as Special Education. Mrs. Hoy also worked as a Project Specialist for the Omaha Public Schools for seven years. She oversaw the Early Awareness Advanced Education Program for which she wrote and received grant funding.
Mrs. Hoy has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, a Master’s Degree in Learning Disabilities and an Endorsement in Administration. All degrees were earned at Creighton University in Omaha NE.
Mrs. Hoy was born and raised in Omaha, NE. She and her husband, Tom, have three children.
Tara Petersen
Assistant Principal/STEM Coordinator
Tara Petersen has served as Assistant Principal at Mary Our Queen School since 2011. Mrs. Petersen also began teaching Math & Science. She leads our STEAM initiatives at MOQ and is the lead instructor for MOQ Robotics.
Prior to MOQ, Mrs. Petersen began teaching at St. Cecilia’s in 1995 in 4th grade. In 2000, moved to JR high science teacher at St. Cecilia’s.
Mrs. Petersen holds a degree of a Bachelor of Art History with secondary education support from Creighton University. She also has a Masters of Educational Administration from the University of Nebraska.
Mrs. Petersen’s recognition includes:
- 2016 AFCEA STEM teacher
- 2016 Heartland Regional Teacher of the Year
- 2012 AFCEA award
- 2011 Dora Gommerman Outstanding Teacher
- 2010 Volunteer of the Year at Championship of the Americas (Robotics Tournament)
- 2006 NCEA Distinguished Teacher Award
- 2003 Metropolitan Science and Engineering Fair Teacher of the Year
Mrs. Petersen and her husband Brandon have a daughter who attends MOQ. She is active in volunteering for community events like state track and Olympic Swim Trials. She is also very active in the Omaha community for Robotics tournaments and has led our MOQ robotic teams to National championships.
Mary Our Queen Catholic School Staff
Mrs. Julie Watsabaugh
Secretary
Year you joined MOQ: 2016
What do I love most about MOQ? Love the energy!
Favorite Saint: St. Joseph
Mrs. Cindy Tooher
Communications
Education background:
BSBA in Marketing, Creighton University
MBA Creighton University
Mrs. Ashley Rosenthal
Extended Care
Education background:
I am currently in school working towards a degree in Behavioral Health Science then I would love to get my masters in teaching
Year you joined MOQ school:
2018
What you love best about being at MOQ:
When the kids are excited to show me their accomplishments! When they come in with an A+ paper or their favorite art project or even a new toy that they got for their birthday, my heart is overflowing with happiness and joy for them.
Mr. Darryl Voboril
Maintenance
Mary Our Queen Catholic School Early Childhood Education Staff
Mrs. Kristen Burton
Preschool
Education background:
Masters of Arts in Teaching
Year you joined MOQ school:
2020
What you love about teaching:
The look of pride in a child’s eyes as they show you their hard work. I love helping a child build their self confidence.
What you love best about MOQ:
The sense of community
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
Mistakes are just proof that you are trying.
Miss Claire Oborny
Preschool
Education Background:
First year, Associate Degree-Early Childhood Education, Bachelors Degree- Elementary Education, Early Childhood, Special Education
Joined MOQ Faculty:
2020
What I love about teaching:
I love seeing students get excited about school. I love teaching students skills that they will need in the future. I also love teaching students songs in my classroom!
What you love best about MOQ:
I love that families are involved with their students. It is so nice to have that home/ school connections for students.
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
Every child deserves a champion—an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be. – Rita Pierson
Mrs. Anita Petersen
Preschool
Education background:
Masters
Year you joined MOQ school:
2022
Teaching Experience
20 years
What you love about teaching:
My students
What you love best about MOQ:
It feels like home.
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
God’s unconditional love for me.
Any special fact you want to share about yourself:
I am blessed to be a mom to 4 kids and one adorable grandson.
Mrs. Alice Gerraughty
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Education background:
B.S. Elem Ed
Year you joined MOQ school:
2021
Teaching Experience
Previously taught for 30 years.
What you love about teaching:
I love seeing kids so happy when they are skipping down the hallway!
What you love best about MOQ:
Fun and prayerful community
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
St. Teresa~ Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love
Any special fact you want to share about yourself:
Graduate of MOQ! Proud Alumni!
Mrs. Cheryl King
Preschool Teacher Assistant
Education background:
Degree and graduate hours in Elem Ed/Early Childhood Masters
Year you joined MOQ school:
2023
Teaching Experience:
Many…many years in elementary and early childhood both as teacher and as director
What you love about teaching:
Seeing the little light bulbs go on in a child when they ‘got it!’ Also I have always loved the positive energy of children and staff….it always has overflowed onto me and I have been so grateful for God’s goodness.
What you love best about MOQ:
I am new here but so far I have loved all the kindness I have observed.
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
God is good all the time….All the time God is good.
Any special fact you want to share about yourself:
24 grands and 1 great grand❤️
Mary Our Queen Catholic School Kindergarten Staff
Mrs. Angie Olson
Kindergarten Teacher
Education Background:
U.N.O.- B.S. in Education
Joined MOQ Faculty:
2015
What I love about teaching:
I love working with the little ones. I love when you see the light bulb go on and they “get it”.
Teaching Experience:
Kindergarten & 4th Grade
What you love best about MOQ:
I love that I can teach about the faith and have the support I need to do it.
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
St. Therese the Little Flower- We can all do small things with great love.
Mrs. Rachel Poland
Kindergarten Teacher
Education Background:
Graduated from UNO 2012 with a degree in Elementary Education with endorsements in Early Childhood Education and Special Education.
Joined MOQ Faculty:
2012 and 2022
What I love about teaching:
Working with kids and watching their curiosity for the world around them.
What you love best about MOQ:
The Community
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
Whatever you do, whatever your skills, and whatever your age — you can live your life for the glory of God.
Any Special Fact you want to share about yourself:
I have a current 2nd grader and 1st grader attending MOQ.
Mrs. Christa Schieffer
Kindergarten Teacher
Education Background:
I graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2012, with a bachelors degree in Early Childhood Inclusive.
Joined MOQ Faculty:
2023
What I love about teaching:
What I love the most about teaching is the bond you get to have with your students and the growth they make throughout the year. That “light bulb” moment is what I strive for. Seeing that go off in their eyes and gaining that confidence they need to know “I CAN do this”.
Teaching Experience:
I first started teaching preschool in York, Nebraska and then after my first year, I got married and we moved to Texas. While there, I taught preschool in Frisco for 6 years. After starting our family, we decided to head back to Nebraska to be closer to family. I taught preschool in Stanton for a year and then 3 years in Columbus. I am anxious and excited to beginning this new year in Kindergarten started.
What you love best about MOQ:
I really love the open and loving relationships in the MOQ church/school family. Just walking in, you get a glimpse of the closeness the school has with each other. Attending mass as really given us comfort and excitement to be a part of such a wonderful church community.
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” Philippians 4:13
Any Special Fact you want to share about yourself:
I come from a very large family. I am the youngest of 8 and there are 26 grandchildren. I love to exercise by running or lifting weights, love the color green, and hanging out with my 2 children and husband.
Mrs. Tammie Nussrallah
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Education background:
B.S. in Human Nutrition from UNL
Year you joined MOQ school:
2014
What you love about teaching:
The kids. It’s so much fun to watch them learn and grow through the kindergarten year!
Teaching Experience:
T.A. for kindergarten
What you love best about MOQ:
The community. It feels like another family here.
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
St. John Vianney
Any Special Fact you want to share about yourself:
I just saw my first glacier on a girls trip to Alaska with my daughters.
Mrs. Tracy Gibbs
Kindergarten Teacher Assistant
Education background:
Associate Degree: Computer Programming/Accounting
Year you joined MOQ school:
2018
What you love about teaching:
I love interacting with students. I love seeing their eyes light up as they understand new concepts!
Teaching Experience:
Preschool 3’s and 4’s, Pre-k
What you love best about MOQ:
What I love the most about MOQ is working with amazing teachers, staff and students!
Favorite Saint and/or motto:
Today is a great day to learn something new.
Any Special Fact you want to share about yourself:
I love to cook and bake!
