Meet the Teachers

Sue Lentsch

Hi – My name is Sue Lentsch.  I have been teaching at Sauk Centre Elementary since 2010.  I absolutely love my job and feel blessed to be here.

I graduated from Crown College and then later returned to school where I obtained my degree in Elementary Education from Bemidji State University.

During my time here at SCES I have taught Title 1, computer classes and now reside in fourth grade.  My teaching goal is to pass on my love of learning to ALL of my students.

Outside of the classroom I enjoy reading and spending time with my family and friends.  My husband and I spend our summers camping and motorcycling all across the U.S.A.

Welcome to 4th grade!  I look forward to meeting you.

Sue Polipnick

My name is Sue Polipnick and I am currently a 4th grade teacher.  Fourth grade is a wonderful year of growth, progress, and academic milestones.  Although I have been teaching for over 30 years, I continue to love my job and seem to learn something new everyday.  Teaching brings so much joy into my life.  I enjoy working with students and building relationships with them.  Together we create a classroom community full of hard-working lifelong learners.  It is my privilege to be entrusted with the education of your children and I look forward to many more years of shaping our future.

Nick Sunderman

I graduated from Sauk Centre High School in 2003. I pursued higher education at St. Cloud State University for my Bachelor's degree and later earned my Master's degree from St. Catherine's University. I began my teaching career at Melrose Elementary in 2008. I enjoy building positive relationships with my students and witnessing their confidence and progress develop throughout the school year. Beyond teaching, I enjoy outdoor activities and continue to be a lifelong learner.

Emily West

I started teaching at Sauk Centre Elementary School in 2009. I graduated from Bemidji State University and received my master's through Southwest Minnesota State University.  I have taught in Title, 5/6th multi-age, 1st grade, and now 4th grade. I grew up in Sauk Centre, and it is great to come back to this community. The greatest part of teaching is seeing the children's success and growth throughout the year. My primary goal as a teacher is to inspire and motivate students to strive for success with their learning.