About Our Teachers
Mr. Jacobsen
Born and raised in Brookings, SD, Mr. Jacobsen graduated Brookings High School in 2003. He attended SDSU where he received his bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design and Art Education and began working at Watertown High School in Watertown, SD for 10 years before moving into the Worthington School district in 2022. While in Watertown Mr. Jacobsen served as an Interp (“Speech”) coach for 9 years and as a director of the One Act play competitions for 3 years. Today he runs a Magic the Gathering Club in Worthington and helps with the WHS E-Sports club.
Ms. Knigge
Mrs. Menke
I worked outside the traditional educational system for a majority of my career in various roles within the retail and banking industries. Of all industries, it was banking where I discovered my passion for developing individuals. I fell in love with the practice of providing education, observation and self reflective coaching in the development of people. My daily interactions with staff allowed me to share knowledge and provide constructive feedback aiding in multifaceted growth both inside and outside the office doors.
I left the banking industry after relocating to Worthington, MN in 2019. My search for employment landed me at the Worthington Public School District, where I worked as the Online Learning and Targeted Services Coordinator. Working in these roles gave me the opportunity to work side by side with students on a daily basis. These interactions sparked the passion within me to teach and one day impact change. My goal as a teacher is to inspire students to develop confidence in their own ideas and abilities by working beside them as they grow and develop new understandings. By leading a classroom that is constructive, productive and interactive I will show my students that I am engaged in their success.