I was born and raised in Evansville WI. I graduated from Evansville HS in 1973 and started working at the DMV in Madison. I went to UW-Whitewater where I graduated in 1977 with a dual major in Elem Ed 1-8 & Driver Education. I taught 3 & 4th grade and driver education in Hustisford WI for 2 years, went back to UWW where I graduated with a Masters Degree in Occupational Safety in 1981. I started teaching Driver Education in the Fall of 1980 at MHS. At the high school I wore many hats proudly. I was the Advisor of the ski club where I took hundreds of skiers and snowboards around Wisconsin, the Rockies and Canada for 12 years. I started the downhill racing team and spent numerous winters freezing on the ski hill watching teens zip and zoom around the gates. The ski club also sponsored numerous families with toys and food at Christmas time. I was the Advisor of the Junior Class and planned 25 proms. One of my major accomplishments with the Prom was starting the bussing to and from Prom to keep students safe. I was the Senior class advisor and planned over 15 graduations. I started the idea of small groups with advisors to help the graduation ceremony run smoothly. Besides teaching Driver Education, I also taught a class called Developing Personal Responsibility.
Since I retired in 2012, I have been involved in the community by being on the board for Waukesha County Child Fatality Review Team as well as the Vice President of the Waukesha County Highway Traffic Safety Commission. My passion has always been to educate and keep people safe.
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I married Robert Roe in 1977. We have two daughters. Jessica (Alex) Sciborski & Melissa (Josh) Kagerbauer. Both of our daughters graduated from MHS. Jessica currently teaches at Parkview. We have 3 beautiful grandsons. McKinley & Maxwell Kagerbauer, & Jameson Sciborski.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
I currently own my own driving school, Roe’s Premier Driving Academy LLC. I have three other teachers that love teaching as much as I do. Steve Rick, John Kamps & Peter Krecak. My current job is being “MeMaw” to three wonderful grandsons…. best job ever!
Q: What are a couple of your favorite restaurants in our community?
My favorite restaurants are the Boneyard, Antigua Real & LuLabelle’s Dockside
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I have worked in Mukwonago since 1980 and lived here since 1983.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
I think the most interesting person that I met in Mukwonago was John McAdams. He was also in the cereal isle and always had a smile on his face and something nice to say to you to brighten your day.
Q: If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would it be and why?
Australia. My mother was a war bride. My father was a Navy submariner stationed in the South Pacific where he met her, married her and brought her to the US when the war ended. I have been there twice, but I want to go back and see my relatives.
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
I love any show that teaches me something, or makes me feel good.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
Be smart, live safe do things for others to make yourself happy.
Q: What is something on your bucket list?
See an end to Cancer.
Q: What is your go to band when you can’t decide what to listen to?
Prince…. his music always makes me happy. So much talent.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
Pick n Save
Q: If you could choose anyone that is alive today and not a relative; with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would y’all meet for this lunch?
I would like to have tea with Queen Elisabeth, my mother adored her and I would love to have tea with her anywhere.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
A large school system that feels small and caring.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
In 5 to 10 years I hope to be still making a difference in someone’s life.
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
I use to show Pigs and Steers at the State Fair.
Q: What is the most beautiful place you have ever been?
Great Barrier Reef
Q: Favorite month? favorite holiday? and best single day on the calendar?
My favorite holiday is Thanksgiving. No presents just enjoying a meal and day with family and friends.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Waking up in the morning.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
God (and my Mother)
Q: What is one or two of your favorite smells?
Flowers
Q: Finally, what 3 words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
Safe, Comfortable, Relaxing
