BOE Packet for 9-14-15 - Dexter Community Schools

BOARD PACKET
SEPTEMBER 14, 2015
Our Vision:
Champion Learning -- Develop, Educate, and
Inspire!
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MINUTES(
BOARD(MEETING(
COPELAND(BUILDING(–(7:00pm(
August(17,(2015(
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ROLL(CALL(
Members(Present:!Bonnie!Everdeen,!Dick!Lundy,!Barbara!Read,!Michael!
Wendorf!
Members(Absent:!Ron!Darr,!Julie!Schumaker,!Daryl!Kipke!
Administrative(&(Supervisory(Staff:!Chris!Timmis,!Hope!Vestergaard!
D.E.A.:!Joe!Romeo!
D.E.S.P.A.:!None!
Transportation:!None!
Press:!Lisa!Carolin,!We!Love!Dexter!
Guests:!none!!
The!meeting!was!called!to!order!at!approximately!7:03pm!by!Michael!
Wendorf,!President.!
MEETING(MINUTES((7/27/2015)(
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A!motion!was!made!by!Bonnie!Everdeen!and!seconded!by!Dick!Lundy!to!
accept!the!meeting!minutes!of!7/27/2015.!Motion(Carried((unanimous).(
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APPROVAL(OF(AGENDA(
Board!policy!provides!that!the!Superintendent!of!Schools!shall!prepare!an!
agenda!for!all!meetings!as!directed!by!the!President!of!the!Board!of!
Education.!!
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A!motion!was!made!by!Dick!Lundy!and!seconded!by!Bonnie!Everdeen!to!
approve!the!agenda!as!presented.!Motion(Carried((unanimous).(
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SCHOOL(PRESENTATIONS(T!none!(
SUPERINTENDENT(UPDATE(
1.(((Superintendent!Chris!Timmis!noted!that!teaching!staff!hiring!
continues!to!be!busy.!Wylie!added!a!3rd!grade!section,!may!add!a!4th!grade,!
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will!need!a!special!ed.!teacher;!the!high!school!will!be!hiring!a!science!
teacher;!community!ed!has!hired!someone!to!manage!the!theater.!!
2.!!The!superintendent!also!informed!the!board!that!the!district!is!still!
seeking!host!families!for!three!Chinese!exchange!students.!!
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STUDENT(REPRESENTATIVES(UPDATE!
Board!President!Michael!Wendorf!and!the!board!welcomed!new!student!
representatives!Rylee!Kim!(junior)!and!Jimmy!Morgan!(senior)!and!!briefly!
explained!how!the!board!works.!Rylee!and!Jimmy!introduced!themselves.!!
PUBLIC(PARTICIPATION:!!no!requests!to!speak!
CONSENT(ITEMS(
The!following!consent!items!were!approved!in!bulk!with!Dick!Lundy!
making!the!motion!to!approve!with!Bonnie!Everdeen!seconding.!Motion(
Carried((unanimous).(
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1.((Personnel(T(Resignations(
The!Board!of!Education!acknowledged!the!resignation!of!teachers!Ethan!
Konett!and!Natalie!Russell!effective!for!the!2015T16!school!year.!(
2.!!Personnel(–(New(Hires(
The!Board!recommended!three!teachers!be!offered!probationary!contracts!
for!the!2015T16!school!year:!Allie!Browe!(ELA/SS!teacher!–!Mill!Creek),!
Amara!Kaparas!(Art!teacher!–!Mill!Creek),!and!Kimberly!Mendez!
(Spanish!teacher!–!Mill!Creek!and!Dexter!High!School).!
3. Personnel(–(Leaves(of(Absence(
The!Board!granted!Mill!Creek!teacher!Amy!Vimawala’s!request!for!
maternity!leave!beginning!as!early!as!September!2015!and!continuing!
through!the!end!of!the!2015T2016!school!year!be!granted.!!
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ACTION(ITEMS(
1. Lawn(Contract(with(A.M.(Services(
The Board reviewed an agreement for lawn and landscape services with
A.M. Services.
A motion was offered by Dick Lundy and seconded by Bonnie Everdeen
to approve the contract. Motion carried (unanimous).
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2. Schedule(Board(Workshop(
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Superintendent!Timmis!requested!that!the!Board!of!Education!schedule!a!
Board!workshop!on!September!14!and!cancel!the!regular!meeting!
previously!scheduled!for!that!date.!!
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A!motion!was!offered!by!Dick!Lundy!and!seconded!by!Bonnie!Everdeen!
to!approve!the!Board!Workshop!September!14,!2015!beginning!at!6:30pm!
at!the!WISD!and!cancel!the!regular!meeting!previously!scheduled!for!that!
date.!Motion(Carried((unanimous).!!
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3. Approve(Price(Increase(for(School(Lunches(
Board!members!reviewed!for!a!recommendation!from!Food!Services!
Director!Jennifer!Mattison!requesting!a!price!increase!for!school!lunches.!!
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A!motion!was!presented!by!Dick!Lundy!and!seconded!by!Bonnie!
Everdeen!that!the!Board!of!Education!approve!a!25!cent!price!increase!for!
school!lunches!throughout!the!district.!Motion(Carried((unanimous).(
DISCUSSION ITEMS - none
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION – no public comment
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BOARD COMMENTS
Barbara Read noted the high school driveway off Parker Rd. needs
maintenance; Barbara Read also shared many positive comments from
community members regarding the new crosswalk on Dan Hoey. Board
members discussed the completion of the traffic safety island on Baker Rd.
between Bates and Creekside.
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INFORMATION ITEMS - none
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CLOSED SESSION – none
A motion was made by Dick Lundy and seconded by Bonnie Everdeen to
adjourn the meeting at 7:34pm. Motion Carried (unanimous).
MINUTES/hlv
Ron Darr, Secretary
Board of Education
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 – 6:30 P.M.
WASHTENAW ISD, SEMINAR 2
1819 SOUTH WAGNER RD
ANN ARBOR MI 48103
BOARD OF EDUCATION
DEXTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
Vision: Champion Learning -- Develop, Educate, and Inspire
BOARD WORKSHOP AGENDA
A.
ROLL CALL: PLANNED ABSENCES: NONE
B.
MEETING MINUTES (8/17/15)
C.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D.
SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS: NONE
E.
SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE:
F.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES UPDATE: NONE
G.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Persons who wish to address the
COMMITTEE MEETINGS/NEXT
MEETING SCHEDULED
CALENDAR
*Sept. 28 - 7:00 p.m.
Board Meeting (Creekside)
*Tuesday Oct. 12 - 7:00 p.m.
Board Meeting (Creekside)
Board may complete a Public Comment Card to be presented to the
Board president at the beginning of the meeting. Each speaker is allotted
a maximum of 5 minutes unless otherwise notified. Each speaker will be
asked to announce his/her name and indicate if he/she represents any
organization or agency. No person may speak more than once on the
same subject during a single meeting. For further details see our policy
on Public Participation at Board Meetings.
H.
CONSENT ITEMS:
1. Contract Approval – Administrative and Individual Contract
2. Personnel – Resignations
3. Personnel – New Hires
4. Personnel – Leaves of Absence
I.
ACTION ITEMS:
1. Board Member Attendance at Michigan Council of School Attorneys Fall Conference
J.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. June Budget Report
2. Financial Results – Fiscal Year End 2014-15
3. Year-End Fund Balance 2014-2015/Fund Balance Classifications 2015-16/July Budget Report
4. Board Workshop on Strategic Planning
K.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: See Policy 0167.3
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BOARD COMMENTS
M.
INFORMATION ITEMS:
1. Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
2. Nice Job Notes
Narda
Black – Partners of the Americas
3. Ava
Slemrod
N.
• CLOSED SESSION:
1. Superintendent Quarterly Evaluation
• Board Members Only (Confidential Item)
# Board Members Only (Public Document - Limited Supply)
Mission: We will encourage and develop each student’s individual abilities, skills, and character to shape tomorrow’s world
through positive relationships, best practices, and a shared sense of purpose.
BOARD NOTES
BOARD WORKSHOP
SEPTEMBER 14, 2015
A.
ROLL CALL: PLANNED ABSENCES: NONE
B.
BUSINESS MEETING MINUTES (8/17/15)
C.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Approval of Agenda. Board policy provides that the Superintendent of Schools
shall prepare an agenda for all Board meetings as directed by the President of the
Board of Education.
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An appropriate motion might be, “I move that the agenda be approved as
presented/amended.”
D.
SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS: NONE
E.
SUPERINTENDENT UPDATE:
F.
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES UPDATE: NONE
G.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Persons who wish to address the Board may complete a Public Comment
Card to be presented to the Board president at the beginning of the meeting. Each speaker is allotted a maximum of 5
minutes unless otherwise notified. Each speaker will be asked to announce his/her name and indicate if he/she
represents any organization or agency. No person may speak more than once on the same subject during a single
meeting. For further details see our policy on Public Participation at Board Meetings.
H.
CONSENT ITEMS:
1. Contract Approval – Administrative & Individual. Your packet contains two
contracts for approval: an Interim Elementary Principal Agreement for Jesse
Stevenson and an Individual Contract Community Education Program
Coordinator Jon Keith.
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An appropriate motion might be, "I move that the Board of Education
approve the attached contracts and that the Board President and Board
Secretary or the Superintendent be authorized to sign the contracts on behalf
of the Board of Education.”
2. Personnel – Resignations. Your packet contains two letters of resignation.
The first resignation letter is from Creekside teacher David Peters and the
second is from Wylie social worker Marie Mills.
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An appropriate motion might be, “I move that the Board of Education
acknowledge the resignations of Creekside teacher David Peters effective
August 19, 2015 and Wylie social worker Marie Mills effective September 4,
2015.”
3. Personnel – New Hires. Your packet contains three letters of
recommendation for hire. The first letter is from Wylie Elementary principal
Katie See for open third and fourth grade teaching positions, the second
recommendation is from Mill Creek Middle School Principal Jami Bronson for
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an open ELA/SS teaching position, and the third is from Dexter High School
Assistant Principal Ken Koenig for an open science teaching position.
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An appropriate motion might be, “I move that Anouk Weiss (third grade
teacher – Wylie), Natalie Hanlon (fourth grade teacher – Wylie), Anne Kelley
(ELA/SS teacher – Mill Creek), and Jameson Taylor (science teacher – Dexter
High School) be offered probationary teaching contracts for the 2015-16
school year.”
4. Personnel – Leaves of Absence. Your packet contains two requests for
maternity leaves of absence.
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An appropriate motion would be, “I move that the Board of Education grant
a maternity leave of absence to Dexter High School teacher Megan LaBarre
beginning September 8, 2015 and lasting twelve weeks after her delivery, and
grant a maternity leave of absence to Creekside teacher Erin Knotts beginning
November 9, 2015 and lasting through February 23, 2016.”
I.
ACTION ITEMS: NONE
J.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
1. Board Member Attendance at MCSA Fall Conference: Trustee Barbara Read
would like to attend the MASB/Michigan Council of School Attorneys in
Traverse City this October. Attendance costs would include registration,
hotel, and expenses including meals and round-trip mileage.
2. June Budget Report: Enclosed you will find the June 2015 Budget Report,
presented for discussion purposes.
3. Financial Results – Fiscal Year End 2014-15: Enclosed you will find a memo
from Chief Financial Officer Sharon Raschke outlining the 2014-15 Year End
Financial Results with supporting documents for discussion purposes.
4. Year End Fund Balances 2014-15 and Fund Balance Classifications 2015-16:
Enclosed please find a memo from Chief Financial Officer Sharon Raschke
summarizing the Year End Fund Balance designations as recommended by
the Finance Committee on September 9. If not changes are requested, these
will be included in the June 30, 2015 financial audit. This memo also includes
the Fund Balance Classifications for 2015-16.
5. July Budget Report: The July 2015 Budget report is also enclosed for
discussion purposes.
K.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: See Policy 0167.3 for details.
L.
BOARD COMMENTS
M.
INFORMATION ITEMS:
1. Finance Committee Meeting Minutes
2. Nice Job Notes
3. Ava
NardaSlemrod
Black – Partners of the Americas
I.
CLOSED SESSION:
1. Superintendent Quarterly Evaluation
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INTERIM ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL AGREEMENT
It is hereby agreed by and between the Board of Education of Dexter Community Schools
(hereafter “Board” or “District”) and Jesse Stevenson (hereafter “Interim Elementary Principal”)
that said Board in accordance with its action found in the minutes of the meeting held on the
_______ day of _________, 2015, has been and does hereby retain Jesse Stevenson as its Interim
Elementary Principal at its Bates Elementary School for a period commencing August 24, 2015,
and concluding pursuant to the termination provisions stated herein.
1. The Interim Elementary Principal shall perform the duties of the position of Interim
Elementary Principal as established by the Board or as such duties are changed from time
to time by the Board in and for Dexter Community Schools and as prescribed by the laws
of the State of Michigan and the rules and regulations of the State Board of Education
and Board of Education of Dexter Community Schools.
2. The Interim Elementary Principal shall receive compensation for the performance of
duties under the Contract at a rate of Four-hundred Sixty Seven Dollars ($467) per day
worked up to 76 days through December 31, 2015 and a rate of Three-hundred Nineteen
Dollars ($319) per day thereafter up to 110 days. The number of work days for which the
Interim Elementary Principal will be engaged is subject to prior approval by the
Superintendent. Such amount shall be subject to deductions required by law and will be
remitted on the regular payroll of the District. The Interim Elementary Principal shall
receive no other remuneration for service from the District for services rendered under
this Agreement.
3. The Interim Elementary Principal agrees that he/she shall not be deemed to be granted
continuing tenure in the position of Interim Elementary Principal or in any other capacity
by virtue of this Agreement or any employment assignment within the District.
4. The parties further agree that their employment relationship is of an at-will nature, which
means that the relationship is terminable at any time by either party with or without
cause, upon the presentation of ten (10) working days written notice to the other party.
The parties agree that the Interim Elementary Principal has no expectation of
employment of any fixed duration and that this Agreement and all obligations hereunder
may be canceled upon presentation of the notice above specified. To the extent that nonrenewal of this Agreement is governed by the provisions of Section 1229 of the Revised
School Code, the Interim Elementary Principal waives notice of non-renewal of this
Agreement under that enactment. To the extent that such notice may not be waived or is
otherwise required to be given, Interim Elementary Principal acknowledges notice of
non-renewal of this Agreement as June 30, 2015 through his/her signature on this
document.
5. It is further agreed and stipulated that no individual administrator, Board member or other
agent or employee of the District has the authority to alter or amend this at-will
employment relationship or the terms of this Agreement other than by formal action by
the Board of Education. The Interim Elementary Principal agrees that his/her
employment is intended to be of limited duration while the District is in the process of
recruiting and selecting an individual fill the position of Interim Elementary Principal on
a permanent basis.
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6. The Interim Elementary Principal represents that he/she possesses the requisite
certification/qualifications to the position assigned and that this Agreement is terminable
if it is determined by the Department of Education, or other proper authority, the Interim
Elementary Principal does not possess the requisite certification/qualifications to perform
the responsibilities associated with his/her position. It is the intent of this provision to
enable the District to comply with applicable state laws pertaining to the
certification/qualifications pertaining to the position of Interim Elementary Principal and
to avoid any jeopardy to the operation of funding of the District or the subjecting of the
Board of Education, its members or the District to any fines, penalties or sanctions of any
nature. The presence of this stipulation shall in no way be construed or regarded as a
limitation upon the at-will employment relationship specified in this agreement.
7. This Agreement contains the entire agreement and understanding between the Board and
the Interim Principal about his employment. Prior or concurrent representations,
promises, contracts, or understandings (written or oral) not contained in this Agreement
have no effect. If any provision of this Agreement becomes or is declared by a court of
competent jurisdiction to be illegal, unenforceable, or void, this Agreement shall continue
in full force and effect without said provision(s).
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signatures this ______day of
____________, 2015.
INTERIM ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL
_____________________________
DEXTER COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
_____________________________
Superintendent
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Superintendent
Employee
BATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2704 Baker Road, Dexter, Michigan 48130
Tim Authier, Principal
(734) 424-4130 ext. 3001
(734) 424-4139 Fax
E-mail - [email protected]
Bates
BEACONS
August 18, 2015
RE: Letter of Resignation
Dr. Timmis,
It is with great heaviness that I’ve made the very difficult decision to submit to you my letter of resignation
from Dexter Community Schools. I have 9 years of service in an administrative capacity in Dexter, during
which time I have worked with very talented, wonderful administrators, teachers and other passionate and
talented staff, all of whom care deeply about student welfare and success. I have learned immense
amounts about leadership, education, and myself during my tenure. I couldn’t ask for a more rewarding and
wonderful place to be and I depart knowing that Dexter is going to continue on its pathways to success in
your hands.
It was quite exciting to work with the team that you built and to work with a leader who embodies the
intelligence, skills, and wisdom to work with individuals and help bring out their best, the courage to take on
challenges despite potential ramifications, and the compassion to understand the people with whom he
works. I have the utmost respect for your integrity and ability and I will certainly miss working with you.
I thank Dexter Community Schools for extending the trust in hiring me and for providing the wonderful
opportunities that I have had and wish nothing but future successes for everyone in Dexter.
With gratitude,
!
Tim Authier
Dexter Community Schools Mail - Letter of resignation
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?ui=2&ik=3423e4ed00&view...
Hope Vestergaard <[email protected]>
Letter of resignation
1 message
Marie Mills <[email protected]>
Wed, Sep 2, 2015 at 10:32 AM
To: Brian Higgins <[email protected]>, Dori Gross <[email protected]>, Hope Vestergaard
<[email protected]>
Dear Dexter School Board,
I am writing to inform you of my resignation as a .8 School Social Worker at Wylie Elementary School
effective 9/4/15. I have accepted a full time position with the Ann Arbor Public Schools as a social worker. I
would like to take this opportunity to thank Katie See, and the rest of the Dexter School Community for the
wonderful opportunity to work with such an amazing staff and students.
Sincerely,
Marie Mills
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9/2/15, 10:49 AM
Wylie Elementary School
3060 Kensington, Dexter, Michigan 48130
Katie See, Principal
734-424-4140
[email protected]
To:
From:
Subject:
Date:
Dexter Board of Education
Katie See
Classroom Teacher Recommendation
September 8, 2015
As a result of our most recent interview process, we would like to recommend Anouk Weiss
for the third grade teaching position at Wylie. Anouk previously taught in New York as a
second and third grade teacher. Anouk also held long-term substitute positions in Saline and
at Cornerstone Elementary. She comes highly recommended by her colleagues and principal
in New York as well as Dexter teachers and parents. We would also like to recommend
Natalie Hanlon for the fourth grade teaching position at Wylie. Natalie previously taught
fourth and fifth grades in Airport Community School. Natalie comes high recommended by
her principal and teaching colleagues in Airport.
Our interview committee was comprised of: Kate Boynton, Megan Hedricks, Sandy Sloan,
Karen Eby, Marie Mills, Lori Basar, Krista Early, and Wylie fourth grade students. We highly
recommend Anouk and Natalie and feel confident that they will make a difference in the lives
of Dexter students for years to come.
Thank you,
Katie See
Principal
Anouk Bonnewit Weiss
5261 Prairie
Dunes Court North, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 ! 917.774.0187 !
(contact
info redacted)
http://anoukweiss.weebly.com/! [email protected]
education
Hunter College, New York, NY
Masters'of'Arts,'Curriculum'and'Teaching'Reading'Program'
Magna'Cum'Laude'
2001
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Bachelor'of'Science,'Psychology'
1997
certification
State of Michigan Professional Education Certificate, Elementary (K-5)
New York State and New York City Permanent Elementary Certification (PreK-6)
experience
Dexter Community Schools, Cornerstone Elementary
Classroom Teacher, Young 5’s, Long-Term Substitute
March 2015 – June 2015
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Planned'and'implemented'whole'class'and'small'group'differentiated'literacy'and'math'
instruction
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Worked'with'children'on'fine'and'gross'motor'activities
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Attended'all'staff'meetings'and'workshops
Raymond James & Associates, Inc.
Marketing and Sales Associate
August 2014 – March 2015
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Coordinate'clients'events,'marketing'campaigns,'and'inBoffice'seminars'
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Maintain'financial'advisor'websites'while'adhering'to'strict'industry'compliance
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Assist'in'implementing'marketing'strategies'by'coordinating'the'creation'and'production'of'
marketing'and'communications'materials,'including'reviewing'specifications,'securing'and'
preparing'for'client'meetings,'and'acting'as'a'liaison'with'vendors
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Establish'new'accounts'and'review,'update,'and'maintain'existing'accounts'by'enforcing'the'
documentation'of'client'accounts'to'meet'industry'policies'and'regulations
Saline Area Schools, Ann Arbor Public Schools, Emerson School
Substitute Teacher and Paraeducator
October 2013 – June 2014
Harvest Elementary School, Saline, MI
Classroom Teacher, Kindergarten, Long-Term Substitute
April 2014 – June 2014
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Collaborated'with'Next'Generation'classroom'teacher'to'create'QR'Code'math'story'problems'
and'Kahoot'quizzes'
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Implemented'whole'class'and'small'group'differentiated'literacy'and'math'instruction,'which'
included'the'sharing'of'math'games'(from'NYC)'with'teammates''
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Taught'new'persuasive'writing'unit'of'study'
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Attended'all'before'and'after'school'meetings'and'professional'development'opportunities'
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Completed'endBofByear'assessments'and'report'cards'
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Attended'after'school'writing'meetings'at'Woodland'Meadows'(throughout'the'2013B2014'
school'year)'
Public School 6, Lillie Devereaux Blake School, New York, NY
Classroom Teacher, Grade 2
Curriculum'and'Instruction'
2001 – June 2013
2012 – June 2013
Anouk Bonnewit Weiss
(contact
info redacted)
5261 Prairie
Dunes Court North, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 ! 917.774.0187 !
http://anoukweiss.weebly.com/! [email protected]
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Created'and'implemented'fully'integrated'units'of'study'in'all'content'areas'as'well'as'social'
emotional'curriculum'to'students'with'a'variety'of'academic'needs'and'learning'styles'
Implemented'whole'class'and'small'group'balanced'literacy'instruction'based'on'the'workshop'
model'developed'by'Teachers'College'at'Columbia'University'
Conducted'formal'and'informal'assessments,'and'planned'assessment'based'differentiated'
instruction''
Assigned'individualized'weekly'spelling'words'as'well'as'differentiated'math'homework'
Fostered'and'encouraged'classroom'community'through'mutual'respect,'caring'and'
responsibility'
Worked'collaboratively'with'colleagues'to'develop'gradeBwide'curriculum'
Collaborated'with'intervention,'SETTS'and'ELL'teachers,'social'workers'and'guidance'counselors'
Mentored'and'supervised'student'teachers,'assistant'teachers,'and'volunteers'
Maintained'open'lines'of'communication'with'families'and'held'parentBteacher'conferences'
Lead'“Parents'as'Learning'Partners,”'a'monthly'opportunity'for'parents'to'participate'in'
classroom'instruction'
Lead'“Math'Mornings”'workshops'to'inform'parents'about'math'curriculum'
Math Enrichment and Intervention Specialist
2009 - 2012'
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Worked'collaboratively'with'classroom'teachers'to'design'and'evaluate'assessments'used'to'
determine'individual'and'wholeBclass'needs'
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Developed'curriculum'targeted'to'meet'the'diverse'needs'of'students'
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Developed'and'taught'math'enrichment'program'
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Provided'small'group'mathematics'instruction'for'atBrisk'students'in'grades'2B5'and'small'group'
test'prep'instruction'for'atBrisk'students'in'grades'3'and'4'
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Researched'and'implemented'lesson'plans'from'various'math'curriculums,'including'Singapore'
Math,'and'Everyday'Math'to'teach'critical'thinking'math'skills'
Math Coach
2005 - 2008
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Researched'and'provided'content'knowledge'and'resources'to'teachers'about'learning'and'
teaching'math'including'teaching'strategies,'assessment'of'mathematics'skills,'and'interpretation'
of'assessment'results'
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Conducted'demonstration'lessons'with'pre'and'post'discussion/analysis'
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Collaborated'with'teachers'to'develop'curriculum'including'test'preparation'for'the'New'York'
State'Mathematics'exams'
Classroom Teacher, Grade 3
2001 - 2005
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Provided'assessment'based'instruction'to'heterogeneous'classes'using'whole'group'miniB
lessons,'small'group'strategy'lessons,'and'individual'conferences'
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Implemented'lessons'and'participated'in'staff'development'in'cooperation'with'Lucy'Calkins'and'
Teachers'College'(TC)'Reading'and'Writing'Project'and'TERC'Investigations'Math'Curriculum'
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Conducted'formal'and'informal'assessments,'including'city'and'stateBwide'standardized'tests,'
and'endBofBunit'assessments'
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Developed'inclusionary'curricula'for'students'with'special'needs'
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Social'Studies'–'geography'and'in'depth'studies'of'Japan'and'the'continent'of'Africa'
Anouk Bonnewit Weiss
(contact
info redacted)
5261 Prairie
Dunes Court North, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 ! 917.774.0187 !
http://anoukweiss.weebly.com/! [email protected]
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committees and professional work
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Member'of'the'Principal’s'Cabinet'
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Member'of'School'Hiring'Committee'
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Member'of'Math'and'Science'Articulation'Teams'
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Student'Teacher'Supervisor'
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Workshop'Leader'–'Understanding'the'New'York'State'Math'Test'
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Workshop'Leader'–'Math'Night'for'Parents'
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Workshop'Leader'–'Moving'Up'Informational'Meeting'for'Parents''
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Upper'Grade'Teacher'Representative'to'PTA'Executive'Board'
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professional development workshops
Teacher’s College at Columbia University
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The'Project’s'Newest'Thinking'on'the'Autumn'Writing'Workshop:'Clear'Strong'Teaching'to'
Support'WellBStructured'Narrative'Writing'with'Lucy'Calkins'
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Reading'Institute'–'Advanced'Participant'
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Launching'the'2nd'B'8th'Grade'Writing'Workshop:''Turning'Classrooms'into'Rigorous'Writing'
Workshops'–'The'Art'of'Teaching'Reading'(with'Lucy'Calkins)'
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Designing'a'Rigorous'and'Joyful'Curriculum'to'Support'2nd'B'8th'Grade'Readers:''An'Introduction'
to'the'Reading'Workshop'(with'Lucy'Calkins)'
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Effective'Writing'Conferences'and'MiniBlessons'(with'Carl'Anderson)'
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A'Unit'of'Study'on'Punctuation'and'Sentence'Complexity'(with'Janet'Angelillo)'
Other
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Math'in'the'City'TwoBDay'workshops'
Investigations'Workshops'for'Transforming'Mathematics,'TERC'week'long'training
references
Lauren Fontana, Principal,'PS6'–'[email protected];'917.596.3165
Amy Santucci, Assistant'Principal,'PS6'–'[email protected];'646.418.3000
Barbara Rosenblum, Literacy'Coach,'PS6'–'[email protected];'917.749.8206
Jane Galasso, Assistant'Principal'and'Math'Coach,'PS6'–'[email protected];'917.710.4868'
Katie Berg, Colleague,'PS6'–'[email protected];'917.861.1447'
Betty Rosen-Leacher,'Principal,'Harvest'Elementary'–'[email protected];'734.693.0020
Craig McCalla, Principal,'Cornerstone'Elementary'–'[email protected];'810.533.5470
Natalie Hanlon
2261 E. Rauch
Rd. Erie, MI 48133 (734) 735-7056
(contact
info redacted)
[email protected]
Objective
Reflective and result-oriented elementary teacher seeking the opportunity to become a teacher leader.
Profile
Dedicated to creating life-long learners through innovative and authentic lessons that engage students to
inquire, explore, and construct their own meaning while differentiating instruction. Cultivates a positive
rapport and collaborates with students, colleagues and families.
Employment History
AIRPORT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS – Carleton, MI
2011-Present
4th, 5th Grade Teacher, Math Interventionist
• Teacher leader - facilitated biweekly teacher meetings to analyze NWEA and common assessment data,
progress monitor, and plan differentiated intervention or enrichment lessons
• Participated in lesson study where we anticipating student misconceptions, co-taught, reflected on the
lesson, analyzed student work samples, utilized feedback as colleagues and adjusted future instruction
• Co-chaired PLCs where we unpacked CCSS to align best practice teaching in K-6 mathematics and ELA.
Co-created curriculum maps to ensure vertical and horizontal alignment
• Modeled best practice mathematics lessons for colleagues and parents, implemented interventions and
enrichment for students
• Implemented formative and summative assessment in all content areas
• Provided opportunities for families to extend learning in authentic learning opportunities
• Utilized student-centered, workshop approach in all content areas to meet the needs of diverse learners and
promote higher level thinking through accountable talk
• Grant writer and recipient - promoting math achievement and positive school climate
SUMMER CITY ADVENTURES – Chicago, IL
2014-Present
Camp Counselor
• Collaborated with business and education professionals to create a summer enrichment camp for youth ages
5-10
• Coordinated and facilitated community service projects for local and national organizations that raised over
$10,000
MONROE PUBLIC SCHOOLS – Monroe, MI
2010-2011
4th Grade Teacher
• Served as a District Math Committee member to co-design and implement curriculum in correlation with
state and national standards and co-created publications to extend learning with families
• Implemented Best Practice Teaching through collaboration with special education teacher, administration,
and curriculum consultants
• Analyzed formal and summative assessments to drive instruction, improve teaching practices and increase
student achievement
• Girls on the Run Coach, serving as a positive role model and mentor to students at risk
MONROE COUNTY ISD – Monroe, MI
2009-2010
Substitute
Long Term Substitute at Arborwood Elementary (4th grade) (1/4 – 2/11)
• Implemented Tier 1 and Tier 2 PBIS interventions for at-risk learners
• Implemented Best Practice Teaching through collaboration with curriculum consultants and colleagues
• Active member of PLCs
Education
CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY – Ann Arbor, MI
Masters Degree-Organizational Leadership & Administration, (Graduation Date: November, 1st 2013)
GPA: 3.97/4.0
EASTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY – Ypsilanti, MI
Bachelors Degree-Education, (Graduation Date: December 20th, 2009)
GPA: 3.86/4.0
MONROE COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE – Monroe, MI
2005-2006
Leadership Roles
District Coordinator for Girls on the Run
MTSS MCISD Member
Mathematics Chair
School Leader for Young Authors
“Healthy School” Committee Member
Training
Changing the Equation Using Intel Mathematics
NCTM 2013 Annual Conference
MACUL 2012 Annual Conference
Marilyn Friend, Co-Teaching
Microsoft Office, Ipad, SMART Board
Awards and Professional Memberships
Summa Cum Laude, Concordia University
Magna Cum Laude, Eastern Michigan University
Dean’s List
Golden Key International Honor Society
Pi Theta Kappa International Society
MEA (Michigan Education Association)
Lego Robotics Coach
“Green School” Chair
Quiz Bowl Coordinator
5th grade camp contact
Science Chair
Mill Creek Middle School
7305 Dexter Ann Arbor Rd
Dexter, Michigan 48130
734-424-4150
734-424-4159 fax
To:
From:
Subject:
Date:
Jami Bronson
Principal
[email protected]
Brett Pedersen
Assistant Principal
[email protected]
Dexter Board of Education
Jami Bronson
ELA/SS Recommendation
September 4, 2015
As a result of our most recent interview process we would like to recommend Anne
Kelley for our Mill Creek ELA/SS position (1.0 FTE). Anne previously taught in Fairfax
County Public Schools for four years and comes highly praised! We are pleased to
recommend her for our position.
Interview committee: Valorie Berryman, Jami Bronson, Melanie Dever, Amy Grant Chris
Hoelscher, Brett Pedersen, Brooke Spencer, and several Community Service &
Leadership students.
ANNE KELLEY
41426 Simcoe Dr., Canton, Michigan 48188
H: 8104073819
(contact info redacted)
[email protected]
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dynamic and talented 6th grade teacher with strong classroom management skills demonstrated through 4+
years classroom experience.
SKILLS
Managing classroom for diverse populations
Strong collaborator
Experience with special-needs students
Positive learning environment
Inquiry-based learning
Varied lesson plans
Student-centered learning
Group learning mechanics
Outstanding social skills
Positive reinforcement
Effective time management
Responsive Classroom
Morning Meeting
Kagen Structures
PLC/CLT experience
Data Analysis
Daily Intervention
DRA Assessment
Reading/Writing Workshop
Math Workshop
Standardized Testing
WORK HISTORY
6th Grade Teacher, 08/2008 to 06/2012
Fairfax County Public Schools – Falls Church, VA
Prepared and delivered lessons to a diverse population of students in the subjects of: Math, Language
Arts, Social Studies, Science and Health.
Worked collaboratively with grade level teammates to analyze data and ensure student success.
Promoted physical, mental and social development by implementing classroom games and outdoor
recreational activities.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Met regularly with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress.
Encouraged interactive learning by incorporating educational software and the Internet.
Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance with district, county, state and federal
guidelines.
Worked with other teachers and administrators to evaluate and revise elementary school programs.
Pursued professional development continually by attending educational conferences and teacher training
workshops.
Fostered team collaboration between students through group projects.
Cooperated with parents to support students' learning and healthy development in school and at home.
Created a classroom environment in which children could learn respect for themselves and others.
Substitute Teacher, 01/2008 to 06/2008
Fairfax County Public Schools – Falls Church, VA
Followed lesson plans
Developed classroom management strategies
EDUCATION
Master of Arts: Special Education, In Progress
Western Governors University - Salt Lake City, UT
Continuing education in Special Education
Bachelor of Science: Elementary Education, 2007
Ferris State University - Big Rapids, MI
Emphasis in Social Studies and Language Arts
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
AFFILIATIONS
PKS Kids Board Member-Board Member of 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, dedicated to the
education, awareness, and support of family members of children born with Pallister Killian Syndrome.
University of Michigan Health System Volunteer Patient-Family Advisor-Patient and Family Centered
Care Program Advisor, who brings the patient and family perspective and voice to education venues, and
among administrators, staff and students.
CERTIFICATIONS
State of Michigan-K-8, Endorsements in Language Arts (BX) and Social Studies (RX)
Commonwealth of Virginia-K-8, Endorsements in Language Arts and Social Studies
Megan LaBarre
2411 Meadowridge Ct.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
August 17, 2015
Dear Dexter Board of Education and Dr. Timmis,
I am writing this letter to request a maternity leave of absence. My anticipated due date
is October 9th, 2015. Due to medical need determined by my physician, I am
requesting my leave beginning September 8, 2015. I would like to take 12 weeks after
the birth.
Should there by any unforeseen complications, I will promptly notify my building
principal and director of special education of any changes to my plans.
If you have any questions regarding my leave please feel free to contact me at
extension 7408 or (937) 205-3603.
Thank you for your consideration,
Sincerely,
Megan LaBarre
cc: William Moran, Principal, Dexter High School
Barb Santo, Special Education Director
Joe Romeo, DEA President
Jameson E. Taylor
212 Rocky
Springs
Drive
(contact
info
redacted)
Salem, SC 29676
Phone: (864) 944-7966
Email: [email protected]
Objective:
I would like to be considered for the current science teaching opportunity at your high school or
middle school.
About Myself:
I decided to change careers in 2010 to spend my life in a more fulfilling way. I decided on
teaching after considering several other civil service careers. My desire to work with children,
enthusiasm for science and technology, creativity, charisma, and interest in being part of an
educational community make me a strong science teacher. I'm a male role model that my
students look up to and I enjoy helping students' discover and develop a deep understanding of
natural phenomena.
Certification:
PA Instructional I: General Science 7-12, Physics 7-12, and Earth and Space Science 7-12.
Education:
2010-2012
2008-2009
2002-2006
Employment:
2014 - 2015
02/14 - 06/14
08/13 - 10/13
04/13 – 06/13
01/10-04/13
University of Pittsburgh: Masters of Arts of Teaching: Secondary Science Education
Florida Atlantic University: Bachelor of Science: Management
Michigan State University: Courses taken in Mechanical Engineering Curriculum:
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Material Science, Earth Science, Statics, Computer-aided
Design, and Calculus.
School District of Palm Beach County, FL: Teacher Middle Science 6-8
Boyd H. Anderson High School, Lauderdale Lakes, FL: Earth & Space Science Teacher
Dorseyville Middle School, Pittsburgh, PA: 8th grade science teacher leave replacement
Tyro Middle School, Lexington, NC: 7th grade science teacher
Presenter at the Carnegie Science Center’s Buhl Planetarium and Observatory (See
Related Experience below)
Teaching Experience:
7th & 8th grade science teacher. School District of Palm Beach County: Emerald Cove & Omni
Middle Schools
o Created lesson plans and provided instruction based on school and district curricula,
CPALMS, and common core standards.
o Designed and implemented differentiated instruction lesson plans and classroom activities
to better meet our students’ academic needs.
o Designed and implemented discovery learning activities that were engaging and challenging
for all students.
o Designed and implemented formative assessments to frequently evaluate our students’ comprehension and prior knowledge.
o Adapted instruction according to formative assessment data to improve student learning
and summative test performance.
o Used instructional technology (i.e. PHET simulations, Brainpop as hook and exit slip, etc.) to
enhance students’ learning experiences. o Incorporated adaptations for students with special needs in our inclusive science classroom.
o
Attended regular faculty meetings, department meetings, IEP meetings, and morning parent
teacher conferences.
o Gained experience planning and instructing for two grade levels each day
9th grade Earth-Space Science teacher. Boyd H. Anderson High School in Lauderdale Lakes, FL.
o Gained experience working with high risk students with urban low socio-economic
backgrounds.
o Gained experience managing classes nearing 40 students
o Continuous development of ELL teaching techniques as large student population speaks
Haitian Creole as primary language.
8th grade science teacher leave replacement at Dorseyville Middle School in Pittsburgh, PA.
o Gained additional experience developing and carrying out differentiated instruction and
assessment due to Dorseyville's wide spectrum of student readiness levels.
7th grade science teacher. Tyro Middle School in Lexington, NC
o Gained experience working with culturally diverse student population with rural low socioeconomic backgrounds.
Taught sustainable energy professional development workshop for Fisher Science Education in
Loretto, PA on September 28th, 2012.
Teaching Intern at Fox Chapel Area School District’s Dorseyville Middle School. o Co-taught with a mentor teacher for the 2011-2012 school year.
Related Experience:
Presenter at the Carnegie Science Center’s Buhl Planetarium and Observatory: o Planetarium duties: Presenter at daily planetarium shows: Children’s astronomy, full dome movies, conventional planetarium show “Stars Over Pittsburgh”, laser and music shows. o Observatory duties: Presenter at weekly Skywatch sessions: the moon, planets, stars,
constellations, mythology, basic astronomy, and telescopes. Operation of observatory
telescopes
Other Activities (Interest in Coaching):
Intramural basketball and football coach, Dorseyville Middle School
Assistant track and field coach, Dorseyville Middle School
References:
Michael Crum, Assistant Principal; Omni Middle School. (561) 989-2800.
[email protected]
Vivian Coll-Sabo, Science Teacher and Mentor Teacher; Omni Middle School. (561) 989-2800.
[email protected]
Alison Trautmann, Asst. Principal; Boyd H. Anderson High School. (754) 322-0200.
[email protected]
Debbie Hill, Principal; Tyro Middle School. (336) 853-7795. [email protected]
Dan Malerbo, Educational Coordinator; Henry Buhl, Jr. Planetarium and Observatory, Carnegie
Science Center. (412) 237-1692. [email protected]
Zachary Price, Mentor Teacher; Dorseyville Middle School. (412) 767-5343.
[email protected].
Nice Job Notes
June-July-August 2015
DHS Custodial Staff
Laura Armbruster (4)
Angela Anderson (2)
Allie Atwell
Tim Authier (2)
Tracy Baker
Lori Basar
Julie Bassett
Mike Bavineau
Gina Benson
Bill Bernard
Cory Bergen
Val Berryman
Leah Biggs
Kate Boyton (4)
Jill Breitag
Jami Bronson
Candice Brown
Ann Brill
Matt Brown (8)
Eleanor Budd (2)
Business Office
Sean Burton
Kirsten Butler (18)
Madison Campbell
Brandon Case
Ingrid Charlson
Sarah Chunn (5)
Janine Comella
Karen Connell
Jill Covington
Chantel Cunningham
Jeff Dagg (5)
Julie Darling (4)
Colleen Davis (2)
Kyle Devoogd
Kristie Doyle
D’Ann Dunn
Denise Dutcher
Krista Early (3)
Debra Eber
Karen Eby (3)
Erica Ehinger
Jessica Elkin
Jason Elmy
Mary Elordi
Val Eninsche
Evie Erickson (3)
Nicole Gao
Kimberly Gillow (4)
Lisa Glover (3)
Patrick Glynn (2)
Amy Grant
Lynne Gronvall
Dori Gross
Louise Gruppen
JoEllin Gutterman (4)
Megan Hendricks (3)
Dan Henry
Melinda Hieber
Jeremy Hilobuk
Alice Hinterman (2)
Leslie Hite
Chris Hoelscher
Sarah Holman-Lipsitz
Gerry Holmes
Sharon Holmes
Juli Huddleston (2)
Jill Jastren
Susan Karsch (3)
Mollie Kemp
Walt Keppler (2)
Cheryl Kessler
Maureen Kline (2)
Amanda Klinkman (2)
Cathy Koefoed-Smith (2)
Ken Koenig
Kirsten Korff (3)
Dave Kozakiewicz
Mary Leach
Dave Ledwidge (2)
Jess Leonard
Fred Ligrow
Nicole Little
Becky Mann (2)
Cheryl Martin (2)
Craig McCalla (3)
Sue McCarthy
Michael McHugh
Robin Mentzer
Gunnar Mercer
Kim Melinsky & NHS
Jen Miceli
Jane Montero
Ken Moore
Kit Moran (2)
Lisa Mulder
Rick Munir (3)
Marianne Mutschler
Julie Nichols (2)
Meredith Nickerson (6)
Kelli Nowaczck
Kristen Novak
Jeff Oesch
Kelly Parachek
Kyle Parm
Brett Pedersen
Joseph Phiper
Karen Porter
Ann Pregont
Robin Radcliff
Craig Rafail
Carrie Ragnes (2)
Sharon Raschke
Tammy Reich
Anna Romano (3)
Linda Roob
Karen Rozema
Sarah Russell
Barb Santo (5)
Rich Schlanderer (2)
Kaitlin Schmoekel (3)
Karen Scott (4)
JUNE-AUGUST
RUNNING TOTAL =
=
278
32,121
Katie See (2)
Macy Selecman
Seventh Grade Staff
Kristi Shaffer
Kathy Shannon
Mollie Sharrar (4)
Cindy Shingledecker (3)
Vicki Sipple
Ava Slemrod
Sandy Sloan (1)
Deneen Smith
Vicki Smith
Julie Snider
Brooke Spencer
Ryan Spencer
Ron Stafford
Gina Star
Jennifer Steele
Allison Stilber
Carmen Stinebaugh
Lauren Straub
Lisa Suomala
Leah Tatara (2)
Margaret Thiele
Chris Timmis
Lauren Thompson (2)
Karen Touchstone
Jennifer Vanhouten (2)
Hope Vestergaard (2)
Dara Wandyg
Karen Walls
Kristin Walters
Jane Webby
Joanne West
Josh Whitaker
Cheryl Whitfield (2)
Angie Williams
Carrie Williams
Colleen Winder
Julie Wineman (2)
Rob Zofchak