Bachelors: Western Washington University Masters: City University (Bellevue, WA)

Minor: English Major: Elementary Education

What I loved most about my college was it prepared me well to be a teacher.

My favorite thing/memory about middle school was field trips!

My favorite teacher was my 5th grade teacher because Mr. Posch had us do a lot of really fun projects.

What inspired me to become a teacher was I was lucky to have many great teachers.

My best advice in life for my students is listen to the people who believe in you, ignore the haters!

If I were president, I would make every day ”Simmer Down” Day!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…My family, guitar and pets.

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to get in shape without exercising.

The theme song of my life is “Another Brick in the Wall Part 2”.

If they made a movie about my life, I would want James Gandolfini (Tony Soprano) to play my part.

What I miss most about being a kid is the lack of responsibility.

Where’s Waldo? Golfing in Coeur D’ Alene.

My favorite quote/saying/motto is ”You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” – Wayne Gretzsky

Something my student would NEVER guess about me is I had really long hair, and I made it work.

Mr. Simmerer

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: Washington State University Masters: Washington State University

Minor: Major: Education K-8

What I loved most about my college was always having something to do and someone to do it with.

My favorite thing/memory about middle school was playing dodge ball in gym class

My favorite teacher was my 6th grade teacher because I learned more than I thought possible.

What inspired me to become a teacher was coaching little league.

My best advice in life for my students is never stop learning

If I were president, I would make every day ”Satur-” Day!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…running shoes, sun glasses, and a snow cone machine

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to bend spoons with my mind

The theme song of my life is “Life is a highway”

If they made a movie about my life, I would want Owen Wilson to play my part.

What I miss most about being a kid is trick or treating

Where’s Waldo? Where isn’t Waldo?

My favorite quote/saying/motto is Never, never, never give up!

Something my student would NEVER guess about me is I love black licorice

Mr. Stoyko

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: Eastern Washington University Masters: Motherhood University

Minor: Reading Major: Child Development emphasis: Special Education

What I loved most about my college was meeting people

My favorite thing/memory about middle school was hangin’ with BFF’s, listening to the Beatles and Monkees

My favorite teacher was my 4th grade teacher because She was creative and fun

What inspired me to become a teacher was My 4th grade teacher

My best advice in life for my students is Do your best and believe in yourself.

If I were president, I would make every day ”Do what you love” Day!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…My kindle, a generator, and gas for the generator

The theme song of my life is “Here, there, and everywhere”

If they made a movie about my life, I would want me to play my part.

What I miss most about being a kid is being able to play all day

Where’s Waldo? In a tuna fish can

My favorite quote/saying/motto is Children are messages we send into a future we won’t see

Something my student would NEVER guess about me is I can read minds

Mrs. Jordan

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: Gonzaga University Masters: Whitworth University

Minor: English Major: Psychology and Education

My favorite teacher was my 6th grade teacher because She was very strict but she truly cared and had fun projects

What inspired me to become a teacher was My family: they are all teachers

My best advice in life for my students is Never stop learning, and get outside and play

If I were president, I would make every day ”Disneyland” Day!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…A sea plane, a map, and gas

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to Show kids the future so they will work harder today to improve their lives

The theme song of my life is “Rocking in the free world”.

If they made a movie about my life, I would want Sean Connery to play my part.

What I miss most about being a kid is Playing with friends in the Dishman Hills

Where’s Waldo? Stuck in the early 90’s

My favorite quote/saying/motto is ”People who think they know everything are a great annoyance to those of us who do”

Something my student would NEVER guess about me is Mr. Bishop taught me how to sing Creedence Clearwater Revival songs when I was in the 6th grade

Mr. Hickman

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: Central Washington University Masters: Grand Canyon University

Minor: Middle level Math and Science Major: Elementary Education

What I loved most about my college was that there was new exciting things to do all the time

My favorite thing/memory about middle school was playing sports with friends

My favorite teacher was my 3rd-5th grade P.E. teacher because he helped me feel confident in myself

What inspired me to become a teacher was always wanting to learn and help others

My best advice in life for my students is never give up

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…Chapstick, family pictures, and a camera

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to fly

What I miss most about being a kid is nap time

Where’s Waldo? at the beach

Something my student would NEVER guess about me is I cried when I learned fractions in the 5th grade

Mrs. Heid

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: Spokane Community College and Eastern Washington University

Masters: Eastern Washington University

Major: School Psychology

What I loved most about my college was having roommates and making new friends

My favorite teacher was my 4th-6th grade teacher because She cared about her students a lot

What inspired me to become a teacher was I wanted to work with kids, especially those who need help

My best advice in life for my students is Don’t give up

If I were president, I would make every day “Sleep in” Day!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…A bag of rice, sandals, and lip gloss

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to have all the kids have nice families

What I miss most about being a kid is not worrying about finance

Where’s Waldo? thrift stores

My favorite quote/saying/motto is Go with the flow

Something my student would NEVER guess about me is I have various job experiences including being a caddie

Mrs. Holden

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: University of Idaho Masters: Walden University

Minor: English Major: Elementary Education

What I loved most about my college was meeting so many people from so many places

My favorite thing/memory about middle school was playing kick the can

My favorite teacher was my 7th grade Math teacher because he was so passionate and I understood

What inspired me to become a teacher was the teachers I had

My best advice in life for my students is live each day with no regret

If I were president, I would make every day ”hug your child” Day!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…A picture of my daughter, cute shoes, and coffee

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to read minds

The theme song of my life is “Marry me”.

If they made a movie about my life, I would want Sandra BUllock to play my part.

What I miss most about being a kid is innocence

My favorite quote/saying/motto is It takes a village to raise a child

Something my student would NEVER guess about me is I am REALLY nice

Mrs. Marlow

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: Washington State University Masters: Whitworth University

Minor: Criminal Justice and Sociology Major: Psychology

What I loved most about my college was friends and football games

My favorite thing/memory about middle school was friends and after school sports

My favorite teacher was my 7th-9th grade teacher because I loved playing sports and he was very motivating in PE and athletics

What inspired me to become a Counselor was the thought of spending everyday with energetic kids

My best advice in life for my students is Look for the best in everyone

If I were president, I would make every day ”Ice Cream” Day!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…Satellite dish, family, and skittles

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to Super speed to travel places

The theme song of my life is “Girls just want to have fun”.

If they made a movie about my life, I would want Jennifer Garner to play my part.

What I miss most about being a kid is watching the Flinstones after school and eating ice cream

Where’s Waldo? At the beach

My favorite quote/saying/motto is ”It’s all good”

Mrs. Rogers

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: Washington University Masters: University of Washington

Minor: Reading and Library Science Major: Math

What I loved most about my college was the campus, I loved being outside there

My favorite thing/memory about middle school was my friends and teachers

My favorite teacher was my high school English teacher because He was kind and truly cared about his students

What inspired me to become a teacher was My own teachers

My best advice in life for my students is Try something new every chance you get!

If I were president, I would make every day ”Read a Book” Day!

If I were stranded on a desert island and could only take 3 things, I would take…The longest book I could find, gummy bears, and my dog Allie

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to Make time stand still

The theme song of my life is “Don’t worry, be happy”.

If they made a movie about my life, I would want Uma Thurman to play my part.

What I miss most about being a kid is free time!

Where’s Waldo? At the beach reading a great book

My favorite quote/saying/motto is ”Yesterday is dead, tomorrow hasn’t arrived yet. I have just one day, today, and I’m going to happy in it.” –Groucho Marx

Something my student would NEVER guess about me is My graduating class in high school only had 12 students

Ms. Agan

College: My Dream, My Plan

Bachelors: Spokane Falls Community College and Whitworth University

Masters: Whitworth University

Minor: PE Major: Math

What I loved most about my college was I playing basketball for 2 years at Spokane Falls Community College

My favorite teacher was my 10th-12th grade basketball coach who was also my typing and technology teacher

What inspired me to become a teacher was June, July, and August

My best advice in life for my students is listen enjoy it and don’t wish away your time

If I were president, I would make every day ”Satur-” Day!

If I could have any superpower, I would be able to read minds

The theme song of my life is “Girls Just Want to Have Fun”.

If they made a movie about my life, I would want Sandra BUllock to play my part.

What I miss most about being a kid is not having responsibilites

Where’s Waldo? Wherever you want him to be

My favorite quote/saying/motto is ”Get over it, life isn’t fair”

Ms. McCarthy

College: My Dream, My Plan