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Executive Director, Equity and Professional Learning
I love to travel. This summer we traveled to Spain!
EXCITED

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K-12 Instructional Coach
I love the theatre and it informs my teaching more than you know! Teaching for me is like being on the stage!
MOTIVATED 👏

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K-12 Instructional Coach
I have identified 205 North American birds and started a digital birding club for students at Glacier View JH last year.
GRATEFUL

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K-12 Instructional Coach
This summer I started learning pickleball and lawn bowling!
PUMPED🤩

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K-12 Instructional Coach for Technology
This summer I traveled over 14,000 miles!
EAGER

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K-12 Instructional Coach for Social Studies.
I love to be outside! Traveling, exploring, working on my property or playing with my horses!
SUPPORTIVE

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K-12 Instructional Coach
I love painting Bob Ross landscapes!  "It's your world!" 😊
EXCITED

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3rd Grade Teacher at Carson Elementary
Fun Fact: I can pogo stick! I also love to spend my free time going to Disneyland & I have a mini-goldendoodle who hikes with me!
PUMPED !!!

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K-12 Instructional Coach
I love to be outside!  I am a lifelong learner and can't wait to collaborate.
ENTHUSIASTIC 🎉

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Kindergarten Teacher at Carson Elementary
Live music is my favorite and am always eager to go to a concert! I also love to travel and go to Sounders games!
EXCITED

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ELA & COE Teacher at Rogers High School
I once met Taylor Swift at her house in Nashville for a secret session in 2014.
DETERMINED

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K-12 Instructional Coach
As a family we love spending time at  Disneyland, Disney World, and Universal Studios. It is our favorite getaway!
PUMPED!!!

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K-12 Instructional Coach, Content Focused in Elementary Mathematics
Love traveling and being with my family. We did a road trip to NY and back this summer.
Excited

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K-12 ELA Instructional Coach
Fun fact: my good friend was Meghan Markle’s makeup artist for her Royal Wedding.
My family and I love the outdoors!
CHARGED

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I love to travel! Fun fact: I swam with sharks in South Africa!
EXCITED

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Ballou Junior High, Math
I played water polo and swam in one of the first Olympic size pools in Hungary
EXCITED

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I enjoy snowboarding, hiking, backpacking, fishing, and any outdoor activity.  My wife and I are also obsessed with our 1-year-old golden retriever, Marty.
EXCITED!!

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K-12 Mentor & Instructional Coach (Science)
Fun fact: I was born in the Azores!
HONORED

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Working on my back porch has become my new favorite work space

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Instructional Coach for Pre AP and AP
My wife and I just returned from moving our daughter into her apartment at the University of Utah (13 hour drive in one day, ughhh)

Eager :-)

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Working on my back porch has become my new favorite work space

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Sunrise Preschool Teacher
I was able to travel to Florida and visit my brother this Spring! I enjoy the outdoors and travel.

Focused!

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My husband, daughter & our 2 golden pups just moved to the area from Spokane. I lived in Maui for 2 years after college (Go Cougs).
EAGER

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6th Grade Teacher at Firgrove Elementary
I am a third year teacher who loves coffee, cruising, and hockey! I'm from Seattle, but just moved back from South Carolina. I have a dog named Darwyn, and have an obsession with Hippos!
THRILLED!

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K-12 Instructional Coach, Instructional Technology.  I love camping with my family in our travel trailer and outdoor cooking! GRATEFUL

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I will be teaching English at Kalles Junior High. My family and I just completed a two week road trip around Texas this summer!
Excited!

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I love to sing, dance and listen to great music!! Fun Fact: Myself and a few family members tried out for Family Feud before!

RECEPTIVE

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3rd grade teacher at Dessie Evans
I have 2 cats, and a baby coming in December! I love to play the flute, and to play disc golf. Excited to try an older grade!

EXPECTANT

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Hi everyone! I'm Moira Foley and I'll be teaching 5th/6th at Brouillet Elementary for the Quest Program. I love sports and have worked for Starbucks for 16 years. :-)
Amped!

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Emerald Ridge science teacher (I'm the one on the left).

I got really into cooking and baking over the pandemic - really excited for Husky football to start back up in a few weeks!  Ready to start lucky year 13 :)

Ready!

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Hi! I'm Vashti. I am a first year Biology teacher at Emerald Ridge.  I am a life long learner who enjoys spending time with my family, listening to music, and reading.  I'm from Tucson, AZ and love the desert landscape.

EXCITED!

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Hello, I am Ann Schumacher, K-12 instructional specialist with a focus on elementary science. This summer was full of family time. We also added another stadium (#16) to our major league list while in Kansas City.

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Speech-Language Pathologist CF for Carson Elementary
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Fun fact: I just moved from Michigan to Washington this August!! My dad and I road tripped cross country in 4 days!
EXCITED

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Biology Teacher - Rogers High School
I can ride a unicycle!
DELIGHTED

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ELL Teacher @ Ferrucci Junior High School.
Fun Fact:  I am always up for an adventure.  Skydiving, paragliding, river rafting, relay races, zip-lining, and traveling are things that I enjoy doing with my family.
Word for Monday: I feel optimistic about being a new employee for the Puyallup School District.  Teaching is my way of activism, and I am eager to watch my students positively impact the world.

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Math Teacher - Kalles
I have a wife, 3 kids, no pets, and 2 brothers. Fun Fact: won over $30k in Vegas this Summer!
Super Excited to meet new people!

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K-12 Instructional Coach/Social Studies

Love adventures with my family and this summer included Yellowstone! Feeling REFRESHED

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8th grade Health teacher at Aylen Junior High.
I love reading, coffee, and anything outdoors! I especially enjoy checking out farmers markets!

I am so EXCITED to start my new teaching adventure!

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I've lived in five states in the past ten years! I just moved to Washington with my fiance and two dogs this summer.​
EXCITED

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TOSA on the Mobile Innovation Lab

In the month of July I hiked in 6 different states and put almost 4000 miles on my car.

CURIOUS

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I just moved here from Southern California! I am currently typing this on the floor of our new apartment that has 0 furniture! Lots of exciting things have happened this summer-- I got married and traveled to Hawaii and Florida. New job, new city, and a new last name (Dove)... so many changes but I am excited for this next adventure.

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On Time Graduation Specialist at Aylen Junior High

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I love being outdoors, especially when it involves running up mountains. I coach high school cross country, junior high track and organize an adult running club in Tacoma.
STOKED!

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We welcomed our first baby (Henry) at the end of last school year. He came a little early but is growing fast and doing great!

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Science Teacher at Puyallup Digital Learning/Open Doors
Fun Fact: I have been a lion trainer, worked with primates, birds of prey, and many different reptiles (including crocs and venomous).

Grateful!

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Social Studies Teacher at Puyallup High School
This is my very first year teaching!
I just moved to Washington after living in the Midwest! I'm also an identical twin!
EXHILARATED!

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Geometry Teacer at Emerald Ridge High School. This is my first year teaching! I'm a big Husky football fan (a bit nervous about going up against Harbaugh again) and I also love me some Harry Potter, and I thought I'd include that since I saw that other teachers shared the same interests. I've been apartment hunting for the past month.

Eager!

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My family's move (husband, daughter, myself) to Washington from Arizona was based on a passing comment of, "I could live there," after a visit to Washington. Comment was made in September, my husband had a job in WA by the following January.  Six years later and we're still here. :)

I am also a huge Harry Potter fan.

EXCITED!!

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I have not mastered the art of taking selfies, so the best I can do is post a picture of my friend and I (jean jacket) doing something I love to do- dine out to new places :) I usually like to “earn” it first by doing something physical, like hiking or jogging.  Fun fact: I once finished a marathon on a fractured leg!

EAGER

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Fun Fact: I have been a foster parent for 18 years and have cared for 75 children during that time.

Thrilled!

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Social Studies Teacher- Glacier View
Fun Fact: My family and I have season tickets for the Washington Huskies football games. Looking forward to being able to go to games again.

EXCITED

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SPED Resource Teacher - Carson Elementary
Me: I am a single mom to an amazing girl named Annie. She starts kindergarten this fall at Woodland and she's SO excited. I'm coming to the Puyallup district after 5 years of teaching resource at the middle school level in the Franklin Pierce district. Elementary will be a new adventure but I'm grateful that I will have a similar schedule to my daughter. Annie and I went to California this summer and she got to visit Disneyland and Universal Studios for the first time. We also did a lot of swimming, boating, and relaxing at my parent's condo on American Lake.
Fun Fact: My twin brother and I graduated from Rogers HS in 2001 - 20 years ago! I'm not sure how that is possible...
How I'm Feeling: Excited, blessed, and a little nervous. :) Yay for new adventures!

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I'm the Intermediate Kite Teacher at Sunrise Elementary.

I'm ambidextrous. I primarily write with my left hand but I can write with both hands. I also play all sports "right handed" or "right footed" which made a huge difference in my abilities when we discovered this. My tennis game increased ten fold!

Ready!

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This picture was my first day subbing for Puyallup!

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Hi everyone!!!! My new position is at Aylen Junior High teaching Microsoft!
Fun fact about me is that I’ve been a dancer since 3, dances professionally since 11, and taught dance since 15. A lot of my passion for teaching came from dance and I am beyond excited to start this new journey with PSD!!!

EAGER 💙

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I have taught HS English for 20 years, most recently specializing in the highly capable learner. Fun fact-I got married on a Thursday afternoon during the peak of the pandemic in a Buddhist temple in Reno, NV.
Ready.

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This will be my first year teaching… I’m super excited and absolutely terrified at the same time!  This is a second or third career for me, as I worked for Maersk as an Operations Manager and then owned & operated Puyallup River Brewing Company for the past +/- 10 years.  I love kids, officiating basketball, & assisting my wife coaching girls basketball @ ERHS. Fun fact: I am a Pac-Man master and was inducted into the International Video Game Hall of Fame in 2010. 🤣

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I’m Erica Wayerski and I’ll be teaching first grade at Pope this year!  I love being on the water and all things adventurous.  This is a big adventure for me, leaving after 33 years teaching in the Bellingham School District. I’m also a HUGE WSU fan!! Being closer to my family makes the move worthwhile.
EXCITING!!

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Boats and boating--Equipment and supplies

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Kindergarten Teacher at Firgrove!

I am coming back to my kindergarten roots after staying home for a while with my littles. My family moved from Seattle last June. I love traveling, live music, and Diet Coke.

EXCITED to get back into the classroom!

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4th grade Teacher at Zeiger. This is my first year teaching. I love to travel. This summer I went on a trip to Alaska to visit my oldest daughter. I have three kids that are all grown and three dogs.
EXCITED.

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I will be teaching 4th grade at Firgrove. I have spent my summer traveling around Washington with my family seeking sun and playing in the water. My word for Monday is READY. I am ready to be back in a classroom with kids!

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Kindergarten Academy at Pope Elementary
Fun Fact: I am transitioning to teaching after working in the field of Management- banking specifically.
Nervcited :)

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My husband, dog (Bear), and I just moved to the beautiful Pacific Northwest from Colorado. I am thrilled to be back in my home state! Looking forward to a fun year ahead.

EAGER!

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Boats and boating--Equipment and supplies

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I have lived in Washington for a year now.  We moved from Illinois because we wanted to live near mountains, forests, and waterfalls.  This is an amazing place!

I have been a teacher for 16 years in intermediate grades and junior high. I am looking forward to being a fifth grade teacher at Brouillet.

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6th Grade Teacher at Stewart.
I just moved here from Tennessee. I love traveling, eating, and decorating for the holidays. I am also obsessed with my cat, Fig.
Curious

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Kindergarten Teacher P4 program/Puyallup Digital Learning.

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Fun Fact: I love Rain, Read and Coffee!
I love to dance Salsa, Merengue, and sing Vallenato!! I am from the beautiful country of Colombia, I do speak Spanish and I am a proud mom of two awesome kids Sam and Sarah. INSPIRED

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I will be the Intermediate Support Center Teacher SPED Teacher at Northwood Elementary. This will be my 7th year of teaching as I was with Seattle Schools for the previous 6 years.

I've never been a fan of selfies(so I have none) and I'm usually the one who is behind the camera taking pictures so I figure this is a better representation of myself. My main leisure/self-care activity is photography. I caught this Osprey peaking at me from a distance at Golden Gardens in Seattle a few years back.

I am coming to the space ready to continue my growth as a teacher.

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FCS Teacher at Ferrucci Jr High

This is my first year teaching! I love the outdoors and I recently got into rock climbing!! Most terrifying hobby I have picked to date.

Looking forward to the year ahead and feeling excited! :)

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I am a Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) 4th -6th teacher at Zeiger. I have been an interpreter at Zeiger for 6 years. I am excited to change rolls and remain with an awesome team. I love to garden, put my toes in the sand, and roast marshmallows.
Eager & Energized

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First Grade Dual Language Teacher at Karshner Elementary

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Fun Fact: I am 22 years old and went on a airplane for the first time this summer to Florida!
ECSTATIC!!!

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My name is Maddie Dodge and I will be teaching 2nd grade at Stewart! I have spent my summer relaxing, cooking and working out. I have been a competitive swimmer for 16 years and recently moved back to Washington from sunny Irvine, California!

I am anxiously-excited to begin this journey!

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I’m beyond excited to start teaching!
Graduated from college in 2020 and had a beautiful baby who will soon turn 1. Time flies!

Fun fact: I love dancing, reading, iced coffee, spending time with my family and friends❤️

I hope we all have a great year! 😊

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My name is Yumiko, and this is my pet bird Mango. I will be teaching 3rd grade Digital Learning. This is my first year of teaching!

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General Music Specialist - Carson and Dessie  Evans Elementary Schools

Fun fact - I love hiking and used to work as a trip leader!

Reflective!

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4th Grade Teacher at Woodland Elementary
My boyfriend is a race car driver, which allows us to travel all over the U.S. to different race tracks. We have been to over 30 different states to race!
THRILLED!

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I am going to be a resource teacher at Rogers. I love being with my family and just relaxing. I have a nerdy IT hubby and a sweet little girl cheering me on!

Fun fact, I have a poem that has been published - I was in first grade when I wrote it.

My one word is hopeful!

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Hi my name is Jessica OToole! In my free time I love visiting my family & nieces (pictured is me & my niece Paxton 💛) in Arizona! The sun makes me so happy ☀️ FUN FACT! I played division 2 Softball for 4 years in college & was a pitcher 🥎🥎🥎 my word is EXCITED 🤩

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3rd grade teacher at Dessie Evans

fun fact: i am also a photographer! it has been a huge passion of mine for years!

EXCITED!

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Stahl Jr. High
7-8th Grade Math
Hello folks!! Super excited to be a member of the team!! I recently retired from the military (25yrs Active Army) where I taught for 17 of those years. When I retired, it was logical that I continue my teaching experience.

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Elementary Music Specialist at Mt View Elementary and Northwood Elementary.

I’ve been playing piano for 23 years, flute for 17 years. I can play all instruments because my concentration is in Band. 😊

I got married in May 2021!

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I love the outdoors! I once hiked for 7 days on the Wonderland trail.

Ambitious

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Special Education
PDL
I like to travel and to go hiking. Yosemite and New Orleans are my favorite places! My wife and I just moved here from Geronimo Texas! All summer we have been exploring Mt. Rainer, Mt. Baker, and Olympic National Park. In my free time, I like to read and remodel my new (old) home. I am currently learning Jujitsu and learning to play the guitar.

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Fun Fact: I am also a Mindset Empowerment Coach!  I love helping people feel strong and confident enough to chase their personal goals with ENERGY.  I retired from the military (Air Force) serving 21yrs, 6mths and 18 days. Also, I love to dance and enjoy having personal dance parties!

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I will be a first year teacher at Dessie Evans! I have worked for the district since 2017, in Support Center and most recently in WRAP at Dessie Evans. I love the diversity of the building and the kind smiling faces even when it’s been a day. ❤️ I have 2 children one will be a junior at Rogers and the other an 8th grader at Stahl. I love spending time doing anything that includes them.

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Kindergarten Teacher at Woodland

I went on some great adventures this Summer. My favorites were the Grand Canyon and an overnight backpacking trip for the first time. I am so excited to be part of the PSD team!
EXCITED

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Special Education Teacher K.I.T.E, Pope Elementary

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My family and I enjoyed the outdoors, sports, and camping. I am also about to officiate my 5th wedding this labor day weekend.

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Hi My name is Shannon. I was hired to teach 6th grade at Hunt Elementary. I'm originally from Southern California and grew up in Anaheim. I even went to Walt Disney Elementary School. I'm coming into this very excited to join the PSD team!

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Hello, my name is Andrew Stranack. This is my first year teaching and I'm excited to get started. I'll be teaching 6th grade at Brouillet.

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1st grade teacher at Brouillet

fun fact: I love to ski and hike!

EXCITED!

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2nd Grade at Zeiger Elementary
I love to go camping with family and friends. The best part about camping in sitting around the campfire hanging out and talking.

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Biology and Natural Resources teacher at Emerald Ridge HS. Taught in Tacoma for 14 years and just completed my doctorate this summer!

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🏫3rd Grade - Sunrise Elementary
😺I name my pets after Boy Meets World characters.
😊Excited to see what's new in this district

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Science at Stahl Junior High
fun fact: I’m also a pilot and rock climber
Coming on Monday excited :)

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9th/8th English Stahl

I love reading and writing, so being an English teacher is a natural fit. I also enjoy woodworking, fixing cars, and fishing.

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SPED preschool teacher at Maplewood Elementary! Fun Fact: I visited and hiked in 6 national parks in 11 days!
EXCITED

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Physical Therapist for region 3 SPED
I love to be outside working in my yard and hiking. I'm looking forward to this new opportunity.

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Registered Nurse.
I was finally able to visit Hawaii!! I have been with the district since 2017 as an agency; this is my first year as a direct hire.

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CTE Science Natural Resources at Rogers High School. I love being outdoors and spending time with my family. EXCITED

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SPED DHH Team
This summer my husband, two pups, and I moved from St. Louis, Missouri to Tacoma, Washington!
PUMPED!

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Edgemont 6th grade ELA, skills for learning and SPED basic Math
I have a '89 jeep wrangler that I do all the work myself to keep it running! (yes I painted it)
Excited!

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Elementary SPED for Spinning and Mt. View!
Fun Fact: I have a very large family. We are spread over 20 states and 3 countries!!
INTRIGUED

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Excited to transition into the teaching world (PHS CTE Sports Medicine).  I've been working for the past 13 years in outpatient physical therapy.  I bring a lot of real-life experience to this position and I'm excited to get started!
I also coach girls basketball at Emerald Ridge High School :)

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2nd Grade Online Digital Academy (P4)
I enjoy traveling, movies and theatre. I'm originally from Houston, TX and moved here to be closer to my God kids.
Fun Facts: I've written a best selling book, hosted a radio show, and speak Spanish.
EXCITED!
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I'll be teaching math at Walker High School. I love to get outside with my 3 small children as much as possible.

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I'll be teaching math at Walker High School. I love to get outside with my 3 small children as much as possible.

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First grade teacher for P4
My time outside of teaching is spent with my kiddos. <3