Lowes Island All About You by Kate Puschak https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90 en-us 2021-08-04 15:58:12 UTC 2022-08-23 12:34:39 UTC hello@padlet.com Dr. Kate Puschak katepuschak https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2251268162 I am the PROUD principal here at Lowes Island Elementary. I am starting my 18th year in education and my first FULL year as a principal. 
I enjoy a good book and the beach is my happy place.]]> 2022-07-28 15:49:49 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2251268162 Katrina Smith https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252789160 I’m the itinerant school counselor and will be in the building on Wednesdays and Thursdays.    I love spending time with others, learning, reading, hiking and organizing. My husband and I have two children and a dog! I look forward to my fourth year at Lowes Island. ]]> 2022-08-01 13:23:05 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252789160 Teagan Hanlon https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252845816 Hey! This is my 5th year at Lowes Island and 3rd year in 2nd grade. I love playing board games, reading, hanging out with friends, and working out at OrangeTheory🍊! Excited to see everyone back and meet everyone new! ]]> 2022-08-01 14:57:57 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252845816 Robin McInnis robinmcinnis https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252923702 This is my 38th year of teaching and 23rd year at LIES!  I enjoy reading, cooking, walking, and the beach!]]> 2022-08-01 17:45:32 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252923702 Alex Scott https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252951272 Hello! This is my first year teaching and I couldn't be more excited to be joining the team at Lowes Island in 5th grade! I am a JMU alum and I love playing games and spending time with my friends and family. I'm looking forward to meeting you all!]]> 2022-08-01 18:54:58 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252951272 Karli Hopke https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252964110 Hi everyone! This is my 7th year teaching ECSE and my 10th year in the education field. I love working out, going on adventures, spending time with family and friends, and crafting.

I'm excited for the new school year! ]]> 2022-08-01 19:27:55 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2252964110 McKenna DeMonte https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253005945 Hello! This will be my first year teaching and I am beyond excited to be apart of the Lowe’s Island community! I graduated with a Masters from JMU. I love the beach and spending time with friends and family. I can’t wait to meet you all!]]> 2022-08-01 21:31:06 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253005945 Wendy Young https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253457883 Hi! I am the Gifted Resource Teacher at Lowes Island. This is my 38th year of teaching--22nd with LCPS! I love running, hiking, reading, and hitting golf balls at Top Golf! I look forward to meeting all of the new teachers and renewing relationships with returning teachers! Happy new school year! ]]> 2022-08-02 13:46:51 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253457883 https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253458305 Hello! This is my fifth year teaching special education and my second year on the Island as the K-2 aut teacher. I love going to pure barre classes, spending time with family and friends, and reading (preferably on a beach). 

See you all soon! :)]]> 2022-08-02 13:47:47 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253458305 Jen Crim https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253504025 Hi! I am a first grade teacher and have been teaching for 23 years (going on my 24th).  I have been at Lowes Island for 13 years and enjoy working with my team.  I have 3 children and just became a grandma this summer!  I love to spend time with family and friends, cooking and crafting when I'm not working.  I love to travel (beaches are my favorite) and I'm a Disney fanatic. I look forward to meeting all the new staff and continuing to work with the amazing staff already at Lowes!]]> 2022-08-02 15:05:02 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253504025 Elle Halliday -Hi everyone! I'm the new art teacher art Lowes Island 🎨 I've been teaching elementary art for 12 years & this is my 4th year with LCPS. I'm super excited for this school year! Here is a picture of me with my daughter Willow 💜 I LOVE photography, going out to dinner, Wegmans, dogs, Buffalo NY & spending time with family 🙂 https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253651158 2022-08-02 20:33:10 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253651158 Libby Griffis https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253691828 Hi y'all! This will be my very first year of teaching! I am a VT Alum and loved my time as a Hokie. I love watching football, going to the beach, and spending lots of time with my family & friends. I am super excited to meet you all so soon!]]> 2022-08-02 22:35:39 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253691828 Cheyenne Anderson https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253782222 Hi! This will be my 14th year at Lowes Island. I love teaching first grade! My husband is a teacher for FCPS and I have a 4 year old daughter. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading, traveling, and running. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone and meeting new staff :)]]> 2022-08-03 01:29:48 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2253782222 Kelsey Martin https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2254322258 Hi! My name is Kelsey Martin and this year will be my 6th year teaching. I am a proud JMU grad (GO DUKES!!!). When I am not in school, I love spending time with my friends and family. I recently gave birth on July 22nd to an adorable little boy so I will be missing the first quarter to spend some much needed snuggle time with him! I look forward to meeting all of you when I get back :) Have a great beginning of the school year!!!]]> 2022-08-03 18:30:53 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2254322258 Christine Correll https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2254812958 Hello! This is my second year as a Kindergarten Teacher Assistant at Lowes Island Elementary. My four children attended this school, and I am excited to continue my family's connection! When not at school, you may find me walking our dogs (with my husband) or driving our kiddos up and down the road. Be  sure to give a wave or stop to chat! I am so excited to meet our new students and staff, and to catch up with everyone. Let's go Leopards! It is going to be a great year!
PS this is me with my 21 year old son Turner!]]> 2022-08-04 12:32:01 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2254812958 Celesta Lewis https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2255662826 This is my 8th year at Lowes Island. I used to work as a HR Manager in my previous life and then switched over to education when my kids were younger. I worked as substitute and then a SpEd TA in both self-contained and cross-cat. I usually work with 4th and 5th grade. I love traveling and even met my husband while teaching in Japan almost 30 years ago. I have 2 sons in college (a freshman and a post-graduate) who both play football.]]> 2022-08-05 20:52:50 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2255662826 Robbie Johnson https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2256643399 Hi there! I am a Division Instructional Facilitator, who will be supporting Lowes Island this year. I live in West Virginia, where I enjoy the great outdoors, cooking, fishing, reading, playing basketball, traveling and sports. I look forward to meeting and working with all of you this year! ]]> 2022-08-08 12:40:06 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2256643399 Lou Ann Lacny https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257085346 Hi! I’ll be starting my 21st year of teaching and my 14th here at Lowes. I love teaching third graders! I enjoy hiking, reading, trying new recipes, and spending time with friends and my family. Looking forward to meeting our new staff and seeing everyone else again too! ;)]]> 2022-08-09 02:07:03 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257085346 Julie Saraceno-Reading Specialist https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257364481 Hello!  I am thrilled to be joining the Lowes Island team this year as a Reading Specialist.  This will be my 16th year in education and my 12th year as a Reading Specialist with LCPS.  I live in Lansdowne with my husband, Eric, and our 15 year old son, Owen.  I love to travel and listen to live music (my son is a drummer).  I am excited for a great school year and can't wait to meet everyone!]]> 2022-08-09 12:06:15 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257364481 Allie Verna https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257407341 Hi! This is my 8th year teaching here at Lowes Island and my 5th year in 5th grade. I love traveling, reading, the beach, and spending time with friends and family. I'm excited to be back and meet all of the new teachers!]]> 2022-08-09 13:22:51 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257407341 Mindy Padworski https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257611446 Hi! I'm Mindy Padworski (the one on the left... although it's hard to tell since I'm a twin in this picture...) and this would be my 12th year teaching Elementary General Music (9th year in LCPS... and each of those 9 years spent at our amazing school). I live in Leesburg with my husband, Brian, our four year old son, Henry, and our Golden Retriever, Lilly. I wish I could be meeting you all in-person, but I'm currently three days away from meeting our newest family addition... a little baby girl. I love to read, I listen to oldies, and my guilty pleasure is watching almost anything on Bravo. Wishing you all the best of luck this year as you begin another school year! ]]> 2022-08-09 18:19:52 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257611446 Alyson Broecker https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257643435 Hi everyone! I recently graduated from James Madison University this past May with my M.A.T. I am from Ashburn, Virginia and I graduated from the LCPS school system. This will be my first year of teaching and I could not be more excited to be a part of the Lowes Island team! I enjoy reading, listening to music, spending time with family and friends, and playing intramural sports. I can't wait to meet all of the staff, families, and my students! :) ]]> 2022-08-09 19:16:02 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2257643435 Kate Turner https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2258579001 Hi. This will be my 17th year with Loudoun County and 15th year teaching EL, all at Lowes Island. My husband Ken and I have 1 son, 2 daughters and 2 grandkids. I love spending time with family, at the beach, and walking our 110 pound dog named Bear. I am looking forward to meeting new teachers and connecting with everyone!]]> 2022-08-11 00:19:16 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2258579001 Laken Cortese https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2259133901 Hi everyone! This is going to be my 7th year teaching, but first year at Lowes Island and I’m so excited! I’m originally from Pittsburgh, PA (Go Steelers!) and ive taught third grade for 5 years and second grade for one year. My fiancé and I just bought a house and are getting married this November! I love playing with my new kitten, traveling, reading, listening to music, workout out, and watching tv. I’m looking forward to my new journey at Lowes Island and to meet everyone! ]]> 2022-08-11 15:08:25 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2259133901 Wendy Adler-EL https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2259341676 Hi! Welcome to Lowes Island! This will be my 18th year in LCPS, and my second at Lowes Island. I am one of the EL teachers at Lowes, but prior to being here I have taught preschool, kindergarten, first, second, and third grade. I live with my husband and two daughters (ages 13 and 16), and an overly friendly Goldendoodle. In my spare time I love reading, sewing, yoga, and hiking. Looking forward to a great year!]]> 2022-08-11 20:27:42 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2259341676 Mara Moreland https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2259372967 Hi All~ This will be my 9th year teaching, but first year as a SPED teacher.  I was a general classroom teacher for 8 years before having my two daughters and being a stay at home mom for 8 years.  I was a substitute for LIES last year and am very excited to be joining the staff full time! 

I love to read, spend time with my daughters (who both go to LIES) and cook.  
Looking forward to a great year!]]> 2022-08-11 21:36:55 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2259372967 Shadia Abo Abdo https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2259552519 Hello! This is my 16th year teaching and my second year at Lowes Island Elementary.  I enjoy spending time with family, cooking and traveling. I look forward to meeting all the new staff. ]]> 2022-08-12 03:26:24 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2259552519 Jenn Painter https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2260187229 I have the pleasure of serving as your assistant principal! This will be my 18th year in education and second year as the AP (I joined Lowes in April of 2021). I have a beautiful daughter (Kylee) who is entering the 6th grade and handsome son (Kayden) who is in 3rd grade. I enjoy watching Kylee cheer and Kayden play baseball in my free time! I couldn't be more excited to begin another year with such an amazing staff! ]]> 2022-08-13 01:43:27 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2260187229 Laura Crosnicker lauracrosnicker https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2260425694 Hi! This will be my 16th year of teaching and my 6th year at Lowes Island. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading, and traveling. I look forward to meeting all the new staff and seeing the familiar faces again. See you all soon! ]]> 2022-08-13 21:03:50 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2260425694 https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2260659274 Hello! This is my 15th year teaching and my 6th year at Lowes Island. I’m a special education cross-cat teacher and I love what I do! When I am not teaching, I spend time with my son (6th grade), my daughter (4th grade), my husband, and our two pug dogs. I really look forward to working with all of you. ]]> 2022-08-14 16:02:38 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2260659274 Rouba El-Kari https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2260821222 Hi there! I have been teaching kindergarten for over 15 years but this is my fifth year at Lowes Island. I love Kindergarten! I also have a twin at Lowes who is a TA in kindergarten:) I am married and have a rising sixth grader this year! I love to travel and spend time with family! Looking forward to meeting our new staff and seeing everyone else again too! ]]> 2022-08-15 01:39:40 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2260821222 Lani Murray https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261224386 Hello all! This is my 5th year on the island teaching k-2 autism (TA) and I couldn’t be more exited to reunite with our students and staff!! Looking forward to a successful 2022-2023 school year ahead 🚌]]> 2022-08-15 13:33:50 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261224386 https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261248581 Hi Everyone! I am starting my 9th year as an Assistant and 6th year at Lowes Island. I love Kindergarten and am looking forward to a new group of 5 year olds! I am married and have one daughter in grad school at JMU. When I am not at school I love to read, spend time with family and take pictures!! I travel home to Buffalo whenever I get the chance. (Go Bills! Go Sabres!!) I am excited to start a new year, meet new staff and reconnect with friends!]]> 2022-08-15 14:01:28 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261248581 Kim Schroeder https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261249713 This is my 4th year as the registrar at Lowes Island. I have 4 kids that all went through Lowes Island, two are in high school and two are in college. I'm looking forward to what is shaping up to be a fantastic year here on the Island!]]> 2022-08-15 14:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261249713 Mary Royce https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261253438 I work in the front office handling all things financial - purchases, payroll and parties! When I'm not at school, you can find me at a yoga studio or walking the trails around the community. I work with an amazing team and I love being part of this school community!]]> 2022-08-15 14:06:48 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261253438 Katie Heiman https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261269662 I am the school social worker; this will be my first year at Lowes Island and my second year with LCPS! I am super excited to be here! In my free time, I like to foster dogs, hike, spend time with friends and family, and travel! I am excited for my first year at Lowes Island! ]]> 2022-08-15 14:26:27 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261269662 Sharon Caracciolo https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261284189 Hello! I am the Health Clinic Specialist. The clinic is located in the front office. I love being a part of such a fantastic staff and look forward to meeting everyone! I feel privileged to care for our students and help keep everyone happy and healthy! Stop by and say hello anytime! ]]> 2022-08-15 14:43:13 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261284189 Jennifer Hepler https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261312124 I am the Family Liaison at Lowes Island. I help to make sure the needs of all of our students are met. A few of the programs I help with are providing school supplies, weekly backpack buddy snacks and arranging interpreters. I love working at our school with such a wonderful staff. Please let me know if there is anything I can help you or any of your students with this year. Go Hokies!!!]]> 2022-08-15 15:14:48 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261312124 Michelle Chong https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261337339 I am excited to start this school year! This will be my sixth year working at Lowes Island Elementary School. My favorite activities involve anything outdoors including running, hiking, canoeing, fishing and gardening!]]> 2022-08-15 15:38:27 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261337339 Vaishali Khatri https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261437935 Hello!! This is my 4th year teaching 3-5 autism at LIES!! I worked as substitute teacher for 2 years at LCPS. I enjoy walking with my dog, cooking and listening to music. I am looking forward to meeting you all!! ]]> 2022-08-15 17:33:23 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261437935 Rana El-kari https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261534503 Hi everyone! My name is Rana El-Kari and this is my fourth year at Lowes Island as a Kindergarten teacher assistant . I am married and have 2 girls, a senior and sophomore at DHS. Outside of school , I love spending time with family, travel and shop! I am very excited to see old faces and meet the new staff at Lowes:)]]> 2022-08-15 19:51:22 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261534503 Kristina Shimazaki https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261588670 Hi – This is my 5th year as a Cross-Cat Special Education Teaching Assistant at Lowes Island. I love working with the Cross-Cat team! I also subbed for many years and learned so much during that time. All 3 of my children attended Lowes Island. My son is getting ready to move to Thailand as a Fulbright Scholar after graduating from UVA, my daughter is currently in college and married and my youngest is a rising sophomore at DHS. I attended a Swiss Finishing school before college and that cemented my love of travel. I love to travel everywhere with my family, walk, read and serve in the community. I look forward to meeting our new teachers and seeing everyone soon.]]> 2022-08-15 21:25:57 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261588670 Jen Bigden https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261617867 Hi! My name is Jen Bigden. This will be my 12th year teaching, but my first year in Loudoun and at Lowes Island. I enjoy spending time with my family and going for walks, especially at the beach. Can't wait to get to know everyone!]]> 2022-08-15 22:27:33 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261617867 Melissa Caracciolo https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261679010 Hello everyone! I’m so happy to be back at Lowes Island for year 6! I love reading, lounging at the beach, riding Space Mountain, and coaching the colorguard at Dominion High School! I’m so excited to see all the new and familiar faces as we begin another great year 😊]]> 2022-08-16 00:02:41 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261679010 Ashley Hotz https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261744950 Hi! This is my 14th year teaching first grade at Lowes Island and I am excited for the new year to begin! I live in Ashburn with my husband and two year old son Vaughn. I love cooking, going to the beach, watching Boston sports and spending time with my family. I look forward to catching up with everyone meeting our new staff. :-) ]]> 2022-08-16 01:27:56 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261744950 Amye Love https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261748649 Hi!  I'm so excited to be the full time reading specialist at Lowes Island this year.  This will be my 13th year in education.  My husband, Brian and I are proud parents of three fabulous kids, Bennett (19), Parker (17) and Ainsley (14).  You will usually find me cheering in the stands at lacrosse games, football games, volleyball games and gymnastics meets. When I do get some down time I enjoy running, swimming, reading and watching movies.  I look forward to an exciting year!]]> 2022-08-16 01:31:49 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261748649 Lolita Bixon https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261763781 I’m an occupational therapist and Lowes Island is my home school! I’m very proud to be part of a dedicated team here at LI. I always knew I’d be working with kids, and love what I do. Looking forward to a fun and exciting school year!]]> 2022-08-16 01:50:37 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261763781 https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261831128 Hi!
My name is Ruman Popal this is my 5th year as an assistant teacher for k-2 autism at Lowes Island.I’m married and have two beautiful children .I love to spend my time with my family and friends , traveling, cooking, and listening to music. I look forward to meeting you all. Wishing us all a wonderful school year.
]]> 2022-08-16 03:16:48 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2261831128 Rachel Briggs https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262335378 Hello! My name is Rachel and I am very excited to be teaching kindergarten at Lowes Island this year! While this is my first year at LCPS, I have been teaching for 7 years. I grew up in Herndon and currently live in Ashburn with my husband and two children (8th grade and 10th grade). My favorite color is purple and I absolutely love owls. In my free time, I enjoy reading and spending time with family and friends. I am excited to meet everyone. It's going to be an amazing year!!]]> 2022-08-16 15:02:04 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262335378 Kelsey Goodnight https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262394955 Hello! I am so excited to be returning as your Special Education Dean. This is my second year with Lowes Island and my 11th year in LCPS. My husband and I have been married for 8 years and have two cats. We love to travel, and always have at least one trip planned to the happiest place on Earth! I look forward to another great year!]]> 2022-08-16 16:02:42 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262394955 Morgan Sovine https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262425904 Hi there!! My name is Morgan Sovine and this is my 2nd year at Lowes Island!  I taught 2nd grade last school year, and I am very excited to be teaching Kindergarten this coming school year! 💕 I was a kindergarten TA for 6 years at Lovettsville before teaching here so I’m happy to be back with the littles. I just recently was engaged on NYE and will be getting married in March of next year.  For fun, I enjoy cooking, singing, dancing, golfing, and playing with my dog Millie. I’m looking forward to another great school year and I am excited to see old and new faces tomorrow. ☺️]]> 2022-08-16 16:37:01 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262425904 Mary Creagh https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262506809 Hello Everyone! 

My name is Mary Creagh and I am the Speech-Language Pathologist here at Lowes Island Elementary. This is my 11th year as an SLP and my 2nd year here at Lowes. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Andrew, and our 3-year-old son, Finnegan. We enjoy going to the beach, going on walks with our dog, Maggie, and I love to read! 

Looking forward to seeing new and old staff tomorrow! ]]> 2022-08-16 18:04:32 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262506809 Lizzy Slack https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262590276 Hi everyone! I'm going into my 9th year teaching PE at Lowes Island! I went to Virginia Tech for undergrad and Emory & Henry College for grad school! I enjoy exercising, napping, and hanging out with my husband and our black lab/australian shep Lady! Sometimes people can't recognize me with my hair down- so please refer to Mindy's picture if you can't figure out who I am. ]]> 2022-08-16 19:49:28 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262590276 Kim Rivera https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262618815 Hi All,
This is my 5th year as the Librarian at Lowes Island. I have 3 grown children and I have lived in Ashburn for 25 years. I love to read, take walks, go shopping and hang out with my kids. I am excited to meet all the new staff members. Come by the library to say hi! ]]> 2022-08-16 20:37:14 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262618815 Stacey Franzen https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262694358 Hi everyone, I'm the itinerant EL teacher. I will be in the building on Monday mornings and all day on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I have taught both classroom and EL. I started my career in Florida where I was born and moved to Virginia and taught in Fairfax County Public Schools. Last year, I started my first year with Loudoun County Public Schools. I have 2 sons that attend LCPS schools. One is starting high school and my younger son is entering his last year of elementary school. They are growing up fast! We also have a yellow Labrador Retriever who turns 5 in September named Trooper. While visiting my aunt in Tennessee she found a litter of 4 kittens under her deck that I took home and have fallen in love with all of them. This summer we visited Halifax, Nova Scotia and went on a tour of the Citadel National Historic Site. ]]> 2022-08-16 23:05:38 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262694358 Kaitlynn Hoffman https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262810175 Hi all! This is my 5th year as a resource teacher at Lowes Island and my 7th with LCPS. When I’m not teaching, I’m probably listening to audiobooks/reading books or watching a movie. I live in MD with my husband, daughter and son and our cat. I enjoy going outside and going hiking, biking or camping.
(I also realized I have almost no photos of just me)]]> 2022-08-17 01:40:41 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262810175 Carol Khawly https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262859181 Hello! This is my third year as a SPED Teaching Assistant at LIES. I have lived in Sterling, Va. for many years and my 3 children all went to LIES. My oldest son is now at VA. Tech and my daughter is starting nursing at the Catholic University in DC this year. My youngest son is in 7th grade at Seneca Ridge MS. In my free time I love to read, travel, go on walks, exercise, and spend time with family and friends. ]]> 2022-08-17 02:40:09 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262859181 Kim Blough kimberlyblough https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262894829 2022-08-17 03:23:46 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2262894829 Camilla Brizzi https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2263180063 Hi everyone! My name is Camilla Brizzi and this will be my 3rd year teaching…my 2nd at Lowes!! I will be getting in married this November to my high school sweetheart! :) I swam in college and for 20+ years of my life so I love to swim in my down time. 8 also love tending to my garden and my 2 pups :) excited to start the year!]]> 2022-08-17 11:02:45 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2263180063 Curran Kiely https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2264344709 Hi everyone! My name is Curran Kiely and I am one of the new PE itinerants this year, I also teach at Forest Grove Elementary. I enjoy being outside, working out and spending time with friends and family. I am really excited to be joining you all at Lowes Island this year and can't wait to meet everyone!]]> 2022-08-18 12:53:11 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2264344709 Sarah Bennett https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2264385452 Hi! I am the music itinerant between Lowes Island and Potowmack elementary. This is my first official year teaching and I can't tell you how excited I am. I currently live in Falls Church with my wonderful boyfriend. In my free time I love to explore. I also love hiking, yoga, crafting, and reading.]]> 2022-08-18 13:35:07 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2264385452 Lisa Smucker https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2264397732 Hello! This is my 20th year in Preschool Special Education. I love going on walks, spending time with my family, and shopping. I am so excited for the new school year!]]> 2022-08-18 13:47:16 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2264397732 Maria Cortez https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2265968402 Hi! My name is Maria Cortez and this is my 9th year at Lowes Island. I was a Special Ed Teacher Assistant for 4 years and this is my 5th year as a Kindergarten Teacher Assistant. I love Kindergarten! I am married and have 3 children, one girl (24) and two boys (18)(15). I love spending time with my family, going for walks and beach. I look forward in meeting our new staff. ]]> 2022-08-20 02:14:28 UTC https://padlet.com/katepuschak/d6u62kkrjmv3ed90/wish/2265968402