New Educator Induction 2021-2022 by Amanda Kraft

Amanda Kraft

kraftaj — 2021-06-17 23:29:00 UTC

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

Sophia Monge

2021-06-17 23:31:40 UTC

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 👏

Priscilla Millam

2021-08-11 11:33:22 UTC

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

Candice McGregor

CandiceMcGregor — 2021-08-11 15:02:54 UTC

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

Jennifer Matthews

2021-08-11 15:35:14 UTC

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

Leslie Snyder

2021-08-11 15:35:53 UTC

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

Jessica Anderson

2021-08-11 15:49:04 UTC

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

Taylor Heersink

2021-08-11 16:30:12 UTC

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 !!!

Gena Vincent

2021-08-11 16:34:16 UTC

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

Molly Durst

2021-08-11 16:44:21 UTC

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

Rachel Kammel

2021-08-11 16:48:20 UTC

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

Tabitha Aragon

aragontm — 2021-08-11 16:54:41 UTC

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

Lizzie Herrera

2021-08-11 16:57:00 UTC

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

Jennifer Chaves

2021-08-11 17:10:14 UTC

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

Alyssa Thompson

thompa9 — 2021-08-11 17:15:58 UTC

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

Daniel Godfrey

2021-08-11 18:04:31 UTC

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

Tim Lynch

2021-08-11 18:28:23 UTC

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!!

Josh Simondet

2021-08-11 18:36:05 UTC

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

Matt White

2021-08-11 19:04:14 UTC

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 :-)

Tavia Halvorsen

2021-08-11 19:42:55 UTC

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

Focused!

Erin Montoya

2021-08-11 20:37:36 UTC

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

Mariana Marsalisi

2021-08-11 21:04:33 UTC

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!

Jeremy Roy

2021-08-11 21:28:45 UTC

Megan Johnson

2021-08-11 22:34:29 UTC

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!

Sheena Collord

2021-08-11 23:35:20 UTC

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

Natalie Hay

2021-08-12 00:09:14 UTC

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

Moira Foley

2021-08-12 02:30:45 UTC

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!

Steve Rush

2021-08-12 03:39:39 UTC

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!

Vashti Makupson

2021-08-12 03:53:21 UTC

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!

Ann Schumacher

2021-08-12 18:05:25 UTC

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.

Rachel Houtteman

2021-08-12 19:25:52 UTC

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

Kasey Hebert

2021-08-13 01:42:11 UTC

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

Jeannie Chea

2021-08-13 03:39:53 UTC

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.

Dan Pitsch

2021-08-13 03:55:55 UTC

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!

Jeanna Kooser

2021-08-13 15:38:27 UTC

K-12 Instructional Coach/Social Studies

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

Maycy Fillingame

2021-08-13 17:46:40 UTC

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!

Jaema Gomez

2021-08-13 18:49:24 UTC

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!!

Alicia Fawcett

2021-08-13 19:41:40 UTC

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

Tyler Benning

2021-08-13 22:02:53 UTC

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

Victoria (Tori) Gipti

2021-08-13 23:20:11 UTC

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.

Mike Bogatay

bogatmw — 2021-08-13 23:33:34 UTC

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!

Nick Hubeek

2021-08-14 01:22:02 UTC

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!

Margaret Reynolds

reynom — 2021-08-14 02:20:48 UTC

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!

Kevin Eiford

2021-08-15 01:16:25 UTC

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!

Molly Evans

2021-08-16 02:16:39 UTC

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

Sarah Wagner

2021-08-16 15:44:50 UTC

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

Thrilled!

Bo Dudley

2021-08-16 15:44:57 UTC

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

Jodie Rouse

rouseja — 2021-08-16 21:03:55 UTC

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!

Madeline Johannes

2021-08-16 23:01:25 UTC

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!

Alex Porter

alporter1 — 2021-08-17 00:18:07 UTC

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 💙

John Kocian

2021-08-17 00:28:18 UTC

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.

Eric Akeson - Stahl Jr High CTE STEM

2021-08-17 00:55:45 UTC

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. 🤣

2021-08-17 00:59:09 UTC

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!!

Pamela Orphan

orphap — 2021-08-17 01:16:56 UTC

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!

Nicole Thayer

2021-08-17 01:36:34 UTC

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.

Kayla Stokes

2021-08-17 01:53:23 UTC

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!

Kodi BeVelle

bevelkl — 2021-08-17 02:14:28 UTC

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

Alyssa Crossley

2021-08-17 02:30:14 UTC

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!

Paul Gray

2021-08-17 03:13:05 UTC

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.

Sarah Wise

2021-08-17 03:14:48 UTC

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

Angela Arteaga

2021-08-17 03:15:37 UTC

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

William Hurd

2021-08-17 03:25:39 UTC

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.

Cassidy Majack

2021-08-17 03:29:15 UTC

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! :)

Cassie Hessler

2021-08-17 03:45:24 UTC

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

Jessica Olivera

2021-08-17 03:54:56 UTC

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

Madeleine Dodge

2021-08-17 04:14:26 UTC

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!

Second Grade Dual Language Teacher

2021-08-17 04:24:09 UTC

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! 😊

Yumiko Heath

2021-08-17 04:59:24 UTC

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!

Jordan Loucks

2021-08-17 05:11:06 UTC

General Music Specialist - Carson and Dessie Evans Elementary Schools

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

Reflective!

Ally Crouch

2021-08-17 05:13:58 UTC

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!

Katie Rosaaen

2021-08-17 05:17:46 UTC

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!

3rd grade at Dessie Evans

2021-08-17 05:18:03 UTC

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 🤩

Ally Downey

2021-08-17 05:26:19 UTC

3rd grade teacher at Dessie Evans

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

EXCITED!

Shawn McCullough

2021-08-17 05:31:46 UTC

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.

Eri Yeomans

yeomaem — 2021-08-17 07:27:18 UTC

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!

Brytni Culver

2021-08-17 08:19:04 UTC

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

Ambitious

Sam Wolfe

2021-08-17 14:06:44 UTC

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.

Monique Dubose

2021-08-17 14:28:12 UTC

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!

Shannon Johnson

2021-08-17 14:42:32 UTC

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!

Clairese Jorgensen

2021-08-17 14:54:59 UTC

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.

Shannon Ferguson

2021-08-17 14:55:06 UTC

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

Cameron Brophy

2021-08-17 15:04:24 UTC

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

Andrew Stranack

2021-08-17 15:06:20 UTC

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.

Kari Mills

2021-08-17 15:15:28 UTC

1st grade teacher at Brouillet

fun fact: I love to ski and hike!

EXCITED!

Paul Remington

paulremingtonjr — 2021-08-17 15:16:05 UTC

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.

Ben Dotson

dotsobj — 2021-08-17 15:29:04 UTC

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

Brianna Seay

seayb1 — 2021-08-17 15:33:23 UTC

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

Michelle Johnson

2021-08-17 15:35:57 UTC

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

Graham Perednia

2021-08-17 15:36:38 UTC

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.

Taylor Webster

2021-08-17 15:37:51 UTC

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

Ashley Scott, DPT

2021-08-17 15:41:46 UTC

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.

2021-08-17 15:45:37 UTC

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.

Matt Kline

2021-08-17 15:45:45 UTC

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

Dr. Julie Aldridge

2021-08-17 15:47:00 UTC

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

Danielle Kesler

2021-08-17 15:48:01 UTC

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!

2021-08-17 15:50:40 UTC

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

Dr. Katie Akeson PT, DPT

2021-08-17 15:59:47 UTC

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 :)

David Lorms

lormsdd — 2021-08-17 16:27:21 UTC

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!
:)

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

2021-08-17 16:33:44 UTC

Sarah Al-Marri

2021-08-17 16:36:25 UTC

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

Christina Baldwin

2021-08-17 16:36:28 UTC

I am an ELL Teacher. I have 2 dogs and 2 birds. One of my favorite things is to walk logging roads with my dog. EXCITED

Katie Ramirez

2021-08-17 16:37:37 UTC

2nd grade teacher at Firgrove. I love Hiking and gardening. I have two daughters who also attend school in the Puyallup School District.

Isaiah Huey

hueyic — 2021-08-17 16:37:46 UTC

Social Studies @ Puyallup Digital Learning I love dungeons and dragons, anime, and connecting my passions and my students with learning.
Excited

Rita Hughes

2021-08-17 16:38:45 UTC

I’m at Zeiger for 3rd grade. I’m looking forward to connecting with other teachers to learn from.
Fun fact: I enjoy walks and working out. And spending time with family and my church family.

Keith Moore

2021-08-17 16:39:31 UTC

I'll be teaching 5th-6th grade Quest at Dessie Evans Elementary. Previously I taught middle school math/science for bethel school district. Super excited to be joining the Puyallup team!

Jesse Bica

jessebica2 — 2021-08-17 16:41:32 UTC

3rd grade dual language at Karshner Elementary

This will be my third year teaching, first year teaching dual language. Looking forward to this year. I enjoy hiking, spending time with family, working out, and being in nature.

Burlene Padilla

2021-08-17 16:41:50 UTC

4th/5th grade Quest Teacher
I enjoy camping and fishing! I am going to be a grandma in October.
EXCITED

Ashley Neufeld

neufeaj — 2021-08-17 16:42:04 UTC

Music teacher at Fruitland, Sunrise and Ridgecrest!
Fun fact: I love to rock climb and boulder and travel when I can!
Excited!

Wahkeyta Rogers

2021-08-17 16:44:34 UTC

4th Grade P4 Educator
I love to sit on the beach and just listen to the waves. My ultimate happy place!
Motivated!

Kimberlee Barnes

barnekd — 2021-08-17 19:44:00 UTC

Library, Dessie Evans

I'm excited to be joining PSD where my husband works and my 4 kids attend. I am coming from Bethel as a technology specialist. I enjoyed Disneyland, camping, college visits with my senior, and playing/floating in our pool over the summer. I can't wait to be a part of the DE community.

Shelby Scott

2021-08-18 00:31:32 UTC

Special Education, at Emerald Ridge High School! I am super excited for this upcoming school year, as it is my first year teaching!
EXCITED!

James (JJ) Boyle

boylejj — 2021-08-18 13:18:21 UTC

Walker High School CTE
I enjoy the outdoors.

Will Barnes

barnewf — 2021-08-19 15:23:50 UTC

KITE 7-9

I tend to procrastinate, but I'm working on it.

Calm.

2021-08-19 15:25:02 UTC

Thomas Moore
CTE @ PDL

Besides working for the district, I own a music production company, with my son as the VP.

David Beckstrom

windjets — 2021-09-27 20:33:09 UTC

I am retired Army and getting ready for the next level of education to become a certified teacher.