ST. MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL

Year Hired: 2009

Education

B.A. from Saint Martin's College in Elementary Education with endorsements in Special Education and Reading

Experience

I have been blessed to be a part of the St. Michael family since 2009. Prior to working here, I spent 15 years caring for children with special needs as a respite care provider. I love spending time with my husband and two kids. We enjoy spending time at the beach and playing card games. I love dabbling in photography, trying to learn Italian, baking treats, and eating chocolate.

Year Hired: 2009

Education

Seattle University-Bachelor of Education

Experience

My husband Bob and I have three children - Kierstin, Allison, and David. We are outdoor enthusiasts and enjoy a wide range of activities that include cycling, hiking, winter snow sports, and exploring in and around Puget Sound and the Pacific Northwest.

Year Hired: 2004

Year Hired: 2012

Education

B.A. English-Western Washington University, M.A. English-Western Washington University, M.A. Teaching-Seattle Pacific University, Principal Certification-Seattle University

Experience

I am blessed to lead our school community as we guide our students towards transformative growth through Catholic education. My passion and appreciation for my faith, leadership, learning and the art of teaching has guided my life and led me to St. Michael Parish School. I previously taught high school English for nine years at Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart, where I conducted my administrative internship and served as International Baccalaureate Diploma Program Coordinator. It is an honor and a privilege to serve our community and be working with such a committed community of students, parents, faculty, staff and parishioners.

Year Hired: 2013

Education

BA French, Spanish minor, MA French, PA state certification in French, Spanish and English

Experience

Although I call Pennsylvania home, my husband and I are very excited to become Washingtonians so that we are able to live closer to our daughter and her family. I am very blessed to join the St. Michael's family after having taught in the public school system for almost a quarter century. I am so fortunate to have the opportunity to teach in a school where my religion and values are paramount in the education of our students. My husband's and my free time is spent with our grandson, antiquing, and exploring the beauty of our new state.

Year Hired: 2017

Year Hired: 2019

Education

B.A. in Education, C.W.U. 1980 M.A. in Education, Curriculum and Developement, City University 1995.

Experience

I joined St. Michael School in 1986. I have taught various subjects throughout the years, but especially enjoyed teaching Middle School Science and P.E. Currently I teach P.E. Pre-K through 8th grade. I am also the head football and boys basketball coach. I enjoy theatre, especially Shakespeare, reading, cooking, movies, and spending time with my son and my dog Bandit.

Year Hired: 1986

Education

BA Elementary Education and K-12 Physical Education Endorsement

Experience

I am originally from Fort Smith, Arkansas. My husband, Chris, and I moved to Washington in 2006. After graduating from Saint Martin’s University in May 2009, I taught First Grade for four years here at St. Michael Parish School. I made the switch to Fourth Grade in September 2013. Outside of teaching, I serve as the Athletic Director and Middle School Girls Basketball Coach. Additionally, I am the GRACE Regional Teacher Leader for the South Sound Region of the Archdiocese. My husband and I, including our two beautiful children, are proud members of St. Michael Parish. As a product of Catholic education myself, I am grateful to be a Catholic educator and am passionate about sharing my love for God and love of learning with my students every day.

Year Hired: 2009

Year Hired: 2016

Education

Masters degree in Flute performance

Year Hired: 2013

Experience

I am the mother of three kids and have 2 grandchildren. I love to cook, travel and spend time with my family.

Year Hired: 2006

Education

Studies Music Performance at Saddleback College and Mount San Antonio College

Experience

I was born in Southern California and sang in my first musical at the age of 2. From the time I was 3 years old, I studied music, dance and acting 6 days a week, 4 hours a day for 21 years. I began working professionally at the age of 8 and have worked in the entertainment industry my entire life. In California, I worked for 10 years at Carden Academy Private School until moving to Washington in 2012. Music has been a constant in my life and has always been my number one form of communication with my Heavenly Father. I feel blessed to have the opportunity to share my love of music with the students at Saint Michael School. I have also had the blessing of being able to lead the Life Teen band at Saint Michael Parish, giving me the opportunity to minister to the families in our community through worship. In my free time I enjoy the company of my husband Chris and our four beautiful children, Samantha, Josiah, Reagan and Mercy.

Year Hired: 2015

Year Hired: 2019

Year Hired: 2015,2018

Education

M.Ed.

Experience

I grew up in Portland, OR, and attended Ascension grade school and St. Mary's Academy high school. I received an English degree and Masters in Education from University of Portland where I met my husband. We have three sons who all attended St. Mikes; they live in New York, San Francisco, and Joshua Tree, CA. Hobbies (besides teaching Middle School!) are biking, gardening, travel, and cooking.

Year Hired: 1994

Education

B.A. in Elementary Education and an Endorsement in Reading from University of Portland

Experience

I am an Olympia native and a St. Mikes alumni! Growing up with such amazing teachers and friends at St. Michael inspired me to pursue a career in Catholic Education. I have spent time teaching 4th grade, acting as a school Reading Specialist, and now I am excited to be in Kindergarten. When I’m not at school I enjoy cheering on the Seahawks with my husband and family, baking, hiking, traveling, and gardening.

Year Hired: 2017

Year Hired: 2018

Education

BA Saint Martin's College

Experience

I began my career in education in 1986 as an educational assistant. After earning my degree in elementary education with an endorsement in reading, I began teaching second grade at St. Michael Parish school in 1994. During my time here, I have taught 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th 7th and 8th grades. My husband and I have four children and five grand children. We love camping, hiking and bike riding with our family. Our favorite place in the world is Port Townsend where both our families have a rich history. Teaching is the dream of my life; my passion; my vocation. It is with joy that I share my Catholic faith with children. Witnessing their faith flourish as disciples of Christ in our Family of Families is a blessing beyond measure.

Year Hired: 1994

Education

Loretto Heights College/Regis University Denver, CO

Experience

I have experience teaching in public school and Catholic schools. I previously taught Social Studies at St Mikes. I have been a homeroom teacher in 6th and 7th grades as well as 8th. Middle school and special education have been my areas of experience. I am a member of St. Michael Parish.

Year Hired: 2010

Education

BME, Elementary Certification

Experience

I have been teaching for over 27 years. I've taught grades K-3. I enjoy reading, gardening, and all types of music.

Year Hired: 2002

Year Hired: 2018

Education

BA from St. Martin's University and working toward MED

Experience

Shortly after completing my student-teaching experience, I joined the parish and school staff in a dual role as Steward for EDGE and Campus Ministry. That same summer I married my wonderful husband, Rex. After seven years in that role, I job-shared as a middle school teacher before joining the school staff full-time.

Year Hired: 2010

Education

BA in Finance from Seattle University

Year Hired: 2016

Education

BA Elementary Education (K-8) Mathematics (4-12) St Martins College

Experience

My husband Ron and I have four daughters, all of whom have attended St. Michael Parish School. I graduated from St. Martins in 1993 and have been teaching at St. Mikes since then. I taught 1st and 2nd grade and a year of Middle School math before settling in as the kindergarten teacher. There is no place I'd rather be!

Year Hired: 1993

Education

Masters in Education

Experience

I came to St. Michael Parish School in 1999 where my first position was as the Kindergarten Aide. During this time, I attended St. Martin’s University to earn my Masters in Teaching degree. I have been the Third grade teacher at St. Michael Parish since 2002. My employment prior to teaching third grade at St. Michael Parish School included working for the state of Washington, operating an in-home childcare for many children from infant to elementary school-aged, and working as an assistant preschool teacher. My husband and I are graduates of WSU and have two sons who are graduates of St. Michael Parish School.

Year Hired: 1999

Education

BA in Education from St. Martin's College May 1999/Masters in Education from St. Martin's University May 2011

Experience

I student taught in the spring of 1999 in 3rd Grade at St. Michael. I then graduated from St. Martin's College in May of 1999 in a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education. Right after graduation I accepted the best job in the world as 2nd Grade teacher at St. Michael, where I am now on my 19 year of teaching. In May of 2011 I graduated from St. Martin's University with a Masters degree in Education with an emphasis on reading. Besides teaching, I enjoy spending time with my husband and 6 year old son (who is currently in Kindergarten at St. Michael).

Year Hired: 1999

Education

Business Administration (Bachelors of Arts)

Experience

I am married and have five children. Our youngest Amy is currently enrolled at St. Mikes. I really enjoy working at St. Michael Parish School.

Year Hired: 2015

Education

Master of Education

Experience

My family and I joined the parish in 2000. My wife grew up in the parish. I am originally from Seaside, OR. We have 10 children: Emily, Luke, Andrew, Noah, Grace, Sophie, Lucy, Katherine, Nathan, and Dominic. My favorite class to teach is religion and I enjoy the energy and enthusiasm of our students.

Year Hired: 2012

Education

B.A. Music/Percussion Pedagogy- CWU 2003

Experience

Theresa grew up in Waterville, WA. After college, she and her husband spent three years in Annapolis, MD, where she taught percussion at Anne Arundel Community College, and also held the post of section leader for the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra. In 2007 she moved back to the beautiful Pacific Northwest and continued to teach music and play drums/sing professionally. She also began a long career as Recreational Director at Black Hills Gymnastics. In 2010, she and her husband were blessed with a perfect baby boy, who currently attends school here at St. Mike’s. In 2014 she was hired by St. Michael Parish School as the band director, and has loved every moment of it since. She is also the director of the Extended Care Program for the school. In addition to her duties at St. Mike’s, Theresa currently is actively involved in the Tenino Young-at-Heart Theatre, the Olympia Family Theatre, and the Olympia Family Trio. Here are a few of her favorite things: Musical theatre, Circus’s, Gymnastics, Camping, Hiking, Writing children’s stories with her son, and volunteering at both the Food Bank and Olympia Senior Center.

Year Hired: 2014

Passions/Interests

I have one son and daughter in law and three grandsons. I like to kayak and go on day/weekend trips. I also like to play with my grandsons.

Year Hired: 1994