Student Bios
Danforth 16, 2003-04
Anissa Bashey
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Chinook Middle School
Bellevue School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BA Political Science
Pacific Oaks College: Teaching Certificate & MA - Human Development. National Board Certification - MC/Generalist.
Previous Experience:
For eight years I taught 2nd and 3rd grade students at Somerset Elementary School in Bellevue, Washington. During this time I served as the Literacy Leader, Lesson Study Leader and Technology Leader for Somerset.
Professional Goal:
My goal is to become an elementary principal or middle school assistant principal. I want to serve as an instructional leader who works effectively with staff, students and parents to create a shared vision of high academic standards and success for all students.
Stan Boline
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Black Diamond Elementary
Enumclaw School District
Academic Background:
Pacific Lutheran University, BBA, Marketing
M.I.T.
Evergreen State College
Previous Experience:
I have taught in the Enumclaw School District for ten years, having taught second through sixth grades. During this time I have served on the district's Writing Committee, Assessment Committee, Literacy Leadership Academy, and played an active role as a teacher/counselor for the district's Summer Literacy Camp.
Professional Goal:
My objective is to be an elementary school principal and lead students, staff, parents, and community in creating a student focused learning environment where all children and adults achieve at high levels.
Cheri Bortleson
Certification:
Initial Principal
Initial Program Administrator
Internship Site:
Bryn Mawr Elementary School Renton School District
Curriculum Department
Bellevue School District
Academic Background:
Central Washington University, BA in Elementary and Special Education, M.Ed.
University of Washington, At-Risk Student Populations
Previous Experience:
I began my teaching career in Sumner as a K-6 Special Education/Title 1 teacher. I have spent the last 6 years teaching on Mercer Island as a K-3 Special Education/Reading Specialist and first grade teacher. I also worked at the district and school level on curriculum and early literacy.
Professional Goal:
To become a school administrator and use my passion for early literacy to help close the achievement gap and provide an excellent and equitable education for each student.
Sandra Bosley
Certification:
Initial Principal
M.Ed
Internship Site:
Meadowdale Elementary
Edmonds School District
International Community School
Lake Washington School District
Academic Background:
Tougaloo College, BA in
City University, MS.M. Ed.
University of Washington, WA.M. Ed.
Previous Experience:
My teaching career began in the Seattle Public School Dist. In 1977. I taught French to 6th-12th graders, and History to 6th-8th graders. I gained valuable administrative experience as a House Administrator on the middle school level, and Assistant Principal and Acting Principal on the elementary school level.
Professional Goal:
My professional goal is to become a Principal. The children are my major focus - what’s best for them, and how we as a team and community of learners can best meet their needs. It is my belief and goal that every child can and will increase their academic ability, thus experiencing success, given a culturally relevant and caring environment.
Jenna Brown
Certification:
Initial Principal
M.Ed.
Internship Sites:
Rock Creek Elementary
Tahoma School District
Academic Background:
UC Davis, BA, Spanish Lit
Bilingual Cred. & Single Subject Span Cred.
Previous Experience:
Willow Spring Elementary - Woodland, CA Bilingual Kindergarten 2 yrs. Horizons Gifted Program Coordinator - Elmira, NY 1 year. Candor Jr. High - Spanish Teacher 3 years. Tukwila School District .5 time kindergarten, .5 Accelerated Schools Project Coach 1 year.
Professional Goal:
As an elementary principal, I intend to lead an urban school through reform focused on creating equitable and enticing learning opportunities for every student. My passion lies in creating trusting relationships with individuals and through those relationships inspire life-long learning in every individual in the school community. I believe that a community of learners who trust each other and who decide together what is best for their school’s future will truly transform school climate and inspire academic excellence.
Kerry Byrnes
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Mercer Middle School
Seattle Public Schools
Academic Background:
University of Colorado, Boulder, BA. Seattle Pacific University, K-8 Certification.
Previous Experience:
I began my career teaching 1st, 3rd and 4th grades at Broadous Elementary School in The Los Angeles Unified School District. I then spent three years in the Issaquah School District teaching a multiage class at Cougar Ridge Elementary. I currently work at Washington Middle School in Seattle where I teach 6th Grade Language Arts and Social Studies. As the Co-Chair of our Gates Leadership Team, I am actively involved in transforming our school with the goal of eliminating the achievement gap.
Professional Goal:
To become a principal in an urban school who drives needed change that eliminates the achievement gap by working collaboratively to provide an equitable, engaging and meaningful education for all of our students. High expectations for all.
Sean Cassidy
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Site:
Pine Lake Middle School
Issaquah School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BA (English),
University of Washington, MIT (Secondary gr. 4-12)
Previous Experience:
I teach 8th grade Humanities and have coached several sports at Pine Lake Middle School. Currently, I am a Program Assistant with Athletic Director responsibilities, Social Studies Chairperson, ITBS/WASL Testing Coordinator and a member of our Guidance Team (MDT), Site Council and Assessment Team. I have also worked extensively on classroom management strategies, mediating discipline issues and integrating technology into the LA/SS curriculum.
Professional Goal:
My immediate professional goal is to become an assistant principal at the middle school/junior high level. These students bring a tremendous amount of spirit and energy to schools that can be harnessed into a positive force with action, fairness, rigor and love. I look forward to working with colleagues to develop a school community where mutual trust, clear communication, reflective instructional practices and fiscal responsibility are cornerstones in the continual process of striving to achieve high standards for all.
Teri Clifford
Certification:
Initial Principal
Initial Program Administrator
Internship Sites:
McClure Middle School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
Cornell University, Ithaca New York, BA & MA
University of Washington
Previous Experience:
I have over 20 years experience in education as a psychologist, a preschool special education teacher, and an administrator at the state, city and local level. I currently work at the Puget Sound Educational Service District as a Director in the Department of Learning and Teaching. In this position, over the last 10 years, I have worked closely with administrators and educators in school districts in King and Pierce Counties providing onsite assistance and professional development, leadership programs, policy analysis, early literacy training, grant writing and program development.
I have served on the Washington State Governor's Commission on Early Learning (1999), The OSPI Early Literacy Task Force (1999), The Washington State Improvement Plan Grant Planning Committee (2002), The OSPI Special Education Strategic Planning Advisory Committee (2000), The KCTS Misunderstood Minds Advisory Committee (2001), The Washington State Autism Task Force (1999) and the Advisory Board for the Personnel Preparation Grant for Enhancing the Parent-Child Relationship. I have been a trainer for the Washington State Foundations for Learning:
Safe and Civil Schools Project (2001).
Professional Goal:
I have a deep commitment to working with diverse communities to create powerful educational programs for children and their families. My goal is to empower educational staff to motivate all learners. I would like to focus on the human side of school reform by balancing realistic expectations and accountability within a foundation of relationships and learning communities. My professional goal is to be an elementary or middle school principal.
Jim Corsetti
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Sonoji Sakai Intermediate School Bainbridge Island School District
Woodward Middle School,
Bainbridge Island School District
Academic Background:
University of California at Santa Barbara
Lesley College, Chapman University, BA in Environmental Studies. M.S. Environmental Education.
Teaching Certificate: K-8 Elementary, and 4-12 Science and Language Arts.
Previous Experience:
My current position is the Assistant Principal role at Sonoji Sakai Intermediate in the Bainbridge Island School District. I am fulfilling this role as a "Teacher on Special Assignment" as I earn my credits for the principal's certificate. I am responsible for all the duties of assistant principal, except for those situations where a credentialed administrator's signature is needed. I am a leader on BISD's Assessment Training Team, which is responsible for the professional development of teachers in formative assessment practices to drive student learning. As an educational leader, I enjoy the inquiry process into problems/issues, and working with all stakeholders to identify needs, and work towards solutions. I have been a teacher for eight years, teaching 4th, 5th, and 6th grade. For the last four years, I've taught 6th grade science and language arts at Sakai Intermediate on Bainbridge Island. I love the blending of literature with the scientific mind, and helping students relate both the factual and the esoteric through writing. My intentions are always to serve every individual in their learning process no matter where they may be in that process, and in turn to model inspiration and passion for learning.
Professional Goal:
My goal is to be an assistant principal and/or principal who leads with integrity and passion. I want to ensure and create equitable opportunities for every student, taking all individual needs into account, and always strive for excellence in education.
Ed Crow
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Mountlake Terrace High School
Edmonds School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BA Communications
University of Washington, BA English
Seattle University, Masters Teaching.
Previous Experience:
I have been in the Seattle School District for four years, all in the Language Arts Department at Rainier Beach High School. I spent two years on the Building Leadership Team and one year as Department Head.
Professional Goal:
My goal is to become a high school principal. I am looking to work in a school that allows teachers to spend more time with fewer students and encourages students to seek answers to challenging questions.
Maria Frieboes
Certification:
Initial Principal
Initial Program Administrator
Internship Sites:
Bellevue School District Office
Bellevue School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BS Botany
Previous Experience:
I began teaching science and math in Oak Harbor then I moved to Mount Vernon School District where I have taught science and math at the middle and high school level. Currently I am the science department head at Mount Vernon HS and teach Biology and Chemistry. I also work extensively on district K-12 science curriculum development and adoption.
Professional Goal:
To promote excellence in education for all students through well designed curriculum and program delivery. To be most effective, on a broad scale, I want to work as a secondary level administrator and/or curriculum director.
Veronica Gallardo
Certification:
Initial Principal
M.Ed
Internship Sites:
John Hay Elementary School
Seattle School District
Dunlap Elementary School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington
Previous Experience:
I have taught 4th and 6th grade levels in the Northshore School District for 6 years. Currently, I am an Intermediate Department Head at my school and a facilitator for DMI at the district level.
Professional Goal:
My professional goals are to become a elementary or middle school principal. My professional goal is to be part of school community that promotes diversity and provides a rich learning environment for students and staff.
Diane Goodwin
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Site:
North City Elementary School
Shoreline School District
Curriculum & Instruction
Shoreline School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BA International Studies
Seattle University, Master in Teaching
Previous Experience:
I have a background in English as a second language instruction, special education and Title I remedial instruction. I am experienced in specialized instruction for both reading and mathematics grades K-6. I represented certificated staff on the professional development committee for 2 years. I have participated in a district-wide elementary reading curriculum adoption. I am currently co-facilitating a reading curriculum adoption for struggling readers at the secondary level.
Professional Goal:
I want to hold a position of leadership where I can make a difference for kids. My forte is working with special populations. I am skilled at modification of curriculum and instruction for students with language and/or learning delays. I look forward to being an instructional leader who can support ongoing work of excellent teachers.
Shelley Habenicht
Certification:
Initial Principal
M.Ed
Internship Sites:
Thoreau Elementary School
Lake Washington School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BA. in German Area Studies
Western Washington University, K-8 Certificate, Seattle Urban Teacher Education Program
Previous Experience:
Before obtaining my teaching certificate, I taught beginning German to adults, I substituted in the American Junior High in Schweinfurt, Germany, and then I taught second grade for two years in a private school. After earning my certificate, I spent a year substituting and then worked for 5 years teaching first and second grade in Lake Washington School District. During those years I took on various leadership projects within my school, including work as a Building Leader and facilitator for Developing Mathematical Ideas (DMI). I also served as leader of my school's math committee.
Professional Goal:
My goal is to become the principal of an elementary school. In my classroom, it has been my goal to make school a place of success for all my students, especially those who need a little more time and help. As a principal, I will strive to make my building a place where EVERY student can feel successful.
Katie Hartenbach
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Daniel Bagley Elementary
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
University of Colorado, BA, History
University of Colorado, Master of Arts, Curriculum and Instruction
Previous Experience:
I have taught 2nd -5th grades for the past eight years, three in Colorado and the last five years in Seattle. In addition, for the last five years, I have served in many leadership positions. I am a member of my Building Leadership Team; I have facilitated many professional developments classes for the district including Curriculum Mapping, Reform Mathematics, and Developing Mathematical Ideas (DMI). Also, I am a consultant for Scott Foresman Publishing.
Professional Goal:
I firmly believe learning never stops. I want to be an elementary principal that facilitates creating a community where the love of learning and the belief that everyone (students, teachers and community) can achieve success is cherished and nurtured.
Richard Hill
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Hamilton Middle School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
BS Political Science. M.ED.
Previous Experience:
My previous professional experience was when I worked for the University of Washington as a resource teacher developing and coordinating environmental health curriculum for schools in the area. I served as a resource for the community on health issues relating to the environment and provided students with an understanding of the complex issues surrounding scientific concepts. I taught math and science at McClure Middle School and helped students explore science and math activities actively and creatively. When I first came to Seattle I worked for the Seattle Parks and Recreation where I helped design activities for kids after school and during the summer. Shortly after I came to work as a research assistant and a counselor for YouthCare (a non-profit private group in Seattle working to make life better for homeless kids) where I advocated services for homeless youth.
Professional Goal:
My goal is to be a principal of a diverse school where I can help contribute to the elimination of the achievement gap.
Kim Kinzer
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Pacific Crest Montessori (Pre-K-8)
School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BA English.
Seattle University, M.I.T.
Previous Experience:
I have taught English, writing, social studies, literature, mentor/advisory groups for the past ten and a half years in both middle school and high school. I have been immersed in the writing community in Seattle for the past 5-6 years and have pursued classes at the Richard Hugo House and at the UW's Puget Sound Writing Program.
I have taught a wide variety of classes-from U.S. Citizenship to University of Washington Composition in both a public and private setting. The first five years of my teaching career was spent with the Lake Washington School District teaching middle school and high school. For the past five and a half years I have worked in a Montessori Middle school environment, working with adolescents on writing, social studies, occupations and mentor groups. While working in the Montessori environment I have had the opportunity to travel to Montessori conferences to present workshops to other Montessori teachers on process writing and creative writing with adolescents. Currently I am teaching Writer's Workshop and social studies part-time while pursuing the principal certification at the University of Washington.
Professional Goal:
I am interested in the opportunity to continue to work with children and colleagues to help continue (or create) student-centered, instructionally sound and positive schools that meet all children's needs. I am very passionate about writing and helping students write well. I am interested in a position as an Assistant Principal in an elementary, K-8 or middle school. I am also interested in working at the district level to improve writing strategies and processes to help create more success for children with writing and language.
Gerrit Kischner
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Site:
TOPS School
Seattle School District
Mountlake Terrace High School
Edmonds School District
Academic Background:
Swarthmore College, B.A. (Political Science)
University of Washington, M. Ed. (Social Studies)
Previous Experience:
I am grateful to have gained perspective shaped by a wide variety of experiences as an educator spanning three continents. I began working with community education projects in Brazil (1990) and then completed my student teaching at Turner Middle School in Philadelphia Public Schools (1991). Later, I taught 8th grade social studies at RJ Grey Jr. High in Acton, Massachusetts (1992-94), and then moved abroad to teach 8th grade humanities at the International School Manila (1994-1996) and fall in love with Southeast Asia. Most recently, I returned to my hometown Seattle and taught 9th grade Pacific Rim Studies (LA/SS block) and established a nationally-awarded culminating project program (CAPstone: Citizen Action Project) at Kamiakin Jr. High in the Lake Washington School District (1996-2003). Co-authored "Creating Global Classrooms," Educational Leadership, October 2002.
Professional Goal:
I am seeking a middle school (or junior high) leadership position that will allow me to continue to pursue my interest in developing the teaching profession as one that puts teachers and good instruction at the forefront of school improvement.
Robin Lawlor
Certification:
Initial Principal
Initial Program Administrator
Internship Sites:
Special Services
Tahoma School District
Cedar River Middle School
Tahoma School District
Academic Background:
Chico State University, California, BA
University of Washington, M.Ed.
Previous Experience:
I am in my fifteenth year in public education. I was a school psychologist for 12 years in the Tahoma School District and am in my third year as a special education and alternative education coordinator in the same district. I have also worked in social services and in private education administration.
Professional Goal:
It is my intention to serve in an administrative role as a leader committed to shared effort among general educators, special educators and those working in traditional and non-traditional programs to meet the needs of all students. I am interested in special education program administration and/or alternative education administration. I enjoy group facilitation and collaborative problem-solving.
Cheryl Lydon
Certification:
Initial Principal
Initial Program Administrator
Internship Sites:
Bryant Elementary School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
Washington State University, BS Biology
Western Washington University, MS Science Education
Previous Experience:
I began my career as a middle school science and math teacher at St. John School in Seattle. I moved to Pacific Science Center where I've worked as a traveling teacher in their Science on Wheels program, as a teacher educator leading Institutes for Outstanding Science Education. Currently, I assist Washington State school district leaders as the Washington State LASER (Leadership & Assistance in Science Education Reform) Program Director.
Professional Goal:
My goal is to move into leadership in a public school or central office. I want to use my diverse experiences to affect positive change for all students, teachers and families in the school community.
Amy McCue
Certification:
Initial Principal
Initial Program Administrator.
Internship Sites:
Cedar Valley K-8 School
Edmonds School District
Academic Background:
University of Notre Dame, BA
University of Washington, M.S.W. & M.Ed
Previous Experience:
Within the Shoreline School District, I have held exciting leadership roles such as: Program manager of a special education serving students with emotional/ behavioral challenges, Coordinator of a federal grant through the UW special Education Dept., Principal Designee, Leader of school committees that address positive behavioral interventions, diversity issues, emergency protocols and parent-community connections. Prior to this, I worked for 6 years as a community social worker advocating on behalf of children and families experiencing the challenges of homelessness, economic disparity, mental health issues and/or violence.
Professional Goal:
I seek an administrative position in a school where I can promote justice and enhance the quality of education for every student. I feel passionate about working with a creative and supportive team who believe that the success of all children can be achieved through hard work and commitment. I am committed to helping students achieve a well-rounded education through the exploration of their artistic, athletic, cultural and emotional aspects of themselves.
Patricia McLean
Certification:
Initial Principal
Initial Program Administrator
Internship Sites:
Catherine Blaine K-8
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BA
Fellowships: 2 National Endowment for the Humanities; Harvard and Brown Universities, Rockefeller Universite de Paris IV, Ministre d’Exterieur- Services Culturels, Universite de Nice, American Bar Association Fellow, University of Chicago Law School, paid sabbatical Bellevue School District, Universite de Paris IV.
Previous Experience:
Administrative intern (K-8), professional development coach, creator of a new school, experienced teacher and curriculum specialist providing leadership in transformation, increasing instructional capacity, collaboration, personalized learning communities and diversity. Specific curriculum expertise in second language acquisition, and integration of international and interdisciplinary curricula.
Professional Goal:
Principal. Primary educational interests are in: intercultural, interdisciplinary and international curricula, schools and districts with a strong emphasis on equity, professional learning communities, researched based school reform, authentic pedagogy, culturally responsive teaching and learning. I value integrity, ethical behavior and human understanding.
Core Values:
I believe in; equitable access to quality instruction and rigorous curricula, personalization of school experience, shared decision-making and classroom instruction based on current research and contextual data, collaboration in a climate of trust, mutual respect and responsibility, open communication, patience and understanding, and school as a place where the primary activity is learning for both students and adults.
Melonie Miller
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Kimball Elementary School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
University of California, Santa Cru, BAz.
University of Oregon, MA
Previous Experience:
Years after entering the field of education as a bilingual instructional assistant and high school girls soccer coach, I began my teaching career in 1992. I have taught in California, Wisconsin, Texas, and of course, in Washington. In 2000, I settled permanently in Seattle, and have been teaching at Madison Middle School since then. In addition to teaching for over 10 years, I have consistently been involved in leadership, particularly in efforts to close the achievement gap. My leadership experiences include serving as team leader, coordinating the minority student achievement committee, Critical Friends coaching, facilitating Courageous Conversations, coordinating the Teacher Partner program, presenting at the Seattle Public Schools Middle School Conference, serving as secretary of the school site council, co-coordinating the Gap Tutoring program, and participating on a district committee for IEP reform.
Professional Goal:
My goal is to become a principal and join a school in meeting the challenges involved in the constant process of improvement. I am particularly passionate about issues of social justice, and am dedicated to equity and excellence for all students.
Ed Noh
Certification:
Initial Principal
M.Ed.
Internship Sites:
John Stanford International School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
San Francisco State University, BA. Cultural Anthropology
California State University, Hayward, Teaching Certification
Previous Experience:
My teaching experience began as a short-term missionary in Japan as a language teacher, while studying as an undergraduate. Although I have never formally taught before that time, I quickly found myself enveloped in the life of teaching—and loving every moment of it! Upon my return and graduation, I began my career in Kindergarten at a private school in San Francisco . I then taught 7th grade math at a Jr/Sr High School in New Jersey as well as having a one-year teaching experience in Tokyo, Japan at an international school. Since moving to Washington in 1997, I have taught a 4 th , 4/5 and 5 th grade in the Bellevue School District, and most recently a 4 th and 4/5 multi-age grade at T.T. Minor Elementary in the Seattle Public Schools.
Professional Goal:
My goal as a professional educator is to strive to be a building leader personally committed to life-long learning in the field of education in order to implement best practices and represent best interests for both students and the school community as a whole.
Maggie O'Sullivan
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Madrona K-8 School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
Bowdoin College, BA English
Wesleyan University MA L.S.
Stanford University MA Ed.
Previous Experience:
English Teacher, Foster High School, Tukwila, WA 1997-2003,Department Head English, National Board Certified in English/Language Arts, Equity Committee,Critical Friends' Coach, 9th Grade Team Leader, English/ ESL Teacher, Homestead High School, Cupertino, CA 1996-1997, Instructional Assistant Special Education, Woodinville High School, WA 1995-1996.
Professional Goal:
To lead an urban school community. To improve instructional practices, promote equity, and inspire hope.
Jeff Petty
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Truman High School
Federal Way School District
Academic Background:
Princeton University, BA
Harvard University, M.Ed
Previous Experience:
Outdoor leadership instructor and administrator, National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) roughly 1988-97. High school teacher and other roles, Boston and Seattle, roughly 1995-2000.Charter school and district (re: charters) consultant, California, 1999-2001. New school incubator consultant with the Center on Reinventing Public Education (CRPE) at University of Washington, 2000-2003. School coach for Washington state Gates grantee high schools, 2001-2003.
Professional Goal:
Through the principalship, work to develop a local/regional example of a public high school serving a diverse urban population and realizing high achievement and higher education placement for all students in a way that encourages and assists other people and programs to pursue and surpass the same ideal.
Ramona Pierson
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Madison Middle School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
AA General Ed. BA Psychology/Sociology
MA Education (All but dissertation for PhD in Clinical Psychology)
Previous Experience:
Alvarado Elementary School, San Francisco, 1st Grade Student teacher (2002-2003)
Martin Elementary School, South San Francisco, 3rd Grade (2001-2002)
Reading Recovery Volunteer: Alvarado Elementary School
Psychotherapist, VAMC, San Francisco, PTSD Program, PCT Unit (2000-2002)
Psychotherapist, UCSF, AIDS Health Project (1999-2000)
Neurological Research, Palo Alto Brain Center VAMC, first author for research (1999-2001)
Psychological Trainee, Gronowski Clinic, Pacific Graduate School of Psychology (1998-1999)
Professional Goal:
To work in an administrator’s position as I work towards my goal to become a head principal for a school in the Seattle School District. I believe with my background and training in clinical and neuropathology, I bring a unique understanding of emotional and cognitive correlates that influence academic functioning, and social and individual behavior.
Francis Redmon
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Nathan Hale School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
St. Norbert College
Previous Experience:
De Pere High School Physics, Physical Science Teacher, Theatrical Director. Newport High School, Physics, Integrated Science Teacher.
Professional Goal:
To become an educational leader, striving to collaborate with teachers, students, staff, and community members to change education in our public schools. It is essential that we ensure every student has exposure to an equitable and excellent education.
Carrie Sunstrom
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Pioneer Elementary School
Olympia School District
Washington Middle School Olympia School District
Academic Background:
University of Houston, BA
University of Washington, MLA
Previous Experience:
From 9th through 12th grade I was a history teacher for 5 years at Milby High School in the Houston Independent School District. A coordinator for High School Relations at The Evergreen State College, and middle and upper school history teacher at Charles Wright Academy in Tacoma, Washington. After earning a Master of Landscape Architecture degree (UW 1996), I have worked as a designer at the Washington State Department of Transportation for the past 6 years. In this professional capacity, I have had the opportunity to work closely with students on environmental projects.
Professional Goal:
Elementary or middle school principal in a public school. I am committed to strengthening schools through community involvement, and building meaningful partnerships that enrich learning.
Laura Tollefson
Certification:
Initial Principal
Initial Program Administrator
M.Ed.
Internship Sites:
Enatai Elementary School
Bellevue School District
Curriculum Department
Bellevue School District
Academic Background:
Seattle Pacific University, BA
Previous Experience:
I began my teaching career in the Bellevue School District at Somerset Elementary School in 1993. I taught first, second and third grade for 8 years before taking the position of Elementary Curriculum Specialist. In my current position I support teachers in curricular work in several elementary schools within the district.
Professional Goal:
My professional goals include becoming a building administrator at the Elementary level. In that position, I want to work toward the education of all students in a community that supports students reaching their highest potential.
Susan Toth
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Salmon Bay K-8 School
Seattle School District
Aki Kurose Middle School
Seattle School District
Academic Background:
University of Washington, BA in History and English
Seattle University, Masters in Teaching
Previous Experience:
I began my career teaching at Madison Middle School and have been there ever since. While at Madison I’ve not only had the privilege to teach fantastic students, I have also thoroughly enjoyed participating in the dynamic work of school transformation as a teacher-leader. I have served as a team leader, helped to lead the design work of the school renovation project, and served on the site council and academic achievement committee. As a member of many district level committees focused on supporting student learning I've had a chance to be an advocate for all of Seattle's students.
Professional Goal:
My goal is to become a school leader and serve as an advocate for all children so that each and every child can achieve excellence in learning. I want to help foster and lead school environments which ensure that the values of equity and excellence are demonstrated through the learning opportunities that are created for all children.
Sarah Wallick
Certification:
Initial Principal
Internship Sites:
Tillicum Middle School
Bellevue School District
Academic Background:
California State University, Stanislaus, BS Mathematics
Preliminary Teaching Certificate, K-12 Mathematic
Professional Teaching Certificate, K-12 Mathematics
Previous Experience:
Fourteen years of experience teaching mathematics in grades 6-12. I have considerable experience in schools with diverse populations including inner-city and migrant youth.
Professional Goal:
To become a building administrator in a school that is rich with cultural diversity. I view the school as an integral part of the community at large. In partnership with the community, we can fulfill the goal of a quality education for all learners.
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