Welcome, New Staff!
2026-27 School Year
Mrs. Cidra Boudica
From Dallas, Texas!
Master of Education from University of Texas - Austin
Industrial Arts
Mrs. Stephanie Brown
From Dafter, Michigan!
Bachelor of Language and Literature from Grand Valley State University
First Grade – Long Term Substitute
Mrs. Margaret Duffy
From Jacksonville, Florida!
Bachelor of Elementary Education from the University of Florida
Kindergarten
Mrs. Laura Harland
From Ruby, Michigan, !
Master of Special Education from Marygrove College
Secondary Special Education
Mr. Andrew Horne
From Southampton, New Jersey!
Custodial Staff
Miss Leah Martini
From Baltimore, Maryland!
Elementary Paraprofessional
Welcome, Returning Faculty & Staff!
2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR
Mr. John Akkenan
From RACO, MICHIGAN!
Transportation – Olaf Bus
Ms. Ashley Anderson
From SAULT STE MARIE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Social Work from Michigan State University, Master of Social Work from the University of South Carolina
EUP ISD Social Worker
Mrs. Emily Baker
From MIDLAND, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in English, American Language & Literature for Secondary Ed from Eastern Michigan University, Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction from American College
English 9, English 11, English 12
Mrs. Rayann Simon (Basawa)
From SAULT STE MARIE, ONTARIO!
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Lake Superior State University, Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse
School Wellness Program – Nurse
Mr. David Basler
From GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Finance from the University of Montevallo
K-6 Paraprofessional
Mr. Matt Bathey
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Facilities Director
Mrs. Charity Beaudoin
From SAULT STE MARIE, ONTARIO!
Bachelor of Science in History and Social Studies from Lake Superior State University
Civics, United States History, Geography, Economics, Personal Finance
Mr. Bill Beaune
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Central Office Manager
Food Service Director
Mr. James Blackburn
From DECKERVILLE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in Recreation Management, Lake Superior State University, Bachelor of Arts in History and Anthropology, Metropolitan State University of Denver
K-6 Technology
Ms. Rachael Brzezniak
From DAVISON, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in K-12 Music Education from Eastern Michigan University
K-6 Music, Middle School Band,
High School Concert Band
Mr. Henry Boulette
From SAULT STE. MARIE, ONTARIO!
Custodian
Mrs. Claudine Cameron
From DES PLAINES, ILLINOIS!
Bachelor of Science in Education from Northern Michigan University, Master of Science in Curriculum & Instruction from Western Governors University
7th & 8th Grade Mathematics, Algebra I
Mrs. Jenna Caraccio
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Associate of Interior Design from Bauder College
Senior Administrative Assistant, Central Office
Mr. Dylan Carrick
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Associate in Business and Native Studies from Bay Mills Community College
Ojibwe Language, Native Studies, Title VI Coordinator
Mrs. Kim Carrick
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Food Service
Ms. Hanah Carter
From PELLSTON, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science from Northern Michigan University, Master of Science from Arkansas State University
K-6 Physical Education
Mrs. Siri Christie
From MARYSVILLE, WASHINGTON!
Associate of Arts and Sciences
Paraprofessional
Mr. Hugh Clarke
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education & Social Studies from Spring Arbor University, Master of Education Admin from Northern Michigan University
Elementary Principal
Mr. Dustin Conley
From SAULT STE MARIE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science from Lake Superior State University
Sixth Grade Math, Science, & Social Studies
Mrs. Heidi Courser
From DAFTER, MICHIGAN!
Paraprofessional/Library Aide
Ms. Ashley Cranick
From PELLSTON, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Arts from Lake Superior State University
Middle School Paraprofessional
Mr. Walter DeGruyter
From WILIAMSTON, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education & Health from Grand Valley State University
MS/HS Physical Education, Health, Fitness
Mrs. Megan Dell
From PICKFORD, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Elementary Education from Western Governors University
Fifth Grade Math & Science
Mr. Nick Dell
From NEW BALTIMORE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Natural Science, Fire Science, and Recreation Management from Lake Superior State University
Biology, Physics
Mrs. Sally DeMolen
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Business from Lake Superior State University, Master of Education Technology from Walden University, Master of School Counseling from Grand Valley State University
K-12 School Counselor
Mr. Eiljah DePew
From Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan!
Custodian / Transportation Sub
Ms. Zuzanna Duchacek
From BRNO, CZECH REPUBLIC!
Bachelor of Science from University of Southern Mississippi, Bachelor of Mathematics from William Carrey College
Algebra II, AP Calculus AB
Mrs. Sheila Eckerle
From HOWELL, MICHIGAN!
Paraprofessional/Classroom Aide
Mrs. Dana Galarowic
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Western Michigan University
Elementary Reading/Math Intervention, Advanced Math
Mrs. Amanda Gaynier
From SOUTHGATE, MICHIGAN!
Master in Special Education from Grand Canyon University
Elementary Special Education
Mrs. Lauren Gravelle
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary English Education from Grand Valley State University
Middle School ELA, Reading Intervention
Mrs. Becky Harding
From COMMERCE CITY, COLORADO!
Food Service
Mrs. Angela Hascall
From CEDARVILLE, MICHIGAN!
Administrative Assistant, Elementary Office
Mrs. Emily Hill
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in Education from Lake Superior State University
Reading Intervention
Ms. Trina Holm
From CHARLEVOIX, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science from Western Michigan University
Spanish I, Spanish II, English 10
Mr. Jason Hoornstra
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Transportation – Road Runner Bus
Mrs. Alexia Jarvi
From SAULT STE MARIE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Lake Superior State University, Master of Science in Curriculum & Design from Western Governors University
Third Grade
Mrs. Leanne Kleiber
From PETOSKEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Lake Superior State University
Second Grade
Mr. Brian Komejan
From RUDYARD, MICHIGAN!
Technology Coordinator
Ms. Stephanie LeBlanc
From SANTA CRUZ, CALIFORNIA!
Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Phoenix University
Accounting, Intro to Computers, Computer Information Systems, Computer Applications, Yearbook
Mrs. Heather Leep
From HIGHLAND, INDIANA!
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Trinity Christian College, Master of School Administration from Concordia University
First Grade
Mrs. Amanda Lounds
From RUDYARD, MICHIGAN!
Food Service
Mrs. Christen Lounds
From SAULT STE MARIE, MICHIGAN!
Associate in Education from Bay Mills Community College
Elementary Paraprofessional
Mr. Mark Lounds
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Maintenance Director
Mrs. Shaunna MacDonald
From PICKFORD, MICHIGAN!
Master of Arts in Speech Therapy from Michigan State University
Speech Language Therapy
Mrs. Sarah McDowell
From RUDYARD, MICHIGAN!
ISD Special Education Supervisor
Mrs. Billi Jo McGuire
From TRENARY, MICHIGAN!
Secondary Paraprofessional
Ms. Melissa Moore
From RUDYARD, MICHIGAN!
Associate of Business Administration from Bay Mills Community College
Administrative Assistant,
MS/HS Office
Mr. Aaron Noordhoek
From GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Arts & Master of Education from Grand Valley State University
MS/HS Principal
Mrs. Josi Nousen
From CEDAR SPRINGS, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in Language Arts for Elementary Education from Lake Superior State University
First Grade
Mrs. Peggy Osborne
From SAULT STE. MARIE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Arts from Western Michigan University, Master of Arts from Central Michigan University
MS Science & Kitchen Sciences
Mrs. Jill Peller
From SAULT STE MARIE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science from Lake Superior State University, Master of Learning Disabilities from Northern Michigan University
Third Grade
Mrs. Vicki Pomeroy
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Associate of Arts of Education from Bay Mills Community College
Applied Chemistry, Applied Mathematics, Geometry
Mr. Zac Rambo
From SAULT STE. MARIE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science from Friends University
Kindergarten
Mrs. Alyssia Rogers
From RUDYARD, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science for Elementary Education from Ferris State University, Associate in Communication from Bay Mills Community College
Fourth Grade
Mrs. Annie Rutledge
From PICKFORD, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science from Ferris State University
Fifth Grade ELA & Social Studies
Mrs. Jade Seelye
From HERSEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in Sociology from Lake Superior State University, Master of Social Work from the University of Minnesota Duluth
School Wellness Program – Mental Health Therapist
Mrs. Jackie Sellick
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Arts from Aquinas College, Master of Arts in Education from Northern Michigan University
Second Grade
Mr. Carter Smithson
From NEWBERRY, MICHIGAN!
Custodian
Ms. Robin Sorquist
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Fine Arts from Central Michigan University, Bachelor of Arts in Art Education from University of North Carolina at Pembrooke
K-12 Art
Ms. Sara Spychalski
From PETOSKEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science in History and Secondary Education from Calvin University
7th Grade World History, 8th Grade American History, HS World History
Mrs. Carrie Stacy
From LIBERTYVILLE, ILLINOIS!
Bachelor of Arts from Carthage College
Sixth Grade Reading / ELA & Social Studies
Mr. Tom Suggitt
From SAULT STE MARIE, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Science from Northern Michigan University, Master of Educational Leadership from Walden University
BAS Superintendent
Ms. Denise Sweeney
From BRIMLEY, MICHIGAN!
Bachelor of Arts from Oakland University. Master of Special Education from Western Governors University.
MS Special Education
Transportation – Tigger Bus
Mr. Martin Wyngaarden
From HOLLAND, MICHIGAN!
Transportation – Big Bird