Back row: Emma Rosa , Jamie Wigley , Kathy Stageberg, Cindy Twining
Front row: Jennifer
Eichen, Veronica Cantu , Mary Reeves
Education:
BA in Human Resources from Michigan
Teaching Certificate. Early Childhood from UNT
Years in Education: 13
Family: 3
Kids in College:
Ryan, 25, at OU
Cory, 23, at Texas Tech
Taylor, 20, at CCCC
Interests/Hobbies:
Sing in Church Choir, Youth Counselor (12th grade) church,
Raise money for Autism Treatment Center, Photography, dancing, seadooing
If I hadn’t been a teacher,
I would have been a therapist because this job and
my personal life have prepared me for it.
Interesting facts
about me:
I learned to wake board at 47 years old.
I love being with my kids!
Education:
BS in Secondary Education with a major in History from Wichita
State University. Elementary Certification from Texas A&M in Commerce.
PACE Certification from North Texas State University.
Years in Education: 21
Family: Husband:
Dale- Electrical Engineer
Daughter: Melissa- Graduate of Texas Tech
Son: David
2 cats: Stormy and Stinker
Interests/Hobbies: Traveling, Music, Reading
If I hadn’t been a teacher,
I would have been an Interior Decorator because I love
to work with colors, decorate, and shop!
Interesting Facts
About Me:
I was a mom at Christie before I was a teacher.
Both my kids went to Christie, Carpenter, Clark, and PESH.
I was Carnival Chairman V.P and President of the PTA
I remember when we were the “Christie Cavaliers”
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree-Stephen F. Austin State University (History)
Region X Certification 4-8
Years in Education: 3
Family: Mom (Karen), Dad (Randy), Brother (Scott)
Interests/Hobbies: Reading, Traveling, Habitat For Humanity
If I hadn’t been a teacher, I would have been an event planner becuase I love to plan parties!!
Interesting
facts about me:
I traveled to New Zealand two years ago to build a house with Habitat for
Humanity.
I can’t wait to do it again, maybe next time in Africa?
Education: B.A. Elementary Education @ the University of Guam
Years in Education: 8 years
Family: Wife
to an extremely supportive husband;
mother of two amazingly inquisitive beautiful girls;
sister to a woman of unique virtue;
daughter to reverently compassionate parents.
Interests: Time with family, bargain shopping, singing and dancing.
If I hadn’t been a teacher, I would have been a business owner.
Why? My best friend and I contemplated starting a business together
after graduating from high school.
Interesting Facts
About Me:
* Born and raised on the island of Guam.
* Was an accomplished alto singer during high school.
* Good luck finding me in my classroom since my height blends in so well with my students!
Education: Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies specializing
in EC-4 from University of North Texas.
Years in Education: 1st year
Family: Dad (Larry), Mom (Ginny), Brothers (Jeremy and Josh),
and fiance (Scott). I also have 2 dogs named Blackjack and Oscar.
Interests/Hobbies: Traveling, camping, and spending time with family and friends.
If I hadn’t
been a teacher, I would have been a detective because I love to
solve mysteries, look for clues, and analyze everything.
Interesting
facts about me:
I actually went to Christie Elementary during my kindergarten and first grade year.
Education: B.S. in Biology
Certifications: EC-4, 4-8, ESL EC-8
Years in Education: 1 year
Family: not married. I have 3 older brothers and one younger sister. My
only wish is that they lived closer to me.
Interests/Hobbies: I enjoy going to the movies, hanging out with my friends, and
cheering for my Texas Longhorns. I also love to take my sweet dog, Amara, to the dog park.
If I hadn’t
been a teacher, I would have been I was previously a research study coordinator and
left to pursue a new career as a teacher. I love it so much that I can't imagine
leaving the best profession to do anything else.
Interesting
facts about me:
I travelled on a bus with other students and my brother to Mexico from Dallas.
In Tampico, we stayed with host families. It was very interesting and fun.
Education: B.A. in History with Elementary Certification, ESL Certification,
University of Texas, Arlington
Years in Education: 8
Family: I have been married to my husband Toby for 9 years. We have a
5 year old son Tyler who is in Kindergarten here at Christie. We also have a
dog named Ellie.
Interests/Hobbies: Scrapbooking, photography, going out to eath with
my family, watching Tyler play soccer and baseball.
If I hadn’t been a teacher, I would have been: a physical therapist.
Why? I love helping peopl overcome great challenges.
Interesting
facts about me:
I took piano lessons for 5 years when I was younger.
Playing the piano helps me to relax on those busy, hectic days.
I love to spend time near the mountains in Colorado every summer!