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C.J.
Sullivan
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BONNIE CAROEN
(906) 524-7365 ext.230
bocaroen@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Bonnie Caroen. I grew up in Amasa, Michigan and graduated from Forest Park in Crystal Falls in 1997. In December 2001 I graduated Cum Laude from Concordia University Wisconsin with a major in Elementary Education and minor in English. I taught one year of 7/8th grade and one semester of 1st grade at Zion Lutheran Academy in Fort Wayne, IN. I have substitute taught the last two years at Forest Park, including a long-term 4th grade placement. My hobbies include "Yooper" sports, such as "camp," camping, boating, swimming, and hiking. I love spending time with my family, especially my niece and new nephew! I hope to visit many historic places in the U.S. I feel so privileged to be a part of C.J. Sullivan Elementary in this beautiful area! |
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CHRISTINE COLLINS
524-6213
ccollins@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Mrs. Collins is the school and public library director. Mrs. Collins is a lifelong resident of L'Anse having attended Sacred Heart School and L'Anse Area School, graduating in 1970. Her teaching career began in 1988 at
Sacred Heart School, and she began teaching at L'Anse Area Schools in 1995. Until the 2008 school year, she taught classes in the Middle and High School. She has always had a love to of reading and been a patron of the public library. When the opportunity presented itself to become the library director, she did not hesitate to apply for the position. She was also a founding member of the Friends of the Library. Her hobbies include lighthouse preservation, reading, cross-country skiing, quilting, spending time at camp, and watching the Green Bay Packer football games with her husband on Sunday afternoons. She has two grown, married sons, Jim and Chris, and three grandchildren. |
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JENNIFER DAVIDSON
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 224
jedavidson@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I am teaching third grade at C.J. Sullivan Elementary. I earned my teaching certification from Oakland University in May of 2005 and I graduated cum laude from Michigan Technological University with a bachelors of science in business administration in May of 2003. At the present time I am working towards a Masters of Reading through Northern Michigan University. In my spare time I enjoy traveling with my husband, being outdoors, reading, and playing with my dog. I live in Hancock, with my husband and my dog Max. |
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CALLIE DELEON
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 221
cadeleon@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Hi. My name is Callie DeLeon and I teach second grade. |
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SHARON EKLUND
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 241
sheklund@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I am originally from the Munising area, but moved to this area about 10 years ago. I presently reside in Baraga. At this time, I am teaching First Grade and enjoying it tremendously. Previously, I taught 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students with Learning Disabilities which was enjoyable, also. I graduated Magna Cum Laude from Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with minors in Social Studies and English. I have completed over 30 credit hours beyond my Bachelor’s degree and attained the L.D. endorsement for my teaching certificate. I enjoy traveling (I’ve been to Spain, Portugal, Germany, France, Finland, and Sweden.) and outdoor sports. |
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JANET GERZETICH
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 225
jagerzeti@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I began my teaching career with the L'Anse Area Schools at the Laird School in Alston. I have taught all levels from kindergarten through fourth grade but am now in my eighteenth year as a second grade teacher. |
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TAMARA HEIKKINEN
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 236
tkheikki@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Tammy Heikkinen. I am currently teaching Kindergarten and have been for the past six years. I am a graduate of Northern Michigan University and a former graduate of Baraga High School. I live with my husband Bob, our two dogs and one cat in Pequaming. Both of our children, Jennifer and Todd, are former graduates of L'Anse High School as is my husband Bob. |
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JAMIE JOHNSON
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 223
jajohnson@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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This is my first year at C. J. Sullivan, and I am currently teaching third grade. My husband and I are new to the area and we reside in Pelkie. We are both originally from Norway, MI, and we also both attended Northern Michigan University. I graduated in May of 2004 with a Bachelor or Science degree majoring in elementary education with minors in English and Fine Arts. Outside of school, I enjoy running road races and painting. |
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KRISTIN MARCZAK
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 234
kjmarcza@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Hello! My name is Kristin Marczak. I am currently teaching Kindergarten at L'Anse Area Schools. This is my first teaching and I am very excited to be a part of such a great school!
I am originally from Bergland, Michigan and graduated from Ewen-Trout Creek High School in 2002. I then attended Northern Michigan University where I received my Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education in December 2006.
I currently reside in L'Anse with my husband Tim. I enjoy taking advantage of all of this area has to offer. Outside of school, I enjoy photography, sports, and being at home with my husband, two cats, and our dog Magnum. |
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CHRISTY MARTA
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 232
chmarta@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I was born and raised in Republic, MI where I still reside with my husband, Tony and my daughters, Madison and Isabelle. I teach 1st grade at the C.J. Sullivan Elementary School and have been here since August 2003. I really enjoy working with kids at this grade level. I graduated from Northern Michigan University with a degree in business and worked in that field for a while before going back to get my degree in Elementary Education. I am currently working on my master's degree as a Reading Specialist at NMU. When I'm not teaching I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, reading, and outdoor activities. |
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KRISTINA MECHLIN
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 230
krmechlin@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I'm Kristina Mechlin and I teach fifth grade. I am origianlly from Minnesota and became an adopted Yooper in 2000. I attended Finlandia University where I graduated summa cum laude with a degree in Elementary Education. I live in Chassell with my husband Doug and daughter Anika. In my free time I enjoy reading, walking my hyper dog Gracie, and anything on the water! Please feel free to email or call anytime.
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KRISTINA PENFOLD
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 240
krpenfold@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I attended Northern Michigan University, where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Special Education with an emphasis in teaching students with Emotional Impairments. I am currently teaching K-4 Special Education in the C.J. Sullivan Elementary School. This is my first year in the elementary school and I am enjoying it very much. When I am not in school, I enjoy spending time with my family and doing outdoor activities. |
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MELISSA SCROGGS
(906) 524-7365
mescroggs@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Melissa Scroggs and I currently teach students in grades 2-11. I have been teaching special eduction for 16 years. My experience is in cognitive impairments and learning disabilities. I lived in Texas for 22 years prior to moving to the UP. I have two boys who attend the L'Anse Area Schools. I enjoy cooking, reading and outdoor activities. |
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MICHELLE SEPPANEN
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 233
miseppane@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Having grown up in the western end of the Upper Peninsula, I moved to Alston when I met my husband. I am a first grade teacher. I graduated with honors from Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. I majored in Math and minored in Science. I also have a Master of Arts in Eeducation with a major in Elementary Education. My courses focused on Language Arts. I am certified to teach from kindergarten through fifth grade in all areas, as well as math an science in sixth through eighth grade.
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HELEN STENVIG
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 226
hestenvig@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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A native Yooper, my husband and I make our home in Pelkie. We have three children, and all are students at Michigan Technological University in Houghton. This year I moved back into the 5th grade Science position, which I had taught several years ago. I originally graduated from MTU with a BS degree in Biology. I then worked for the U.S. Forest Service, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and the Michigan DNR. Later, I returned to school at NMU and received my elementary teaching certificate. In 1995 I began teaching in L'Anse, and have been here ever since. I enjoy gardening, being outdoors, and spending time with my family. |
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REBECCA STROUBE
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 227
restroube@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I teach 4th grade at C.J.Sullivan Elementary. I have a Bachelor's degree in Music Education and Elementary Education. My masters degree is in Public School Administration. I have been a teacher in the L'Anse Schools for 29 years, and in education for 32 years. |
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JANEL SUMMERS
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 235
jasummers@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Hello, my name is Janel Summers. This is my fourth year teaching at C.J. Sullivan. I look forward to an exciting year ahead as well as using my experiences from last year to make this year even better. I graduated from Northern Michigan University in December 2002, with a Major in Elementary Education and English. I enjoy being outdoors and spending time with my family. Please feel free to contact me at school by phone ext. 228 or email, as listed above. |
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JANE VANBUREN
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 229
javanburen@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I’m Jane VanBuren and I teach 5th-grade social studies, reading, and language arts. I grew up in the Detroit area and "discovered" the Upper Peninsula when I attended Northern Michigan University. I’ve been living here for seven years and still have total appreciation for the beauty of the area, the closeness of the community, and the fact that I don’t have to wait 15 minutes to turn left at an intersection. I finished my Master’s degree in Elementary Education this past summer. I enjoy spending time at home with my husband and two young daughters. |
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AARON VANDUSEN
(906) 524-6122 Ext. 310
aaponiatowski@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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This will be my first year teaching at L'Anse. I graduated from Central Michigan University May 2005 with a Bachelor of Music Education. My primary instrument is the trumpet, but I do play all instruments. I will be teaching K-5 elementary music and 5th grade band, also the middle school bands and the high school band. I am also the director of the marching band and the Pep band for the football and basketball games. I come from downstate in a city called Pinconning and I do have family in Marquette as well. I am looking forward to a great first year at L'Anse. If you have any questions, please call or e-mail me. |
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DARRIN VOSKUHL
(906) 524-7365
davoskuhl@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Darrin Voskuhl. I am the new Elementary Physical Education teacher here at C.J. Sullivan. I am looking forward to working with all the kids and getting to know each and every one of them.
I was born and raised here in L'Anse, Michigan and graduated from L'Anse High School in 1999. I attended Northland College in Ashland, WI and graduated in 2004 with a major in Elementary Education and Physical Education for grades K-12.
My hobbies include anything athletic. I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends. If you have any questions please feel free to call or e-mail me at anytime.
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