Category: Spotlight
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Spotlight on: Heather Spanfelner
“Follow your passion, be true to who you are and find the people that support you in your journey.”
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Spotlight on: Chad Hess
“The students, faculty and staff at Herkimer truly make it a special place to work.”
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Spotlight on: Correne Holmes
“I always knew I would work in the field of education. I can think back to when I was in elementary school and recall playing school with my friends. I was always the teacher! I didn’t make the decision to move into administration until about 10 years ago.”
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Spotlight on: Kara Zilkowski
“Herkimer provides its students with so many unique opportunities to learn and grow! I am so proud to be a part of the team that focuses on educating students’ young minds.”
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Spotlight on: Lynnsey Buckley
“Having briefly worked at Herkimer before, I know all of the amazing things that the district has to offer. The administration and teachers are amazing, well-versed in their areas and always willing to help.”
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Spotlight on: Tekitha Posey
“I am excited to start my new role at Herkimer because this is a great atmosphere, and my coworkers have been extremely helpful and welcoming. I cannot wait to meet my students and share my love for science with them.”
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Spotlight on: Karlie Helmer
“I am proud and very grateful to be given this opportunity to work at Herkimer CSD after going to school here. I had an amazing experience as a student here and am extremely excited to now be a part of the staff.”
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Spotlight on: Rachel Waseleski
“I feel privileged to have the opportunity to give back to the school and community where I grew up.”
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Spotlight on: Amanda Cruikshank
“The community has been so welcoming and friendly. I cannot wait to meet the students and families. I am very excited for the start of the school year.”
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Spotlight on: Alexis Rocco
“Ever since I was in elementary school, I knew I would return to the classroom as a teacher. Something about being in school and in the classroom made me feel happy, comfortable and excited, and I hope to make my students feel the same way in my classroom.”
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