My favorite sports team is the Buffalo Bills! In my free time, I have three grown children, a special daughter in law, two grandsons ages 2 and 3, and twin granddaughters coming soon! I love finding opportunities to bring nature into the classroom and share my interests and excitement with the students. A fun fact about me is that I love to sing opera. I hope that sharing my passion for learning about the world inspires my students to continue to learn throughout their lives. I live in Wynantskill with my husband, two children, and our dog Chip. I have taught 6th, 7th and 8th grade here and I also coach the modified boys soccer team and the modified baseball team. There is no place Id rather be, learning and growing together. Now, I know what else youre wondering: Have I ever lifeguarded at Lake Carmel? As a family we love to travel on our boat in the summer. Fun Fact: I am a direct descendant of Samuel Huntington, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. I love the ocean and try to spend as much time as possible in the summer on the beach with a good mystery book. Were a Rider family! Every summer the neighborhood rapscallions and I would head down and spend countless hours swimming, racing, playing Dibble Dabble, and playing Tag around the raft situated about twenty yards from the end of the dock. This is my third year teaching seventh and eighth-grade math at Ichabod Crane. Fax: 518-758-7579 (District), 518-758-2181 (High School), 518-758-1405 (Middle School), 518-758-2199 (Primary School) We have created a document to help you find the correct person to contact for a variety of concerns that may come up throughout the year, as well as a directory of district staff. I am a teacher because I love kids. During the winter months, I enjoy skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing with my family and friends. I became a teacher because I want my students to know that they are capable of anything that they put their minds to. I enjoy fishing, swimming, biking, skiing and hiking. My husband and two children indulge me with historical adventures on our family vacations and listen patiently while I run lesson ideas by them. Four Day School Week . I have worked as a groundskeeper during the summer at Columbia Golf & Country Club/Course since 1991. I also like to grow houseplants. In honor of his 240th birthday, a group of ICC fourth-graders shared a biographical timeline of late President Martin Van Buren at a ceremony this week. This website was produced by the Questar III Communications Service. Soon after graduating from college, I married and moved to Saratoga Springs where my husband and I lived for several years before returning to Columbia County. Crane Middle . My husband and I live in Averill Park and have been actively involved in their scholastic and extra-curricular activities. My husband Eric, our 4 daughters (26, 24, 15 and 12) and two, white Goldendoodles share a love of the outdoors and physical fitness with me. I grew up in Farmington, Connecticut and moved to New York State after I graduated undergrad in 2007. The beach is my favorite place! I am married to a wonderful and understanding wife, Elizabeth, and we live in East Greenbush with our 3 great kids; Jonathan, who is 16, Katie, who is 13, and Zachary, who is 11. I am married to my college sweetheart and have 4 wonderful children Marco (18), Sofia (16), Elena (13) and Paulie (12). I have taught at the Ichabod Crane Middle school for 25 years as a sixth-grade teacher. I work in the library in all 3 buildings and absolutely love my job. I love animals and visiting zoos. Currently, I am a Special Education Teacher in 4th and 5th grade. Kind regards, Fun Fact: I was a member of my schools drama club when I was in high school. My oldest daughter has graduated and attends college in South Carolina. Hobbies for me include: working out, cooking, watching movies, reading, writing, swimming, and spending time with friends. This is my 20 something year of teaching here at Ichabod. I also enjoy reading (mostly fiction), listening to music (everything from classical to indie rock), and watching, and even playing, baseball (when my body permits it!). Although I originally went to college (Wagner College) and earned my BA in Speech and Theater with a minor in Dance, (Ive performed in many community and professional shows), coming from a family of teachers and professors, it was in my blood to become a teacher. Before coming to Ichabod, I worked in the private sector and stayed home with my children. Oh, what was I thinking! I took a long and varied path to teaching. I am Emily Marcella and this is my 14th year teaching students ranging from grades K-5. I have been married for 36 years, have two wonderful sons, a beautiful daughter-in-law, a ten-year-old granddaughter and a 5-year-old grandson. I have two children Monica who is 23 and Curtis who is 25. Staff. Its like being a mom at school! Stacey Gazda, AIS Science Teacher I am teaching in both the Middle School and High School, working with students at all levels. Fun facts: I still dress up for Halloween every year to hand out candy! I have been teaching at Ichabod Crane Middle School for 17 years. I have been a Special Education TA for 6 years here at Ichabod Crane. Crane Independent School District . What I like most about being a teacher is every day is a little bit different than the one before, and Im always learning something new. Copyright 2019 Ichabod Crane Central School District. I previously subbed here and was so happy to return! I also love to read and spend time in the great outdoors. I absolutely love the education field and was inspired by some great teachers to pursue a Masters degree in Early Childhood/Childhood Education. See previous Middle School Spotlight Staff here, Middle School Open House 2021 - Special Areas, 2023-24 High School Program Planning Guide, Melissa Murrays Festival of Trees, Dec. 13, First Quarter HS Honor and High Honor Roll. I have enjoyed every grade I have taught and am especially liking the curriculum in 6th grade. My commitment to being a lifelong learner is evident in the fact that I clocked 625 hours of professional learning in the last five years alone! I am a mom to a 16 year old daughter and 13 year old son. Ive been teaching Mathematics for 31 years now. When Im not practicing or listening to music I enjoy running, golfing, and following the best baseball team in the world: the New York Yankees. In the warmer weather, I enjoy long jogs with my 2-year-old in the buggy, camping, kayaking and hiking. We enjoy doing as much as we can together as a family, especially going on yearly vacations to the beach in New Jersey. You bet your bottom dollar! Crane Middle School News Crane ISD Friendship Feast Crane ISDFriendship FeastTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17THTicket Deadline: Friday, November 11th at 5 PM!Tickets can be purchase online.$10 per ticket, 2 ticket per student limit.Must show p. READ MORE > Crane ISD Convocation 2022-2023 Yesterday, Crane ISD held our 2022-2023 Convocation. I used to play school and teach my stuffed animals when I was little. I love the warm weather and the water. I am very much a people person. As early as I can remember I have enjoyed spending time with kids, playing sports and teaching. I have always wanted to become a teacher ever since I was little. Crane Independent School District ; Crane High School ; I have wanted to be a teacher for as long as I can remember. 2022 -2023 Payroll Calendar. Kyle.Crane@sutherlin.k12.or.us. download Adobe Reader in order to view 209 Pirate Lane. National School Lunch Program (NSLP) Organization Information. Teaching middle school has been the most rewarding of all my work endeavors. In my quest to satisfy my desire to inspire children, I went back to Siena to earn a BA in English Education and then went on to SUNY Albany for my masters degree. I kept my nose to the grindstone and persevered. Zip Code. Speaking of things that are fun one of the main reasons I became a teacher was because of how much fun it is to be in a classroom. Primary tabs. Rachel Baker 7th Grade ELA Teacher. So, I started my college career way downstate in the fall of 93 in Westchester County (one county north of the Bronx); however, I earned my bachelors degree from SUNY New Paltz in 99. I also enjoy cooking and having family dinners. Unit Co-Ordinator . It has been my privilege working with the students at Ichabod over the years. PDFs at this site. My yellow lab Bentley keeps me busy at home. This is my 5th year at Ichabod Crane as a special education teacher. 9 were here. In my spare time, I like to play video games with my friends and brother. Mrs. Rickert and her husband, Joe, have three beautiful daughters, and one awesome son-in-law! I learned so much about the sport, made good friends, traveled to meets around the Northeast, and learned a great deal about teaching. I love this community which is why I have chosen to work, live, and raise my four children here. My husband is a professional photographer so I have had the opportunity to travel to many beautiful places. State. Here is a list of all the ICC Winter Concerts for December and January. I have coached Girls JV Volleyball, Girls JV Softball, Boys JV Basketball, Boys Varsity Basketball, Girls Varsity Basketball and Modified Football during my 23 years at ICC. Fun facts: I am a die-hard Nebraska Cornhusker football fan and I love to travel. Language . Not only do I hope to instill an interest in Art in my students, but a respect for everything and everyone around them, and a responsibility to themselves and others. You see, I am the youngest of three boys with a father that was a rough and tumble kind of guy, so I grew up admiring world-renowned tough guy martial artists like Chuck Norris and Bruce Lee. Also, when I was growing up all the schools from my region started each year with a trip on a ferry to the Westerplatte peninsula on September 1st in remembrance of the 1939 German invasion of Poland. Not only does participating in music foster a lifelong appreciation for the arts, but I also enjoy teaching my students goal-setting, organizational, and teamwork skills. Staff Directory | Crane Elementary School District Staff Academic Support Norine Bowers Director of Federal Programs Email Norine Bowers 928-373-3434 Rocio Duran Migrant COE Data Entry/Records Clerk II Email Rocio Duran 928-373-3954 Luis Figueroa Attendance Officer Email Luis Figueroa 928-373-3435 Lilia Sandoval Migrant Recruiter Im also a huge football fan and enjoy watching the NY Giants play. Use the search field above to filter by staff name. I can remember playing school with my nieces and nephews and hoping someday I would have a real class. I am a complete history nerd and I especially love African-American history, womens history and well, pretty much everything. I was number 7 out of the 8 children born to my parents. 2910 Route 9 Valatie, NY 12184 As a matter of fact, I used to give my neighborhood pals lessons in martial arts long before the age of 10. Teaching is a second career for me. I love watching kids grow and learn, especially that moment when they get something! My hobbies are collecting baseball cards and watching the New York Yankees and New York Football Giants. Ive coached diving, gymnastics and track. When I am not planning for my school day I spend a lot of time with my family. Middle School Spotlight Staff honors the amazing people working in the building and gives you a chance to learn a little bit more about them! I know what youre thinking, boys and girls: What the heck is a hamlet? I dont know if I have another two decades in me, but no matter how many more years I do have, I expect that theyll be as rewarding as the first twenty. I have always taught science, but now also teach math since 2012. My favorite food is mashed potatoes with ketchup and my favorite color is pink! I enjoy spending time with my family playing games, going to shows, attending sporting events and going on road trips. My hobbies are reading, traveling (our goal is to hit all 50 states), mini-golf, playing board games, taking walks with my family and our two dogs (Charley and Peanut) and going to the movies. Street Address. I am a 2005 graduate. I taught kids that range in age from 3 to 13. Notice of Nondiscrimination. Shara Castro 7th/8th Grade Explore Teacher. I teach because I have several people who inspired me when I was younger, I love working with the students and seeing their aha! moments, and I enjoy getting to know them as people, not just students in my classroom. This year I am enjoying my 5th grader class, but I really do love teaching 6th. They Hello Rider family, Now with Halloween behind us, the holiday season is upon us. I am excited about continuing my work with them for many years to come! Crane Middle School News , Find Us . Crane High School 2245 W Jackson, Chicago, IL Boys: No Game Girls: 11:00 am - SLES vs. Graham. I have ridden a dolphin (the flipper kept hitting my shins, not too much fun). I worked as a cashier in several places, and then as a bank teller. I love teaching students how to create something beautiful, whether thats on their own or in an ensemble. [embeddoc Join us for Melissa Murray's Festival of Trees on Tuesday, Dec. 13! During the winter months we also enjoy the outdoors while snowmobiling. In my free time, I love watching Spanish-speaking movies/television, listening to Spanish-speaking music, and traveling places where I can practice my Spanish. I have been married to my wife Jessica for 19 years. I grew up in Columbia County and have lived here most of my life. What an experience! Now I know I have European cousins with the same last name as me! Music is truly a well-rounded subject that is included in our everyday lives, and I think it is a gift that I would love to share with as many people as I can! Homecoming 2022. I have two children that attend Ichabod. So, we were considered the babies of the HS for three years. Getting to know these fantastic children and spending time with them brings me so much happiness. Staff Contact Information. A fun fact about me is that I worked as a public relations specialist and special event planner before pursuing a career in education. Crane Middle School 302 West 10th Street Crane, TX 79731 (432) 558-1040 (432) 558-1046. Stay Connected . We look forward to having you join the Crane Family! I love to teach music because it uses so many different parts of the body, engaging the mind, heart, feet, eyes, and many more! I am presently enjoying my 19th year teaching ELA at the middle school. Fun facts: My first job was serving ice cream at the Dairy Queen in Ghent, NY when I was just 14 years old (yes 14!). My hobbies are hiking, kayaking, baking, and pumping iron. Teacher Technology Toolkit Ichabod Instructional Technology S. Insurance Buy-Out Forms available through Treasurer, (use this link to project what your pension will be when you retire), (related to Policy #1800- Gifts from the Public), If Your Minor Dependent Child Is Quarantined, Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Employee Rights, Apps, Software & Subscription Procurement Procedure, Apps, Software & Subscription Request Form, 2023-24 High School Program Planning Guide, Melissa Murrays Festival of Trees, Dec. 13, First Quarter HS Honor and High Honor Roll. My favorite football team is the SanFrancisco 49ers. Elizabeth Colton STEAM Teacher. I also worked as a teaching assistant here for a year and a half after college graduation. UKG-Kronos Timecard Rounding Rules. I come from a family of educators. This is the 27th year of my teaching career. I am amazed how far we have come in the district, where we started with one computer on wheels to be shared by a grade level to having Chromebooks per student. My hobbies include anything involving my dogs, riding quads or on the back of our motorcycle, and doing crafts around the house. I was a bit nervous to venture into working with older students but have loved every minute of it and love that each day is never the same. Fun facts: I am a huge Harry Potter fan (so much that I even incorporated it as a theme for my wedding reception! I love the beach, but I also love hiking, so the adjustment to Upstate life has been a little easier because of that. While I was in Oregon I taught a LOT of different classes since the school was so small. Felicia Ebenfelt 7th Grade Science Teacher. We love summer and we look for every opportunity to use our jet skis and to find warm places to visit during the cold winter months. Sutherlin Middle School 649 E. 4th Street Sutherlin, OR 97479 541-459-2668 541-459-2047. Also, I have had a pet tortoise for a little over 3 years now. I became an Art teacher so that I could enjoy doing one of my favorite things and share it, and teach it to others, but my dedication to the children and their lives has grown. Middle School Open House 2021 - Special Areas, 2023-24 High School Program Planning Guide, Melissa Murrays Festival of Trees, Dec. 13, First Quarter HS Honor and High Honor Roll. My family is my life outside of school; however, I do enjoy other hobbies, such as antiquing, interior design, gardening, and exercising. Seeing the look on my students faces when they finally make a breakthrough and understand something they have been struggling with is one of the best parts of my job! We also like, when it is possible, to travel and learn about new places. Visions Employee Access (Paycheck stubs, W-2's, 1095's) NEW [Effective July 1st, 2022] Employee Online - Business Plus (Paycheck stubs, W-2's, 1095's) [June 30th, 2021 and prior] Visions Password Complexity Requirements. There arent many opportunities to perform nowadays, but in the future, I hope to join ensembles and perform once again! See All Posts . When I am not working I enjoy spending as much time as I can outside. I also studied French, German and Latin and have been to several Spanish-speaking countries. Ichabod Crane Middle School is proud to honor our students who demonstrate our school district's mission and community values! Schools . I became a School Counselor because I always saw myself working with people, helping, lending a hand but most importantly I wanted to be who you needed when you were younger. I was born and raised here in Kinderhook/ Stuyvesant area. Primary School Spotlight Staff. Its something I cant live without. I love gardening/yard work, working on cross-stitches, and refinishing furniture pieces for my home. This is my 14th year teaching at Ichabod Crane and I also graduated from here! This is my second year at Ichabod Crane! More Show submenu for Schools . A couple of fun facts about me: I graduated from East Greenbush Schools, where my father was a teacher/administrator and I am a huge fan of the Peanuts characters and I identify the most with Lucy. She was my inspiration, and through her, I developed my love for teaching! Indian Prairie School District 204. I was blessed when the Ichabod Crane community welcomed me, and I have been here ever since. In my free time, I like reading, biking, baking, knitting, gardening, traveling to see family (Germany) and friends. Music has always been a special part of my life and I love being able to share that with my students. LEG100. I am married to my best friend. I live in Latham with my husband and three children. I look forward to many more years of love, friendship and learning at Ichabod Crane! (I also did part of my student-teaching at ICMS the year before I started working here.) Mrs. Rickert and Mrs. Ooms are both content if they are spending time with family, especially if they are feeding them! Crane Middle School 302 West 10th Street Crane, TX 79731 (432) 558-1040 (432) 558-1046. Our official mobile app is available for both. 111th Street (map) Naperville, IL I like to watch Syracuse Basketball, Go Orange! One thing that I enjoy about teaching is seeing students discover new aspects of themselves by creating their own art. Several of my former students are language teachers. Danira Contreras 8th Grade ESS/ELA Teacher. Most of that time has been as a 6th grade special education teacher. I helped start the therapy dog program at ICC and own the MS therapy dog, Oliver. I have been teaching at Ichabod for 25 years. I love being able to work with three grade levels because it gives me the opportunity to meet many different students and teachers! Mrs. Ooms can be found doing her daily walk with Mrs. Wheeler, cooking great meals, and doing crafts. I have found that I really enjoy working with students in the Middle School Years. I am so lucky to call Ichabod my home and look forward to many more years! Two truths and a lie: I (almost) failed Spanish in 8th grade, I spend every summer in Puerto Rico, I was once trapped by a tornado on my way home from school. This is my 10th year at Ichabod Crane and my 21st year teaching Technology Education. I have been a School Psychologist at Ichabod Crane for almost 4 years now and have enjoyed every second of it. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, shopping, and getting my nails done. I have been teaching at Ichabod Crane for 13 years. I feel lucky every day to work with such a great group of kids. Before coming to Ichabod, I taught in Schenectady for 2 years and New York City for 5 years. One of my favorite parts of my job is when students have a lightbulb moment and suddenly everything they have been learning makes sense. I live in East Greenbush with my husband and two boys. Teaching at Ichabod came after a 10-year career in the fitness industry where I ran fitness programs and taught weight training, aerobics, cardio kickboxing, spinning and even college PE classes. I use this as inspiration for my students to follow their passion. And now here I am! After 8 years of teaching, I made the decision to shift gears and entered into the School Psychology Masters program at Marist College. A great day is when a student teaches me something new about art, which happens often. Also, I keep my Christmas tree up all year round and decorate it for each holiday every month. I look forward to many more years of teaching here at Ichabod Crane. This is my first year at Ichabod Crane! Team Nutrition Leader . I returned to NY and completed a Masters Degree in teaching at SUNY Albany. They have both dedicated their entire careers to the children of the Ichabod Crane Community. Outside of school, I enjoy skiing with my family in the winter. I love the outdoors, spending time with family, and running. It has been a pleasure to get to know everyone. By the time I was done with them, they knew how to block (wax on, wax offKarate Kid reference), perform roundhouse kicks over their heads, and even walk on their hands. I am in my 20th year at ICC. Phone: 630.428.5600 Fax: 630.428.5601 Attendance: 630.428.7460 4020 For fun, I like to walk our two Newfoundland dogs (Marcus and Clara), snowshoe, read, and watch tv (many, many 90s sitcom reruns!) My hobbies include fishing, spending time at the ocean, raising chickens, hanging out with my Black Lab (Bear), and spending time with my family. Steve Figueroa 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher. I have many hobbies. I would be the teacher, and she would be the student because I wanted to be the one who graded the papers. Before beginning my career in teaching I studied environmental science and spent a great deal of time doing research in the Chesapeake Bay. These students have been recognized by Middle School teachers and staff for exemplifying what it means to be an Ichabod Crane Rider. After spending 5 years in Asia traveling and teaching English as a Second Language, I decided to make teaching my career. In 2021, I was chosen by YumaSun's Biz Magazine as a winner of the 20 Under 40 Rising Star Award. Upon graduating from Ichabod Crane High School in the early 1980s, I attended Siena College and earned a BS in marketing. Although I am remote this year, I am still enjoying seeing the students sweet little faces, even if it is only on a computer screen. I enjoy spending time with my family. Fun fact: I went to the Empire State Games for archery when I was in high school and college. It was the most amazing experience of my life! I have a passion for learning and teaching languages. I enjoy snowmobiling, jet skiing, boating, fishing, trap shooting, woodworking, fixing things and spending time outdoors. My motto for the winter is There is no bad weather, only bad clothing!. Click here to read Decembers Rider Report, which highlights how this generosity and compassion have been put into Ichabod Crane Middle School is proud to honor our students who demonstrate our school districts mission and community values! Search . My daughter, Alyssa, graduated from here in 2009 and is now an assistant manager at Curtis Lumber in Ballston Spa. I also enjoy spending time with my dogs (3 enormous, goofy boxers), my nieces and my nephew. This is my 3rd year teaching at ICMS. Parent Portal. Live Feed . I can also play the trumpet! I have had the pleasure of working here at Ichabod for the past 5 years. I have the sweetest, yet sometimes crabby, french bulldog, Alice, a cat and 2 guinea pigs. Shortly after graduating, I found my place here at Ichabod Crane. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, going to the beach, and bike riding. This is my fourth year at ICMS! At Crane Middle School we will equip our students with the attributes necessary to be contributing citizens of a global society. My love of theater continued after I graduated and over the past few years I have directed several middle school and high school productions at my former high school. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends and my dog Gypsy! Email Danira Contreras. Fun Facts: Previous Jobs include; Cart Boy, Landscaper, Telemarketer and Camp Director. Staff | Crane Independent School District Crane Independent School District Crane Independent School District Staff Select Departments DR. STEPHANIE HOWARD SUPERINTENDENT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 432-558-1020 showard@craneisd.com https://www.craneisd.com/page/superintendent LUPE MARINELARENA ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE SUPERINTENDENT I have worked with different fundraising groups such as Make-A-Wish of NYS and JDRF. The love of travel and culture inspired me to become a language teacher. In what little free time I have, I like to work on puzzles, sewing and painting projects, and I work out. Someday I will live closer to the ocean! Well, its like a village but just much smaller. I have been teaching at Ichabod for 19 years. I was a cheerleader for a semi-professional football team who played in Hudson(the Vikings) the summer of 1983. I havent had much to cheer about lately but each year I remain painfully optimistic. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with my colleagues here and learning more and more each day about being an educator and how to overcome the many challenges of this past year. Crane. Should anyone need to apply for New York State Unemployment Benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic, the employer information below can be used in the application process. It is never boring and never a repeat of the day before. After spending a year working at a school in Geelong, Australia, and tutoring the international girls from Indonesia most evenings, I was hooked. Three live locally and one lives in Boston. Those early mock simulations of a classroom foreshadowed my future as a teacher. Middle School Spotlight Staff | Ichabod Crane Central School District Middle School Spotlight Staff Middle School Spotlight Staff honors the amazing people working in the building and gives you a chance to learn a little bit more about them! Notice of Nondiscrimination. This is Mrs. Rickerts and Mrs. Ooms third year working together as a collaborative fourth grade team, but theyve been friends for a long time! As a family, we spend our free time with our friends and extended family, going to the beach, spending time on our boat in Lake George, snowboarding and going to Shawn and Regans baseball, football and soccer games! I have always wanted to be a teacher since I was a little girl. ), horse races, backyard barbeques, being in the sun, and time with friends. I am fascinated by science and I am addicted to learning. Ive had the pleasure of working with students in grades K-6 the past few years. One son is married, and I have a precious 4-year old grandson (born on Christmas Day!). When I was in 8th grade, I thought I wanted to get into computer science. Use the search field above to filter by staff name. Other mentors in Mrs. Rickerts career have been Melissa Murray, Maureen VanDeusen, and Barb Ireland, her long-time teaching partner. Fun facts: I am Argentinian. I love working with children and my favorite part is teaching them to read. Email Shara Castro. We have a puppy, Callie, two fish and two snails. I like teaching because I think interacting with kids all day is fun and rewarding. These students have been recognized by Middle School teachers and staff for exemplifying what it means to be an Ichabod Crane Rider. What a blast my first year at Ichabod Crane has been so far! An uncle on my mothers side of the family was an animator that drew for several cartoon shows, including Looney Tunes, Animaniacs, Tiny Toons, and Heckle and Jeckle. A fun fact about me is that I have an identical twin sister. I love being outside, landscaping and gardening. I vacation with my family at Lake George for 2 weeks every summer. The latest Middle School Spotlight Staff are the Counseling Staff and Teaching Assistants! This is my 13th year teaching ENL at Ichabod Crane Middle School. I have over 100 band t-shirts. I was a lifeguard from 94 through 98. My love of music began in 5th grade when I started playing the trombone. Street Address Line 2-City. My hobbies include being outdoors (walking/running/camping), creating things (painting, knitting, sewing, miniature dollhouses, etc. I love science and teaching science. I have taught mostly Mathematics and Science at the Middle School. After working with Questar, I had the opportunity to choose the district I wanted to teach at and I made the right choice. My first experience of teaching was actually teaching outdoor education at a summer camp here in New York. This website was produced by the Questar III Communications Service. I am now teaching social studies, ELA, and reading in 6th grade. All 3 of my children have been fortunate enough to have benefited from the amazing faculty and staff here at ICC. In the winter I enjoy skiing and sledding with my boys. I attended the College of St. Rose and received both my bachelors and masters in their education department. Home of the Golden Cranes . A fun fact, after my first year of teaching Global History I decided to backpack through Europe to see all of the history I was teaching in person. This will be my 9th year at Ichabod Crane, 3 as a Middle School Health Teacher and 6 as a Physical Education Teacher. I get to do so by making music in whatever ways we can! I have been married to my husband for 23 years (some of you know him as ICCs varsity wrestling coach); we have two children: Copyright 2019 Ichabod Crane Central School District. Live Feed . See All Posts . Parents & Students Show submenu for Parents & Students As they say, the rest is history! When I immigrated to the United States the degree did not offer the opportunities I was looking for and I decided to go back to school and become a teacher. Suzanne Guntlow, Superintendent In the summertime, I enjoy going to concerts, the beach and the Saratoga Race Course! I also have 2 sons, Andrew (26) and Ryan (23). Teaching and spending time with my family are my favorite things to do; although, I do enjoy shopping too. I have been a teacher at Ichabod Crane for 22 years. Mrs. Ooms lives in Valatie and also enjoys living in the community where she raised her beautiful family of four children with her husband, Michael. On the winding road to becoming a teacher, I did many different jobs along the way: newspaper photographer, waiter, prep cook, landscaper, house painter, and graphic designer, just to mention a few. I grew up near Gdansk where Lech Walesa and his shipyard colleagues created the Polish trade union, Solidarity, with the help of Pope John Paul II and President Ronald Reagan. I then decided to get my MLS and worked as a Government Documents Librarian at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I also enjoy hiking and jogging. Teachers & Staff; COVID-19 RESOURCE CENTER; School Policies. I also like going on adventures and ziplining. The children are energetic and share their experiences and original ideas. This is my first year here at Ichabod Crane, and I couldnt be more thrilled to be a part of the ICC community! Este Sitio En Espaol. My hobbies include being involved with my kids, hanging out with friends/family, playing and watching most sports (fan of the Yankees, Celtics, Patriots and Islanders), collecting ticket stubs from all events. When I retire, I hope to be able to travel with my husband and find new adventures. Menu Menu . My favorite part of my job is getting to know the kids and watching them grow throughout the year. I spend my time outside of school with my family or at the barn riding horses. This is my 15th year teaching social studies at Ichabod Crane Middle School. I then worked for Chevrolet as an Automotive Technician for 6 years before attending SUNY Oswego and receiving my Bachelors degree in Technology Education. During my time here, I have collaborated with the AMAZING Ichabod Crane school community and have furthered my love for teaching and learning alongside my students, their parents and my colleagues. They have two dogs and one grand-dog. We have taken several trips on our boat including down to Long Island, up the Erie Canal to the St. Lawrence River and most recently to Lake Champlain. I am thrilled to see what these next two months will bring to our campus. I didnt always want to be a teacher. Miranda Risk Middle School Health/PE . I consider myself a beach bum! There is no other job more rewarding. Scroll past names for Spotlight Staff pictures and see previous Primary School Spotlight Staff . I still feel new in a way. I have taught 1st, 3rd and 4th grade. Required Postings . One interesting fun fact is I am a graduate of Ichabod Crane. Staff Development . Azalea Birriel 8th Grade Math Teacher. I love the ocean! They. $ 40.00 / 0. . Email Rachel Baker. I have been working at ICC now for 5 years. I also am very passionate about horses and trail riding with friends. . Speaking of gymnastics, my family and I moved to Hyde Park in 96 and within a year, an unexpected turn of events presented itself: a job teaching/coaching gymnastics. I enjoy spending time with my family. I have been working at Ichabod Crane for 30 years. I grew up in Niverville and attended Ichabod from Kindergarten-12th grade. We watch animal shows and live zoo cameras, and when we can, we enjoy going to zoos and outdoor animal parks. I have been working at Ichabod Crane Middle School for 2 years. For as long as I can remember, I dreamed of becoming a teacher. Fun fact: A few years ago my dads side of the family reconnected with our family branch in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. ), reading/writing, cooking/baking, jigsaw puzzles, and shopping on Amazon! After graduating High School, I attended HVCC, where I received an Associatess Degree in Automotive. My father and grandfather were college presidents. Above all, I attribute my inspiration for this career to my father who taught social studies at the high school level for many years. I live in North Greenbush with my husband of 7 years and sons; Noah; 12, Michael; 6 on St. Patricks Day, and Luca; 3. Mrs. Rickert is in her 28th year of teaching, and Mrs. Ooms is in her 24th year. In addition to teaching, I love running, reading and gardening. To this day he continues to express his passion for education by passing his wisdom down to me. See previous Middle School Spotlight Staff here. . Crone Middle School Crone MS Crone. I love traveling around the world (when it is possible). My husband as well went here to school and is now a Wallpaper Hanger and Interior Painting Contractor. Hmmm, fun facts hard to tell what makes a fact fun but here we go: My first job was at a toy store where I sold yo-yos. I used to offer free lessons to the kids across the street. I have also coached Varsity Track & Field and Modified XC. So, Im from Lake Carmel, and you might be wondering if I ever enjoyed a dip in said lake. Sale Details Dates & Times (US/Eastern) In-person: Sun, Aug 8, 2021 8:00AM - 4:00PM Save to your calendar Sale Address Pittsburgh, PA 15241 Terms Payment Sale Description ESTATE SALE UPPER ST. CLAIR (15241).House of the Dragon Roars - The Loop. Crane R - III School. Long story short, I taught gymnastics at the Dutchess County Gymnastics Academy for two years. Fun facts about me: My grandparents had dinner with John & Jackie Kennedy back in the 60s and my mother was the first female BOE President at Ichabod Crane when I was in Middle School here. I have been working at Ichabod Crane since 1987. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, watching baseball and football, going to church, and spending time with my family and my cat. This website was produced by the Questar III Communications Service. School. Sat 17 . You may need to Creating art is more of a necessity than a hobby. Law, Justice and Social Policy. During high school and college, I witnessed and participated in the Solidarity civil resistance social movement against the Soviet Union installed communist government of Poland. His name is Brian and we have one AMAZING son, Devon, and he is the light of our lives!! I live in Delmar with Joe, my son Kyle, and my dog Remy. My passion for teaching stems from many of the amazing teachers I had myself over my many years of education. One of our favorite things to do as a family is anything to do with animals. Web Accessibility. Much of which has been here at Ichabod Crane! A fun fact about me way back in high school, I was the Ichabod Crane alternate for the Chatham Fair School Girl Queen. I cant remember exactly! The best part of the job is seeing the excitement in the children and watching them grow and learn everyday. More Headlines . Mrs. Ooms went into teaching because of her love for children, and some of her inspiration has come from Mrs. Grace, her first grade teacher, and Maureen VanDeusen. When I am not teaching I particularly like to be outdoors. Select Departments Crane Elementary Crane Schools Crane High School Crane Central Office Elizabeth Bakken 3rd Grade Teacher . For the last 5 years, I have been on my own upstate while most of my family resides in Queens, NY or in Florida. Staff . I love the ocean and try to visit as often as I can. This is my nineteenth year teaching English Language Arts; I have taught at Ichabod Crane for sixteen of those years. During the summer months, you can find me on my jet ski with my husband and two children. I taught astronomy, biology, chemistry, physical science, art, health, gym, debate, typing, technology skills, along with 6th, 7th and 8th-grade science. I have two fluffy family members at home (both cats). I am eager to work alongside the students, staff & families, of the Centennial Middle School community as we prepare our students to be productive citizens of the future. However, I did teach one year in sixth grade, but my heart belongs in fourth grade! I have been here at Ichabod for almost 2 years! When Im not traveling I spend my time with family and friends. Outside of school, I have 2 kids, 2 dogs and 2 cats. For fun, I play in a rock/horn band and I love to ride motorcycles. This is my 14th year teaching ENL at Ichabod, where I have mainly worked in grades 3-5, but have also taught students in all other grades during my time here. The 2023-24 High School Program Planning Guide is now available. I was pretty busy all the time and Im happy to focus on just one grade level this year! I went on to teach in North Salem, NY and then earned my Masters degree in Special Education from Western Connecticut State University in 2011. I started as a substitute and then moved into a full-time position. I love teaching because it is different every day. My hobbies include spending time with my chihuahua named Peaches, going to rock concerts, traveling, road trips, listening to music, swimming, hanging out with friends and going to the beach. I live and laugh daily with my husband and our two sons who are in 8th grade and 5th grade. I spent the first 19 years teaching first and second grades in the Primary School and now teach math and science in the Middle School. In our district, I have taught as a second and fourth-grade Special Education Teacher in a collaborative setting. Evelyn, age 22, graduated from UAlbany with a B.S. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, watching movies, and traveling with my husband. The latest Primary School Spotlight Staff: the Primary School Office Staff. I cant wait until I can see them all in person! Crane Independent School District ; My son, Greggory, graduated from ICC in 2007 and is now a local property management/landscaper. This is my first year teaching at the ICCSD! Use the search field above to filter by staff name. I love the beach! . I love working with our English Language Learners and getting to know their families, and their stories. I went to school here at ICC and ironically never had the chance to go to school here at the Middle School as it was constructed the year I was in 7th grade at the High School already. Being a teacher is a rewarding profession. Some are kayaking, golfing, hiking, quadding, snowmobiling and sitting around our campfire. I was born to be a teacher. Fun fact: I have traveled to 31 of the 50 states. I have always wanted to be a teacher and was the kid that played school when I was little. I worked at a hospital billing office for 23 years before taking a huge leap and going back to school to become a certified TA (the best decision I have ever made)! This is my 14th year at Ichabod, all of those years in 4th and 5th grade. Outside of school, I enjoy traveling, biking, hiking and spending time with my family. School of Law. Crane Independent School District Staff Search. Summers were fun with many cousins coming to stay with us. A fun fact about me is that as a child I spent my summers on a farm in Canada. I grew up on Long Island and went to Siena College for my Bachelors Degree and Queens College for my Masters Degree. I really love my job and enjoy coming to work every day. Im certified in FACS and Health Education. Email Elizabeth Colton. 2910 Route 9 Valatie, NY 12184 I couldnt be happier with that decision, no matter how late it might have been! School Psychologist: Jennie Mevoli: X6000: jennie_mevoli@ipsd.org: Social Worker: Lisa Muenchow: x6537: . OTHER STAFF ROLES: Lead Teacher: Beth Highland: x9225: beth_highland@ipsd.org: Instructional Coach: Robert Padilla: Copyright 2019 Ichabod Crane Central School District. CREATE VOICE & CHOICE - We promote ownership by providing our students with choice and voice. Ive been married for almost 25 years, and have 2 kids. When I started, I split my time between Martin Van Buren and Martin H. Glynn Elementary Schools, until they closed and then I came here! Staff Resources | Ichabod Crane Central School District Staff Resources On this page, staff members will find an array of helpful resources and downloadable forms relating to COVID-19 assistance, health and dental insurance, payroll, policies, the state's college savings program and much more. See All News . I have two cats named Cory and Shawn (they are named after the main characters from the television show Boy Meets World). I have been teaching French and Spanish for 31 years all levels 6-12 grade and college level. I was inspired by my high school teachers to become a Physical Education teacher myself. In another lifetime, I might have been a photographer, graphic designer, or art teacher, yet Ive still been able to share all these interests with my students. His name is Reggie and hes just about the size of my hand! Ichabod Crane has been a part of my life in many capacities, from student to teacher. I grew up and continue to live in Albany with my husband and son. I am also a class of 1995 graduate from ICC. . Since I am not from this area, I try to see my family on the weekends. My hobbies include spending time with my family, hiking, cross country skiing, kayaking, and reading. Staying connected with nature is important to me. I have always taught in middle school and I absolutely love my job. Yes, I suppose I was a teacher long before Ichabod. It has flown by. Use the search field above to filter by staff name. I have been working at Ichabod Crane Middle School for 2 years. Every day the kids inspire me to do more and learn more. I am a first-year teacher here at Ichabod Crane. Ive been fortunate to have amazing teachers and staff educating my children and as colleagues. My hobbies include reading, watching movies, and spending time with my family. My original degrees were in Philosophy and Psychology. 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