TOGETHER WE ARE D45

BOB LABORN

Meet Bob LaBorn, a 7th-grade science teacher at Jackson Middle School. Bob realizes the uniqueness of middle school students and his important role in making connections. Together, we are D45.

ANN LARSEN

Meet Ann Larsen, a 5th-grade teacher at York Center Elementary. Ann knows the importance of creating a community feeling for her students in the classroom. Together, we are D45.

BETTY MARTIN

Meet Betty Martin, a paraprofessional at Jefferson Middle School. Betty wants students to know that they can count on her to help them, and to feel comfortable telling her what they need to be successful. Together, we are D45.

KRISTIN HAMMER

Meet Kristin Hammer, STARS teacher at the Early Childhood Center. Kristin knows the value of creating a safe, consistent, and predictable environment for her students. Together, we are D45.

RALPH CINFIO

Meet Ralph Cinfio, head custodian at Ardmore Elementary School. Ralph works every day at creating a safe, clean environment for students and staff. Together, we are D45.

ANGIE SANSONE

Meet Angie Sansone, a school nurse at Stevenson Elementary School. Above all else, Angie wants students to know they are loved and cared for. Together, we are D45.

DAWN PETERSON

Meet Dawn Peterson, an LRC Specialist at Westmore Elementary School. As an LRC Specialist, Dawn hopes to impact her students so they become life-long readers. Together, we are D45.

PATRICK HOLMES

Meet Patrick Holmes, a 5th-grade teacher at North Elementary School. Patrick wants his students to embrace their individuality but also know how to work as a team and a family, within and outside the classroom.

DEANNA DIPIETRA

Meet Deanna DiPietra, a 3rd-grade teacher at Schafer Elementary School. Deanna realizes the most important part of her job is building relationships with her students and their families.

KELLY HAUGEN

Meet Kelly Haugen, a 7th-grade math teacher at Jackson Middle School. Through her experiences with great teachers in District 45 as a child, Kelly quickly realized she wanted to become a teacher and provide students with the same positive experience.