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C.J.
Sullivan
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RANDY CADEAU
(906) 524-6000 Ext. 221
racadeau@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I am Randy Cadeau and I live in the Village of L'Anse. My wife, Laura, and I have three daughters, all in college now. I have been an administrator and teacher in the Baraga County Schools since 1976, and in the L'Anse Area Schools since 1998. In 1975 I received a Bachelor's Degree from NMU with Majors in Science and Math, along with a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from NMU in 1991. I am currently teaching the 6th grade. I'm looking forward to another exciting year. I do send e-mails to parents regularly with classroom information and assignments. If you wish to be on this e-mail list or if you have questions for me, please drop me a line. |
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CHRISTINE COLLINS
(906) 524-6213 or 524-6000 est 333
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 2008-09 school year, she taught classes in the Middle and High School. In that year she became the School/Public Library Director. Her hobbies include lighthouse preservation, reading, cross-country skiing, quilting, spending time at camp, and watching Green Bay Packer football games with her husband on Sunday afternoons. She has two married sons. Jim and Chris, and five grandchildren. |
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RACHEL COX
(906)524-6000 ext. 306
rlcox@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I am a graduate of Ferris State University. I am the Title I teacher for Upper Elementary. This is my sixth year of teaching elementary. In my spare time I enjoy running, spending time with my family, and shopping. |
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CALLIE CRAM
(906) 524-6000 Ext. 225
cacram@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I am a graduate of L'Anse High School and Central Michigan University. This is my fifteenth year of teaching in L'Anse. I am currently teaching Third Grade. I have previously taught Second Grade and Special Education. I live in L'Anse. I enjoy spending time with my daughters, my dogs, and a good book!
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STACEY ERSKINE
(906) 524-6000 Ext. 234
sterskin@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I'm Stacey Erskine and I am excited to be teaching Kindergarten here at C.J. Sullivan. I'm originally from Harrison, Michigan and moved up here in 2002 to attend Northern Michigan University. At NMU, I received my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with Minors in Mathematics and Science. In my spare time I like to learn new things and spend time with family and friends. Please do not hesitate to contact me at school by phone ext. 234 or email, as listed above. |
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EMILY GASPERICH
(906) 524-6000 Ext. 232
eagasper@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Emily Gasperich and I am VERY excited to be starting my teaching career at C.J. Sullivan Elementary School. I am originally from Kingsford, Michigan where I graduated from high school in 2004. I received my Bachelors of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Northern Michigan University and am currently pursuing my Masters from there with a focus on being a Reading Specialist.
I have family from L'Anse so I have come to be able to appreciate the beauty and uniqueness the area has to offer its residents. In my spare time I like to ski/snowboard, swim and cook. Plase don't hesitate to contact me for any reason.
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JANET GERZETICH
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 240
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. I am now the Title I teacher for Lower Elementary. |
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KATHY GOBERT
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 227
kagobert@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Kathy Gobert. I have been at L'Anse for 7 years. Currently, I teach Grade 4. I am originally from the Gladstone, Escanaba area.
My husband's name is Tom. We have 4 children.
In 2003 I graduated from NMU with a degree in English
Language Arts and a Special Education Endorsement.
In 2009 I received my Masters Degree in the area of
Learning Disability.
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ELIZABETH LLOYD
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 220
elloyd@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Hello. My name is Elizabeth Lloyd and I am the sixth grade English teacher here at C.J. Sullivan. This is my second year here, and my second year teaching. I am originally from Colon, MI whre I graduated from high school in 2003. I received my Bachelors in Elementary Education from Finlandia University and I will be working towards my Masters soon.
I currently live in Hubbell with my husband, Tyler and my son, Mason. I am excited and looking foward to what the school year will unfold. |
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KRISTIN MARCZAK
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 235
kjmarcza@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Hello! My name is Kristin Marczak. I am currently teaching First Grade at L'Anse Area Schools. This is my third year 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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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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KIMBERLY PAYNE
(906) 524-7365 ext. 241
krpayne@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Hello! My name is Kimberly Payne and this is my first year teaching at C.J. Sullivan Elementary School. I am one of the second grade teachers.
I am originally from Crystal Falls, Michigan and graduated from Forest Park High School in 2004. After high school, I attended Finlandia University for two years and graduated from Spring Arbor University in 2009. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education, Integrated Science, and Language Arts.
My free time is spent reading, kayaking, running, and spending time with my family and friends. |
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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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BRIAN PERRY
(906) 524-7365 ext. 224
bdperry@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Brian Perry is a 4th grade teacher at C.J. Sullivan Elementary School. During switch time Mr. Perry teaches math and writing. After school he works at volleyball matches. Mr. Perry graduated from Grand Valley State University Honors College in 2006 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and an Elementary Education minor. He is working toward his Masters Degree in Education Administration at Northern Michigan University. He taught 6th grade at Stangel Elementary in Manitowoc, Wisconsin before coming to L'Anse. The '11-12 school year will be Mr. Perry's 5th year in L'Anse. |
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ANNE SCHUMER
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 226
apschume@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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I grew up south of Marquette near Skandia, graduated from Gwinn High School, and received my degree in Elementary Education from Northern Michigan University. I began my teaching career with the Tahquamenon Area Schools teaching Title I for one year and then First Grade for four years.
From there, I taught Fourth Grade for one year and then Third Grade at the South Lyon Community Schools, downstate. After that I taught a combined class of Fifth and Sixth Grades at St. Mary's Catholic School in Pine City, MN before moving back to the U.P. I was the principal of Sacred Heart School in L'Anse for five years, before being hired by the L'Anse Area Schools to teach Third Grade.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, baking, and being outdoors in all seasons with my husband and my dog.
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MELISSA SCROGGS
(906) 524-6000 ext 363 or 365
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. 231
hestenvig@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Helen Stenvig. I live in Pelkie with my husband, John, and beagle, Ole. We have three grown children, all graduates of MTU in Houghton. I graduated from MTU with a degree in Biology, and then worked for several agencies, including the MI DNR Fisheries. Later, I returned to school at NMU and received my elementary teaching certificate. I began teaching at L'Anse, and am currently the 5th grade Science teacher. I am a great advocate for environmental and outdoor education. I enjoy gardening, being outdoors, and spending time with family. |
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JANEL SUMMERS
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 228
jasummers@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Hello, my name is Janel Summers. I am a graduate of L'Anse Area Schools. I received my Bachelors degree from Northern Michigan University witha Major in Elementary Education and English. I am currently working on my Masters Degree in Administration. I began my teaching career at C.J. Sullivan in Kindergarten then moved to 4th grade. I currently live in L'Anse and enjoy spending time in the outdoors. |
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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
aavandus@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Aaron VanDusen started teaching at L'Anse in fall of 2005. She graduated from Central Michigan University with a Bachelor of Music Education. Aaron's primary instrument is the trumpet, but she does play all instruments. Aaron will be teaching K-5 General, Junior High Band (grades 6 and 7), and Symphony Band (grades 8-12) this year. She is also the director of the Marching and and Pep Band for the football and basketball games. Aaron lives in L'Anse with her husband (John) and enjoys bike riding,reading,and playing trumpet with the Keweenaw Symphony Orchestra. She is also the President of District XIV for MSBOA (Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association). |
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JOHN VANDUSEN
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 222
jcvandus@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is John VanDusen and this will be my 4th year teaching in L'Anse. In the Elementary school I teach grade 6. I coach Varsity Football...GO HORNETS. I am also an officer in the Michigan National Guard. You can see what we are doing in class at: CLICK HERE |
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DARRIN VOSKUHL
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 213
davoskuhl@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Darrin Voskuhl. I am the 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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RISA WILLIAMSON
(906) 524-6000 ext 204
riwillia@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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My name is Risa Williamson. I am the K-8 School Guidance Counselor for C.J. Elementary on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays. I grew up in Green Bay, WI. I received a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in coaching through the University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire. I moved up to the UP to work in the mental health field. I fell in love with this area and it suits me well. I made the switch to education when I worked at the ISD as a Behavioral Consultant. At that time, I went to NMU to pursue my Master's degree in Education - School Guidance Counseling. I have over 7 years experience with School Guidance Counseling and provide classroom lessons, individual counseling and small group counseling. During my free time, I love spending time with my daughter, golfing, camping, yoga, and relaxing. My husband is a Houghton native and we have one daughter and one dog. We live in Houghton. |
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ARIANE YODER
(906) 524-7365 Ext. 236
akyoder@laschools.k12.mi.us |
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Hello! I am Ariane Yoder. This is my third year as a Kindergarten Teacher at C.J. Sullivan, and my ninth year total of teaching. I have taught 6th, 4th, and Preschool in past years. I love Kindergarten because we are so busy each day learning new things! It is very rewarding to teach students to become readers! The students are very excited to come to the "big" school! In my free time I enjoy running, reading, traveling with my husband, and visiting family. |
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