“Myself, my wife Rachele and my two sons Lucas and Caden love being outdoors and finding adventure. We love to go on hikes, go fishing, and hunt, and we enjoy making maple syrup every spring. There is usually some sort…
Staff Spotlight: Andrea Pleshe-Sims, School Social Worker
“Hello WMAES families and friends. I am Ms. Andrea and have been the school social worker for over 10 years and for the second year I am working exclusively with the elementary students. I love working with the younger population,…
Staff Spotlight: Sam Henry, Health Advocate
“Hi! The kids call me Ms. Henry or Ms. Sam! I adore working here and working with your young learners as a Student Advocate. But when I’m not here, you can find me doing something creative at home with my…
Staff Spotlight: Naida Wienert, Middle and High School Administrative Assistant
“Hi All! I’m Naida Weinert and you can usually find me in the Secondary Office. This pic shows me having fun with my family. Can you tell which one is me? Hint: I’m the short one in the bottom of…
Staff Spotlight: Renee Sangsland, Elementary Administrative Assistant
Meet Renee Sangsland, the voice on the phone when you call the elementary office! “Hello! My name’s Renee Sangsland and I’m the Elementary Administrative Assistant here at WMAES. I’m originally from Seattle, Washington. My job brought me out to Grand…
Staff Spotlight: Tasha Hanson, Full-time Substitute
“Hi WMAES! My name is Tasha Hanson, I work as a full time building sub for the elementary. I started in November of 2021. I absolutely love working here because the staff and families are so supportive and kind. It…
Staff Spotlight: Jason Condit, 1st Grade Teacher
“This will be my third year at WMAES and my second year teaching 1st grade. I like doing anything to stay active and be outside, like biking, hiking, kayaking, playing sports, camping, fishing, snowboarding, and love trying new activities! I…
Staff Spotlight: Becky Daldos, Nutrition Aide
“My name is Miss Becky and I am a nutrition aide here at WMAES. This is my third school year and I LOVE it! These kiddos hold such a special place in my heart and I greatly value the friendships…
Staff Spotlight: Kirsten Fairchild, Middle School Interventionist
“My name is Kirsten Fairchild and I will be the new interventionist for the middle school! Last year I taught 6th and 7th grade ELA, and I look forward to working with students again this coming school year. I absolutely…
Staff Spotlight: Andrea Hammond, Elementary English Teacher
“Hello! I’m Mrs. Hammond and I teach 5th grade Reading/ELA. This is my 16th year at WMAES. I have been teaching 5th grade for seven years and before that I taught Pre-K for nine years. My husband and I have…