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The Kimberly Area School District added 25 new teachers for 2017-18 school year.

Amber AllenCity of residence: AppletonImmediate family: Fiancé Chad,

daughter Charlotte (9), pets Charlie and Neptune

School(s) employed at: Westside Elementary School (occasionally assisting at KHS)

Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: Speech Language Pathologist (Speech Therapy)

College and degree(s) earned: BA in Journalism from the University of Southern Mississippi; MS in Communication Sciences and Disorders from UW-Eau Claire

Previous schools/employment: Clintonville Public School District

Favorite activity outside of school: Traveling and spending time with family.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? The moment I walked into Westside Elementary School it felt like home. I am very excited to be part of the amazing Westside staff and KASD’s special education team.

Clare AppletonCity of residence: KimberlyImmediate family: Anne Appleton

(mother), Peter Appleton (father), Rachael Peterson (sister), Chris Peterson (brother-in-law), Sam Appleton (brother), Paul Appleton (brother), Ashley Appleton (sister-in-law)

School(s) employed at: J.R. Gerritts Middle School

Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: 8th Grade Language Arts

College and degree(s) earned: St. Norbert College, Bachelor of Arts, Major: Education, Certification: Middle Childhood/Early Adolescence, Minor: Language Arts

Favorite activity outside of school: I love reading, cooking and baking, working out, and spending time with my family and friends!

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? There are many things that set the Kimberly Area School District apart from other districts, but the one thing that stands out the most to me is the dedication to helping students reach their fullest poten-tial – giving students what they need, when they need it! The well-being of every student is a priority of the KASD and certainly a priority of mine. It is my goal to build mean-ingful relationships with my stu-dents to help them be successful. I’m so excited to be part of a district that creates an atmosphere for stu-dents to achieve their very best.

Kirsten BandtCity of residence: MenashaImmediate family: Ryan Bandt -

HusbandSchool(s) employed at: Woodland

Intermediate SchoolGrade/subject you will be teach-

ing: Special Education - Intellectual Disabilities

College and degree(s) earned: UW-Oshkosh — Majors: Special Education and Elementary Education; Minor in Spanish

Favorite activity outside of school: Photography and reading

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? I completed my student teach-ing at Woodland Elementary School and was blown away by the warmth and dedication of the school and community.

Tricia BonsCity of residence: Little ChuteImmediate family: Husband Zack

and son WillSchool(s) employed at: Janssen

Elementary SchoolGrade/subject you will be teach-

ing: 3rd GradeCollege and degree(s) earned:

UW-Madison- Bachelors of Science in Education-Elementary Education

Previous schools/employment: St. John Nepomucene in Little Chute

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? I really liked that the District expects its teachers to continue to be learners.

Jennifer BootsCity of residence: KaukaunaImmediate family: Bill and Emilie

Boots, Elizabeth Boots, Ben BootsSchool(s) employed at: Kimberly

High SchoolGrade/subject you will be teach-

ing: Choir Director/Theatre Arts Teacher

Extra-curricular coach/advisor for: Theatre

College and degree(s) earned: University of Wisconsin - Madison, BM (Choral and General Music Education)

Previous schools/employment: Lakeland Union High School, Minocqua, WI

Favorite activity outside of school: In my spare time I enjoy exploring local coffee shops, reading, spending time with family and friends, and attending sporting events.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? There is a tradition of excel-lence in music and theatre at Kimberly High School that I look forward to continuing by working with committed, hardworking stu-dents and colleagues. It is exciting to work in a school district where the performing arts are supported and appreciated by the school and community.

Angie BrockmanCity of residence: Combined LocksImmediate family: Husband Tom

and kids Lily, Ella, Ryan.School(s) employed at: Janssen


ing: 2nd Grade LiteracyCollege and degree(s) earned:

Elementary and Special Education from Winona State University

Favorite activity outside of school: Spending time with my family at the lake or visiting parks.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? My children attend KASD and

I have been impressed with the District right from the start. I’m excited to join a district filled with so many caring, dedicated teachers

Courtney ClaversCity of residence: BrillionSchool(s) employed at: Janssen


ing: Special Education TeacherCollege and degree(s) earned:

Silver Lake College Regular

Education (EC), Early Childhood Special Education (EC), Regular Education (MC-EA) and Cross-Categorical Special Education (MC-EA) with an emphasis in Intellectual and Specific Learning Disabilities.

Favorite activity outside of school: Spending time with family and friends.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? The Kimberly Area School District provides a high quality edu-cation to all students. Students are provided with the opportunity to learn in meaningful and challeng-ing ways. To make learning mean-ingful and challenging, people in the district continually collaborate with each other to provide best practices and resources.

John CleaverCity of residence: GreenvilleImmediate family: (Wife) Alison,

Sons Jack (6), Matthew (4), Ethan (2) and daughter Isla

School(s) employed at: Kimberly High School

Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: Mathematics

Extra-curricular coach/advisor for: Asst. Boys Basketball Coach

College and degree(s) earned: M.S. Bemidji State, B.S. UW - La Crosse

Previous schools/employment: Kaukauna, St. Mary Catholic, Lourdes Academy

Favorite activity outside of school: Family or friends time, golf and music.

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At the meeting they decided what their club basket theme is for the adult leader’s banquet. They are doing a candy land theme and each member needs to bring something to the August meeting to put in the basket.

Their next 4-H meeting is Monday, Sept. 11, at 6:30 p.m. at St. Mary School in Kaukauna.

Augustcontinued from page 5

Kimberly Area School District adds new teachers for 2017-18 school year

Nicole Noonan photosKimberly High School has six new teachers. Front: Chelsea Kierszh, Melissa Pierson, John Cleaver, Jr., Jennifer Boots, Kayla Holtermann. Back: Mike Wilbert.

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• Pay off mortgage — Jim and Joan have a 30-year mortgage. If one of them dies well before that mortgage is paid off, could the other one afford to keep making payments to remain in the house with the children? It might be quite difficult — many families absolutely need two incomes to pay a mortgage, along with all the other costs of liv-

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Tricia Oltmann

Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: Special Education

Extra-curricular coach/advisor for: Freshman volleyball coach

College and degree(s) earned: UW Stevens Point - Special Educatio

Previous schools/employment: Washington Middle School Green Bay

Favorite activity outside of school: Baking and anything Walt Disney World.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? The inviting educational oppor-tunities and student empowered learning.

Joshua HopfenspergerCity of residence: AppletonImmediate family: Timothy

(Father), Joan (Mother), Alyssa (Sister) and Julia (Sister)

School(s) employed at: Woodland Intermediate School

Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: 5th Grade/Reading, Writing, and Science

Extra-curricular coach/advisor for: Coaching basketball

College and degree(s) earned: University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and a Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence (Grades 1-8) degree

Previous schools/employment: 2nd Grade teacher at Jefferson Elementary School in the Appleton Area School District

Favorite activity outside of school: In my free time I enjoy playing and watching different sports with my friends and family. I also enjoy spending time playing with my

Golden Doodle named Bo.What stood out about the school

district that made you accept the job? Kimberly is known to be a very respectable district. The schools and facilities are exceptional.

Monique JamroseCity of residence: AppletonSchool(s) employed at: J.R.

Gerritts Middle SchoolGrade/subject you will be teach-

ing: 7th Grade Special EducationCollege and degree(s) earned: UW

Oshkosh with a degree in Elementary and Special Education, Grades 1-8

Previous schools/employment: Last year I was a 5th grade special education teacher at LB Clarke Middle School in Two Rivers, Wisconsin.

Favorite activity outside of school: I enjoy kayaking and fishing with my fiancé, Cory. I also like to read and bake during my free time! Whenever able to, I love spending time relaxing with my family and friends.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? I was previously a long-term substitute at KHS and at Janssen. Even as a substitute, I felt so wel-comed by the students and staff. I had a positive experience working within the District and I am excited to have the opportunity once again.

Chelsea KierszhCity of residence: NeenahSchool(s) employed at: Kimberly


ing: Math 1, Math 2, Math 3College and degree(s) earned:

Bachelors of Science in Education (secondary) / Mathematics

Previous schools/employment: Slinger High School (3 years)

Favorite activity outside of school: Being active.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? The thing that stood out to me about the school district is the drive to help each student develop to their greatest potential.

Lindsey KruchoskiCity of residence: AppletonImmediate family: My husband

Ben and four kids Jacob, Piper, Zoe, and Quinn

School(s) employed at: Janssen Elementary School

Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: Third Grade Literacy

College and degree(s) earned: Bachelors in Special Education and Education Grades 1 through 8, working towards a Master’s degree in reading.

Previous schools/employment: Kiel Area School District

Favorite activity outside of school: Doing activities with my family.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? I have always heard Kimberly is an outstanding school district both for teachers and students.

Katy MarinoCity of residence: AppletonImmediate family: Parents Vic

and Susan Richard; Husband Chris

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? Commitment to pursuing suc-cess with students, staff and the entire community.

Bradley DemminCity of residence: OshkoshImmediate family: Aimee

Demmin - wife; Ryan Demmin - brother; Sam Demmin - father


Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: School Counselor

College and degree(s) earned: Masters in School Counseling at the University of North Carolina at

Charlotte; Bachelors of Science (Special Education) at University of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Previous schools/employment: South Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte, NC; Wake Forest-Rolesville High School in Wake Forest, NC

Favorite activity outside of school: Golf.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? There was an obvious student centered approach with a commit-ment to various types of counseling on a day-by-day basis.

Kayla HoltermannCity of residence: Green BaySchool(s) employed at: Kimberly

High School

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Nicole Noonan photosJanssen School in Combined Locks has six new teachers this year. Front: Tricia Bons, Lindsey Kruchoski, Mikayla Schnell. Back: Angie Brockman, Courtney Clavers, Brooke Van Dreel.



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Michelle RammerCity of residence: AppletonSchool(s) employed at: Woodland


ing: KindergartenCollege and degree(s) earned: I

graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville in 2014 with a major in Elementary Education and minors in Early Childhood and Inclusion.

Previous schools/employment: I taught 2 years of kindergarten in the Portage Community School District.

Favorite activity outside of school: Outside of school I enjoy going camping, spending time with my friends and family, and attending sporting events.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? I attended school in the Kimberly Area School District and am a proud graduate from Kimberly High School.

Mikayla SchnellCity of residence: KielImmediate family: My immediate

family includes my mom, Mardell, my dad, Mike, and my brother, Macullen.

School(s) employed at: Janssen Elementary School

Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: Kindergarten (5K)

College and degree(s) earned: I graduated from Lakeland University with a degree in Early Childhood Education.

Previous schools/employment: I student taught at Zielanis Elemen-tary School in Kiel, The Early Learning Center in Sheboygan, and Jackson Elementary School in Sheboygan. I also taught summer school this past summer at Zielanis Elementary School in Kiel. I taught Stepping Up to First Grade, Reading for Success Grade 1, and Math for

Success Grade 1. I worked at the YMCA in Sheboygan as a summer Day Care Teacher. While attending Lakeland University, I worked at their on-campus day care and was the Alumni Assistant in the office. I also tutored two students and bab-ysat for many families. Lastly, I completed an internship at the Boys and Girls Club in Sheboygan for a summer.

Favorite activity outside of school: My favorite activity outside of school is spending time with my family and fiancé. I enjoy going for walks, playing games, sitting by campfires, traveling, polka dancing, baking, and cooking.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? There were many aspects about the school district that made me accept the job. First, I really like their mission statement, which is to ensure that every student is given the opportunity to reach their potential through academics, the arts, and co-curricular activities. Another aspect that really stood out to me was the teachers’ dedication to the students and willingness to help other teachers and colleagues with anything they need. The teach-ers and staff made me feel like I was a part of the Kimberly family the moment I stepped into the doors of Janssen Elementary School, which was very welcoming and comforting as a young, new teacher.

Christopher SchuttCity of residence: AppletonImmediate family: Kevin Schutt -

Father; Jodi Schutt - Mother; Parker Schutt - Brother


Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: Tech Ed

College and degree(s) earned: Bachelor of Science Construction

JRG Middle School in Kimberly has five new staff members. Front: Chris Schutt, Brad Demmin. Back: Monique Jamrose, Stephanie Wild, Clare Appleton.


and son WilliamSchool(s) employed at: All Four

District Elementary SchoolsGrade/subject you will be teach-

ing: MusicCollege and degree(s) earned:

Eastman School of Music - Bachelor’s of Music; Boston University - Master’s of Music

Previous schools/employment: North Broward Preparatory School in Coconut Creek, Florida

Favorite activity outside of school: Reading, yoga and music.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? Reputation of the district, friendliness of principals, love of the area and proximity to extended family.

Tara MeyersCity of residence: DarboyImmediate family: Husband Tim,

kids - Madison, Thomas and Meredith


Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: 5th Grade Literacy

College and degree(s) earned: Clarke University, Dubuque Iowa

Previous schools/employment: School Specialty

Favorite activity outside of school: Boating with my family.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? As a parent with three kids in KASD, I have had the opportunity to see firsthand how committed the teachers, staff and administrators are each day. I accepted this posi-tion because I wanted to be part of a team that is student focused and committed to student growth, not only academically, but socially and emotionally as well. I am excited to begin this school year and I am proud to be part of the Papermaker Community.

Natalie MoserCity of residence: KimberlyImmediate family: My dad Craig,

my mom Julie, and my sister NicoleSchool(s) employed at: Westside

ElementaryGrade/subject you will be teach-

ing: Special EducationCollege and degree(s) earned: UW

- Oshkosh Bachelor of Science in Education

Favorite activity outside of school: Playing basketball.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? Kimberly Area School District appealed to me for its strong dedica-tion to the success of both students and staff. I can’t wait to begin my teaching career in the Kimberly Area School District.

Melissa PiersonCity of residence: OshkoshSchool(s) employed at: Kimberly


ing: 9th Civics/Geography 10th Modern US History

College and degree(s) earned: Broadfield Social Science Education Degree Minor- History

Favorite activity outside of school: Cooking, baking and traveling.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? I was blown away by how many unique and challenging class offer-ings this district provides for their students! I was most surprised to find out that Anthropology was offered as an elective course, which was a class that I wasn’t able to take until I went to college.


Nicole Noonan photosWoodland School in Harrision has five new staff members: Kirsten Bandt, Tiffany Wesoloski, Josh Hopfensperger, Michelle Rammer, Tara Meyers.

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Bachelor of Science Construction Management; Bachelor of Science Safety Management

Previous schools/employment: Property adjuster at EMC Insurance and construction worker at Septagon Construction.

Favorite activity outside of school: Hiking, lifting and traveling.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? They emphasize critical think-ing and problem solving. Having worked in several industries, I believe these are important skills to teach students.

Brooke Van DreelCity of residence: KaukaunaImmediate family: Wendy and

Gary Vander HeidenSchool(s) employed at: Janssen


ing: Special EducationCollege and degree(s) earned:

Dual Major Elementary and Special Education

Previous schools/employment: Brillion Elementary School

Favorite activity outside of school: Spending time outside.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? The overwhelming level of kindness and support from all the teachers, staff, and administrators.

Tiffany WesoloskiCity of residence: HarrisonImmediate family: Jason (hus-

band), Callen (son- 6), Kensley (daughter- 3)


Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: 6th Grade Reading/Social Studies

College and degree(s) earned: UW-Oshkosh (Elementary Education), Marian University (Masters in Education) and Concordia University (Reading License)

Previous schools/employment: Appleton Area School District- taught grades 3-5, and was mostly recently a Literacy Coach and Reading Interventionist.

Favorite activity outside of school: Playing with my children, spending time up north, and cheering on Wisconsin sports teams.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? What stood out the most was the dedication to excellence and their reputation as a progressive school district. My experience as a parent in the Kimberly Area School District has been nothing short of amazing, and I am so excited to also become involved in this community as an educator.

Mike WilbertCity of residence: Black CreekImmediate family: Trisha (wife),

daughters Claire and Olivia, and son Ted

School(s) employed at: Kimberly High School

Grade/subject you will be teach-ing: Literacy & Math

College and degree(s) earned: Bachelor of Science Education

Previous schools/employment: Webster Stanley Middle School - Oshkosh

Favorite activity outside of school: Anything outdoors, hunting, fish-ing, and gardening.

What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? I was excited about the oppor-tunities to work with different pop-ulations of students, and strength of academic & athletic programs.

Stephanie WildCity of residence: OshkoshSchool(s) employed at: J.R.

Gerritts Middle SchoolGrade/subject you will be teach-

ing: 8th Grade US History and Language Arts

College and degree(s) earned: Bachelors from University of

Wisconsin Oshkosh and Masters of Instructional Technology from Alverno College

Previous schools/employment: Taught 14 years at Luther Burbank School, Milwaukee Public Schools.

Favorite activity outside of school: Watching Wisconsin sports, spend-ing time with family and friends, and biking.What stood out about the school district that made you accept the job? KASD reputation precedes it! Time and time again, people spoke so highly of KASD-wherever I went, I heard nothing but amazing things. I was drawn to the values KASD has especially in teaching our children and striving to be the best professionally. I look forward to being challenged as a teacher to be my best and do my best for the students of KASD.

Westside School in Kimberly has three new teachers this year: Katy Marino, Natalie Moser, Amber Allen.


The Joint Finance Committee adopted an education funding plan which spends more than $600 mil-lion in the classroom and rewards frugal schools by raising the low-revenue ceiling. Per-pupil funding will increase by $200 and $204 in the first and second years of the biennium respectively.

“Our great public schools received a big boost yesterday and will keep Wisconsin’s public education system one of the best in the country,” said Rep. Tusler. Wisconsin’s public schools ranked fourth best in the nation according to a recent report. “This budget puts more money in the classroom, helps rural schools, increases access to educational opportunities, and focuses on retain-ing and rewarding great teachers.”

All school districts in the Third Assembly District will see increased funding from the 2015-17 state budget: Kimberly: $2,782,628, Kaukauna: $2,699,276, and Little Chute: $989,261.

The committee also approved $1.6 million to fully fund the sparsity aid program and created a new pro-gram to prevent school districts from losing sparsity aid year to year. This will help ensure that

rural schools have the funding needed to provide the materials and classroom programs students need to not fall behind urban and high-revenue school districts. Further, $1 million will be spent to connect future teachers with rural school districts to address teacher short-ages. Teachers will now also be able to receive lifetime teaching licenses. Simplifying the licensing process will help school districts meet work-force needs.

Wisconsin’s school choice program eligibility was also expanded to 220 percent of the Federal Poverty Level, giving more families more options when making educational decisions for their children.

“We are spending at least $200 per pupil in the classroom, increas-ing overall education funding more than last budget and giving parents a choice when it comes to educating their children all while keeping property taxes lower than in 2010, 2014, and today,” said Tusler.

The Joint Finance Committee will finish its work on the state budget before it heads to the Assembly and Senate for approval by both cham-bers, which is expected sometime in September.

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