Four Teachers Hired to Join our Elementary Team
I am so excited to announce that with careful financial management by our Superintendent, Mrs. Kathy Enslin, we were able to interview and hire four new teachers at the elementary level. Grade level assignments have not yet been determined for these individuals, but we are excited that we will have three classroom sections within each grade level kindergarten through fifth.
The new teachers all come to Denver Elementary with experience. I will begin to touch on a few “fun facts” about each of our new professionals that will be joining our elementary team in August:
Brittanie Barnett
· Is currently completing her first year at Fairfield Community School District
· Is a 5th Generation Wartburg Alum
· Lived in England while growing up until the 5th Grade then moved to New Jersey, where her parents currently reside.
“Brittanie Is very well trained as a first year teacher, coming from Fairfield. Her training and experience blends very well with the direction that we are moving as a district. I am so excited to see Britannie’s positive influence and knowledge of educating children impact our students for years to come”
- Kim Tierney, Principal
Wendy Lohmann
· Has subbed for the Denver Community School District for the past 10 years.
· Has been a full-time classroom substitute for us in third grade since January 2011.
· Taught for four years full time in Illinois.
· Lives and remains active in the Denver Community with her husband, Craig and five children.
“Wendy is an exceptionally well-rounded person who will provide consistency for our students at the elementary level. Our students, staff, and community know and love her! Her positive attitude, experience, and incredible work-ethic made her an invaluable candidate for our open positions.”
- Kim Tierney, Principal
Michael Sullivan
· Has taught in four states, including Iowa, Arizona, Illinois, and Connecticut.
· Was Team Captain and Offensive MVP for his college football team
· Currently teaches first grade in Hudson, but throughout his five years of teaching experience has taught fifth grade and reading as well.
· Lead the development/revision of a standards-based report card within his grade level in Hudson
“Michael is a professional who comes to us with an incredible combination of education, experience, and many personal strengths. He comes VERY highly recommended, and I am very excited to see his strengths and knowledge put to use within our elementary.”
Kim Tierney, Principal
Stephanie Westendorf
· Has taught in the Waterloo school system for the past 4 years, including 4th and 5th Grades.
· Currently is the Team Leader for her grade level in Waterloo
· Is extensive professional training in several initiatives that fit very well within our system
· Volunteers to facilitate an After School Running Club in her school.
“Stephanie really stood out to us during the interview process. Her professional experiences, intelligence, and demeanor make her a perfect “fit” for our high expectations and standards of education here in Denver. I am so pleased with her extensive training, and her proven track record of focusing on learning and putting students first.”
Kim Tierney, Principal
