CM 201-U Welcomes New Hires at Orientation

CM 201-U Welcomes New Hires at Orientation
Posted on 08/14/2024
CM 201-U Welcomes New Hires at Orientation

Crete-Monee 201-U held its annual new hire orientation from August 12 to 14. The three-day orientation started on Monday with breakfast and warm welcomes from district leadership, who emphasized the district's commitment to fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. The icebreaker activity, a game of “Never Have I Ever,” sparked laughter from the group when a new hire shared a humorous story about being accidentally locked inside a mall after closing time.

The orientation aimed to provide new hires with essential tools and knowledge to kickstart their roles with confidence and clarity, including:

  • Technology Set-Up and Training: New hires received guidance on configuring their devices, accessing the district’s network, and using key software.
  • Mastering Google Suite: Instruction was provided on how to effectively use Google Drive, Google Classroom, and other vital tools, which are crucial for communication and collaboration within the district.
  • Navigating Business Payroll: An introduction to the payroll platform was given, covering how to access pay stubs and update personal information.
  • Department of Personnel & Culture overview: New hires were introduced to the team and learned about benefits, GCN training, time off policies, Red Rover, Rellevate, and PBIS.
  • District tour: The first day concluded with a tour of the school campus, allowing new hires to visit all the schools.

The second and third days focused on training provided by the Office of Teaching & Learning, covering topics such as the student and parent handbook, Atlas, EL services, Special Education, professional development, ELIS, Paper Tutoring, assessment mentoring, and curriculum. It was a comprehensive three days of valuable information to help launch their careers.

Please welcome our new hires to the Crete-Monee family:

  • Lizbeth Mejia, CMHS, Spanish Teacher
  • Andria Pettigrew-Sprouse, CMHS, History Teacher
  • Andrew Alexander, CMHS, Chemistry Teacher
  • Dorian Mays, CMHS, CTE Broadcasting Teacher
  • Ryan Zawacki, CMHS, Social Studies Teacher
  • Kimberly Moore, CMHS, Special Education Teacher
  • Andre Washington, CMHS, English Teacher
  • Candice Johnson, CMHS, English Teacher
  • Victoria Perez, CMHS, English Teacher
  • Kurt Dombkowski, CMHS, Physics Teachers
  • Ivy Wilcher, CMHS, Special Education Teacher
  • Kyron Elam, CMHS, Bilingual Teacher
  • Greg Youngblood, CMHS, Math Teacher
  • Kesha Miree, Bridges, Math Teacher
  • Karen Roorda, Bridges, Science Teacher
  • Gary Gomez, Bridges, Social Studies Teacher
  • Shania Jolly, Bridges, English Teacher (Alumni)
  • Latisha Brady, CMMS, English Teacher
  • Juilann Acevez, CMMS, Special Education Teacher
  • Sylvia Loera, CMMS, ELL Teacher
  • Michael Arndt, CMMS, Social Studies Teacher
  • Arleen Chavez, CMMS, Spanish Teacher
  • Elva Escobedo, CMMS, Spanish Teacher
  • Shannon Haggerty, CMMS, Special Education Teacher
  • Kenneth Hiemer, CMMS, Social Studies Teacher
  • Kayla Hon, CMMS, Physical Education Teacher
  • Carolyn Solava, CMMS, Design Tech Teacher
  • Jason Steele, CMMS, Music Teacher
  • William Driver, CMMS, Social Studies Teacher
  • Dessa Plants, CMMS, Science Teacher
  • Madelyne Bierman, CMMS, Design Tech Teacher
  • Michelle Twardy, Early Learning Center, Blended Early Childhood Special Education Teacher
  • Cassidy Seiter, Coretta Scott King Magnet, Special Education Multi-Needs Teacher
  • Elizabeth Gebbia, Coretta Scott King Magnet, Special Education Multi-Needs Teacher
  • Olivia Ochoa, Coretta Scott King Magnet, Third Grade Teacher
  • Kailyn Kissee, Crete Elementary, Kindergarten Teacher (Alumni)
  • Emma Damler, Crete Elementary, Third Grade Teacher
  • Brenlin Maple-Montgomery, Monee Elementary, Fifth Grade Teacher
  • Emily Northam, Monee Elementary, First Grade Teacher
  • Kaitlyn Murphy, Monee Elementary, First Grade Teacher (Alumni)
  • Lauren Devore, Monee Elementary, Fifth Grade Teacher
  • Mallory Ancira, Monee Elementary, Special Education Teacher, Grades 2-4
  • Ebony Libscomb, Monee Elementary, First Grade Teacher
  • Rachel Lindemulder, Monee and Talala Elementary, Art Teacher
  • Evan Adamon, Monee and Talala Elementary, Music Teacher
  • Kristina Widerburg, Talala Elementary, Fifth Grade Teacher
  • Krista Catt, Talala Elementary, Fifth Grade Teacher
  • Tara Pugh, Talala Elementary, Fourth Grade Teacher (Alumni)
  • Jennifer Smith, Coretta Scott King Magnet and Talala Elementary, Special Education Resource Teacher (Alumni)
  • Angela Senow, Out-of-District, Speech Language Pathologist

 

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