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Monroe Central Elementary

Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week

Staff Appreciation Week

Please browse through our staff slides and take a moment to share your thanks and appreciation by clicking on their email address! (All staff members are listed in alphabetical order.) If an email address is missing, simply send your email to mcepto@hotmail.com - we will make sure to forward your message along. Any gifts can be dropped off at the MCE front office on Mon-Fri, between 10am and 2pm.

Mrs. Suzanne Armstrong

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Yapp’s classroomFavorite place to eat out: Applebee’s, Olive GardenFavorite places to shop: Target, Hobby LobbyFavorite food: Tacos, FruitsFavorite candy/snack: Sour Patch Kids, sweetsFavorite drink: Coffee, Diet Pepsi, Sweet TeaFavorite color: PurpleFavorite sports team: Colts and MC BearsFor fun I like to: Camp, be with familyWish list for my classroom: Games, toys

Miss Logan Bland loganb@monroecentral.org

Position: 4th Grade TeacherFavorite place to eat out: Puerto Vallarta, Olive GardenFavorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: Mexican foodFavorite drink: Dr. PepperFavorite color: Teal, purple, pinkFavorite sports team: RedsFavorite candy/snack: Mini M&M’s, gummy bears, fruits, cheeseFor fun I like to: Coach softball, be near water, be with friends and familyWish list for my classroom: Chapter books, Expo dry erase markers

Ms. Mandy Bly amandab@monroecentral.org

Position: 3rd Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Texas RoadhouseFavorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: Mexican, saladFavorite candy/snack: Heath bar, Rolo, Cheddar Sour Cream chipsFavorite drink: French Vanilla Cappuccino, waterFavorite color: Deep blueFavorite flower: SunflowerFor fun I like to: Play with my dogs, readWish list for my classroom: Indoor recess games, stickers

Mr. Derrick Braswell derrickb@monroecentral.org

Position: Band Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Favorite places to shop: Favorite food: Favorite candy/snack: Favorite drink: Favorite color: Favorite sports team: For fun I like to: Wish list for my classroom:

Mrs. Mackenzi Braun mackenzib@monroecentral.org

Position: Kindergarten Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Puerto Vallarta, El CarretonFavorite places to shop: TJ Maxx, Target, AmazonFavorite food: Arroz con polloFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s Cup, Nutella & pretzelsFavorite drink: Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte, Coke ZeroFavorite color: BlackFavorite sports team: Cubs, IU BasketballFor fun I like to: Go boating, exercise, create on my cricutWish list for my classroom: Classroom wishlist on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WZAMSTS3ZGC6?ref_=wl_share

Mr. Ross Braun rossb@monroecentral.org

Position: Assistant Principal Favorite place to eat out: Puerto VallartaFavorite places to shop: AmazonFavorite food: MexicanFavorite candy/snack: Gummies, ChewyFavorite drink: White Chocolate Mocha, Diet CokeFavorite color: RedFavorite sports team: Chicago CubsFor fun I like to: Run, boating, spend time with familyWish list for my classroom: anything motivational

Mrs. Wendy Buckmaster

Position: Cafeteria Favorite place to eat out: IHOP, Texas RoadhouseFavorite places to shop: Kohl’sFavorite food: Pizza, spaghettiFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s cupsFavorite drink: Favorite color: PurpleFavorite sports team: For fun I like to: Work in flower beds, work in barn, goat shows, swap meets

Mrs. Brandy Burris brandyb@monroecentral.org

Position: Librarian Favorite place to eat out: Texas RoadhouseFavorite places to shop: Hayloft, Maurice’sFavorite food: SteakFavorite candy/snack: Turtles, caramel cornFavorite drink: Vanilla caramel latte, waterFavorite color: Red/pinkFavorite sports team: CubsFor fun I like to: RunWish list for my classroom: Magnets, pencils, markers, crayons

Mrs. Carolyn Chalfant

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Kritsch’s classroom Favorite place to eat out: Applebee’sFavorite places to shop: Kohl’sFavorite food: PizzaFavorite candy/snack: M&M’s, Hershey kisses, Chex MixFavorite drink: Cafe mocha, iced teaFavorite color: Blue and orangeFavorite sports team: Yankees, ColtsFor fun I like to: Bike rides, doing crafts, volunteer work

Mr. Brent Chamness brentc@monroecentral.org

Position: 5th Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Applebee’sFavorite places to shop: OnlineFavorite food: Cheese, applesFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s Cups, fruit snacksFavorite drink: Diet Dr. PepperFavorite color: RedFavorite sports team: Cubs, ColtsFor fun I like to: Spend time with my wife and kidsWish list for my classroom:

Mrs. Jama Childress jamac@monroecentral.org

Position: Title I Director

Favorite place to eat out: Panera BreadFavorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: SaladFavorite candy/snack: Dark chocolate, popcornFavorite drink: Cold coffee, BAI waterFavorite color: PurpleFavorite sports team: ColtsFor fun I like to: Relax, read, garden, be outside, spend time with my husbandWish list for my classroom: Batteries, pencils, stickers, sticky notes

Mrs. Erin Cooper erinc@monroecentral.org

Position: Speech Therapist Favorite place to eat out: Pizza, Mexican, Applebee’sFavorite perfume: Bath & Body, TJ Maxx, Hobby LobbyFavorite food: Anything sweet and snackyFavorite candy/snack: Chocolate, salty, not so much carmelFavorite drink: Not picky, any pop, water, coffeeFavorite color: YellowFavorite sports team: Colts, MC Bears, RedsFor fun I like to: Kid’s activities - baseball, softball, 4H, pigs, etc. Just moved to country. Gardening. Food Network. Fixer Upper. Pioneer Woman.Wish list for my classroom: Nice pens, sticky notes, BIC write-out EZ correction tape

Mrs. Karen Corder karencorder@monroecentral.org

Position: Administrative Assistant Gladiator

Favorite place to eat out: NOT McDonald’sFavorite places to shop: Kohl’s, JCPenney, TJ MaxxFavorite food: Most any!Favorite candy/snack: Hot Tamales, Red Vines, Reese SticksFavorite drink: Caramel Macchiato, water, teaFavorite color: PinkFavorite scent: Creme brulee, cinnamonFor fun I like to: work puzzles, garden, visit with family

Mrs. Carrie Cox

Position: Paraprofessional in the Title Dept Favorite place to eat out: Chick-Fil-A, Taco BellFavorite places to shop: Dollar Tree, Hobby LobbyFavorite food: Chicken Power BowlFavorite candy/snack: Chocolate, trail mixFavorite drink: Carmel Frap, Diet CokeFavorite color: OrangeFavorite sports team: Steelers, Notre DameFor fun I like to: Sew, read superhero comics and mysteries, taking walksWish list for my classroom: Dry erase markers

Monroe Central School Corporation Office

Adrian Moulton, SuperintendentAnne Taylor, Director of Student ServicesDiana Dull, Corporation TreasurerPatsy Winans, Secretary & Food Services DirectorKay Rinard, Payroll & Deputy TreasurerBrent Headland, Technology DirectorShawn Gray, Technology Integration SpecialistCraig Cantrell, IT

Mrs. Ashley Dance

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Garrett’s classroom Favorite place to eat out: McAllister’s, Olive Garden, Moe’sFavorite places to shop: Target, Fresh Thyme, TJ MaxxFavorite food: Pizza, chicken, saladFavorite candy/snack: Dark chocolate, yogurt, string cheese, nutrition barsFavorite drink: Iced or hot/black coffee, water, sparkling waterFavorite color: Blue, GreenFavorite sports team: Reds, Colts, Indianapolis IndiansFor fun I like to: Catch up at home, read, watch movies, hang with my familyWish list for my classroom: Pencils, paper, notebooks

Mrs. Christy Daniels

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Yapp’s classroom

Favorite place to eat out: Mexican, Taco BellFavorite places to shop: Walmart, Target, AldiFavorite food: Beef noodles, mashed potatoes, pizzaFavorite candy/snack: Dark chocolate, crackers, chipsFavorite drink: Mt. Dew, Tea, Propel waterFavorite color: Green, yellow, purpleFavorite sports team: MC Cross Country, Archery, TrackFor fun I like to: Hang with my family and friends

Miss Brittany Davis brittanyd@monroecentral.org

Position: 6th Grade Math Teacher

Favorite place to eat out: Amazing Joe’sFavorite places to shop: Hobby LobbyFavorite food: MexicanFavorite candy/snack: Almond Joy, Trail MixFavorite drink: Coffee with cream, Diet CokeFavorite color: YellowFavorite flower: PeonyFor fun I like to: Travel to KY to visit my niece and nephew

Mrs. Shae Davis shaed@monroecentral.org

Position: Kindergarten Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Chick-Fil-A, McAlister’s DeliFavorite places to shop: Maurice’s, Target, AmazonFavorite food: Ghirardelli Caramel SquaresFavorite candy/snack: Twix, beef jerkyFavorite drink: Caramel Vanilla Latte, Iced Caramel Vanilla Latte @ StarbucksFavorite color: Teal, yellowFavorite flower: SunflowersFor fun I like to: Exercise, swim, cookoutWish list for my classroom: Books, post-its, games, shapes, dice

Mr. Kyle Deboy kyled@monroecentral.org

Position: 5th Grade Math Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Chick-Fil-AFavorite places to shop: Lowe’sFavorite fruit: ApplesFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s CupsFavorite drink: Diet Mt. DewFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: Colts, PacersFor fun I like to: Boating, spend time with my wife, buildingWish list for my classroom: Dry erase markers

Mrs. Sherry DeVoss

Position: Paraprofessional

Favorite place to eat out: Favorite places to shop: Favorite food: Favorite candy/snack: Favorite drink: Favorite color: Favorite sports team: For fun I like to:

Ms. Stevey Dodd

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Yapp’s Classroom

Favorite place to eat out: Moe’sFavorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: SeafoodFavorite candy/snack: Milky Way, Banana twinsFavorite drink: CokeFavorite color: Coral PinkFavorite flower: SunflowersFor fun I like to: Rummaging

Mrs. Desiree Duncan

Position: CafeteriaFavorite place to eat out: TacosFavorite places to shop: Hobby LobbyFavorite food: TacosFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s Cups Favorite drink: Diet PepsiFavorite color: GreenFor fun I like to: Hidden word search puzzles, Sudoku

Mrs. Crystal Garrett crystalg@monroecentral.org

Position: 4th Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: McAlister’s Deli, Puerto Vallarta, Texas RoadhouseFavorite places to shop: Maurice’s, Target, Meijer, WalmartFavorite food: Steak and potatoesFavorite candy/snack: Peanut M&Ms , M&M peanut butter, trail mix, fresh fruitFavorite drink: Caramel frappe, cool blue gatoradeFavorite color: Blue, orangeFavorite sports team: Colts, Cincinnati RedsFor fun I like to: Sit by a fire and roast marshmallows, boating, family timeWish list for my classroom: Expo markers, Scholastic books, Teacher’s Pay Teachers gift cards.

Mr. Chris Gourley chrisg@monroecentral.org

Position: Physical Education Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Amazing Joe’s, Taco BellFavorite place to shop: MenardsFavorite food: Tacos, pizza, shrimpFavorite candy/snack: Peanut M&M’s, doughnutsFavorite drink: Mt. DewFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: Chicago Bears, Pacers, Reds, Colts, St. Louis CardinalsFor fun I like to: Read, garden, go to moviesWish list for my classroom: Dodgeballs, Nine square, hockey sticks

Go ahead - send an email!!

Please remember to take a moment to share your thanks and appreciation

by clicking on the email address on teacher’s slides! (All staff members are

listed in alphabetical order.) If an email address is missing, simply send your

email to mcepto@hotmail.com - we will make sure to forward your message

along. Any gifts of appreciations can be dropped off at the MCE front office

on Mon-Fri, between 10am and 2pm.

Mrs. Chabree Grove

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Keesling’s classroom

Favorite place to eat out: Texas Roadhouse, Olive GardenFavorite places to shop: Maurice’s, TargetFavorite food: BrowniesFavorite candy/snack: Skittles, chocolate chip cookiesFavorite drink: Iced coffee, CokeFavorite color: Dark redFavorite sports team: ColtsFor fun I like to: Family time, camping, photography

Mrs. Keeley Guffey keeleyg@monroecentral.org

Position: Special Education Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Amazing JoesFavorite places to shop: TJ MaxxFavorite food: Pasta, caesar saladFavorite candy/snack: Twix, popcornFavorite drink: Coffee, milkFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: Cardinals baseballFor fun I like to: Walk my dogs, watch movies with my hubby (Zach)Wish list for my classroom: Expo markers, notebooks, flexible seating

Miss Kelsey Haley kelseyh@monroecentral.org

Favorite place to eat out: Starbucks Position: 5th/6th Language Arts Teacher Favorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: PizzaFavorite candy/snack: Life Savers, Dove chocolates, popcornFavorite drink: Pumpkin Spiced Latte, Iced AmericanFavorite color: Yellow, green, blueFavorite sports team: Green Bay PackersFor fun I like to: Spend time with family and friends, watch movies, readWish list for my classroom: Superhero comics and decor

Best of luck to Miss Haley!

Thank you for

bringing your

superhero powers

to Monroe Central!

Keep in touch!

~ Congrats on your

upcoming wedding ~

Mrs. Megan Hicks meganh@monroecentral.org

Position: Math Interventionist Favorite place to eat out: Chili’sFavorite places to shop: Target, American EagleFavorite food: Mac-n-cheeseFavorite candy/snack: Twix, popcornFavorite drink: Pumpkin Spice Latte, Vanilla creme soda, ZeviaFavorite color: PurpleFavorite sports team: Notre DameFor fun I like to: Be outdoors, boating, biking, hammock, volleyball, crossfitWish list for my classroom: Dry erase board, pencil sharpener

Miss Cierra Hobbs cierrah@monroecentral.org

Position: 2nd Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Puerto Vallarta, Fazoli’sFavorite places to shop: Dollar TreeFavorite food: Anything but vegetables!Favorite candy/snack: Twix, salty snacksFavorite drink: Iced coffee, PepsiFavorite color: OrangeFavorite sports team: ColtsFor fun I like to: Read on my KindleWish list for my classroom: Flexible seating

Mrs. Laura Iles lauram@monroecentral.org

Position: 3rd Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Chili’s, Culvers, Texas RoadhouseFavorite places to shop: Target, Walmart, thrift shopsFavorite food: Potatoes and cupcakesFavorite candy/snack: Dark chocolate kisses, flamin’ hot popcornFavorite drink: Frappuccino, Diet CokeFavorite color: Bright redFavorite sports team: ColtsFor fun I like to: Read, thrift shopping, baking, watch moviesWish list for my classroom: Pencil sharpener, multi-sensory spelling supplies, graphic novels (AR books)

Mrs. Jill Keesling jillk@monroecentral.org

Position: 1st Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Sitara, McAlister’s DeliFavorite places to shop: AmazonFavorite food: PizzaFavorite candy/snack: Veggie Straws, Milky WayFavorite drink: Pumpkin Spice Latte, Mt. DewFavorite color: PinkFavorite sports team: Miami HurricanesFor fun I like to: Bird watch, read, shopWish list for my classroom: Books, rug, cabinets, notebooks, border, paints

Mr. Craig Knuckles

Position: Student Resource OfficerFavorite place to eat out: Texas RoadhouseFavorite places to shop: AmazonFavorite food: BaconFavorite candy/snack: Dry roasted peanuts Favorite drink: Sweet teaFavorite color: Black, blueFavorite sports team: Chicago BearsFor fun I like to: Hunt

Mrs. Heidi Knuckles

Position: Paraprofessional in Miss Saulmon’s classroom

Favorite place to eat out: Texas RoadhouseFavorite places to shop: Outlet malls, TargetFavorite food: MexicanFavorite candy/snack: Heath Bar, DoritosFavorite drink: Sweet teaFavorite color: OrangeFavorite sports team: IllinoisFor fun I like to: Spend time with family, follow kids and their activities

Mr. Tracy Koch tracyk@monroecentral.org

Position: Art Teacher

Favorite place to eat out: St. Elmo’s SteakhouseFavorite cake: German chocolateFavorite food: Texas steaksFavorite candy/snack: Hundred GrandFavorite ice cream: Moose TracksFavorite color: Blue, greenFavorite music: Contemporary ChristianFor fun I like to: Cycling, spend time with my kids

Mrs. Christa Kritsch christak@monroecentral.org

Position: 1st Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Mexican restaurantsFavorite places to shop: TJ MaxxFavorite food: MexicanFavorite candy/snack: Candy corn, popcornFavorite drink: Coffee, CokeFavorite color: GreenFavorite sports team: ColtsFor fun I like to: Read, jogWish list for my classroom: Indoor recess toys

Mrs. Gaby Lacy

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Thornburg’s classroomFavorite place to eat out: Thai SmileFavorite places to shop: TJ MaxxFavorite food: Anything!Favorite candy/snack: All!Favorite drink: Iced coffeeFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: ColtsFor fun I like to: SewWish list for my classroom: Books, games, dry erase markers

Mr. Mark Lacy

Position: ParaprofessionalFavorite place to eat out: Favorite places to shop: Favorite food: Favorite candy/snack: Favorite drink: Favorite color: Favorite sports team: For fun I like to: Wish list for my classroom:

Mr. Todd Lee

Position: CustodianFavorite place to eat out: El CarretonFavorite places to shop: CabelasFavorite food: MexicanFavorite candy/snack: ChocolateFavorite drink: Milk, sweet teaFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: IU For fun I like to: Golf, fishWish list for my classroom:

Ms. Kindra Longfellow

Position: Paraprofessional in Title I/ Bears Favorite place to eat out: Applebee’sFavorite places to shop:TJ MaxxFavorite food: Mac-n-Cheese, French FriesFavorite candy/snack: Goobers, Reese’s Cups, apples & peanut butterFavorite drink: French vanilla coffee, iced coffee, McD’s CokeFavorite color: PurpleFavorite sports team: USA GymnasticsFor fun I like to: Sleep, float, get a pedicure, massage, watch Greys!Wish list for my classroom: A fountain

Mrs. Scarlett Ludwig

Position: Cafeteria Favorite place to eat out: El CarretonFavorite places to shop: Kohl’sFavorite food: MexicanFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s Eggs, Hearts & TreesFavorite drink: Diet CokeFavorite color: YellowFavorite sports team: MC Bears, ColtsFor fun I like to: Be involved with my girl’s and grandchildren’s lives and activities

Mrs. Adrienne Mahaffey amahaffey@monroecentral.org

Position: Kindergarten Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Olive Garden, McAlister’s Deli, Ninja of JapanFavorite places to shop: Target, TJ Maxx, Country Charm, AmazonFavorite food: Blooming onion, potatoes, friesFavorite candy/snack: Peach rings, Sour Patch Kids, Raisinets (Nestle)Favorite drink: Mocha Frap @ Starbucks, Ice Mountain WaterFavorite sports team: IU, BSU, WisconsinFor fun I like to: Go boating with family, decorate my houseFavorite color: RedWish list for my classroom: Scotch tape, gel pens, clorox wipes, Amazon stuff!

Maintenance Staff

Ron Downing, Director of OperationsFull-time maintenance:Erik Knott, Nicki MorrisPart-time maintenance:Rick Downing, Don Mills

What do these people do? SOME of the things they do (not ALL!!): Fix plumbing, doors, lights, painting, mowing, ceiling tiles, snow removal, sealing & painting parking lots, building projects, pick up trash, repair desks, and any thing else that our students and staff require. We have the BEST maintenance crew around!!!!

Miss Brittany Marshall brittanym@monroecentral.org

Position: Administrative Assistant Ninja Favorite place to eat out: Texas Roadhouse, Penn StationFavorite places to shop: TJ Maxx, TargetFavorite food: Mexican, Chinese, ItalianFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s Cup, Rice KrispiesFavorite drink: Iced Mocha, Mt. DewFavorite color: GreenFavorite sports team: Notre DameFor fun I like to: Binge Netflix or Hulu

Mrs. Kari McCreery

Position: Nurse Assistant Favorite place to eat out: Panera Bread, Chick-Fil-AFavorite places to shop: Target, TJ MaxxFavorite food: HummusFavorite candy/snack: Dark chocolate almonds, dark chocolate trail mixFavorite drink: Starbucks, decaf iced green teaFavorite color: GreenFavorite sports team: CubsFor fun I like to: Exercise, read, yoga

Mrs. Lindsey Miller lindseym@monroecentral.org

Position: Music Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Johnny CarinosFavorite places to shop: AmazonFavorite food: Berries and chocolateFavorite candy/snack: Dove chocolate, Muddie BuddiesFavorite drink: Chai Tea, Iced teaFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: Monroe Central BearsFor fun I like to: Spend time with family, boating, vacationingWish list for my classroom: Dry erase markers, colorful printer paper, bean bags, scarves, Christmas tree

Mrs. Melissa Miller melissam@monroecentral.org

Position: Elementary Treasurer Warrior

Favorite place to eat out: Thai Smile, Chili’sFavorite places to shop: TJ MaxxFavorite food: Mexican, Thai, ChineseFavorite candy/snack: Albanese Gummies, Almond Joy, AlmondsFavorite drink: Mt. DewFavorite color: Hot pink, purpleFavorite sports team: PackersFor fun I like to: Work in garden, puzzles, be outside

Mrs. Sarah Morgan sarahm@monroecentral.org

Position: Special Education Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Any!Favorite places to shop: AmazonFavorite food: Any!! :)Favorite candy/snack: Chocolate, party mixFavorite drink: Hazelnut/Caramel coffee, iced coffeeFavorite color: GreenFavorite sports team: Monroe CentralFor fun I like to: Read, spend time with family, travelWish list for my classroom: Flexible seating, sensory/motor tools, large envelopes, sticky notes

Ms. Heidi Morris heidim@monroecentral.org

Position: 3rd Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Olive Garden, Red Lobster, Johnny Carinos, Chick-Fil-AFavorite places to shop: Kohls, Target, AmazonFavorite food: Pizza, Steak, ChipsFavorite candy/snack: Chocolate, gum, mints, nuts, granola barsFavorite drink: Mocha Frappe, waterFavorite color: Purple, pink, turquoiseFavorite sports team: WVUFor fun I like to: Take walks, kayak, ride my bike, readWish list for my classroom: New books, fun chairs/beanbags, recess games, spelling, math or reading games

Mrs. Laurie Newton laurien@monroecentral.org

Position: 2nd Grade Teacher

Favorite place to eat out: Fazoli’sFavorite places to shop: Kohl’sFavorite cookie: Chocolate chipFavorite candy/snack: Snickers, crackersFavorite drink: Diet CokeFavorite color: PinkFavorite cake: Red velvetFor fun I like to: Spend time with my grandbaby

Mrs. Julie Northcutt julien@monroecentral.org

Position: Elementary Principal Favorite place to eat out: Fresh to Order, Olive Garden, Red LobsterFavorite places to shop: Francesca’s, Stitch FixFavorite food: Wraps, chickenFavorite candy/snack: Protein bars, fresh fruitFavorite drink: Hazelnut coffee, Lipton Diet Peach TeaFavorite color: Turquoise, greenFavorite sports team: Purdue and Notre DameFor fun I like to: Read, garden, movies, spend time with my familyWish list for my classroom: Black gel pens, journals, sticky notes

Congratulations and Best Wishes to Mrs. Northcutt!!

Mrs. Julie NorthcuttRandolph Central School CorporationAssistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction(Effective July 1, 2020)

Your dedication and compassion will be greatly missed atMonroe Central. Thank you for many years of great strides,wonderful memories, and consistent leadership. Many blessings on you in your new position!

Mrs. Patricia Northcutt

Position: School Counselor

Favorite place to eat out: Savage’sFavorite places to shop: Maurice’sFavorite food: Papa John’s PizzaFavorite candy/snack: TwizzlersFavorite drink: WaterFavorite color: BlackFavorite sports team: Kansas City ChiefsFor fun I like to: Be outside, watch movies

Mrs. Tonya Oren

Position: Paraprofessional in KindergartenFavorite place to eat out: Johnny Carino’s, Taco BellFavorite places to shop: Kohl’s, TargetFavorite food: PizzaFavorite candy/snack: Chocolate, fig newtonsFavorite drink: White mocha, Diet Root BeerFavorite color: Black and redFavorite sports team: Boilermakers!For fun I like to: Make jewelry and bake

Ms. Kayla Parker kaylap@monroecentral.org

Position: 1st Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Golden CorralFavorite places to shop: TJ MaxxFavorite food: PizzaFavorite candy/snack: Milk chocolate, watermelon, oreosFavorite drink: Iced coffeeFavorite color: Light blueFavorite flower: SunflowersFor fun I like to: Watch movies, go out to eat, manicuresWish list for my classroom: Cute calendar, flexible seating, electric pencil sharpener, sidewalk chalk, colored Sharpie markers, Magna-tiles

Mrs. Michelle Parkison

Position: Paraprofessional in LibraryFavorite place to eat out: Johnny Carinos, El CarretonFavorite places to shop: Kohl’sFavorite food: Mexican, ItalianFavorite candy/snack: Snickers, Reese’s Cups, Iced animal crackers, TwixFavorite drink: Iced tea and lemonadeFavorite color: Mint green, country blueFavorite sports team: Cincinnati RedsFor fun I like to: Spend time with family, read, vacation at Lake Chapman

Happy Retirement to Mrs. Michelle Parkison

You have been a friendly face to countlessyoung readers that visit our school libraryevery day. Thank you for your kindness and sweet nature.

You will be greatly missed!

Mrs. Dayna Pugsley daynap@monroecentral.org

Position: Kindergarten Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Panera Bread, Red LobsterFavorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: Pasta, chocolateFavorite color: AquaFavorite sports team: Golden BearsFavorite candy/snack: Ghirardelli caramels, strawberriesFavorite drink: White chocolate decaf mocha, CokeFor fun I like to: Shop, spend time with my girls, go out to eatWish list for my classroom: Duct tape, 3 hole punch, Dr. Seuss items, Mr. Sketch scented markers, Amazon list posted on Twitter

Mrs. Autumn Rodeffer autumnr@monroecentral.org

Position: 4th Grade TeacherFavorite place to eat out: Chili’sFavorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: Chips & salsaFavorite candy/snack: Skittles, Cheez It SnappedFavorite drink: Peppermint mocha, Diet Cherry PepsiFavorite color: Pink and purpleFavorite sports team: Cubs and Green Bay PackersFavorite Flower: DaisyWish list for my classroom: Higher level books (6th/7th grade)

Miss Taryn Saulmon taryns@monroecentral.org

Position: 5th/6th Grade Reading Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Cracker Barrel, Panera BreadFavorite places to shop:Target, HayloftFavorite food: Spaghetti and breadFavorite candy/snack: Dark chocolate, Cheez-Its with HummusFavorite drink: Iced Caramel Coffee, Bubbly sparkling waterFavorite color: PurpleFavorite sports team: MC BearsFor fun I like to: Bake cupcakes, do zumbaWish list for my classroom: Dry erase boards for students, new books

Mrs. Laura Shields lauras@monroecentral.org

Position: Project Lead The Way Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Puerto VallartaFavorite places to shop: Old Navy, MeijerFavorite food: Tacos, NachosFavorite candy/snack: Gummy bears, almonds, Cheez-ItsFavorite drink: LemonadeFavorite color: PurpleFavorite flower: DaisyFor fun I like to: Bake, camp, read, play outside with my kidsWish list for my classroom: Washable markers

Mrs. Phyllis Shoptaw phylliss@monroecentral.org

Position: 3rd Grade Teacher Favorite place to eat out: Red Lobster, Applebee’sFavorite places to shop: Michael’s, Hobby LobbyFavorite food: Gluten FreeFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s Cup, M&M’sFavorite drink: PepsiFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: ColtsFor fun I like to: Read, travel, spend time with familyWish list for my classroom: Electric pencil sharpener, tape, craft items, prizes for Study Island

Happy Retirement to Mrs. Shoptaw!!

Congratulations to Mrs. Shoptaw on your

retirement! You have touched so many

lives over the years - our community will

feel the impact of your teaching for

generations to come!

Many blessings as you relax and enjoy the next stage in your life!

Mrs. Amanda Siders

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Braun’s Classroom Favorite place to eat out: Puerto Vallarta, McAlister’s DeliFavorite places to shop: Meijer, TargetFavorite fruit: StrawberriesFavorite cookie: Peanut butter chocolate chipFavorite drink: Cherry Coke or PepsiFavorite color: Purple and blueFavorite flower: WildflowersFor fun I like to: Read, paint, craft

Ms. Hannah Stanley

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Yapp’s Classroom Favorite place to eat out: Savage’sFavorite places to shop: Kohl’sFavorite food: ChineseFavorite candy/snack: Chocolate, chips, popcornFavorite drink: Caramel Mocha (cold), PepsiFavorite color: BlueFavorite flower: SunflowerFor fun I like to: Design and color shoesWish list for my classroom: Anything and everything!

Mr. Jerry Sutliff

Position: Custodian

Favorite place to eat out: El CarretonFavorite places to shop: Rural KingFavorite food: Too many to list!!Favorite candy/snack: Dark chocolate anything, pretzelsFavorite drink: Coffee or teaFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: PackersFor fun I like to: Woodworking, motorcycling, hot rods

Mr. Bruce Swallow bruces@monroecentral.org

Position: 4th Grade TeacherFavorite place to eat out: Johnny Carino’sFavorite Cookie: Chocolate chipFavorite food: Any!Favorite candy/snack: SkittlesFavorite drink: Mt. Dew IceFavorite cake: Pie. :)Favorite sports team: RedsFor fun I like to: Camp, fish, huntWish list for my classroom: Amplification system

Mrs. Sherry Terhaar

Position: Cafeteria Favorite place to eat out: Red LobsterFavorite places to shop: Kohl’sFavorite food: LobsterFavorite candy/snack: TrufflesFavorite drink: Spring waterFavorite color: RedFavorite sports team: ColtsFor fun I like to: Read

Mrs. Jill Thomas jillt@monroecentral.org

Position: School NurseFavorite place to eat out: Fuji, Pete’s Duck InnFavorite places to shop: Plato’s Closet, TargetFavorite food: Everything!Favorite candy/snack: Reese’s Pieces, chips, fruit, cookiesFavorite drink: Coffee, water, CokeFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: Ft Wayne Tin CapsFor fun I like to: Read, camp, hike, spend time with my familyWish list for my classroom: Matching chairs, cute posters, things to organize supplies

Mrs. Joanie Thornburg joant@monroecentral.org

Position: 2nd Grade TeacherFavorite place to eat out: Ruby TuesdayFavorite places to shop: Kohl’s, TargetFavorite food: SteakFavorite candy/snack: Chocolate, almondsFavorite drink: WaterFavorite color: PurpleFavorite sports team: PurdueFor fun I like to: Read, watch movies, play games, make craftsWish list for my classroom: Chapter books, dry erase markers, wobble seats or other fun seats.

Mr. Mike Tinch

Position: CustodianFavorite place to eat out: Favorite places to shop: Favorite food: Favorite candy/snack: Favorite drink: Favorite color: Favorite sports team: For fun I like to: Wish list for my classroom:

Transportation Department

David Hosier, Director of Transportation

Bus Drivers:

Ronnie Collins Calvin Gilliam Don Richardson Randy Wells Substitute Drivers:

Nicki MorrisErik Knott

David Hosier

Kris Conwell Dan Haggard Gena Ruble Kevin West

Jennifer Davis Mike Hiatt Brad Scott Ann Willis

Peggy Dawson Janie Mullens Ruth Tinsman Del Willis

Mrs. Jacquie Vegh jacquelynv@monroecentral.org

Position: Special Education DirectorFavorite place to eat out: Panera Bread, Chick-Fil-AFavorite places to shop: Target, TJ MaxxFavorite food: CupcakesFavorite candy/snack: Smarties, cheese, fruit, nutsFavorite drink: Coke ZeroFavorite color: TurquoiseFavorite sports team: Butler BasketballFor fun I like to: Go camping (glamping), consignment shopping, spend time with five year old granddaughterWish list for my classroom:

Mrs. Trista Wagner

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Yapp’s ClassroomFavorite place to eat out: 5 Guys, McAlister’s DeliFavorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: Pizza, saladFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s Sticks, chips & salsaFavorite drink: Caramel frappe, Diet PepsiFavorite color: GreenFavorite sports team: Green Bay Packers For fun I like to: Plan Disney trips, play games with familyWish list for my classroom: Learning games, puzzles, dry erase boards

Mrs. Michelle West

Position: Paraprofessional in Mrs. Morgan’s Classroom

Favorite place to eat out: Amazing Joe’s, Pizza KingFavorite places to shop: TJ MaxxFavorite food: Wings, wraps, pizzaFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s Cups, veggies & dipFavorite drink: Coffee, water, Dr. PepperFavorite color: Black, grey, bright colorsFavorite sports team: Colts, Tennessee Vols footballFor fun I like to: Spend time with my family, shop

Mrs. Kim Williams kimw@monroecentral.org

Position: Cafeteria Manager Favorite place to eat out: Texas Roadhouse, mexicanFavorite places to shop: MenardsFavorite food: MexicanFavorite candy/snack: Favorite drink: Strawberry LemonadeFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: IU, ColtsFor fun I like to: Camping, crafting

Mrs. Carol Wolf

Position: CafeteriaFavorite place to eat out: El CarretonFavorite places to shop: WalmartFavorite food: Pizza King breadsticksFavorite candy/snack: Cheez-ItsFavorite drink: Diet CokeFavorite color: BlueFavorite sports team: Any team that my grandkids play on!For fun I like to: Work crossword puzzles

Mrs. Angie Wright angelaw@monroecentral.org

Position: 2nd Grade TeacherFavorite place to eat out: Starbucks, El CarretonFavorite places to shop: TargetFavorite food: MexicanFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s CupFavorite drink: WaterFavorite color: Teal, periwinkleFavorite scent: RoseFor fun I like to: Walk, jogWish list for my classroom: Plants, big joe bean bag chairs, quiet but powerful fan

Mrs. Debbie Wright

Position: Paraprofessional in Mr. Swallow’s ClassroomFavorite place to eat out: Texas RoadhouseFavorite places to shop: TJ MaxxFavorite food: Potatoes and steakFavorite candy/snack: Chocolate and fruitFavorite drink: Caramel Cappuccino, Sweet teaFavorite color: RedFavorite sports team: MC BearsFor fun I like to: Garden, flowersWish list for my classroom: Supplies for Mr. Swallow and Mrs. Guffey’s rooms

Mrs. Anne Wuthrich annew@monroecentral.org

Position: 1st Grade TeacherFavorite place to eat out: PaneraFavorite places to shop: TJ MaxxFavorite food: French friesFavorite candy/snack: Gum, baked chipsFavorite drink: Diet Sprite, coffeeFavorite color: GreenFavorite sports team: PurdueFor fun I like to: Read, exerciseWish list for my classroom: Color copy paper, big binder clips, small paint brushes, scoop chairs

Mrs. Kim Yapp kimy@monroecentral.org

Position: Special Education TeacherFavorite place to eat out: MexicanFavorite places to shop: Kohl’s, Hobby LobbyFavorite food: SeafoodFavorite candy/snack: Reese’s CupFavorite drink: Mocha, unsweet teaFavorite color: PinkFavorite sports team: Detroit TigersFor fun I like to: Be with my familyWish list for my classroom: Timers, games, hands-on activities, stress balls

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