Staff Directory
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| Staff | Honorific | First Name | Name | Title | Department | Address | Bio | Phone | Fax | Photo | |
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| Tarrasch | Dr. | Rachal | Tarrasch, Rachal | Principal | A: Administration | Dr. Tarrasch is thrilled to join Holland as principal! She has a diverse educational background and has worked with many students, families & teachers throughout the world. Some of her educational experience includes teaching special education in The Bronx, NY, teaching English abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina & teaching 2nd grade at an independent school. Dr. Tarrasch is passionate about creating a safe environment, a joy for learning & helping students and teachers reach their potential. | retarrasch-scholz@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/OjeoXxa.jpg | |||
| Peak | Michelle | Peak, Michelle | Secretary | B: Office Staff | Mrs. Peak is the heart of Holland! She helps our building run smooth and does so with a smile. She has a passion for helping children & enjoys being a resource to many. Michelle has a green thumb & also loves to help students learn about gardening with her Green Club. | mlpeak@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/peak pic 2.jpg | ||||
| Wisdom | Sharlene | Wisdom, Sharlene | Nurse | B: Office Staff | Nurse Wisdom is a wonderful asset to Holland! She is always there to help anyone who needs it. | bswisdom@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/nurse pic.jpg | ||||
| Breshears | Theresa | Breshears, Theresa | Counselor | B: Office Staff | Mrs. Breshears is excited to be the Holland school counselor! She has been with SPS since 2013. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has a passion for working with children and families. She is a native to Missouri and graduated from MSU. She enjoys reading, being outdoors, spending time with her pets & family. | tdbreshears@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/gih5G13.jpg | ||||
| Walker | Katherine | Walker, Katherine | Teacher | CA: Kindergarten | Hi! I am Mrs. Walker. I started teaching at Holland in 2014 as a 1st grade teacher and for the past few years I've been a Kindergarten teacher. I like to kayak, walk, ride bikes, and enjoy the outdoors. I'm married to my husband, Michael. I have a daughter, Trinity, who is at OTC and plans to major in business administration. They are both my favorite people! I love to build classroom communities and am very excited to have lasting relationships with my students. | kdwalker@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/walker pic.png | ||||
| Willard | Lori | Willard, Lori | Teacher | CA: Kindergarten | My name is Lori Willard. I have taught at Holland for many years and love being a Holland Hawk!�My favorite subject to teach is reading.�In my spare time, I love reading, going to the movies, and cheering for the St. Louis Cardinals. I have a niece that I love spending time with and a cat named Edgar that keeps me company at home.�I am excited to work with you and your child this year! | lmwillard@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/BMgy5j4.jpg | ||||
| Sparks | Alexis | Sparks, Alexis | Teacher | CB: 1st Grade | Ms. Sparks is a wonderful 1st grade teacher! She is kind and always willing to help out. | aasparks@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/sparks pic.jpg | ||||
| Petry | Kate | Petry, Kate | Teacher | CC: 2nd Grade | Hello! My name is Kate Petry and I have been teaching in Springfield since 2007. I started as a Reading Intervention Specialist, transitioned into 2nd grade and have also taught 1st grade. I grew up in St. Louis, but really love living in Springfield. I have two kiddos. Eli and Evie. They both attend Springfield Public Schools. We also have a cat named Miles who keeps us very entertained. Holland is a great school and I have loved working with this community. | kebradshaw@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/petry pic.jpg | ||||
| Kovacs | Ewa | Kovacs, Ewa | Teacher | CD: 3rd Grade | This is my 19th year of teaching and 12th at Holland Elementary. I am married and I have three daughters. Maia, a black Labrador, is our beloved pet. I enjoy gardening, cooking, and experimenting with new recipes. In my free time, I like to bike, explore hiking trails, and float the beautiful Ozark rivers with my family. | ebkovacs@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/8UYa4Up.jpg | ||||
| Tranmer | Mackenzie | Tranmer, Mackenzie | Teacher | CE: 4th Grade | My name is Mackenzie Tranmer. This will be my 2nd year teaching here at Holland Elementary. I received my bachelors in education from Missouri State University. Teaching is my passion and is something I’ve known I wanted to pursue since I was a little girl. I am just as passionate about my family. My husband, our dog, Vincent, and I spend our free time outdoors. Usually hiking, camping, or on a adventure of some sort. I love to read, bake, and take pictures. | mdtate@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/zRDGtHc.png | ||||
| Snyder | Stalena | Snyder, Stalena | Learning Coach | B: Office Staff | My name is Stalena Snyder and I have been teaching since 2001 in multiple places both stateside and abroad.�I have been part of Springfield Public Schools since 2004 and love being part of the Holland community. When I am not at school, I am typically spending time with my friends and family as well as pursuing my passions which include pottery, reading, photography & music. | ssnyder@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/nj453JK.jpg | ||||
| Upton | Stephanie | Upton, Stephanie | Teacher | CH: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | My name is Stephanie Upton, and I was born and raised in Springfield, MO. I've been a Teacher for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing since 1995. I've been part of Springfield Public Schools since 2018, and I love being part of the Holland community. When I'm not at school, I'm typically spending time with my friends and family as well as pursuing my passions which include: reading, traveling, playing games, snuggling with my four dogs, and spending quality time with my husband and precious grandson. | slupton@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/5eWkOgX.jpg?1 | ||||
| Baker | Alli | Baker, Alli | Teacher | CH: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | I'm Alli Baker and I'm a Teacher of the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. I'm going into my 3rd year of teaching here at Holland. I'm passionate about my position and love providing curriculum and communication access for our students. I'm originally from Somerset, Massachusetts and moved to Springfield 5 years ago for graduate school. I enjoy spending time with friends, outdoors, and working out. I love watching Bruins hockey and getting opportunities to go back to the east coast to visit my family. | ambaker@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/yWE81mM.jpg?1 | ||||
| Perez | Krista | Perez, Krista | Reading Interventionist | G: Specialist | Ms. Perez is a wonderful asset to Holland! | kperez@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Krista P pic.jpg | ||||
| Holleman | Ms. | Holleman, Ms. | ELL Specialist | D: Special Services | Ms. Holleman is a wonderful asset to our Holland family! | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | |||||
| Knight | Dr. | Angela | Knight, Angela | Library | CG: Specialty Teachers | Hello, I'm Angela Knight, Librarian. I have been teaching and learning with SPS since 2013. I attended Drury University for my teaching degree and William Woods University for my Master’s degree in Instructional Technology. My husband Cameron and I have been married for 28 years and we have two children. I love spending time with my family, reading, and gardening. Holland is a fantastic school with amazing students and families. | alknight@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/Y77c8ue.jpg | |||
| Brown | Jamie | Brown, Jamie | Orchestra | CG: Specialty Teachers | This is my 4th year teaching orchestra, and I am so excited to be in this role alongside the Holland team. I am passionate about music and play the flute, saxophone, violin, ukulele, and guitar often at home. I love spending time with my family at the lake, on walks, or exploring the outdoors. | jlbrown@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/jamie pic.jpg | ||||
| Wells | Jessica | Wells, Jessica | SPED/DHH Paraprofessional | F: Support Staff | Ms. Jessica is a wonderful asset to Holland! | jlwells@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/jessica pic.jpg | ||||
| Hartman | Janelle | Hartman, Janelle | Visually Impaired Paraprofessional | F: Support Staff | Ms. Janelle is a wonderful asset to Holland! | jjhartman@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/janelle pic.jpg | ||||
| Leach | Scott | Leach, Scott | Head Custodian | F: Support Staff | Mr. Scott is a wonderful asset to Holland! | srleach@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/scott pic.jpg | ||||
| Stover | Kay | Stover, Kay | Behavioral Interventionist | F: Support Staff | Hi. I'm Kay Stover and Holland is my favorite school in Springfield! I am the behavior tech, so if a student needs a break from the classroom, they come and see me. They have a short reset break and return to the classroom ready to learn. Our goal is to help each student be successful. | kbstover@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/kay stover.jpg | ||||
| Ofenham | Marty | Ofenham, Marty | Paraprofessional | F: Support Staff | Mr. O is a wonderful asset to Holland! | mgofenham@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Dreckman | Lisa | Dreckman, Lisa | Interpreter | CHA: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | My name is Lisa Dreckman & I have worked as an ASL Interpreter at Holland since 2015. I am married to Scott (Deaf) & we have one daughter, Elicia (CODA), who attends Willard Middle School. We have 5 dachshunds too. I am originally from Wisconsin and I love the Green Bay Packers! I moved to Missouri in 1993 to attend Evangel, CBC, and AGTS. I love working with our DHH students & the Holland team! | lmdreckman@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/k20Vbas.jpg | ||||
| Owen | Carla | Owen, Carla | Interpreter | CHA: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | I have been an educational interpreter at Holland Elementary since Feb of 2015. I am originally from St. Louis, Missouri. In my spare time I love to dibble with different crafts. | cowen@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/carla pic.jpg | ||||
| Ross | Kara | Ross, Kara | Interpreter | CHA: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | Ms. Kara is a wonderful asset to Holland! | kmross@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/kara pic 2.jpg | ||||
| Evans | Sarah | Evans, Sarah | Teacher | D: Special Services - Visually Impaired | Ms. Sarah is a wonderful asset to Holland! | seevans@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/sara pic.jpg | ||||
| Hoos | Rianne | Hoos, Rianne | Numeracy Specialist | D: Special Services | Ms. Hoos is a wonderful asset to Holland! | rdhoos@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/rianne pic.jpg | ||||
| Southard | Janette | Southard, Janette | Technology | CG: Specialty Teachers | Ms. Southard is a wonderful asset to Holland! | jerickman@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/janette pic.jpg | ||||
| Carlton | Anna | Carlton, Anna | Interpreter | CHA: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | Ms. Anna is a wonderful asset to Holland! | arcarlton@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Knight | Allyson | Knight, Allyson | Library Clerical | CG: Specialty Teachers | Ms. Allyson is a wonderful asset to Holland & is a HUGE Harry Potter fan! | amknight@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/allyson pic.jpg | ||||
| Mortenson | Kyla | Mortenson, Kyla | Interpreter | CHA: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | I'm Kyla Mortenson and I've been an ASL Interpreter for SPS since 2015. My parents are interpreters, so I was fortunate enough to grow up learning sign language. I attended William Woods University in Fulton, MO and have my Bachelors in ASL Studies & Interpreting. I met my husband while in college & convinced him to move back to the Springfield area because it has always been home! We have 3 daughters together. During my free time I love being with my immediate and extended family, and singing! | kjmortenson@spsmail.org | https://i.imgur.com/WsNb71T.jpg | ||||
| Howser | Lisa | Howser, Lisa | Speech Language Pathologist | D: Special Services | Ms. Lisa is a wonderful asset to Holland! | ljhowser@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Griesemer | Riley | Griesemer, Riley | Teacher | CB: 1st Grade | Hello! My name is Riley Griesemer, and I am looking forward to an awesome year at Holland! I am a native of Springfield, but I have also lived in Heredia, Costa Rica and Lawrence, Massachusetts. I love flowers, anything pink, and floating on the Ozark rivers. I am passionate about building community and relationships, and I strive to make school a safe, fun, and positive place to be. | rngriesemer@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/riley pic.jpg | ||||
| Janson | Kim | Janson, Kim | Teacher | CB: 1st Grade | My name is Kimberly Janson. I moved to Springfield from Chicago to attend college in 2006. I have been with SPS for 10 years- 6 at Pittman Elementary and 4 at Wilder Elementary. I am so excited to join the team at Holland this year! I love beach vacations, spending time with my nephews, reading, cheering for the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Bulls, and teaching 1st graders. | kajanson@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Janson pic.jpg | ||||
| Kurban | Jodi | Kurban, Jodi | Attendance Advisor | B: Office Staff | Ms. Jodi is our attendance advisor & is a wonderful asset to Holland! | jkkurban@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/jodi pic.jpg | ||||
| Burgess | Susan | Burgess, Susan | Teacher | CC: 2nd Grade | Ms. Burgess teaches 2nd grade & is a wonderful asset to Holland! | slburgess@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/burgess pic.jpg | ||||
| Willoughby | Stephanie | Willoughby, Stephanie | Teacher | CDA: 3rd/4th Split | Hello! I have been teaching for 15 years, including some time previously at Holland as a Wonder Years teacher. I am married with two sons. In my spare time, I love working in our garden, movie nights with friends, reading and puzzles, and playing with our dog, two cats, and chickens. I am excited to return as a Hawk! | smwilloughby@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/willoughby pic.jpg | ||||
| Spybuck | Anayla | Spybuck, Anayla | Teacher | CF: 5th Grade | I am so excited to be joining Holland. This will be my second year teaching. Previously, I taught first and spent several years as a substitute and an aid! My goal is to continue to grow as an educator and develop new skills that I can use to help my students be successful. In my free time, I love to be with my husband and our three boys (who attend Republic). We like to travel, work in the garden (that may just be me) and lounge by any body of water. | atspybuck@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/spybuck pic.png | ||||
| Sutherland | Amber | Sutherland, Amber | Teacher | CF: 5th Grade | Mrs. Sutherland is excited and honored to be joining the Holland Elementary community. She has previously taught first, fourth, and fifth grades. Mrs. Sutherland’s educational background includes a Master of Arts in Teaching and additional course work in Mathematics in Elementary Education. One of Mrs. Sutherland’s goals is to create a culture and climate in the classroom that is calm and welcoming to all learners. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her son, husband & two dogs. | afsutherland@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/sutherland teacher pic.jpg | ||||
| Daigle | Ashley | Daigle, Ashley | School Community Liaison | B: Office Staff | This year will be year 5 with SPS. I look forward to bringing my love for people, relationships, and experience to the Holland community. My time away from school is spent paddle boarding, hiking the lovely Ozarks, and at home with my family and our four fur-babies. | asdaigle@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/daigle pic.jpg | ||||
| Slominsky | Michelle | Slominsky, Michelle | Literacy Coach | G: Specialist | My name is Michelle Slominsky, and I will be supporting Holland Elementary as a K-5 Literacy Coach. The 22-23 school year will be my 20th year in education. Over the years, I have been a kindergarten and first grade classroom teacher and have been lucky enough to support all grades K-5 through many district initiatives. I have a Masters in Reading and my Educational Specialist in Teacher Leadership, both from Missouri State University. Go Bears! I am passionate about being a voice for children. | mmslominsky@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Slominsky Headshot.jpg | ||||
| Heinrichs | Christy | Heinrichs, Christy | Learning Specialist | G: Specialist | She has been in education since 2007 & started teaching in sixth grade at Branson Intermediate. Her journey in Springfield Public Schools has included first grade at Delaware Elementary, fourth grade at Wilder Elementary, a Numeracy Coach, & now serves as a Learning Specialist supporting Holland with their Professional Learning goals. She has received her bachelor's in Elementary Education and her master's degree in Educational Technology. In her leisure time, she enjoys hanging with her family. | clheinrichs@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/christina H pic.png | ||||
| Waters | Teresa | Waters, Teresa | Social & Emotional Behavior | G: Specialist | Ms. Waters is a wonderful asset to Holland! | tiwaters@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/teresa pic.jpg | ||||
| Clapp | Mary | Clapp, Mary | SPED Paraprofessional | F: Support Staff | Ms. Clapp is a wonderful asset to Holland! | mjclapp@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Bledsoe | Jonathan | Bledsoe, Jonathan | SBC | H: Burrell | Mr. Jonathan is our School Based Clincian from Burrell & is a great asset to Holland! | jbledsoe@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Jonathan pic.jpg | ||||
| Davis | Krista | Davis, Krista | SBSS | H: Burrell | Mr. Krista is our School Based Support Service from Burrell & is a great asset to Holland! | kristadavis@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/krista D pic.jpg | ||||
| Ames | Caroline | Ames, Caroline | Process Coordinator | D: Special Services | Ms. Ames is a wonderful asset to Holland! | cnames@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Cox | Chris | Cox, Chris | Cross Cat | D: Special Services | Mr. Cox is a wonderful asset to Holland! | rccox@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Wilson | Rubecca | Wilson, Rubecca | Teacher | CH: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | Ms. Rubecca is a wonderful asset to Holand! | rubeccawilson@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Robbins | Krista | Robbins, Krista | 504 Coordinator | D: Special Services | Ms. Robbins is a wonderful asset to Holland! | knrobbins@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Russell | Rachel | Russell, Rachel | Art | CG: Specialty Teachers | Mrs. Russell is so excited to teach art at Holland! She graduated from MSU in 2020 with her Bachelor's of Science in Art Education. Her goal is to make art fun and inclusive to everyone as she goes into her first year of teaching! | rarussell@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/art teacher pic.jpg | ||||
| Powell | Matthew | Powell, Matthew | PE Coach | CG: Specialty Teachers | Coach Powell is excited to be part of the Holland family! This is his 10th year teaching. He is the Head Girls Basketball Coach at Glendale HS. Previously he has taught and coached at Logan-Rogersville, Gainesville and Lamar. He is married to Casey Powell and they have two daughters, Jayda (9) and Kennedy (4). | mmpowell@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/matt pic.jpg | ||||
| Bruffett | Mary | Bruffett, Mary | Music | CG: Specialty Teachers | I have taught music for many years and I have also taught 2nd, 3rd and Kindergarten! I love to teach children and I love to have fun while learning! Music is my passion and I want to pass that on to my students through playing instruments, singing and moving! I’ll see everyone in August! | mebruffett@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/bruffett pic.jpeg | ||||
| Rice | Lisa | Rice, Lisa | Cafeteria Manager | I: Kitchen Staff | Ms. Lisa is a wonderful asset to Holland! | lrice2@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Navas | Maria | Navas, Maria | Lead-Kitchen | I: Kitchen Staff | Ms. Maria is a wonderful asset to Holland! | mnavas@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/maria pic.jpg | ||||
| Hill | April | Hill, April | Cafeteria | I: Kitchen Staff | Ms. Hill is a wonderful asset to Holland! | aprilhill@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Hubler | Norma | Hubler, Norma | Cafeteria | I: Kitchen Staff | Ms. Norma is a wonderful asset to Holland! | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | |||||
| Outersky | Megan | Outersky, Megan | Director | J: Prime Time | Ms. Megan is a wonderful asset to Holland! | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | |||||
| Ray | Brittany | Ray, Brittany | Educator | K: Parents as Teachers | Ms. Brittany is a wonderful asset to Holland! | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/brittany pic.jpg | |||||
| Geary | Rhonda | Geary, Rhonda | Night Custodian | F: Support Staff | Ms. Rhonda is a wonderful asset to Holland! | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | |||||
| Sanford | Corrie | Sanford, Corrie | Visual Impairment Paraprofessional | F: Support Staff | Ms. Corrie is a wonderful asset to Holland! | clsanford@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png | ||||
| Fernelius | Michele | Fernelius, Michele | Interpreter | CHA: Special Services - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing | Ms. Michele is a wonderful asset to Holland! | mafernelius@spsmail.org | https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png |
