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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 AA: 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 AA: 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 CH: Specialty Teachers 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 CC: 1st/2nd split 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
Dade Cheri Dade, Cheri Teacher CB: 1st Grade Mrs. Dade is a wonderful 1st grade teacher! She is kind and always willing to help out. cdade@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Petry Kate Petry, Kate Teacher CD: 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
Akers Lydia Akers, Lydia Teacher CE: 3rd Grade Ms. Akers is a wonderful addition to the Holland family! laakers@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Lee Samantha Lee, Samantha Teacher CF: 4th Grade Mrs. Lee is a wonderful addition to the Holland family. srtiepelman@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Snyder Stalena Snyder, Stalena Learning Coach AB: Specialist 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 DHH Teacher D: Special Education - 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
Coble Julie Coble, Julie DHH Teacher D: Special Education - Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Mrs. Coble is a wonderful assest to the Holland family! jcoble@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Felton Wendy Felton, Wendy Title 1 Reading Interventionist AB: Specialist Ms. Felton is a wonderful asset to Holland! wdfeltonspsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Pennel Courtney Pennel, Courtney Librarian CH: Specialty Teachers cmpennel@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Brown Jamie Brown, Jamie Orchestra Teacher CH: 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
Welcome Kay Welcome, Kay ISS/Paraprofessional F: Support Staff Hi. I'm Ms. Kay 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
Leach Kelly Leach, Kelly Night Custodian F: Support Staff Mr. Leach is a wonderful asset to Holland! klleach@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Dreckman Lisa Dreckman, Lisa Interpreter CHA: Interpreters 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: Interpreters 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
Ituarte Julie Ituarte, Julie VI/OM Teacher D: Special Education - Visually Impaired, Orientation & Mobility Specialist Ms. Ituarte is a wonderful asset to Holland! jjanderson-ituarte@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Felton Johnathan Felton, Johnathan Technology Teacher CH: Specialty Teachers Mr. Felton is a wonderful asset to Holland! jwfelton@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Carlton Anna Carlton, Anna Interpreter CHA: Interpreters Ms. Anna is a wonderful asset to Holland! arcarlton@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Howser Lisa Howser, Lisa Speech Language Pathologist D: Special Education Ms. Lisa is a wonderful asset to Holland! ljhowser@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Weaver Liz Weaver, Liz Teacher CE: 3rd Grade Mrs. Weaver is a wonderful asset to Holland! eweaver@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Willoughby Stephanie Willoughby, Stephanie Teacher CF: 4th Grade 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 CG: 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
Daigle Ashley Daigle, Ashley School Community Liaison AA: Office Staff This year will be year 6th 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 /cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/28/daigle pic 2.png
Waters Teresa Waters, Teresa Social & Emotional Learning Behavior Specialist AB: 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
Bush Kimberly Bush, Kimberly SPED Paraprofessional F: Support Staff Ms. Bush is a wonderful asset to Holland! klbush@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Bledsoe Jonathan Bledsoe, Jonathan SBT H: Burrell Mr. Jonathan is our School Based Therapist from Burrell & is a great asset to Holland! Jonathan.Bledsoe@burrellcenter.com https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Jonathan pic.jpg
Findorff Les Findorff, Les SBSS H: Burrell Mr. Les is our School Based Support Service from Burrell & is a great asset to Holland! Lester.Findorff@burrellcenter.com https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Booker Kaitlyn Booker, Kaitlyn Process Coordinator D: Special Education Mrs. Booker is a wonderful asset to Holland! kebooker@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Smith Laura Smith, Laura Cross Cat-Teacher D: Special Education Mrs. Smith is a wonderful asset to Holland! lssmith@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Robbins Krista Robbins, Krista 504 Coordinator D: Special Education 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 Teacher CH: 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
Hobbs Justin Hobbs, Justin PE Coach CH: Specialty Teachers Coach Hobbs is a wonderful asset to Holland! jchobbs@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Underwood Heather Underwood, Heather Music Teacher CH: Specialty Teachers Mrs. Underwood is a wonderful asset to Holland! hlunderwood@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
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
Lockhart Lailani Lockhart, Lailani Cafeteria I: Kitchen Staff @spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Outersky Megan Outersky, Megan Y Academy (Director) J: Y Academy Ms. Megan is a wonderful asset to Holland! https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Ray Brittany Ray, Brittany PAT 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
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
Linehan Simone Linehan, Simone Interpreter CHA: Interpreters Ms. Simone is a wonderful asset to Holland! sklinehan@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Smith Lauren Smith, Lauren Paraprofessional F: Support Staff Ms. Smith is a wonderful assett to Holland! lasmith@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Smith-Rosenkrans Eric Smith-Rosenkrans, Eric Y Academy (site director) J: Y Academy https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Fish Christine Fish, Christine SPED Paraprofessional F: Support Staff Ms. Fish is a wonderful assett to Holland! cvfish@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Webster Cindy Webster, Cindy Executive Director AAA: District Administration cjwebster@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Nash Dr. Mykie Nash, Mykie Director AAA: District Administration mcnash@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Cunningham Demetrius Cunningham, Demetrius Attendance Advisor B: Office Staff-shared drcunningham@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Hough Officer Katie Hough, Katie School Police (SRO) B: Office Staff-shared kmhough@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Gann Ashley Gann, Ashley Teacher CD: 2nd Grade asgann@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Stine Regan Stine, Regan Library Clerical CH: Specialty Teachers rdstine@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Sanford Adrienne Sanford, Adrienne Occupational Therapist D: Special Education aqsanford@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Hoos Rianne Hoos, Rianne Learning Specialist AB: Specialist rdhoos@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Johnson Kaylee Johnson, Kaylee Teacher CA: Kindergarten Ms. Johnson is a wonderful addition to our Holland team! ksjohnson@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Ayala Kohn Nelly Ayala Kohn, Nelly ELD Specialist AB: Specialist nmayalakohn@spsmail.org https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
Galey Autumn Galey, Autumn Interpreter CHA: Interpreters https://www.sps.org/cms/lib/MO01909182/Centricity/Domain/652/Hawk.png
 
 

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