PK3 bobcat of the week is Kiley Kropf-Schwade
It's time for our weekly Staff Spotlight, where we take time to introduce one of our amazing staff members to you, our community. We hope you enjoy getting to know us a little better. Today we introduce the wonderful Mrs. Brenda Christiansen.
Brenda wears several hats at CO-U. She is our fantastic Title I Reading teacher, a Building Leader, and Yearbook Staff. This is Brenda’s 30th year at Charter Oak- Ute! She has taught in both the Ute and Charter Oak schools. She started her career with us in 1994 as a teacher’s aide in 2nd grade, then in 1st grade, finishing that year teaching 3rd grade. Following that she went on to teach Title Reading, which led to teaching 5th grade for 2 years. After that she returned to Title Reading where she has remained.
One of the things that she enjoys most about working here is her students. She states “I love my students the most! They all put a smile on my face every day.” Her advice for those just starting their career here is “Enjoy what you do! Let the students bring you joy and laughter. Education is a balance of learning and having fun!” She also shared that her favorite school meal is Orange Chicken.
After school hours Brenda enjoys spending time with her family, which includes Lorne, her husband of 30 years. They have 3 children, Andrew and his wife Morgan, Ashton and her husband Jeremy, and Aric and his fiancé Emma. They also have 3 beautiful granddaughters, Kinsley, Blakely and Makena, with another grandchild on the way. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her granddaughters, traveling with her husband, watching movies and gardening.
Hey bobcats! Look who stopped by today! He is here from 11-1!
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Christmas concert is Tuesday, December 12. K-4 is at 5:30. 5-8 is at
6:30 pm. Attendance is mandatory.
Don't miss Santa!
It's time for our weekly Staff Spotlight, where we take time to introduce one of our amazing staff members to you, our community. We hope you enjoy getting to know us a little better.
Today we introduce the amazing Mrs. Lisa Cripps. She is our outstanding Kindergarten teacher. This is her 2nd year here at Charter Oak- Ute. She shared that one thing she loves the most about working here is the support she gets from her coworkers.
Advice that she would give to those just starting their career here is “Don’t be afraid to ask for help! There are so many people who are willing to help you!” When stopping by the lunchroom she says here favorite meal is chili and cinnamon rolls.
After school hours she enjoys spending time with her 2 children, Luke (17) who is a senior at Boyer Valley and Abby (12) who is in 7th grade at Charter Oak- Ute. Outside of work she enjoys walking her dogs, reading, traveling and going to her kids’ activities.
The JH boys had a rowdy cheering section for their game on Tuesday afternoon. We love this school spirit! GO BOBCATS!
Mrs. Green's 2nd graders read the story "Balloons Over Broadway" where they learned the history of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. They then had the opportunity to design their own balloons and then they wrote a persuasive piece of writing about why they think their design should be a part of the parade! We had so many creative ideas. We had a student create a snow globe of a Christmas scene, another designed a balloon dedicated to veterans. We also had different characters such a Pikachu and Spider-Man. We even had a couple of student design different emojis! Of course a few student designed balloons based on their beloved cats and dogs.
3YO bobcat of the week:
Mara McAndrews
Our unit about Greek Myths ended with the students making Pokémon Cards about their favorite Greek God or Goddess or mythical creature.
It's time for our weekly Staff Spotlight, where we take time to introduce one of our amazing staff members to you, our community. We hope you enjoy getting to know us a little better.
Today we introduce the wonderful Ms. Emily Meseck. She is our amazing Kindergarten Para. This is her 3rd year at Charter Oak- Ute. When she first joined the Bobcat team she worked in the 4th grade, the following year she was in the 5th grade and this year she is in Kindergarten. What she loves most about working here is helping the kids and putting a smile on their face.
Her advice for anyone just starting their career here is “Don’t be afraid to ask questions. There’s going to be hard times, but just keep going its all worth it and it’s a very rewarding job.” She shared that her favorite school meal is Walking Tacos.
When at home in Ute, Emily enjoys spending time with her 2 children, Landen who’s 14 and Vera who’s 7. After this week, she will add to her family as she marries Scott Head. Outside of work she really enjoys chilling at home with family, get togethers with friends and date nights with Scott.
6-8 bobcat of the the week recipients: Kadence Rosenau, Liza Klinker, and Ella Staley.
PK4-2nd bobcat of the week recipients: Chloe Amunson, Harley DeLancey, Jayden Mossberger, Endry Rodriguez, and Ivory Trucke
Congrats to our 3rd-5th Bobcats of the week. They are Casey Skarin, Isaac Bendixen, and Dixon Vogt! Great job Bobcats!!
3YO preschool bobcat of the week is Ella Wake-Neuin
It's time for our weekly Staff Spotlight, where we take time to introduce one of our amazing staff members to you, our community. We hope you enjoy getting to know us a little better.
Today we introduce the amazing Ms. Tayler Ransom. She is our wonderful 3rd grade teacher. This is her 5th year at Charter Oak- Ute. When she first joined the Bobcat team, she taught 2nd grade and then moved to 3rd the following year, where she has remained.
One of the things that she enjoys most about working here is building relationships with her students. Her advice for anyone just starting their career here is “Don’t be afraid to ask questions or ask for help. We’re a big BOBCAT family! Remember, we’re here for the kids. Everyone can make a difference.” She shared with us that her favorite school meal is CRISPITOS! Yum!
After school hours Tayler enjoys spending time in Arcadia with her family, which includes her boyfriend Dallas, their 1.5 year old son Knox, 7 year old Kash and 10 year old Bria. Outside of work she enjoys hanging out with friends and family, reading, camping and attending all types of races!
Reminder, there will not be school tomorrow because of staff inservice. Have a great day!
6-8 bobcat of the week recipients are Zi'Lynn Freeman, Channing Watt, and Jaydyn French
PK4-2nd bobcat of the week recipients are Hunter Mustard, Bristol Lee, Lauryn Bernholtz , Britzaidy Factor, and Jacob Sorensen
