NAVigators of the QUARTER

Timothy Balderson

Coach Balderson feeds our SCW community through his enthusiasm, initiative, and commitment. He brings these qualities to every task he undertakes. His positive attitude is contagious!

- Timothy Balderson, SCW

Jesse Bleeker

Jesse dives into curriculum like no other. She is bound and determined to master her craft. Her dedication to deeper learning for her students and supporting her coworkers does not go unnoticed!

- Jesse Bleeker, MES

Jennifer Harrison

Jenny goes above and beyond every day for our students, team, and school! She is the glue that holds our team together and helps set the expectations for our students. She shows compassion to our students while holding them to high standards.

- Jennifer Harrison, SCW

Ellen Wilson

Ellen sits at the center of the division's instructional needs, administrative projects, supplies, and supports all school and programs. She truly creates and upholds a respectful and supportive culture for everyone in the school community.

- Ellen Wilson, SBO

Cory Shumaker

Mr. Shumaker is excellent with his students. He motivates and inspires them to be a better musician and a scholar. He is a very good mentor to each and every student.

- Cory Shumaker, MHS

Angela Boucher

Angela uses curriculum to foster students’ learning while also utilizing her own engaging and effective activities, including science experiments, graphs, posters, and working with community partners. She is always willing to lend a hand, get involved, and discuss ideas.

- Angela Boucher, MES

Amanda Knighton

Ms. Knighton has done a fantastic job of not only educating our students she has created an environment that students are excited about learning. The whole 5th grade team is doing an excellent job so far this year due in large part of her leadership.

- Amanda Knighton, MES

Clark Laster

Clark has a remarkable ability to connect with students. Clark’s classroom is a place where students feel seen, valued, and safe to take academic risks. The expectations he sets are clear, fair, and rooted in the belief that every student can and will achieve.

- Clark Laster, MHS

Sherri Liverman

Sherri has completely altered my daughter’s attitude towards learning. She challenges her, supports her, and has encouraged her in ways I never thought were possible. We appreciate the fact that Miss Sherri treats the children within her classroom as if they were her own.

- Sherri Liverman, MES

Tracy Pausic

My son is becoming a more informed person in Mrs. Pausic’s class. He is thinking about who he is and who he's becoming. We are able to have conversations at home where he draws upon what he learns in Civics to better understand what is happening locally to globally.

- Tracy Pausic, SCW

Heather Stearns

The growth I have seen in my child just since the start of school is truly amazing. My son comes home talking about all the things he does on a daily basis. I know his quick advancement is because of the effort and time that Ms. Stearns invests in her students.

- Heather Stearns, MES

Jason Alderman

Jason is a new teacher, but has 22 years as a Navy Chief. He has formed amazing relationships with the students, created routines that have helped the kids grow, and worked in small groups to help facilitate understanding.

- Jason Alderman, MHS

Susan Bates

Mrs. Bates has been a wonderful addition to the Middlesex team! She not only understands where my child stands academically but also provides valuable support in helping her navigate everyday life and peer interactions.

- Susan Bates, MES

Kelsey Eanes

Mrs. Eanes encourages my child daily. She provides a safe and happy place for her to learn, develop, and explore. Not one day has passed that my child doesn't seem excited to go to school, and then come home to tell me everything she did that day.

- Kelsey Eanes, MES

Melissa Hall

Melissa approaches her position with grace and patience. She has provided a classroom that is safe and supportive. She advocates for her students in an effort to further develop their growth and learning.

- Melissa Hall, MES

Victoria Roop

Tori maintains a comfortable and welcoming classroom for students. Walking into her room has an immediate calming effect. She treats her students with respect and gets it back from them.

- Victoria Roop, SCW

Brandon Self

His dedication to establishing a truly positive learning environment has made a significant, measurable impact on our school community. Mr. Self's success lies in his exceptional ability to build positive relationships across all levels.

- Brandon Self, MES

Megan Smith

Megan does an amazing job building relationships with her students. She is so calm and welcoming with all students. She honestly cares about her students and goes above and beyond to help them succeed in class and in life.

- Megan Smith, MES