Pictured left to right: Karen Overturf, Jean Stroble, Donna Grier, Linda Michael, Romana Plesa, Colleen Poeppel, Sandie Ely, Cheri Erickson

As the school year draws to a close, we’re celebrating 17 incredible Monroe School District staff members who are about to begin their well-earned permanent recess from education! 

This remarkable group has collectively contributed over 370 years of service to our students, schools, and community. Their dedication, passion, and impact have shaped generations—and their legacy will continue to inspire us for years to come.

Please join us in honoring these exceptional educators and staff.

Mary Burns
Paraeducator at Fryelands 
10 years, 5 months

James Clagett 
Paraeducator at Community Based Transitions Program
7 years, 8 months

Sandie Ely
Teacher at Salem Woods Elementary
24 years, 7 months

Cheri Erickson
Learning & Teaching Coordinator at District Administration Office
32 years, 7 months

Aminda Gonzales
Teacher at Sky Valley Education Center
32 years, 8 months

Donna Grier
Paraeducator at Frank Wagner Elementary
19 years, 8 months

Keven McGinnis
Bus Driver
2 years, 9 months

Linda Michael
Certificated Substitute and Former Teacher
35 years, 3 months

Robin Oestreich
Teacher at Maltby Elementary
25 years, 9 months

Lori Ostrom
Accounting Specialist at District Administration Office
25 years, 3 months

Karen Overturf
Custodian at Fryelands Elementary
12 years, 8 months

John Parry
Teacher at Sky Valley Education Center
19 years, 9 months

Sarah Parry
Counselor at Sky Valley Education Center
22 years

Romana Plesa
Teacher at Chain Lake Elementary
21 years

Colleen Poeppel
Paraeducator at Chain Lake Elementary
27 years, 11 months

Peter Silpakit
Tech Specialist at District Administration Office
27 years, 4 months

Jean Stroble
Teacher at Sky Valley Education Center
23 years

Thank you for your extraordinary contributions! We wish you all the best in your well-deserved retirement!