The Monroe School District's Learning and Teaching Department supports schools by providing effective, research-based classroom instructional materials, professional development for staff, and the coordination of state and district assessment/testing. Our goal is focused on ensuring our students experience a deep sense of belonging while being supported, challenged, and inspired to explore their passions, learn at high levels, achieve their goals, and graduate ready to thrive in their chosen path after high school.

Our team of professionals provide the following services:

• Oversight for the selection, implementation, and ongoing support of instructional materials aligned with Washington State Learning Standards
• Coordination of state- and district-level assessments in order to support teachers’ instructional decisions to improve overall student learning
• Guidance for schools to align instructional practices with current research and best practices
• Coordination with schools around professional development for staff
• Assurance that all schools uphold local, state, and federal educational requirements specific to funding, including LAP, Title, and local levy allocations

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Contact the Learning & Teaching Team

Shannon Barksdale, Career & Technical Education (CTE) Department Manager
barksdales@monroe.wednet.edu
(360) 804.2546

Melissa Bowden, Director of Student Information Services
bowdenm@monroe.wednet.edu
(360) 804.2552

Cheri Erickson, Office Manager
ericksonc@monroe.wednet.edu
(360) 804.2550

DeAnn Hermes, Director of Digital Learning & Program Development
hermesd@monroe.wednet.edu
(360) 804.2577

Kayla Luke, Special Programs Support/Student Information System Support
lukek@monroe.wednet.edu
(360) 804.2551

Jennifer Murphy, Director of Elementary Education (Grades P-5)
murphyj@monroe.wednet.edu
(360) 804.2574

Shannon Tarrach, Director of Secondary Education (Grades 6-12)
tarrachs@monroe.wednet.edu
(360) 804.2550