Our fabulous teachers aren't the only staff members at Bonner School who make things "tick!" We have an incredible supoort staff here that make our school an even better place to learn and grow! We added quite a few new members to our team for the 25-26 school year!
Name (First and Last)
Elizabeth LaRance- Para Educator
College/University, or other background
University of Montana
Where did you grow up?
Billings
What you enjoy doing when you're not at work:
I love going paddleboarding, reading a book, and crocheting.
We'll quote you on this one: Tell us what you enjoy about being part of Bonner School.
I've really enjoyed getting to know the students and staff, and it's been great to see the strong sense of community within the school.
Tell us ONE fun fact about yourself!
My nickname is Biff because I "Biff" it a lot, and I can be pretty clumsy.
Name (First and Last)
Georgia Fredette- Para Educator
College/University, or other background
Alberton High school
Where did you grow up?
Alberton Montana
What you enjoy doing when you're not at work:
Whitewater paddle boarding/rafting, camping, scrap booking and crocheting (:
We'll quote you on this one: Tell us what you enjoy about being part of Bonner School.
I LOVE my co workers! They’re all so friendly and supportive. You can tell they enjoy their job, and that makes it super inviting and engaging.
Tell us ONE fun fact about yourself!
I’ve torn both ACLs and meniscuses! Georgia-0 knees-2 lol!
Name (First and Last)
Katrina Kerwin- Para Educator
College/University, or other background
The University of Montana
Where did you grow up?
Encinitas, CA.
What you enjoy doing when you're not at work:
Hiking, fishing, reading, camping and cooking! Anything that’s outdoors!
We'll quote you on this one: Tell us what you enjoy about being part of Bonner School.
My favorite thing about being a part of Bonner School is seeing each student grow both academically and personally! It fulfills me each and every day!
Tell us ONE fun fact about yourself!
I like to read just about anything — from essays to research papers, send it my way!
Name (First and Last)
Michelle Tabish- Para Educator
College/University, or other background
Previously working at headstart as a preschool teacher's assistant
Where did you grow up?
Stevensville, MT
What you enjoy doing when you're not at work:
I have so many different arts and crafty hobbies. I like to paint, make embroideries, work with polymer clay, do wire and beading crafts, and ocassional sewing. I also love gardening. I start most of my plants from seed, and I'm obsessed with seed catalogs. This year I had 14 ft tall sunflowers and more tomatoes than I knew what to do with. I also have pets and kids that I like to spend time with, play the occasional video game (Stardew Valley is my favorite...its about farming, no surprise there!) Whenever we can, we like to go out in nature and hike and walk!
We'll quote you on this one: Tell us what you enjoy about being part of Bonner School.
The community, history and friendly faces 🙂
Tell us ONE fun fact about yourself!
Donuts are my favorite food!
Name (First and Last)
Ty Woods—Front Office/School Secretary
College/University, or other background
University of Montana COTC with an associates in accounting
Where did you grow up?
I grew up in Missoula MT.
What you enjoy doing when you're not at work:
When I'm not at work, I enjoy camping, photography, crafting, hiking, and spending time with my family.
We'll quote you on this one: Tell us what you enjoy about being part of Bonner School.
"I love being part of the team and seeing the kids every day."
Tell us ONE fun fact about yourself!
A fun fact about me is that in college, I had a group of friends and we were all known as the Wolf Pack. We still vacation together to this day. Also, once I ate a live guppy for a fundraiser.