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By: Carleen Wild - Updated: 3 days ago
by Carleen Wild Moody County Enterprise It is back to the books for students throughout Moody County. Flandreau Indian School was the first to welcome residents back into the dorms this past week and to class last Wednesday. Flandreau Public Schools kicked off the school year on Monday of this week and Colman-Egan on Tuesday. While it is getting tougher, school officials say, to fill some of the vacant teaching positions given a current shortage of people entering into or remaining in the profession — everyone reports being at or near full-staff. Flandreau Indian School remains fairly closed due to extra precautions with COVID, so no new teachers or staff were needed. At Flandreau Public, 18 new certified or administrative staff have been hired with open positions remaining only for paraprofessionals. Colman-Egan Schools are introducing 10 new teachers and staff for the 2022-23 school year. Each of the administrators say that they are excited about the year ahead and the energy everyone seems to be coming back with. Flandreau and Colman-Egan report being in the “green” phase for COVID precautions, which means that both schools will operate basically as if it were a ‘normal’ year — but if someone is sick and does test positive, they will need to stay out of school for five days. They can then return to school but they will need to wear a mask for the next five days as long as they are symptom free. COLMAN-EGAN SCHOOLS Megan Fritz Art (2nd Grade – 12th Grade) Hometown: Originally from Madison, settling down making Colman my home. Education: Madison High School. Dakota State University, Bachelor of Arts & Science – Computer Graphic Design & Minor - Art Family: Husband – Cody; Son – Emrick; Dog – Rip Hobbies: Taking trips to the Hills. Spending time with family and friends. What is it that brought you to Colman-Egan Schools? The opportunity to share my love of art and creativity with students near me. What do you most hope to offer your students this year? That no matter the level of creativity you have, anyone can be an artist. What is your favorite thing about teaching? Being this is my first year, my hope is that I get to share my passion of art with each student I work with. Bodee Groos Family & Consumer Sciences Age: 22 Hometown: Colman Education: Bachelors in Exercise Science Family: Jay (dad) Maria (mom) Burgin (sister) Maebe (sister) Hobbies: Golf, football, hunting/fishing, going to concerts What is it that brought you to the Colman-Egan School? I am from this school and wanted to give back to this community. What better way than becoming a part of the staff. Also, coaching sports is something I have always wanted to do. What do you most hope to offer your students this year? Teach them about the importance of health in their lives and of their communities. What is your favorite thing about teaching? Getting to be around and interact with the kids. Tell us one thing interesting about you. Many of the books and curriculum that I will be teaching is the same content that I learned 4 years ago. Anything else you’d want to add? I will be assistant coaching football under the same coach that coached me in high school. Mickeala Boyd 1st grade/ELL Age: 22 Hometown: Hayti, SD Education: Elementary Education and Special Education minor in Reading and Technology Family: Parents- Robby and Carrie Boyd. Younger sisters Rachel (Jr. at Castlewood High School) and Sierra Boyd (8th grader at Castlewood Junior High) Hobbies: I love hanging out with my family and friends. In my free time I love to ride horse and help with my local 4-H program. What is it that brought you to Colman Schools? I am a current student teacher in the third-grade classroom. The opportunity had come up for me to teacher First Grade and ELL. What do you most hope to offer your students this year? I hope to offer them the ability to create a passion for learning. What is your favorite thing about teaching? My favorite thing about teaching is watching students grow in their education. Tell us one thing interesting about you: I will be graduating from Dakota State University in December. Jen Headrick Long-term Jr. High English sub Hometown: Colman Education: Colman-Egan graduate; Southwest Minnesota State University Family: Drew, Connor (4), Fallyn (2), and Tathan (19), Karter (15), & Ryker (10) Hobbies: Bwell mornings, family activities, personal development What is it that brought you to Colman-Egan Schools? Chance to be a long term substitute. What do you most hope to offer your students this year? A safe place to grow & learn with energy and excitement! What is your favorite thing about teaching? The relationships that develop each year and seeing kids years after you taught them. Tell us one thing interesting about you. I can easily recite the alphabet backwards. Anything else you’d want to add? I am super excited to be back in the C-E School!
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