Spotlight

Ben VanWyk

Ben is the new Paraeducator in Building Trades and has 30 years of experience including owning his own company.

- Ben VanWyk

Jim Dennany

Jim is a new Automotive Instructor at the Tech Center, bringing 22 years of automotive experience. Jim completed the Automotive program here before entering the workforce and has two children in the Early College program currently.

- Jim Dennany

Emily Gasper

Emily is the new Attendance MTSS Coordinator, having previously served for Allegan Public Schools. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband, daughter, and two dogs.

- Emily Gasper

Abby Merchant

Abby joins us as a Special Education Consultant, bringing 7 years of SPE experience to the role. Abby enjoys golfing and camping.

- Abby Merchant

Tessa Joseph

Tess is the new Administrative Assistant at the Tech Center and brings previous experience as a teacher, firefighter and administrative assistant! She enjoys riding horses and walking dogs with her husband.

- Tessa Joseph

Kimberly Bruwer

Kimberly is the new Assistant Principal at the Tech Center. She has been in education for over 23 years and thrives on helping students and staff learn, grow, and thrive.

- Kimberly Bruwer

Amy Kimber

Amy is the new Early On Supervisor, who previously served at a Early On Teacher for Allegan Area ESA and most recently a supervisor at Ottawa Area ISD. Amy enjoys escaping to the mountains.

- Amy Kimber

Alexis Davis

Alexis is a new Student Interventionist who enjoys working with kids and has experience as a Registered Behavior Technician. She enjoys making sourdough bread.

- Alexis Davis

Sara Huff

Sarah is a paraprofessional at Hillside Learning Center after working for Wayland Public Schools. She enjoys paddle boarding and gardening.

- Sara Huff

Katy Price

Katy recently transitioned from covering the front desk at the Tech Center to Accounting & Payroll Coordinator, where she has 15 years of experience. She lives in Hopkins with her husband and 3 boys.

- Katy Price

Jacolyn Mullins

Jacolyn Mullins joins Hillside Learning Center as a new Paraeducator. She enjoys playing volleyball and has previously worked as a licensed chiropractor.

- Jacolyn Mullins

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