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I feel truly blessed not only to have had the opportunity to begin my career here at Graham, but also to be able to finish my career and retire at the end of this year after 33 years of service. It has been an incredible privilege to serve the students, staff, and community of a district that has meant so much to me personally and professionally. "Over the past 33 years, I have had the privilege of serving students at Graham Middle School as an Intervention Specialist. During the first 17 years of my career, I worked as a co-teacher in English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies, collaborating with general education teachers to support diverse learners in the classroom. For the past 16 years, I have served as the Multiple Disabilities teacher at the middle school, a role that has allowed me to focus on meeting the unique needs of students who require significant academic and functional supports.
Early in my career, I was also actively involved in extracurricular activities, coaching high school volleyball, track, and girls basketball. These experiences helped me build strong relationships with students and contribute to the broader school community.
Throughout my career, I have remained committed to leadership and collaboration within the district. I have been an active member of the Graham Education Association, serving as both Vice President and President. Currently, I serve as the Building Lead Special Education Teacher at the middle school. In addition, I have participated in several district committees, including the Rigor Committee, Strategic Planning Committee, and I have also had the privilege of mentoring new teachers over the years.
My experiences have given me a deep understanding of our students, staff, and community, as well as a strong commitment to supporting student success and strengthening Graham Local Schools." My most memorable moment at Graham was being named the 2022 Larry and Ida Snavley Teacher Excellence Award recipient. This award is especially meaningful because it requires nomination and voting by your fellow colleagues, reflecting recognition from those who know your work best. Receiving this honor was incredibly humbling and reinforced my commitment to serving the students, staff, and community of Graham Local Schools. Most people may not know that when I was a senior in high school, I originally planned to attend training to become a flight attendant rather than pursue teaching. It wasn’t until the early spring of my senior year that I made the decision to go to college to become a teacher instead. Looking back, that decision changed the course of my life, and I am grateful it led me to a career where I have been able to work with and support students for the past 33 years. "What has kept me motivated for so many years is the belief in the abilities of every student and the joy of helping them reach their full potential. I will never forget my first day as the Multiple Disabilities teacher—I felt like a fish out of water with no prior training—but I quickly realized that these students had strengths and talents that most would never imagine. My determination to find ways to connect with them and help them succeed has fueled my passion throughout my career.
I have remained a Falcon because that is truly who I am. I am proud to have attended Graham from kindergarten through 12th grade and then returned to serve this community as a teacher for my entire career. Being part of this district—first as a student and now as an educator—has been a constant source of motivation and pride, and it has helped to inspire me to give my best every day."


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Location for the March 12th Public Forum at 6:30 p.m. is the High School Media Center.
Please attend and give us your input on this important decision. You will be able to participate by giving input verbally and in written form.
Thank you,
Graham Board of Education

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Graham Military Wall of Honor
Graham Local Schools is currently collecting information for our Military Wall of Honor, recognizing Graham graduates and staff members who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
If you or a family member is a Graham alum or staff member who has served, please submit their information so we can ensure they are properly honored.
Help us spread the word as we work to recognize those who answered the call to serve.
https://www.grahamlocalschools.org/o/gls/page/military-wall-of-honor
Please contact Mrs. Skinner with any questions. skinnera@grahamlocalschools.org
Parents and students of Graham High School’s Class of 2027 are invited to join the After-Prom Planning Committee as we begin preparations for this year’s celebration. This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved—whether through planning, donating, decorating, or volunteering in any capacity. Every level of support is appreciated!
The next Planning Meeting will be held on February 25th at 5:30 p.m. in Ms. Elliott’s classroom (B146). Additionally, for families interested in donating needed items, an Amazon wishlist will be shared in the coming weeks.
This year’s prom will take place on April 25, 2026, at The Shepard Place, and we look forward to making it a memorable and safe night for our students.
For additional information, please join our Facebook page, “Graham High School Class of 2027 Parents, Students and Families,” or contact Jennifer Elliott at elliottj@grahamlocalschools.org.
What a great way to celebrate and support our students! 🎉
📚✨ Calling All Retired Teachers & School Staff! ✨📚
Once a Falcon, always a Falcon! We’d LOVE to welcome our retired educators back to help with our upcoming Elementary Book Fair! Your friendly faces and experience make such a difference, especially for our littlest readers.
🗓 March 17–19 & 23-24,2026
⏰ Volunteer Shifts:
• 9:30 AM – 11:45 AM
• 12:25 PM – 3:20 PM
📖 High-Need Times:
• 2nd Grade: 9:30–10:15 AM
• Kindergarten: 10:15–11:00 AM
• 1st Grade: 1:05–1:50 PM
✔️ Must be an approved volunteer
🔗 Sign up here:
https://www.grahamlocalschools.org/page/volunteer-portal-and-information
📧 Then email Mrs. Nance with your availability:
nancec@grahamlocalschools.org

As the Board begins the search for the district’s next superintendent, it will work with K12 to identify strong candidates. Stakeholder feedback opportunities will be shared soon to gather input from our school community.
Further updates will be provided as they become available.

