We want to welcome Mrs. Bethany Streiff to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Streiff will be a counselor at Rissler Elementary School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
"My mother is my inspiration to become a counselor. My mother was a Family and Consumer Science (FACS) teacher and then transitioned to a high school counselor. She was a teacher and counselor for a combined 37 years. In addition to my mother, I come from a long line of teachers!"
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
"This is my 10th year as a counselor. I earned my bachelor's degree in elementary education from College of the Ozarks outside of Branson and my master's degree from Evangel University in Springfield. I worked eight years as a high school counselor in a school outside of Branson and last year as an elementary counselor at South Harrison in Bethany. "
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
"I am excited to have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the students here at Rissler Elementary and in the community of Trenton!"
We want to welcome Mrs. Mary Woodson to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Woodson will be teaching sixth grade math at Trenton Middle School.
What are you looking forward to this year?
“I am looking forward to small classes, being back in the classroom, and new opportunities with a new grade level!”
We want to welcome Mr. Anthony Webb to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mr. Webb will be the Band Director at Trenton High School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“All of my previous music teachers have inspired me to pursue a career in music education.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“I am in my twelfth year of teaching. I received a bachelor’s degree in music education from Culver-Stockton College. I taught for two years at Knox County, five years at Sweet Springs, four years at Bowling Green, and now I am at Trenton.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I am most excited about representing the band, school, and community at competitions and games.”
We want to welcome Mrs. Kayla Roberts to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Roberts will be teaching fifth grade ELA at Trenton Middle School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“I had some great teachers growing up that pushed me and helped me to be the best student that I could be! Their influence inspired me to become a teacher.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“This is my seventh year teaching. I spent the last six years at Bucklin R-2. I taught 4th, 5th, and 6th grade science and social students for four years, and I taught 7th-12th grade history for the last two years.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I am most excited to work with fifth grade students again! I am looking forward to building new relationships with my students!”
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We want to welcome Mrs. Cassandra (Casie) Marshall to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Marshall will be teaching fourth grade at Rissler Elementary School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“I have always loved interacting with children. As a child, I wanted to grow up to be a babysitter. As I went through high school, I had some fun teachers and enjoyed learning so decided on the education path.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“This is my twelfth year teaching. My previous 11 years were with the St. Joseph School District. I have taught first, second, and third grades as well as reading intervention.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I look forward to getting to know and working with the Trenton community. I'm excited about the next chapter of my life!”
We want to welcome Ms. Jennifer Elrod to the Trenton R-9 School District! Ms. Elrod will be teaching second grade at Rissler Elementary School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“I had many great teachers throughout the years! Mrs. C was one of my all-time favorites. She was an excellent example of making learning fun!”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“I worked at a juvenile center for several years before going back to school to get my teaching certification. This will be my fifth year of teaching, and I couldn’t be more excited about my change in careers!”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I am so excited to meet my new second graders at Rissler and show them how to have fun with learning!”
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We want to welcome Ms. Maddie Cotton to the Trenton R-9 School District! Ms. Cotton will be teaching music at Rissler Elementary School and is the Assistant Band Director at Trenton High School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“Mr. Tim Gilham, my high-school band director, inspired me to be a music teacher.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“I taught music at Newtown-Harris for one year as their PK-12 music teacher.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I am so excited to start bringing instruments out of the cabinets and start playing!”
The first draft of 21-22 Bus Routes is available. Use the below link to access the AM and PM stops and bus numbers. Routes are subject to change. Students must wear a mask on buses due to Federal regulations.
https://5il.co/xl8c
We want to welcome Mrs. Stacey Russell to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Russell will be teaching at the Success Center at Trenton High School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“I have known since I was a young girl that I was made to work with at-risk children. In the past, I have worked with the Trenton R-9 School District through children’s division using my social work degree.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“I received a Bachelor of Science in Social Work from Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, and after 18 years in the social work field, I returned to school and attended Graceland University to complete a degree in elementary education. Unfortunately, due to life events, I couldn’t finish the student teaching portion of the degree. I have worked at NCMC for the past 11 years as a Student Support Services Academic Advisor and Tutor Coordinator. I am currently working on DESE certification.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I’m looking forward to meeting new students and the challenges that may come.”
We want to welcome Ms. Jaya Day to the Trenton R-9 School District! Ms. Day will be teaching FACS at Trenton High School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“My FACS teacher from high school inspired me to become a FACS teacher. I enjoyed her classes so much! I was actually her teacher assistant for a year to help her grade and make copies.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“I just graduated in May from Southeast Missouri State University. I am a first year teacher.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I am most excited about building relationships with my students and teaching them fun subjects!”
We want to welcome Mrs. Kayla Horton to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Horton will be teaching special education at Rissler Elementary School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“Many teachers throughout the course of my life have inspired me.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“I graduated from NCMC and Graceland University. I was a paraprofessional for the last two years at Rissler.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I am excited to get to know my students and the other teachers.”
We want to welcome Miss Megan Lynch to the Trenton R-9 School District! Miss Lynch will be teaching first grade at Rissler Elementary School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“I have always wanted to be a teacher ever since I was younger. Once I got into high school, Ms. Amy Currie inspired me to become a teacher. She is caring and compassionate. She shows love to all her students, and that’s how I want to be.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“I completed my Associate of Arts in Elementary Education at NCMC, transferred to Northwest Missouri State University for a year and decided to move home to be closer to family. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education over the summer. For the last year and a half, I was a paraprofessional in preschool with Mrs. Cara Leininger.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I am excited to meet my students this year and work with my awesome first grade team!”
We want to welcome Mrs. Alexandria (Lexie) Neighbors to the Trenton R-9 School District! Mrs. Neighbors will be teaching first grade at Rissler Elementary School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
“I grew up in a supportive community with a great elementary school. The teachers taught us kindness and how to include anyone and everyone.”
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
“My college background is in family counseling, but I continued to work in the education field. I was a paraprofessional and then taught preschool for two and a half years. I then decided to get my teaching certification after continued encouragement from friends and family.”
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
“I am most excited to start my career in teaching and meet new kids and establish a classroom community!”
📚School is one week away!! ONLINE REGISTRATION is open via Parent Portal for RETURNING students. NEW students or parents w/o a Parent Portal can enroll at the building offices Wed.-Fri. from 8:00-3:00.
https://sdm.sisk12.com/TN360x3/login
We want to welcome Ms. Brianna Biegel to the Trenton R-9 School District! Ms. Biegel will be teaching kindergarten at Rissler Elementary School.
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher?
"I have always wanted to be a teacher. I helped in a kindergarten classroom in high school, and I loved it! It made me want to work with little kids."
Tell us about your path to a career in education:
"I graduated from Northwest Missouri State University this spring with a bachelor's degree in early childhood education. I also worked with a K-2 after-school program while obtaining my degree."
What are you the most excited about or looking forward to this year?
"I am excited about forming relationships with the kids!"
Please use the link to see the Trenton R-IX Covid-19 protocol summary for the upcoming 21-22 school year.
https://5il.co/x02j
Full 21-22 Return to School Plan here:
https://5il.co/wprn
📢 Trenton R-IX ONLINE REGISTRATION for the upcoming school year is open via Parent Portal for RETURNING students. NEW students or parents w/o a Parent Portal can enroll at the building offices starting on Wednesday, Aug. 11.
https://sdm.sisk12.com/TN360x3/login
📢 Trenton R-IX ONLINE REGISTRATION for the upcoming school year is now open via Parent Portal for RETURNING students. NEW students or parents w/o a Parent Portal can enroll at the building offices starting on Wednesday, Aug. 11.
https://sdm.sisk12.com/TN360x3/login
