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OUR MISSION
"To equip students who have language processing difficulties and dyslexia with the necessary tools for academic success.."
Jon Meissner- Executive Director/ Principal
OUR STAFF
The school requires staff to work together as a 'think tank', sharing valuable information and
compiling that information into a concise and accurate teaching plan for each student. Teachers are trained to teach to the child's needs, not to the curriculum. The goal is to train the child to overcome his or her language constraints and be able to advocate for himself/herself in a standard educational setting.
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Jon Meissner |
Jon Meissner is the Executive Director and Principal at Gateway School and Learning Center. Jon has his Bachelor’s Degree from Biola University in La Mirada, California, in Organizational Leadership. He has been Self employed for over 25 years in the construction industry and has had the opportunity to be involved with various non-profit organization for more than 15 years. |
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Doris Cerny |
Doris Cerny has been with Gateway School since 2005. Ms. Cerny is now the Literacy Educator and Vice Principal of our school. She is also responsible for testing prospective students. Ms. Cerny has organized summer school and oversees the Read-a-Thon program. She has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Business Management from San Jose State University. Doris has worked diligently to help Gateway and our students to grow. |
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Karen White |
Karen White has been with Gateway School for close to 18 years. Mrs. White has a Bachelor’s of Education from the University of Alaska as well as an Associate in Arts from Anne Arundel Community College in Maryland. She is currently teaching our Level 5 students. Mrs. White tutors Gateway and non-Gateway students in educational subjects as well as social skills. Mrs. White has a love and passion for her students. Her many years of experience and first hand knowledge of language processing difficulties have proven to be instrumental in the success and progress of many past and current students at Gateway School. Mrs. White is active in numerous school activities to include working with the student council and overseeing the annual school carnival. |
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Janet Tilman |
Janet Tillman has been with Gateway School for 3 years. Mrs. Tillman has a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Idaho. She has also done course work in Early Childhood Education from the University of Alaska, Anchorage. Mrs. Tillman is currently teaching our level 3 students. She is quite extensively involved in extra-curricular activities such as the school store, the school year book as well as the student council. Mrs. Tillman has a great passion for her students and works tirelessly to ensure they succeed. |
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Shanna Tadic |
Shanna Tadic is a new addition to Gateway School. She brings with her a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Northwestern College in Iowa. Mrs. Tadic is currently working toward her Master’s in Special Education at the University of Alaska, Anchorage. She is currently teaching our level 4 students, which at this time is a room full of boys. Her enthusiasm and willingness to be a part of our school is already obvious. |
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Windy Liesener |
Wendy Liesener has been with Gateway School since 2006. She is currently teaching our level 2 students. Mrs. Liesener has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary Education. Mrs. Liesener will also be sharing her musical talents with the students of Gateway. She has traveled extensively in China and has taught English as a second language to students of all ages. Her joy of teaching is apparent in the work that she does with her students. |
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Amanda McClure |
Amanda McClure has started her second year as a teacher here at Gateway. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Maryland as well as a degree in Education from Chapman University in California. Mrs. McClure is currently teaching our Level 1 students, also a room full of boys. Mrs. McClure is most often found working to provide her students with the best possible tools to help them succeed. |
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Bridgett Popoff |
Bridgette Popoff is also new to Gateway School this year. She came to the school through her sister, Babette, from South Carolina. Mrs. Popoff received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting in July of this year. Bridgette has a background in bookkeeping and office administration. After being away from home for over 20 years, Mrs. Popoff is grateful for the opportunity given to her to return to this beautiful state. |
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Babette Brewer |
Babette Brewer came to the office of Gateway School as a parent volunteer over two years ago. She was asked on a few occasions to fill in for absent office staff. Her willingness to help out in the office turned into an Office Administrator position here at the school. Babette has been an invaluable asset throughout this past year of transition. She has been instrumental in working to organize the office as well as creating a process that lead to a much smoother registration period. |
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Heather Mouw |
Heather Mouw has been with Gateway School for over 8 years. She has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary Education and Physical Education grades K thru 12 from Seattle Pacific University. Mrs. Mouw is currently the physical education teacher for all grade level students. She is also testing prospective students. Mrs. Mouw is also called upon to perform numerous and various administrative duties. Mrs. Mouw’s energy is infectious to students and staff alike. Students return from PE obviously excited about the time they have spent with Mrs. Mouw. |
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Jane Garrard |
Jane Garrard has been with Gateway School since 1999. Mrs. Garrard is primarily responsible for testing prospects and tutoring our Gateway students. Jane has a Bachelor’s of Science degree from University College of Wales. She has also received numerous diplomas from programs focused on teaching children with dyslexia and other learning difficulties. Mrs. Garrard has traveled the world and has taught in the United Kingdom, Venezuela, Indonesia, and Texas. Her extensive knowledge and experience has proven to be a valuable asset to Gateway School. |
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Kathy Lyday
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Kathy Lyday started with Gateway School at the beginning of 2009. She is currently a tutor and substitute teacher. Mrs. Lyday has also been involved in developing the math curriculum for Gateway students. |
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Marilyn Anderson |
Founder and author of Gateway School and Learning Center, Slingerland Trainer |
2008-2009 Staff
From left to right; Jon Meissner, Marilyn Anderson, Heather Mouw, Doris Cerny, Michele Reger, David Kramer, Rachel Anderberg, Amanda, McClure, Melody Paynter, Richard Anderson, Karen White, Jeanne Worachek, Jane Garrard, Janet Tillman.
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