05/07/2026
It's Teacher Appreciation Week so it is the perfect opportunity to introduce you to our amazing Adult Education staff!
In classrooms near and classrooms far,
Our ABE teachers are shining stars.
From dreams once paused to goals in sight,
They guide adult learners day and night.
In Warroad and Roseau, with kindness to share,
Traci Pederson teaches with patience and care.
Casey Hatlevoll helps numbers make sense,
ROCC Coordinator with online math excellence.
At NTC in Bemidji, Jackie Deer leads the way,
Helping students grow stronger every day.
JoAnn Stute in Park Rapids and Nevis too,
Encourages learners in all that they do.
At NCTC East Grand Forks, what a team to know,
Eryn Killough and John Bidogo help confidence grow.
Sarah Dyrud in Thief River Falls inspires with heart,
Helping new beginnings get a strong start.
Dana Louw in Crookston is thoughtful and wise,
Helping students reach goals they once thought out of size.
Monica Johnson in Clearbrook shines bright each day,
At Clear Waters Life Center guiding learners on their way.
Chrysi Nielsen advises diploma students with care,
An ABE Program Specialist always there.
And Kirsten Fuglseth keeps the consortium strong,
Coordinator and GED examiner cheering students along.
So here’s to the teachers whose work truly shows,
The power of learning and the confidence it grows.
This Teacher Appreciation Week we proudly say:
Thank you for changing lives every single day!
