Garland Elementary

Thank you for treating us so kindly!

We feel soooo loved! 🥰

Teacher Appreciation at Garland--our PTA always treats us so good!!

Teacher appreciation week and our PTA organized wonderful parents to decorate Garland and make us feel so loved. THAAAANK YOU!!! (We ❤️ you guys!)

Thank you to Jessica Nielsen from Garland's School Community Council for helping us create this darling video. We won the Utah School Lands Trust video contest!!! Thank you to our amazing students that helped us tell about the cool things we can do "because we are readers!"

Here are some helpful tips for our preschoolers getting ready for kindergarten...we're so excited to have you at Garland!

We got SPOILED by a visit from Tremonton's own "The Donut Run" today! Thank you for so thoughtfully treating us to your delicious donuts!!

We're so very thrilled to be adding an Assistant Principal Intern to our Garland Team next year. We can't wait for you to meet Brooke Perry! Here's her photo and biography to enjoy. "My name is Brooke Perry and I am excited to serve as the new assistant principal intern at Garland Elementary. I have been a literacy coach at North Park Elementary for the past year. Prior to that, I taught at Fielding Elementary in kindergarten and first grade for sixteen years. I love working with elementary students and seeing their excitement and love of learning. There is no better place to be! Personally, I am married with three children. My husband, Delbert, and I have been married for seventeen years. We have three sons: Zachary, Joshua, and Hudson. As a family, we love spending time together in the mountains. riding our dirt bikes, and camping. I also love singing and enjoy working in the backyard with my family, our two dogs, and our chickens. Professionally, I am passionate about finding ways to personalize learning so students are supported and challenged appropriately. I believe in strong, organized grade level teams that work together to enhance student success and foster innovation. I am a supportive leader who is here to listen to the needs of students, families, and staff members. I can't tell you how excited I am to be joining the team at Garland Elementary!"

Our 3rd grade team is SO excited to add a wonderful new teacher to their team!! Let's meet Abigail Hickman! "Hello! I’m Mrs. Hickman and I am so excited to be teaching 3rd grade this year at Garland Elementary School! As long as I can remember, I have loved school and the thrill of discovering something new. That love of learning has only grown over the years, which is why I became a teacher - I get to share that excitement with my students every day! I’m a proud graduate at Utah State University. When I’m not in the classroom, you will find me outdoors all year round. I’m an avid rock climber, and I enjoy running and mountain biking with my husband. Curiosity and adventure fuel my life, both in and out of the classroom!"

Kindergarteners at Garland next year are SO lucky!! Introducing the amazing Jenny Marble!! "Hello! My name is Jenny Marble. I have been teaching first grade for the past four years. Littles have my heart, and I love watching them learn and grow each year! I enjoy reading, staying active, and traveling to places where I can soak up the sun and play in the water. I have a wonderful family of five, including my supportive husband, Joad’e, our two boys, Asher and Jaxx, our daughter, Ava, and our sweet dog, Lily. We love spending time outdoors—camping, hiking, and watching baseball. I am so excited to join the amazing Garland team and community!"

Our 2nd grade team is lucky to be adding a longtime Garland resident, mom of a Garland Bear, and a kind, amazing leader for your students! Introducing Heather Wood! "My name is Heather Wood. I started my educational journey with the Pathway Program, then transferred to BYU-Idaho, and now I’m finishing my degree at Western Governors University. I’ve spent the past seven years working at Bear River Middle School, and I’m so excited to start teaching 2nd grade at Garland Elementary this fall. I’ve been married to my husband, Landen, for 20 years, and we have three wonderful children—Porter (16), Whitley (14), and Paxten (9). Our family also includes our Mini Goldendoodle, Rusty, who keeps us all entertained. In my free time, I love camping, traveling, and spending time outdoors. I also enjoy reading and soaking up the sunshine whenever I can. I’m passionate about education and can’t wait to embark on this new adventure in the classroom!"

Bringing a big smile, tons of teaching talent and a love for her students...here's another wonderful addition to our 2nd grade Garland Elementary teaching staff--Ashley Bailey! "Hi Everyone! My name is Ashley Bailey, I’m so excited to continue my teaching career at Garland Elementary! I have taught 7 years in first and 5 years in 3rd grade.  I am a HUGE dog lover. Those little fur babies have my heart. I love to crochet and  make little animals for my students.  I practically keep Twisted Sugar in business with my daily diet cokes. I have been married to my amazing husband Jon for 24 and a half years.  I have a son named Dylan who is serving a mission in California.  My daughter Olivia is going to BYU and is going to be married in May! I enjoy walks with my family, reading, crocheting, being by any body of water and spending all the time I can with my family.   I am passionate about teaching and building a loving relationship with my students.  I’m looking forward to getting to know you all!"

With Señorita Novoa moving to help Golden Spike El. build their Spanish DLI program (and shorten her long commute) we had the opportunity to find a new 2nd grade Spanish teacher. We found a good one!! We are so excited to introduce Maestra Madsen to our Garland community. If you have an upcoming DLI 2nd grader, you're going to love her! Here's her bio and picture: "Hello! My name is Tenaya, but in the classroom, I go by Maestra Madsen. I graduated from Utah State University with a degree in Spanish, and since then, I have been substitute teaching. I have loved spending time in DLI classrooms here at Garland and around Cache Valley. I am absolutely thrilled to officially join the Garland Bears full-time as the second-grade Spanish DLI teacher for the upcoming school year! This will be my first year in my own classroom, so I’m looking forward to learning and growing alongside my students. My goal is to create a bilingual learning environment where students can feel supported and be confident in their learning. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy working on art projects, spending time with my family and day camping. I can't wait to work with my students and their families—I’m sure we’ll have a fantastic school year together!"

Today's spotlight is one of our new kindergarten teachers for 25-26. She's SO good at loving and teaching little learners! Welcome to Kallie Neal! Enjoy her bio and pic-- "Hi everyone, my name is Kallie Neal, and I’m so excited to be joining the Garland Bear family! This will be my fourth year of teaching. I taught 2nd grade for one year before moving to kindergarten, where I’ve spent the last three years. I’m a proud wife to my amazing and supportive husband, Travis. We have three incredible boys: Tazon (17), Grayson (8), and Parker (7). Being a boy mom is the best, and my boys definitely keep me on my toes! Whether we’re at the baseball field, the football field, or just relaxing at home, I love soaking up time with my family. When I manage to find a little spare time, you’ll probably catch me with a good book in hand or working on a craft project. I’m beyond excited to start this new chapter and can’t wait to meet everyone. It’s going to be a great year!"

Here's another wonderful addition to our 5th grade team for the 25-26 school year...Welcome to Rachel Sparks!! Keep reading to find out a little bit about her-- "Hello! My name is Rachel Sparks and I am so excited to start teaching this next year in 5th grade! I will graduate from Utah State with my Bachelor’s degree this Spring. I’ve had experience in Preschool, Kindergarten, 3rd, and 6th grade. I have enjoyed each grade and am excited to continue learning and help others learn. I enjoy reading, baking, mountain biking and good street tacos! I also love music and am a huge Swiftie! I was a Box Elder Bee growing up, but I’m excited to be a Garland Bear at an incredible school with amazing students, parents, and teachers!"

Congratulations to Señora Throop for being chosen as the State of Utah's Elementary math teacher of the month!! Sra. Throop is a talented, engaging teacher that inspires her students to learn math in meaningful ways...in SPANISH! We are proud of Sra. Throop!

It's time to start getting to know our amazing new teachers for the 25-26 school year! Introducing 5th grade team member, Ashlee Wise! "Hello, My name is Ashlee Wise. I have a bachelors and masters degree from Utah State. I am in my 17th year of teaching. I’ve taught 1st, 2nd, and 5th grade. I have a super awesome husband, Braydon and 3  excellent kids, Shayelle (15), Amree (12), and Jett (9). I love reading, crocheting, Chick fil a, and our dog Fish. I am so excited to be a Garland Bear and join an incredible community of students, parents, and teachers!"

No school for students tomorrow. Teacher PD day. Thank you for supporting McTeacher night! Our school play is free and so darn fun! 6 pm shows tomorrow and Saturday, plus a 2 pm matinee Saturday. The show runs about 100 minutes. Just FYI, if you are considering bringing little ones.

Garland McTeacher Night 5-7 pm. Tonight and tomorrow night! Also, Kindergarten Round Up--open house-style from 4-6 pm. (At Garland) We hope to see you tonight😍

Kindergarten Round Up for all of our incoming 25-26 Kindergartners is March 11 from 4-6 pm. Please help us get the word out. Register for kindergarten at garland.besd.net. We can't wait to meet our new Bears!