Under 'Kid'struction
As some may know, Bibich underwent a major construction project this summer. The main focus was moving the office adjacent to the main entrance as well as creating a new secure visitor entrance. In the new office area, a conference room and administrative offices were included. A multi-purpose room, work area, and other offices were added and now stand where the old office was located. With all of that being done, all of the floor tiles throughout the main hallways were replaced.
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Kim Hayes (Dean of Students) I am excited to be the new Dean of Students here at Bibich Elementary School this year! Previous to this school year, I have spent 5 years at Lake Central High School as a Dean of Students. I have taught all age groups, from elementary school to high school. Feel free to reach out to me if you need anything. I am looking forward to working with you all to help our children grow and have a successful school year! | Lisa Phillips (Nurse) My name is Lisa Phillips and I have been a school nurse for 12 years! I have been a middle school and elementary school nurse. I have 2 boys; one is an adult who is married and lives in Texas. The other is 16 and a junior in high school. I have a puppy; he is 3 years old, his name is Oscar the Schnoodle! | Krista Tellez (Special Education) Hello! I'm Miss Tellez and I am the new 3rd-4th grade Resource Teacher! This is my first year teaching and I'm so excited to be a part of these students' journey. I graduated from Indiana University and did my student teaching here in Mrs. Bowens' Kindergarten class. I'm ready to help these students grow and create fun memories! Let's get this year started! |
Kim Hayes (Dean of Students)
I am excited to be the new Dean of Students here at Bibich Elementary School this year! Previous to this school year, I have spent 5 years at Lake Central High School as a Dean of Students. I have taught all age groups, from elementary school to high school. Feel free to reach out to me if you need anything. I am looking forward to working with you all to help our children grow and have a successful school year!
Lisa Phillips (Nurse)
My name is Lisa Phillips and I have been a school nurse for 12 years! I have been a middle school and elementary school nurse. I have 2 boys; one is an adult who is married and lives in Texas. The other is 16 and a junior in high school. I have a puppy; he is 3 years old, his name is Oscar the Schnoodle!
Krista Tellez (Special Education)
Hello! I'm Miss Tellez and I am the new 3rd-4th grade Resource Teacher! This is my first year teaching and I'm so excited to be a part of these students' journey. I graduated from Indiana University and did my student teaching here in Mrs. Bowens' Kindergarten class. I'm ready to help these students grow and create fun memories! Let's get this year started!
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Debbie Pavlina (Kindergarten)My first full-time teaching assignment was in 2011 at Bibich where I taught 2nd grade and it was the following year that I moved to half-day Kindergarten. In 2013 I transferred to Homan Elementary in order to be able to take a full-time Kindergarten teaching position. While I truly enjoyed my time at Homan, my heart always hoped I could one day return to Bibich because it has always felt like home and I was so grateful for this year’s transfer back to Bibich where it all began. I am a huge Cubs fan and I love spending time with my family. I am so excited to be part of the Bibich family once again! | Lindsay Jeffress (Fourth Grade) This is my 3rd year with the Lake Central School District. I have spent two years in the middle schools, both Kahler and Clark, teaching middle school science. While I love science, I truly missed the elementary classroom. This marks my 8th year as an educator, and I am happy to be in the district where I grew up. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice and spent 9 years as a juvenile detention officer in Lake County. I then transitioned to teaching in hopes of making a difference in kids lives, and creating an atmosphere that encourages learning and kindness. I am happy to be part of the Bibich Bulldog family! | Stephanie Spencer (Art) This is my tenth year teaching art! I taught at Hanover schools for nine years and spent a few years at home with my three kids. It is exciting to be back in the classroom! I am teaching at Bibich and Watson Elementary schools. |
Debbie Pavlina (Kindergarten)
My first full-time teaching assignment was in 2011 at Bibich where I taught 2nd grade and it was the following year that I moved to half-day Kindergarten. In 2013 I transferred to Homan Elementary in order to be able to take a full-time Kindergarten teaching position. While I truly enjoyed my time at Homan, my heart always hoped I could one day return to Bibich because it has always felt like home and I was so grateful for this year’s transfer back to Bibich where it all began. I am a huge Cubs fan and I love spending time with my family. I am so excited to be part of the Bibich family once again!
Lindsay Jeffress (Fourth Grade)
This is my 3rd year with the Lake Central School District. I have spent two years in the middle schools, both Kahler and Clark, teaching middle school science. While I love science, I truly missed the elementary classroom. This marks my 8th year as an educator, and I am happy to be in the district where I grew up. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice and spent 9 years as a juvenile detention officer in Lake County. I then transitioned to teaching in hopes of making a difference in kids lives, and creating an atmosphere that encourages learning and kindness. I am happy to be part of the Bibich Bulldog family!
Stephanie Spencer (Art)
This is my tenth year teaching art! I taught at Hanover schools for nine years and spent a few years at home with my three kids. It is exciting to be back in the classroom! I am teaching at Bibich and Watson Elementary schools.
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A "BIT" of Second Grade Fun
Ms. Frazier uses her Bitmoji in many ways around her classroom. One example is when it is OK to interrupt the teacher. She got the idea from another teacher in the district and even learned how to add her Bitmoji icon as an extension on Chrome from Pinterest. "I can add Bitmojis to anything now. I also added Bitmoji's to my Back to School Powerpoint for parents. I feel it is a modern way to have a little fun and get the student's attention," said Frazier.
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