Front row left to right: Tiffany Green, Kristen Petersen, Lisa Kalstrom, Kyla Fisher, Dawn Bucks, Debbie Bucholz.
Felicia Little Thunder
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
I grew up in Rapid City, SD and attended Rapid City Central High Shcool
College(s) attended? Degree?
I am currently an online student for my general ed classes for nursing
Family:
Two sons, ages 4 years and 10 weeks and one daughter age 2
What will you be teaching at Bowman County?
I will be a paraprofessional.
Why did you choose to teach at Bowman County Schools?
I’ve heard great things about Bowman County Schools and now that I am a part of the staff, I am excited and proud to be here
What do you like to do in your spare time?
In my spare time I like to spend time with my children and my family outdoors
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I still have my childhood Harry Potter book series
Matt Askay
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Washington state and Oregon- Springfield High School
Family:
Two older brothers
What will you be doing at Bowman County Schools?
I will be a cook.
Why did you choose to work at Bowman County Schools?
Because it is awesome.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I like to read fiction, non-fiction and ancient history.
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I collect ancient coins.
Melissa Lazzara
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Indiana- Terre Haute South Vigo High School
College(s) attended? Degree?
Kaplan University, B.S Psychology, ABA
Family:
Husband Joshua Lazzara, children Audry (12) and Rocco (9)
What will you be teaching at Bowman County?
Credit Recovery
Why did you choose to teach at Bowman County Schools?
I began at BCS as a paraprofessional 2 years ago when we first moved to Bowman. I enjoy the positive atmosphere
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Spend time with family, paint, cook, and garden
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I love science fiction and historical documentaries
Debbie Bucholz
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Brighton, CO. attended Brighton High School “bulldogs”
College(s) attended? Degree?
University of Northern Colorado, B.S in accounting
Family:
Husband Kevin- we own the North Winds Loge here in Bowman, Children- Craig (24), Eric (21), and Melissa (19) all are proud graduates of Bowman County High school and are currently attending UND
What will you be doing at Bowman County Schools?
Business Manager
Why did you choose to work at Bowman County Schools?
I love the school setting and can utilize my accounting experience in this job
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Spending time with family, Hiking, riding bicycles, working out and watching the Denver Broncos
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I have a twin sister, Jennifer, who lives in Castle Rock, Colo.
Tiffany Green
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Dupree, SD Mobridge High School, class of ‘94
College(s) attended? Degree?
Bismarck State College, Associates in Applied Science
What will you be doing at Bowman County Schools?
Paraprofessional
Why did you choose to work at Bowman County Schools?
Change of pace
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Read
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I spend a lot of time with my family
Amber Adams
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Minot, ND- Minot High School
College(s) attended? Degree?
Williston State College, Dickinson State- BS Elementary Education
Family:
Fiancé- Ryan and son Greyson (2)
What will you be teaching at Bowman County?
5th grade
Why did you choose to teach at Bowman County Schools?
I recently moved to Marmarth with my Fiancé and son. I had been teaching 1st grade in Dickinson for the past 4 years
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Cooking, spending time with my family and being outdoors
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I am getting married in December!!
Deanne (Deanna) Erickson
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
I grew up in Mott and attended Mott Lincoln High School
College(s) attended? Degree?
Family:
Spouse- David
What will you be doing at Bowman County Schools?
Paraprofessional/ Secretary at the Rhame campus
Why did you choose to work at Bowman County Schools?
I heard it was a great school to work for and I enjoy helping kids
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Reading, spending time with family and my pets, and walking with my pets
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I am shy until you get to know me
Lisa Kalstrom
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Weiser, ID, Weiser High School
College(s) attended? Degree?
Huron University, University of Idaho- Elementary Ed.
Family:
Husband – John, and Children- Dylan, McKaylee and Alyssa
What will you be teaching at Bowman County?
6th Grade
Why did you choose to teach at Bowman County Schools?
New to the area, Bowman is such a friendly and welcoming town. I am excited to meet more people and become familiar with the community
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Anything outdoors- camping, walking, running. Reading books and spending time with family
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I love animals. I have two cats and four dogs
Kyla Fischer
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Scranton, ND- Scranton High School
College(s) attended? Degree?
University of Mary- Double Major in Early Education and Elementary Education
Family:
Husband- Jordan and Parents Mona & Laverne Teske
What will you be teaching at Bowman County?
2nd grade
Why did you choose to teach at Bowman County Schools?
I love being close to family and love the atmosphere of the school
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Spend time with family and camping
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I love playing and listening to music
Kristen Petersen
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Wolf Point, MT - Wolf Point High School
College(s) attended? Degree?
Minot State University
Family:
Mom- Louise, Dad- Terald, Brother- David
What will you be teaching at Bowman County?
3rd & 4th Grade
Why did you choose to teach at Bowman County Schools?
I wanted to teach in a small community. I also am close to both my parents and brother so I can go and visit them
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I like to cook, read, walk and do photography
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
My favorite place to camp is Yellowstone National Park. I was also in the Minot State marching band
Dawn Bucks
Where did you grow up? High School Attended?
Elk River, MN Elk River High School
College(s) attended? Degree?
Minnesota State University, Mankato- Elementary Ed/ Special Ed.
St Mary’s University, St. Paul, MN - Masters
Family:
Husband- Steve, Children- Kaleb (16), Madison (13), Jonah (9) and Kinsley (4)
What will you be teaching at Bowman County?
Reading Intervention
Why did you choose to teach at Bowman County Schools?
I love the community and the school system
What do you like to do in your spare time?
Go for walks, shopping/ go to thrift shops, spend time with family
Tell us something interesting about yourself.
I love to rock hunt, and take pictures. I also have 3 dogs and 2 cats
