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Ms. Henriksen Welcome to Third Grade! My name is Ashley Henriksen, and this will be my first year teaching at Staton Elementary. I am thrilled to be joining such a fun and caring community! I have been in the classroom for 7 years and have loved every minute. I was born and raised here in Las Vegas, Nevada. I have two amazing kiddos, Lance (5th grade) and Noelle (6th grade). Lance and Noelle are very active in baseball and competitive cheerleading. I also have Nova, the world's best Aussie and she is hands down the most spoiled one in our family. In our spare time, we enjoy traveling, watching Harry Potter marathons, visiting Disneyland, and many outdoor activities. My passion is teaching and helping my students develop a love for learning. It is my goal to create a safe, caring, and exciting environment, where my students gain the confidence they need to be successful individuals. I look forward to getting to know each of my families and helping your children grow! Wish List Edit favorite things

Ms. Haak Hello! My name is Sarah Grace Haak and I am so very excited to be teaching second grade here at Staton Elementary. I moved to Las Vegas from Scranton, PA with my parents when I was 8 years old and started school at Staton in third grade, so I am very happy to now be teaching at my former elementary school! I graduated from UNLV with my Bachelors in Early Childhood Education with a concentration in Pre K - 2. I plan on returning to complete my masters in the near future, but I am undecided on what I want my masters in. Most of my family still lives back on the East Coast, so my parents and I travel back and forth a lot to see everyone. I have two half brothers and a half sister and they are all older than me, so I am the baby in my family. I do not have any children of my own, but I do have a dog and a cat that I love very much! In my spare time you will find me outside. Hiking is one of my favorite things to do. I love exploring and getting some sun and fresh air. I also love spending quality time with my family and friends. Life is short so cherishing time with my loved ones is very important to me. My goal is to make it a fun and exciting school year teaching second grade as a returning Pioneer! I can’t wait to watch my new group of students learn and grow! Wish List Edit favorite things

Ms. Giustino Hello Pioneers! My name is Maria Giustino and I absolutely love teaching 3rd grade at the best school. This is my 10th year teaching at Staton and I am so excited to begin another fun-filled school year with your child! I am originally from Long Island, New York where I was born and raised. I graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Childhood Education from SUNY Oneonta, and received my Master’s Degree in Special Education from Long Island University. Shortly after, I moved to Las Vegas in August 2013 and have been blessed and proud to be a part of the Staton community since then. In my spare time I enjoy traveling, spending quality time with friends and family, exploring the outdoors, and going on adventures with my dog, Coco. Teaching is my real passion and what I love most about my job is the kids’ enjoyment of learning which makes all the hard work worth it. I am looking forward to another amazing year ahead and watching your child learn and grow! Wish List Edit favorite things

Ms. Campbell Hello! My name is Rachel Campbell I am thrilled to be joining the first-grade team here at Staton! This will be my 1st year of teaching in the district. I have taught for ten years in various preschool classrooms. I am excited to bring my knowledge and experience to my first graders. I was born in San Diego and moved to Las Vegas when I was 4 years old. I am the oldest of my siblings and teaching is in my family. My mother taught in CCSD for over 25 years. I recently received my Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education. I look forward to using the time I spent in the private field to be an asset here at Staton. When I am not teaching, I enjoy going to movies, swimming and reading. I enjoy all things Disney and spending time with family or friends. I look forward to more traveling in the future. I am a huge Green Bay Packer fan as well as a Golden Knights fan. My goal as a teacher is to create a safe and nurturing classroom where my students can learn and grow. I want to help each student achieve their very best! I am looking forward to my first Staton school year! Wish List Edit favorite things

Ms. York Hello Staton Elementary! My name is Jill York and I am so excited to be joining the Pioneer family. I am moving to Las Vegas from Colorado Springs, Colorado where I have grown up! I graduated from Cheyenne Mountain High School and went on to earn a BA in Sociology/Elementary Education from Western Colorado University in Gunnison, CO. I am coming with 30 years teaching experience in Colorado and Florida. I have taught every grade from Kindergarten to 5th grade! One of my favorite things about teaching is building lifelong relationships with my students and their families! Developing a sense of community and providing a safe, fun and caring learning environment is my priority! I have one amazing son, who lives in southern California. I am happy that I will be able to see him more often now that I will be in LV! I am an avid sports fan but am partial to NFL football! My favorite team is the Denver Broncos! I love to spend time at the beach and living my life with gratitude! Wish List Edit favorite things

Mrs. Lusher Hello Staton Families! I feel so grateful, honored and excited to join you this year as your new Physical Education (PE) Teacher! This will be my 12th year teaching PE! I spent last school year teaching in North Carolina but my first 10 years of teaching PE have been here in Clark County with the Adapted Physical Education Department where I got the great pleasure of working at Staton Elementary School. My family and I are very excited to return to such an amazing school! Wish List Close Edit favorite things

Mr. Nicholson Hi, my name is Mike Nicholson. I am new to Las Vegas, having moved here in Jan. 2021 in order to be close to family. Since moving here I have devoted myself to my master’s degree in education, part of which includes completing my student teaching in a 3rd grade classroom at Dean Allen Elementary. Recently I have been working as a substitute teacher in all elementary grades. Prior to moving to Las Vegas, I spent 10+ years working as a manager at a market research company in San Diego and am excited to be teaching 4th grade at Staton! Wish List Edit favorite things

Ms. Tedeschi Hello, Staton Students and Families! My name is Margaux Tedeschi and I am thrilled to be teaching 5th grade at Staton Elementary School for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year! I grew up in the Summerlin area and went to college at the University of Nevada, Reno, where I earned my degree in Elementary Education. When this opportunity at Staton presented itself, I could not have been more excited to return home to Summerlin where my dreams of teaching began! I am a strong believer that the best learning atmosphere is one of fun and positivity. I hope to instill a mindset in my students where they know that no goal is too big with their determination and hard work. In my spare time, I love to explore new hiking trails, spend time with family, and see my favorite bands in concert! Most importantly, I love to teach. I am looking forward to my first year teaching with the Pioneer family! Wish List Edit favorite things

Ms. Nicols Hello Staton Families! I am so excited to join the Staton Elementary family and to be teaching 5th grade this year! This will be my eighth year teaching, and my third time teaching 5th grade. A little bit of my background…I grew up in Southern California, where I graduated from Azusa Pacific University with a Master’s degree in Education. After teaching in Southern California for a year, I relocated to Las Vegas and taught at Garehime Elementary for 4 and a half years. Last year, I embarked on a new journey and moved to Boise, Idaho to be closer to my family. Living in Idaho was an unforgettable experience, but my heart is here in Las Vegas. So my family and I made the decision to move back this summer. I am beyond thrilled to be back in the city I love. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my dog Levi, as well as cooking and baking yummy treats. Fun fact: it is my dream to open my own bakery someday. In my classroom, we are life-long learners. It is my goal to inspire a love for learning in my students. I believe that a love for learning is essential to a successful life. In my classroom we are responsible, determined, respectful, and kind. We collaborate and work together, we work hard, and we celebrate successes. The best way to reach me is by email, so please feel free to email me anytime with any questions or concerns. Let’s make it a great school year! Miss Nicols Wish List Edit favorite things

Ms. Leahey-Bucsit My name is Carlie Leahey-Bucsit! I am originally from the beautiful State of Hawaii but moved to Las Vegas in 2008! I have just recently graduated from UNLV with my Bachelor's in Special Education. I started my teaching career in highschool at Northwest Career & Technical Academy in their Teacher Education program. I have had teaching experience in a P.O.S.T classroom, Kindergarten classroom, High School Resource classroom, and an Intermediate Elementary Resource Classroom in the past 6 years. Some things I enjoy are arts and crafts and hanging out with my best friends. I really like to use my cricut to make custom products for my friends and family! As well as, going out doors for hikes, fishing, and other activities with some of my best friends! As a teacher, I am ready to spark the fire for learning in my students and create a safe and fun learning environment for my students. I love the saying,"if they can't learn the way we teach, we should teach the way they learn!" and "Any progress is still progress to be celebrated!" I can't wait for this next school year as a Staton Pioneer and all the exciting things to come! Wish List Close Favorite Things favorite things

Mrs. Maillaro My name is Amy Maillaro and I am originally from Rome, New York. I moved to Las Vegas when I was twenty-one to attend UNLV. I am married with two children. My son will attend UNR in the fall and my daughter will be a senior at Palo Verde High School. I started at Staton Elementary School as a mom, room mom, and served on the PTO. I started working at Staton five years ago. I absolutely love the families, the community and all of my co-workers. Close Favorite Things favorite things

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