Elizabeth Henrikson President 2022-2024
What and where have you taught? I have taught 7th grade reading, 8th grade language arts in Parachute for 3 years and currently teach 6th grade science at Fruita Middle for 16 years.
How long were you in education? 20 years total
What do you do in your free time? Really....I try to sleep and spend time with my family. I'm learning to not take work home with me (including emails).
Favorite part of DKG? My sisters, I love them all.
Your Teacher SuperPower? Go with the flow. If I try to be tightly scheduled its like going up against a Tsunami. I JUST MAKE IT WORK.
THERESE MORAN Secretary 2022-2024
Why do you enjoy DKG: To enjoy time with women who are professional educators!
Years in Education: 31 years
What and where have you taught? West Middle School, Special Education Instructional Assistant
What do you do in your free time? Baking, sewing, and spending time with my wolves.
Initiation Date: 2015
4Treasurer (2016-2024)- Ann Peterson
Ann Peterson
Hi there! I’m Ann Peterson, and I teach Mathematics at Grand River Virtual Academy . My students and my three children think I’m a true “Math Geek”, and I’d have to admit they’re probably correct. Our family enjoys hiking, gardening and when I’m not grading math problems, I like to knit, weave and play the piano.
It’s been such a blessing to meet ladies in DKG who dedicate their lives to children and teenagers, and giving the gift of education. I have grown so much through their friendship and example, and look forward to continuing the service they give our community.
Initiation Date: 2011
It’s been such a blessing to meet ladies in DKG who dedicate their lives to children and teenagers, and giving the gift of education. I have grown so much through their friendship and example, and look forward to continuing the service they give our community.
Initiation Date: 2011
YOLANDA CRAWFORD
What and where have you taught? Math at Central High School
How long were you in education? 40 years
What do you do in your free time? Quilting; Math Consultation with Western Colorado Community College
Favorite part of DKG? The Wonderful women who help each other grow!
What and where have you taught? Math at Central High School
How long were you in education? 40 years
What do you do in your free time? Quilting; Math Consultation with Western Colorado Community College
Favorite part of DKG? The Wonderful women who help each other grow!
PAST PRESIDENT (2016-2022) - Heidi Ragsdale
My name is Heidi Ragsdale and I taught 8th grade Science at West Middle School in Grand Junction, Colorado, for nearly 20 years, starting as a student teacher. I love teaching STEM, travelling with student groups to new adventurous places to learn about science, training STEM teachers, working with groups like National Geographic Education as a Teacher Advisory Council Member, Space Foundation Teachers Liasons, 100Kin10, Space Exploration Educator Crew, Solar System Ambassadors, Esri's GIS GeoMentor program, Local MakerSpaces and my favorite, KEY WOMEN EDUCATORS! . I recently launched my STEM Consulting company, STEMisMyFuture, to bring possibility to education!!! So many possibilities exist when you say "YES, AND. . . !"
I love to be part of DKG because I am interested in learning more about my profession through the enlightened stories, social action, and adventure that weaves it's way into our DKG sisterhood!
Initiation Date: 2012
My name is Heidi Ragsdale and I taught 8th grade Science at West Middle School in Grand Junction, Colorado, for nearly 20 years, starting as a student teacher. I love teaching STEM, travelling with student groups to new adventurous places to learn about science, training STEM teachers, working with groups like National Geographic Education as a Teacher Advisory Council Member, Space Foundation Teachers Liasons, 100Kin10, Space Exploration Educator Crew, Solar System Ambassadors, Esri's GIS GeoMentor program, Local MakerSpaces and my favorite, KEY WOMEN EDUCATORS! . I recently launched my STEM Consulting company, STEMisMyFuture, to bring possibility to education!!! So many possibilities exist when you say "YES, AND. . . !"
I love to be part of DKG because I am interested in learning more about my profession through the enlightened stories, social action, and adventure that weaves it's way into our DKG sisterhood!
Initiation Date: 2012
Gabriele Meyer-Hunke
What and where have you taught? English and German at Colorado Mesa University
How long were you in education? 32 years
What do you do in your free time? Travel, photography, crafts, languages, ballroom dancing, skiing, bicycling, yoga, volunteering!
Favorite part of DKG? The WOMEN!!! So supportive and enjoyable!
Initiation Date: 1990
How long were you in education? 32 years
What do you do in your free time? Travel, photography, crafts, languages, ballroom dancing, skiing, bicycling, yoga, volunteering!
Favorite part of DKG? The WOMEN!!! So supportive and enjoyable!
Initiation Date: 1990
MARY GRAHAM
What and where have you taught? 4th - 6th at Pikes Peak Elem; 4th - 5th at Tope Elem.
How long were you in education? 33.5 years
What do you do in your free time? Flyfishing, hiking, cooking, reading, traveling, visiting with friends, volunteering with Audubon and Trout Unlimited.
Favorite part of DKG? The great camaraderie and support we give each other and the project we do for "kids"!
Initiation Date: 1985
What and where have you taught? 4th - 6th at Pikes Peak Elem; 4th - 5th at Tope Elem.
How long were you in education? 33.5 years
What do you do in your free time? Flyfishing, hiking, cooking, reading, traveling, visiting with friends, volunteering with Audubon and Trout Unlimited.
Favorite part of DKG? The great camaraderie and support we give each other and the project we do for "kids"!
Initiation Date: 1985
Anne Djokic
What and where have you taught? I have taught Elementary General Music, Middle School Choir, Pied Piper Special Needs performing/Traveling Choir, Gifted and Talented Education Classes Grade Kindergarten through 8th Grade. I have taught in Kansas (Topeka and Ft. Riley Military Post), Jackson, Wyoming, and Mesa County Valley District #51, Grand Junction.
How long were you in education? 39 years
What do you do in your free time? I am the pastor for the Collbran Congregational, United Church of Christ in Collbran. I began serving the church in March of 2016. Now that I have retire from public school teaching, I enjoy my ministry very much.
Favorite part of DKG? My favorite aspect of DKG is the global membership and the purposes of the society, including the rich relationships in the organization locally.
Initiation Date: 2019
What and where have you taught? I have taught Elementary General Music, Middle School Choir, Pied Piper Special Needs performing/Traveling Choir, Gifted and Talented Education Classes Grade Kindergarten through 8th Grade. I have taught in Kansas (Topeka and Ft. Riley Military Post), Jackson, Wyoming, and Mesa County Valley District #51, Grand Junction.
How long were you in education? 39 years
What do you do in your free time? I am the pastor for the Collbran Congregational, United Church of Christ in Collbran. I began serving the church in March of 2016. Now that I have retire from public school teaching, I enjoy my ministry very much.
Favorite part of DKG? My favorite aspect of DKG is the global membership and the purposes of the society, including the rich relationships in the organization locally.
Initiation Date: 2019
Teri Ciocco
What and where have you taught? Secondary science. My longest teaching jobs were at Orchard Mesa Middle School and DeBeque High School.
How long were you in education? Preschool 6 years and Middle/High School 20 years.
What do you do in your free time? I have an online business called YogisPayYogi. A website that is similar to TeachersPayTeachers. Sewing, teaching yoga and reading are how I spend free time!
Favorite part of DKG? Favorite part of DKG? Connecting with people with similar experiences! It's nice to spend time with people who have had the opportunity to grow in the ways that teachers do! Teachers are fun and creative!
Initiation Date: 2019
What and where have you taught? Secondary science. My longest teaching jobs were at Orchard Mesa Middle School and DeBeque High School.
How long were you in education? Preschool 6 years and Middle/High School 20 years.
What do you do in your free time? I have an online business called YogisPayYogi. A website that is similar to TeachersPayTeachers. Sewing, teaching yoga and reading are how I spend free time!
Favorite part of DKG? Favorite part of DKG? Connecting with people with similar experiences! It's nice to spend time with people who have had the opportunity to grow in the ways that teachers do! Teachers are fun and creative!
Initiation Date: 2019
Kelly McGuire
What and where have you taught? Bookcliff Middle School -- English Language Development, Central High school -- ELD, ELD Content Specialist (district wide), Language Arts - DYC, Coached Speech and Debate 6 years at Palisade and Fruita, I also currently coach students with executive function disorders.
How long have you been in education? This is my 11th year.
What do you do in your free time? Read, garden, sew, play games, Volunteer for MVEA
Favorite part of DKG? The welcoming atmosphere and the amount of diverse experience people have had.
What and where have you taught? Bookcliff Middle School -- English Language Development, Central High school -- ELD, ELD Content Specialist (district wide), Language Arts - DYC, Coached Speech and Debate 6 years at Palisade and Fruita, I also currently coach students with executive function disorders.
How long have you been in education? This is my 11th year.
What do you do in your free time? Read, garden, sew, play games, Volunteer for MVEA
Favorite part of DKG? The welcoming atmosphere and the amount of diverse experience people have had.
Shelly Erub
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Initiation Date: 2024
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Carol Martinson
What and where have you taught? Mostly 3rd-5th grades. Oklahoma, Canyon City CO & Delta, CO.
How long were you in education? 31 years
What do you do in your free time? i love to play bridge or other card games, read, walk and travel. I am active in my church as well.
Initiation Date:1983
What and where have you taught? Mostly 3rd-5th grades. Oklahoma, Canyon City CO & Delta, CO.
How long were you in education? 31 years
What do you do in your free time? i love to play bridge or other card games, read, walk and travel. I am active in my church as well.
Initiation Date:1983
Michelle Thomas
What and where have you taught? I have taught 6-8 science at a charter school. Currently, I am teaching 7th grade math at Fruita Middle School.
How long have you been in education? I have been in education for 7 years.
Your Teacher SuperPower? My superpower in the classroom is helping students build confidence in their abilities.
What do you do in your free time? In my free time I love to be out having adventures. I love yoga, scuba diving, hiking, snowboarding, and camping.
Favorite part of DKG? The fellowship with other women is my favorite part of DKG.
Roni Hathaway
What and where have you taught? Grand Junction, High School
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Initiation Date: 2018
What and where have you taught? Grand Junction, High School
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Initiation Date: 2018
Cheyanne Gentry
What and where have you taught? Grand Junction High School
How long were you in education? Almost 30 years!
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Initiation Date: 2019
FRANKI SANDERS
Why do you enjoy DKG: To be a part of a professional group of teachers, while helping out in the community.
Years in Education: 14 years
What and where have you taught? 5th and Special Ed at Lincoln Orchard Mesa
What do you do in your free time? Knitting, Cooking, Making cards, camping and fishing.
Initiation Date: 2015
Why do you enjoy DKG: To be a part of a professional group of teachers, while helping out in the community.
Years in Education: 14 years
What and where have you taught? 5th and Special Ed at Lincoln Orchard Mesa
What do you do in your free time? Knitting, Cooking, Making cards, camping and fishing.
Initiation Date: 2015
Joyce Hansen - Now a member in Kansas
What and where have you taught? Tope 1966 - 1970; Columbus 1970-1971; Tope Elementary 1971-1998
How long were you in education? 32 years
What do you do in your free time? Volunteering at Catholic Outreach; Sunday School Teacher; R-5 Meal cooking; Sew Quilts for Homeless
Favorite part of DKG? Being with outstanding teachers and helping to support the purposes of DKG!
Initiation Date: 1974
How long were you in education? 32 years
What do you do in your free time? Volunteering at Catholic Outreach; Sunday School Teacher; R-5 Meal cooking; Sew Quilts for Homeless
Favorite part of DKG? Being with outstanding teachers and helping to support the purposes of DKG!
Initiation Date: 1974
MAXINE ALBERS
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Initiation Date: 1976
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Initiation Date: 1976
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Mayela Vallejos-Ramirez-In Memoriam - 2022
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Initiation Date: 2019
Mayela Vallejos-Ramirez-In Memoriam - 2022
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Initiation Date: 2019
AVIS CARLSON - In Memoriam 2022
What and where have you taught? Tope Elementary
How long were you in education? Many Years!
What do you do in your free time? Enjoy chatting with friends
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Initiation Date: 1967
What and where have you taught? Tope Elementary
How long were you in education? Many Years!
What do you do in your free time? Enjoy chatting with friends
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Initiation Date: 1967
CAROLYN BURGER-in Memorium 2023
What and where have you taught? 3rd - 5th at Lincoln Orchard Mesa
How long were you in education? 26 years
What do you do in your free time? Reading, designing cards, quilting and sewing.
Favorite part of DKG? Comaraderie with precious friends, educational discussions, and supporting teaching students!
Initiation Date: 1997