When Mrs. Johnson decided she wanted to be working again, and have the experience of working with children she applied as a Sub with LWSD.  Her first job was on "9/11" at Lakeview Elementary.  "My daughter attended Dickinson, so naturally I wanted to be there.  I made it known the the Office Manager, Marilyn Johnson, and the Administrator, david Larson, that I would love to work at their school, should a position open up.  Well ...  the following month I was called for an interview at Dickinson.  Special Ed./Para Ed.  was new to me, but I got my feet wet & worked one on one with a Special Needs student for almost 4 years.  Once we bonded and got through the transition of a new "aide," we grew very attached to each other.  An Instruction Aid position opened up when my student wet to Jr.  High School, so I managed to slide into that position.  I love the variety of this position and being able to work with many different children throughout the day."  For the past 2 years Mrs. Johnson has tutored a special needs child after school, a couple of days a week, but taking the summer off.

Our favorite thing to do is visit our Hacienda, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, as well as visit family in Guadalajara, Mexico. When we can't go as a family, I try to fill in the gap & take a trip on my own (not tooooo relaxing!!!). We look forward to Hockey season. Since the Seattle Thunderbirds are moving out to Kent, we have subscribed to the Hockey Channel, so we can be comfy at home watching our favorite sport.

While I enjoyed my 5 years at Dickinson Elementary, I am thrilled to be a part of the "family" at Rosa Parks. I must admit taking on the position as "Lunch Lady" was a bit of a challenge my first year, but what a great way to learn the names and faces of our students. I am excited to return to work, get re-acquainted with staff & students, and learn to know the many new faces. There is no other school like Rosa Parks, and I feel blessed to have this opportunity of spending time with such wonderful families & friends.