With 15 years of experience and a passion for helping students grow, Amanda will be working primarily with 2nd and 3rd grade while supporting literacy across the building.
“I’m excited to help improve literacy skills for every student and support both kids and parents along the way!”


She’s continuing to teach 2nd grade while also serving as our district’s new Data Coordinator for the ELC and Lincoln Elementary.
With 15 years of experience and a passion for student growth, we’re lucky to have her!


After 8 years as a Special Ed Para, Lindsay is excited for this new opportunity while still working closely with students. We’re lucky to have her on the Lincoln team!


Now in her 6th year in Fredonia, Amber brings over 20 years of experience in education—from Early Childhood to Title I—and a passion for helping students grow.
She’s excited to partner with parents and see big learning leaps this year. Welcome back to 1st, Amber!




Help us welcome Theresa Faileaso to her new role as a Kinder Para at the Early Learning Center!
She’s excited to work with our littlest learners and hopes to make a difference in each of their lives. Welcome to Kindergarten, Theresa!


After 4 years as a Pre-K para, Kaylea is excited to help our littlest learners grow, shine, and take their first steps in school.
“Each smile, each step, each moment reminds me why I love teaching Pre-K.”
Welcome to your new role, Kaylea!


We’re glad to have you in the district and appreciate all you do to keep our schools clean, safe, and running smoothly!
Back row: Darla Shope, Grace Boden, April Gulick, Samoa Faileaso, Joyce Timmons
Front row: Judy Payne, Becky Bockover
Not pictured: Darrin Evans

We’re excited to have you on board and grateful for the care you put into fueling our students each day!
Back row: Mitch Culbertson, Kathy Houchin (Director), Cathy Patch, Wendy Bunyard, Laura Taylor, Ann Timmons
Front row: Brenda Baugher, Teresa Rollings, Linda Beard, Crystal Johnson



We’re excited to welcome families to the Early Learning Center, Lincoln Elementary, and Fredonia Jr./Sr. High School this evening. This is the perfect chance to get all the information you’ll need before the first day of school on Wednesday, August 20.
At the Jr./Sr. High School, students will pick up their schedules, locker assignments, and passwords, then receive their school-issued laptop in their Advisory class.
We would love to see all of our Yellowjacket families join us tonight to kick off the new school year. We can’t wait to see you!


New colorful, weatherproof communication boards are on our playgrounds! 💬🌟 They give students tools to share needs, feelings, & ideas—supporting speech, inclusion, and connection. Every child deserves a voice, and these boards help make that possible. 💛🖤




💛🖤 Fall sports kick off Monday, August 18! 💛🖤
Many teams will be hitting the ground running bright and early on Day 1—Athletes and Parents, mark your calendars for a fun week of practices!
Reminder: Junior High Volleyball begins Wednesday, August 20.
Go Jackets! 💛🖤

Enjoy the weekend, staff, so we can hit the ground running next week when school begins!





Miss Amy Thurlow is back—but in a new role! After years of teaching Pre-K at the ELC, she’s now serving as our district Speech-Language Pathologist, supporting students at the ELC, Lincoln, and FJSHS. Help us congratulate Amy as she continues making a difference across all three buildings in USD 484! #USD484FamilyMoments




