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My name is Katie Tonzi, the new third grade teacher in the district. I am from Auburn and enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, doing anything outdoors and cooking. I graduated from Oswego with my bachelor’s degree in childhood education and my master’s degree in special education. I look forward to getting to know all members of the Southern Cayuga family and cannot wait to see how much my third grade students grow.
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My name is Mike Perry, the new second grade teacher at Emily Howland! I grew up in Rochester and I enjoy cooking, hiking and spending time with friends and family. I graduated from SUNY Potsdam with my bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies and then pursued my master’s in childhood education at Ithaca College. I am excited to be a part of the Southern Cayuga community, and I’m excited to see my students learn!
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My name is Dan Olsen, the new physics, earth science and robotics teacher at SCCS. I currently live in Ithaca but am originally from Hoffman Estates (suburbs of Chicago). I attended Western Illinois University, receiving a degree in physics and my license to teach. In my free time I like to play video games, play outdoors, and watch sports... Go Bears! I am excited for the opportunity to do some science with the students at Southern Cayuga and getting to know everyone!
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My name is Joseph Gessler (a.k.a. Ricky); I was raised in Hendersonville, NC, where I worked as a painting contractor. The second oldest of a homeschooled family of 12, I decided to pursue a career in music at the age of 28. I received a bachelor’s degree in music composition and education from Nyack College, and a master’s degree in composition from the Greatbatch School of Music at Houghton College. Many of my compositions can be found on YouTube under “Ricky Gessler.” Besides singing and composing, I also enjoy playing guitar & drums, running, and sharing a meal with friends. I recently moved to Brooktondale and look forward to life in the Finger Lakes region.
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