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School Improvement

The School Improvement Department is committed to developing the best instructional programs possible for each and every child in the Lake Stevens School District. We are composed of a number of smaller departments:

School Improvement provides innovative support and direction related to curriculum, instruction, assessments, educational technology, special programs and services, family engagement, health and nutrition, and learning for both students and staff.

Our work is guided by the Lake Stevens School District’s Foundation for Excellence, embedded within the framework of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).

Believing that instruction is the most important factor in student learning, we strive to create professional learning experiences for our teachers and administrators that are embedded in their work, ongoing, and collaborative that will facilitate their growth and development as professionals. Improved instruction will lead to improved student learning.

Group I

Dr. John Balmer

Assistant Superintendent of HR and School Improvement

Brad Abels

Executive Director of Secondary Schools

Steve Burleigh

Executive Director of Elementary Schools

Matt Wyant

Director of Early Learning and Student & Family Support

Jeff Jorgensen

Exec. Director of Special Services

Alexa Chervets

Assistant Director of SPED, Program Leader

Dr. Nancy Routson

Assistant Director of SPED, Resource Leader

Dr. Monica Meadows

HR Director of Talent Engagement, Belonging and Support

Jennie Long

HR Supervisor

Group II

Dr. Gina Anderson

Schools Chief of Innovation, Compliance and School Support Operations

Mike Weatherbie

Executive Director of Innovation and Educational Technology

Chris Martin

Technology Services Supervisor

Dan Tedor

Director of Career & Technical Education and Categorical Programs

Mollie Langum

Director of Food & Nutrition Services

Ernette Visitacion

Nursing Supervisor, Nurse (Transitions Program)