Mrs. Pappa - Art Teacher

I have lived in Northern Illinois all my life. I have three sisters and four brothers; I'm the fourth oldest. My husband and I share four children; three sons and one daughter, plus our crazy puppy, Mickey.

 I have always loved art! Unfortunately, when I was growing up, my school didn't have an art teacher. I think that's why I feel so strongly about teaching elementary art. I take art classes whenever I get the chance (I've completed over 70 hours in studio art!). On a commission basis, I draw portraits - my favorite medium to work in is pastel. My BA is with an art major and my MA is in education. Always a student, my latest pursuit is learning to play piano - I'd welcome any helpful tips!!

I live in Johnsburg with my husband David, a retired 7th grade science teacher at Johnsburg Middle School. We have a dog named Scout and 4 chilldren; Ben, who lives nearby, Kristin lives in Sacramento, Ca., Jacob is in Smokey Mt. National Park at the moment and David is a senior at EIU, majoring in Graphic Design.

I earned my Bachelor's Degree from Western Ill. University, a Master's in Ed Leadership from North Park and another Master's in Instrudtional Technology from NIU. I taught second grade in Johnsburg for 6 years, stayed home with my kids for 10 years, then came to work for District 15 fourteen years ago. I started at Hilltop and have been at Landmark since it opened. I enjoy reading, traveling, shopping, and visiting with my kids. This past summer I also became a grandmother.

Like Mrs. West, I also recommend Three Cups of Tea as a great book to read.

Mrs. Rigby - Library Media Specialist

Mrs. Ferrigan-Wilson - School Social Workerl

I live in Spring Grove with my husband, Robert, and my three children, Quinn who is in 5th grade, Chase who is in 4th grade, and Kyler who is a 1st grader. I received by Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wisconsin Madison in Social Welfare and my Master's Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois Chicago.

This is my 15th year working in the district. I work 2 1/2 days a week at Landmark. When I am not at Landmark, I am usually volunteering at my children's school and in our community.

I was born and raised in Illinois. I am married with three children, and we have lived in McHenry for over 20 years. My hobbies include reading and baking. I play the piano for our church and also sing in the church choir.

Mrs. Grammer - Music Teacher

Mrs. Gill - Speech Teacher

.I am the speech teacher at Landmark. This is my fifth year here. I am married and have four children (my oldest two attend Landmark). I love what I do and I love the kids I work with. My hobbies outside of school are running, biking, swimming, and writing... whenever I can.

I taught four years of kindergarten (36 students AM and 36 PM for each of those years). I was also the music, art, and PE teacher for my kindergarten students. I did 21 years of subbing in grades K-12. I taught art, reading, music, and PE before and after school extended day for 12 years. I have taught PE at Landmark for six years. I also teach at a Montessori school. I received my Bachelor's degree from NIU and my Master's from Olivet Nazerene.

Mrs. Cotter - Physical Education Teacher

Ms. Anderson - Reading Specialist

I have an Associate's and Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education. I have my Master's degree in Reading.

My teaching experience includes pre-school, kindergarten and first grade. As a Reading Teacher, I have worked with K - 8 grade students.

I have 2 children, both of whom are married, and 1 grandson. I'm also an expectant grandma with 2 new grandchildren due which I'm very excited about. I've beena an occupational therapist for 19 years all of which I've spent working with students in McHenry County School. In my free time I enjoy reading, camping, kayaking, exercising and spending time with Mother Nature.

Mrs. M - Occupational Therapist