Mrs. Rigby - Library Media Specialist

I live in Johnsburg with my husband, a retired 7th grade science teacher, a son and daughter-in-law and 2 dogs. We have 3 more children and 2 grandchildren.
I've been the Library Media Specialist here at Landmark since it opened as a year round multiage school.
I love to take care of our grandchildren, read, shop, take photographs and travel, especially to visit our son who works in several of the National Parks.
 

Mrs. Schaller - LD
Resource Teacher

I grew up in Harvard and went to Monmouth College for my undergraduate degree. My master's degree is from Concordia – River Forest. I have been teaching for more than 20 years. My husband, daughter, and I live in Wisconsin. My favorite things to do are read, garden, and spend time with my family. Camping is one of the activities that we love to do together.

Mr. Thome - Physical
Education Teacher

I was born and raised in McHenry, Illinois. I attended Hilltop, Landmark, McHenry Jr. High and McHenry East high School. After high school graduation, I attended McHenry County college and then transferred to Blackburn College to finish my degree in physical education. At Blackburn, I also played 3 years of varsity football and was the Assistant Manager of the Athletics Program.

Things I enjoy to do for fun include anything that involves physical fitness and sports. I like to play football and basketball and workout during my free time.

Mrs. Morris -
Speech Teacher

Hi, my name is Marcia Morris and I am currently the Speech and Language Pathologist. I am married and have two grown daughters. My passion is traveling. My husband and I have been fortunate enough to take some wonderful trips. My hope is to continue to explore new places, to learn more about our world and the many people who live in places different from our own.

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.

Mrs. M - Occupational Therapist

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. Mrazek - Music Teacher

I have been teaching music for three years and this is my first year here at Landmark. I will be teaching between Landmark Elementary and Riverwood Elementary this year (where I was last year as well). Previously, I also taught 5^th and 6^th grade music in Johnsburg, Illinois.

I was born in Sycamore, IL but lived most of my childhood in the country about 5 miles west of Shabbona, IL. Growing up, I loved being outside and also spent much of my time studying music and playing sports. I attended college at Western Illinois University, from which I graduated in 2009. 

My husband, Tim, and I live in Woodstock and we have two cats named Ivan and Alex. In our free time we like to be outdoors, play volleyball and softball, and we are also both members of the Dekalb Festival Chorus (a community vocal ensemble which meets at NIU). As a music teacher, I feel that I can make a difference in children's lives and help them learn to appreciate and enjoy the music found in life around them.   

Mrs. Newkirk - Art Teacher

Hello!
I have been teaching in this district for 15 years, and, I started at Landmark as my home school. At that same time, I also taught at Edgebrook and Riverwood schools in those beginning years. I am very glad my schedule has brought me back to Landmark, as, I have fond memories, and, I will know I will have more wonderful teaching memories at Landmark again.. I also teach currently at Duker as their 4th and 5th grade art teacher. What an endeavor to see 800 kids a week!

I love teaching Art to children to help them enhance what they know and they can learn, create and know more, and, use it for other endeavors. I care to give the one-on-one teaching experience to help the children with their skill development and to have the students be more confident in their learning experiences.

 have two children, Seth and Ingrid. Seth is a website designer, Kung Fu instructor, and working on his Masters at University of TX. Ingrid is a juvenal counselor in St. Charles, and, is interested in helping younger kids with B.D; thinking about future classes.
I am a happy Mom and a happy teacher!

My background education is:
B.A. - S.I.U.
Additional Certification - MS> N.I.U., UCLA, MCC, STFRAN

Mrs. Devine - Social Worker

This is my first year here at Landmark School, and I am so excited to make it my home! (Well… one of my homes. I also get to work with the kids at Hilltop School.) I have worked as both a school social worker and autism consultant for 7 years in Cook County and McHenry County. Although I have worked with kids of all ages, I am happy to say that I am right where I belong, working with students K-5.

 I was born in Cary, IL, and recently just moved back there from Chicago. I live with my husband, Mike, and two daughters, Isabelle and Layla. We have two pets, our cat, Delila, and our dog, Roxy. Isabelle just caught Bieber Fever, and I am hoping that it's not contagious!  I used to sing in a band, but now I enjoy singing very loudly in the car. My favorite outdoor activities include jumping waves on jet skis and riding my mopeds up in Green Lake, WI. My favorite author is Chuck Palahniuk. My favorite color is emerald green. And my favorite TV show is The Office. I love what I do, and I am happy to spend my days with such inspiring people, both kids and adults. I get the opportunity to both teach and learn every day!  

Mrs. Remler - Psychologist

I was born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio and received my undergraduate degree at Loyola University of Chicago. I received my graduate degree in School Psychology at the University of Cincinnati. I am excited to be a part of the Landmark staff. My experiences as a School Psychologist have included preschool through high school, and I continue to love meeting and working with children, teachers, and families. 

My husband, Bob, and I have a daughter and a son. We also have a collie, Toula. I enjoy camping, hiking, and trying out new recipes. Our favorite family vacations and weekends combine all three of these activities. Our camping trips always involve a lot of cooking and eating! One of our favorite phrases is, "You could make this in a dutch oven!" I also love to read and am always looking for new authors to try out.