Mrs. Lori Salfen salfen@arcohe.net
Welcome from the Principal
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Mrs. Susan Abellan abellan@arcohe.net
I was born and raised in Michigan. I came to visit sunny California one February day and after 20+ years, I am still here. I received my Bachelor’s Degree from CSU Sonoma in Business Administration. I have a Multiple Subject, K – 12 teaching credential and a Special Education teaching credential, which I received from CSUS. This is my second year teaching Special Education students at Arcohe. I am married, have 2 sons who previously attended Arcohe and now attend Galt High School. I am a local resident and love working here in my hometown and having a five-minute commute. I hope to be here for many more years to come.
Mrs. Susan Applegate applegate@arcohe.net
Mrs. Jeri Barnes barnes@arcohe.net
I have been teaching at Arcohe School since 2000 where I have taught 3rd, 5th, 8th and special education. I received my degree at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and my teaching credential at National University in Sacramento. I am a proud Herald resident where I live with my husband and daughter. My family and I have lived in this great little town for 21 years now and I love teaching in a small community where you can really get to know your students and their families!
Mrs. Meg Bates bates@arcohe.net
This is my Thirteenth year teaching at Arcohe. I have taught 4th, 5th, and 6th grades as well as Title I. I received my education at Sacramento State University. I was born and raised in the mountain community of Bishop, CA and have lived all over the state. I have been a member of the Herald community for over 20 years. My family consists of my husband and two sons (both of whom attended Arcohe from K-8th grade!). We now live on a small ranch locally where we enjoy our horses, cattle and the country life.
Mrs. Annette Benedict benedict@arcohe.net
This is my 10th year at Arcohe School. I have a MS in Education and also hold a Special Education teaching credential. I have taught both third and fourth grades. I reside in Galt with my husband, Sean, and my two children, Taylor and Liam.
Ms. Wendy Chevrier chevrier@arcohe.net
Ms. Chevrier's Class Web Site Mrs. Ginger Edwards edwards@arcohe.net
Mrs. Peggy Frizzell frizzell@arcohe.net
This is my sixth year at Arcohe School. I began my teaching career at Arcohe. While working here, I have earned a Master’s Degree and completed requirements for a Clear Credential as well as a CLAD certificate. Along with those professional developments, my husband and I have welcomed our first child during my years at Arcohe! Our daughter will be 2 in November, joining two rambunctious dogs and a grouchy, old cat to make up the Frizzell “kids”!
Mrs. Tracy Garvey garvey@arcohe.net
Ms. Maggie Goss goss@arcohe.net
This is my 7th year at Arcohe, my 13th in the teaching profession. I have a bachelors degrees in French, History, and English; as well as a masters in Education. I recently earned the CLAD credential from CSUS.
Although I have taught a variety of grade levels, I find great joy in teaching children to read. I have lived in 6 states and 2 foreign countries. This rather nomadic life style (and the fact that my two grown children live in distant states) has spawned a real love of travel.
Mrs. Randa Gregorio gregorio@arcohe.net
This is my 7th year teaching at Arcohe school. After spending 6 years teaching 6th grade I am now teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math & reading. This will also be my 4th year acting as the advisor for the Arcohe Student Council. Every year brings new challenges and excitement at Arcohe, but one thing never changes and that is the wonderful support given by the community of Herald/Wilton/Galt that makes teaching at Arcohe GREAT!
Mrs. Melissa Herrera herrera@arcohe.net
Mrs. Sarah Lowery
I graduated from California State University, Sacramento with a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal studies in May 2006. Then I did my student teaching in the San Juan Unified Elementary School District, at Carmichael Elementary. In December 2006 I received my Teaching Credential. Then I got my job here at Arcohe and I am thrilled!!
This is my first real teaching experience, besides substitute teaching, which I have done a lot. I may be new to teaching, but I’m not new to Arcohe. I went to school at Arcohe in 7th and 8th grade, before the East Campus. I fell in love with it then and I’m happy to be back now.
I am also newly married to a wonderful man who delivers coffee for Alhambra Spring Water. We live in our lovely apartment in Elk Grove and we are so excited to be starting our lives together.
I can’t wait for a super year!!
Mrs. Leslie Myers myers@arcohe.net
I am a special education teacher instructing students in grades 4,5,and 6. I am also a new mother of a beautiful daughter. Being a new mother, I have gained a new perspective on teaching. I know that it is important to treat all students as I would want my daughter treated at school. Teaching is a very rewarding career. I also enjoy singing, dancing, and entertaining friends.
Mrs. Susan Peterson peterson@arcohe.net
Mrs. Carol Reller creller@scoe.net
I graduated from Sacramento State University with my Masters in Speech/Language Pathology. I then worked in the Elk Grove District for 16 years. My first 11 years was spent teaching in a special day classroom for children with severe disorders of language. I then became the itinerant speech and language specialist for 5 years. The opportunity arose for me to become the speech and language specialist at Arcohe. This was appealing because I live in this community and I have had my 3 children attending Arcohe for the past 10 years. I am excited to be here, and enjoy working with our special education population.
Mrs. Jenise Satoshige satoshige@arcohe.net
Hi! I’m Jenise Satoshige and I am teaching the 1st and 2nd grade combination class this year. I am a graduate of California State University, Sacramento and I did my student teaching in the Elk Grove Unified School District. This is my 17th year at Arcohe. It has been my pleasure to know and work with the many teachers and families that have come through Arcohe. Seeing my former students is a lot of fun. I enjoy working with the elementary students because they have a lot of enthusiasm for learning and say the cutest things that make me smile each day. I have two children of my own. Lauren is a third grader and Sean is in kindergarten. My husband Wayne and I love to spend our time with them.
Mrs. Candace Sauter sauter@arcohe.net
Ms. Shari Schubert schubert@arcohe.net
Born in Rockford, Ill. Went to school in Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota and of course, California. Bachelor of Science in Consumer Food Science, UC Davis. Taught 4th-8th grade students only at Arcohe. Loves math, science and computer applications. Has always been a school girl!
On September 15, 2005, I became the proud grandmother of darling Rikki Lee, and on March 15, 2007, my adorable grandson, Jesse David (future
linebacker) was born. They are my two favorite people in the whole wide world.Mrs. Paula Selby selby@arcohe.net
Originally from North Dakota, I moved to California and grew up in Sacramento. After graduating high school, I got married, had my daughters, and wised up and went to college. I graduated from CSUS, and recently completed my 17th year of teaching. In 2007 I returned to school to further my education in the field of mathematics. In my not so spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, and our three springer spaniels. During the last year and a half I've been doing triathlon training and encourage students to say no to "High Fructose Corn Syrup!!!"
Mr. Casey Vandenburg vandenburg@arcohe.net
Mrs. Debbie Valenzona valenzona@arcohe.net
I have been teaching at Arcohe School for 17 years. In addition I teach English as a Second Language class at American River College. I have taught the 3rd, 5th and 6th grades at Arcohe during my stay. I live in Elk Grove and have two children. I have 2 BA degrees in English and Liberal Studies. I received my MA degree in 2003 from CSUS, Sacramento.
Mrs. Wendy Walker walker@arcohe.net
Teaching was not my first career, I worked as a chef for some time and changed directions in 1998. I received my special education credential and Masters of Education with honors from the University of the Pacific. My family has grown since I started working at Arcohe in 2000. My husband, son Cyrus, Steve the dog, Posha and Persephone our Siamese cats keep me very busy in Elk Grove. I am interested in drawing, reading, dancing and yoga. I look forward to having a magical school year!
Ms. Moira Warmerdam warmerdam@arcohe.net
Ms. Donna Wood wood@arcohe.net
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