8th Grade Teaching Staff 

Mr. Saleh
Mr. Saleh became a teacher to teach what he has a passion for - Imagination. His favorite saying is: "Think before you think, before you think, before you think, before you think."  When he went to school his favorite subject was English and his best teacher was Mrs. Rooks because she recognized all her students' abilities and she encouraged her students to do their best.  Mr. Saleh did his graduate and undergraduate work at Wayne State University.  In his free time he enjoys creative writing.

Ms. Schulkey
Ms. Schulkey became a teacher to help students achieve their goals, both academically and socially. She often reminds her students to: "Treat others the way you want to be treated."  When she was a student, her favorite subject was Social Studies.  Her best teacher was Mr. Swaney because he always was willing to help her inside and outside the classroom.  He made her want to learn."  Ms. Schulkey received her undergraduate degree from Eastern Michigan University.  In her free time, she hangs out with her family and goes to the movies.

Ms. Knisley

Ms. Kopp
Ms. Kopp teaches 8th grade science. She became a teacher because she enjoys working with children.  Her favorite saying is: "There is no such thing is I can't."  Her favorite subject in school was physical education.  She had a PE teacher in elementary school who inspired her and taught her that she could do anything.  She received her undergraduate degree from Wayne State University.  In her free time, she enjoys sports, painting, and spending time with her husband and dog.

Ms. Klemetson
Ms. Klemetson enjoys working with children and helping them achieve their potential.  When she was a student her favorite subject was Language Arts and her best teacher was Mr. VanGrouw because he had high expectations along with a sense of humor.  Ms. Klemetson received her undergraduate degree from Central Michigan University.  Outside of school, she enjoys doing activities with her family.

Ms. Arning

Ms. Furkioti
Mr. Furkioti became a teacher so she could share the joy of learning.  Her students often hear her say this: "Do your best!"  Her favorite subject in school was English and her best teacher was Mrs. Guest because she made learning concrete and fun.  Ms. Furkioti graduated from Central Michigan University and from Wayne State University.  In her spare time, she likes refinishing furniture, shopping and spending time with her family.

Mr. Bennett
Mr. Bennett tells his students: "Knowledge is power."  Mr. Bennett did his undergraduate work at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and his graduate work at Eastern Michigan University.  Outside of school, he enjoys horseback riding and swimming.

Mr. Haddad
Mr. Haddad became a teacher because he enjoys working with kids.  His favorite saying is: "Hit the bricks."  His favorite subject in school was math and his best teacher was Mr. Mesikaen because he taught him to enjoy success  brought about by learning.  Mr. Haddad went to U of M for his undergraduate degree and to Wayne State University for his grad work.  In his spare time, he watches movies, plays golf and  tennis.

Ms. Abraham