The School Improvement Advisory Committee (SIAC) is an advisory group made up of representatives from the community as well as the Waukee Community School District. Its purpose is to enhance the relationship between the District and the community, provide an avenue to get information, and identify educational concerns from a different perspective. Additionally, the committee can help assess District needs and set educational goals.
SIAC monitors and analyzes assessment data that address reading, mathematics, and science achievement progress. The committee makes recommendations to the School Board on major educational needs, student learning goals, long-range goals, and harassment and bullying initiatives.
SIAC Meeting Dates and Times
All SIAC meetings are held at the Waukee Innovation and Learning Center on the dates below. The meetings begin at 6 p.m.
May 15, 2024
Agenda:
- School Safety
- Bullying and Harassment
- 5-Year Special Education Plan
- Progress Toward 2023-24 Goals
Review Meeting Presentation
Jan. 18, 2024 – CANCELED
Due to the weather, this meeting was canceled. Many of the topics will be discussed in May.
Agenda:
- School Safety
- Legislative Update
- District Career and Academic Plan (DCAP) & Career Exploration
Nov. 1, 2023
Agenda:
- SIAC Overview/Purpose
- Bond Referendum
- High Reliability Schools (HRS) Level 2
- Building/District Goals
Review Meeting Presentation
2023-24 SIAC Representatives
Brookview Elementary
Parents:
- Tina Anderson
- Kristen Condon
- Andrea Lawrence
Staff:
- Natalie Frank – 4th grade
- Jodi Simons – Counselor
- Stephanie Angelino – Principal
- Derek Barnhouse – Assistant Principal
Eason Elementary
Parents:
- Micki Henderson
- Cherian Koshy
- Nikki Opsal
Staff:
- Kim Harkness – 3rd grade
- Mandy Esser – 4th grade
- Clint Prohaska – Principal
- Trisha Casler – Assistant Principal
Grant Ragan Elementary
Parents:
- Devon Minard
- Pavan Silpa
- Brooke Wille
Staff:
- Chris Berry – ESL
- Kathy Slade – Special Education
- Tandem Eischeid – 4th Grade
- Matt Robie – Principal
- John Owens – Assistant Principal
Maple Grove Elementary
Parents:
- Brandon Gray
- Jessica Pak
- Laura Triveri
Staff:
- Megan Davis – 2nd grade
- Maddie DeMarco – 4th grade
- Graham Jones – Principal
- Jordyn Dunlay – Assistant Principal
Radiant Elementary
Parents:
- Jennifer Eckerman
- Megan McAtte
- Kristie Reynolds
- Jefferey Spivey
- Sarah Towns
Staff:
- Emily Jamison – 5th grade
- Christina Lienemann – Special Ed
- Eric Petterson, PE
- Katelyn Moe – 3rd grade
- Allison Salow – Principal
- Meghan Price – Assistant Principal
Shuler Elementary
Parents:
- Karen Barnes
- Kelly Giltner
- Natalie Maughan
Staff:
- Meghan Oldham – ESL
- Amanda Newland – 2nd grade
- Julia Roegiers – Reading
- Joel Fey – Principal
- Arlicia Shaw – Assistant Principal
Sugar Creek Elementary
Parents:
- Kerri Grace
- Cy Phillips
- Drew Strube
- Jaci Strube
Staff:
- Alissa Beisner – 4th Grade
- Megan McCarthy – Special Education
- Laura Butcher – 2nd Grade
- Liz Griesel – Principal
- Meghan Price – Assistant Principal
Vince Meyer Learning Center
Parents:
- Melinda Allison
- David Marin
- Mark Meier
- Ashlee Sharp
Staff:
- Mindy Abendroth – Preschool
- Emily Krakau – Preschool
- Lyndsay Mount – Asst Director of Student Services
Walnut Hills Elementary
Parents:
- Craig Grundmeier
- Lauren Grundmeier
- Derek and Sarah Hoy
- Chisom and Nafissatou Egbuonye
- Lindsey Woodward
Staff:
- Meggan Jones – 3rd grade
- Janae Mohs – 1st grade
- Elizabeth (Lizzie) Sander – 3rd grade
- Doug Barry – Principal
- Arlicia Shaw – Assistant Principal
Waukee Elementary
Parents:
- Hillari Cooney
- Loren Gonzalez
- Kaba Kayembe
- Lyndsay Korte
- Nate Warner
Staff:
- Emily Lagomarcino – 2nd grade
- Cara Ford – 4th grade
- Nicole Johnson – Principal
- Katie Ferguson – Assistant Principal
Woodland Hills Elementary
Parents:
- Gretta Cutler
- Grant Fjetland
- Jason Taylor
Staff:
- Chris Fitch – Kindergarten
- Liz Weil – 2nd grade
- Scott Shumaker – Principal
- Jordyn Dunlay – Assistant Principal
Waukee Middle School
Parents:
- Courtney DeLuca
- Jessica Rieper
- Erin Shearer
Staff:
- Trudy Vande Kamp – Counselor
- Susan Anderson – Principal
- Travis Busby – Assistant Principal
South Middle School
Parents:
- Ethan Dix
- Keith Mercer
- Jody Nielson
- Elizabeth Olson
Staff:
- Kathy Jacobson – Special Education
- Rachel Matlock – Special Education
- Joe Spiess – Principal
- Clay Young – Assistant Principal
Prairieview School
Parents:
- Michelle Cummins Townsend
- Sara Flynn
- Brad Pline
- Lezlie Mestdagh
- Carrie Schoenebaum
- Ayesha Sonoiki
Staff:
- Collin Daniels – Math
- Mark Stallman – Principal
- Kevin Tow – Assistant Principal
Timberline School
Parents:
- Elizabeth Ariano
- Sarah Infante
- Lelahni Plasier
- Jill Smith
- Deidre N. Williams
Staff:
- Benjamin Overman – Science
- Frank Lee – Principal
- Kevin Schulte – Assistant Principal
Trailridge School
Parents:
- Becky Fitzgerald
- Erica McGowan
- Blake Overton
- Sonja Sorrel
Staff:
- Kinzee Bryte – Counselor
- Adam Shockey – Principal
- Caleb Hales – Assistant Principal
Northwest High School
Parents:
- Mindy Carmichael
- Christiana Rau
- Brad Reiland
- Jill Swanson
- Jamie Van Horn
- Finley Habgood (student)
Staff:
- Karla St. John
- Nick Ross – Principal
- Kim Tierney – Associate Principal
- Michelle Hill – Director, WBL
Waukee High School
Parents:
- Cody Crigger
- Londa Crigger
- Maryum Khan
- Sue Portz
- Poppy Saville
- Abby Smull
Staff:
- Julia Emley, Spanish
- Taylor Luther, Special Education
- Cary Justmann – Principal
- Judi Roland – Associate Principal
- Michelle Hill – Director, WBL
District Office
- Brad Buck, Superintendent
Terry Hurlburt, Associate Superintendent
Brady Fleming, Associate Superintendent
Roxy Livermore, Executive Director of Human Resources
Kirk Johnson, Cheif Operating Officer
Kandi Hensel, Director of Student Services
Stacie DeHaan, Director of Instructional Services
Ali Locker, Director of Teaching and Learning
Charlie Folsom, Director of Teaching and Learning
Kayla Choate, Executive Director of Communications
Lindsay Law – Director of Student Equity and Inclusion
