We held our annual New Educators Breakfast, where new Eastern Carver County School District teachers and professionals are introduced, welcomed and honored. It's an event we look forward to each year.
A scrumptious breakfast of omeletes, hash browns, fruit and pastries was provided by the District's Nutritional Services Department.
For the third year, entertainment was provided by the very talented Brielle Christianson.
President Celi Haga served as emcee of the event.
Rotary member Gretchen Oppriecht shared her personal Rotary journey, sharing what the organization means to her.
Dr. Erin Rathke, Superintendent, introduced some fo the new administrative employees.
- Celi Haga and Nate Manaen provided microphones to the principals, and they identified their new staff and teachers.
- A unique experience for attendees was provided by the principal of La Academia, Gretchen Kleinsasser, as she gave her introductions in Spanish. Her point was to demonstrate the experience of the kindergarten students on their first day at the Spanish immersion school.
- Another notable point – The principal of Chaska Middle School West, Erin Swoboda, shared her memory of the 2004 Rotary Breakfast where she was introduced by her principal – Rotarian Sheryl Hough. (left)
- Our 2025 Teacher of the Year, Kayla Anderson, provided non-stop movement and wit keeping the attention of educators and Rotarians as she shared key points to remember: “Be Yourself” and “Find Your Joy.” Her impromptu handstand demonstrated both! In the past year, her performance also impressed the 4th grade students and staff at Clover Ridge Elementary.
Five lucky new educators won Target gift cards and each table was adorned with school supplies that all the new educators were encouraged to take with them to their classrooms.
Announcements
No announcements this week, due to our special event.
No international moment due to our special event.
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