This is place where we will be highlighting the amazing faculty and staff of Walker Station Elementary. We hope this is a fun way to get to know everyone a little better!
When is your birthday? September 25th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 2nd Grade Math and Science
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 16th year
What is your favorite book? Where the Crawdads Sing By Delia Owens
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite part of being a Stallion is all of the traditions that we have at Walker Station like all the Choir programs and the Senior Walk. I also love all of my 2nd grade team.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? Something other might not know about me is that I love to ride with my husband on the motorcycle and that I have my motorcycle license.
What is your favorite quote or advice? There is a place for everything and everything has a place.
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love to clean and organize spaces.
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When is your birthday? February 21
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? SAILS (Succeeding in Academic and Independent Life Skills)
How long have you been at WSE? First year at WSE!
What is your favorite book? To Kill a Mockingbird
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? I'm excited to make memories at WSE this year! Everyone is so kind, helpful, and all around awesome!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I have worn hearing aids since I was 5 years old. I know what it feels like to be seen as an "other" and I'm looking forward to ensuring that my students always feel included!
What is your favorite quote or advice? "You never fly as the crow flies...get used to a country mile."
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love playing board games and card games. We play at least one game a day in my house. It's a great way to decompress from the day, have great conversations, and just enjoy playing!
When is your birthday? August 17
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Special Education (Resource and Inclusion)
How long have you been at WSE? I have been working as a teacher for the past 33 years. 2023-24 will be my 22nd year at WSE.
What is your favorite book? Robert Frost's collection of poems.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? The achievements that my students make at WSE, however small they may be.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I have taught high school and middle school English in the past.
What is your favorite quote or advice? Make the most of today.
What are your talents and/or hobbies? Reading, cooking, listening to music, watching movies, painting.
When is your birthday? September 16th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 2nd Grade Team Leader ELA & SS
How long have you been at WSE? 8 years
What is your favorite book? The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite memory of WSE is when my own babies went there. I absolutely loved bringing my babies to work with me each day. My best advice for parents is to enjoy every second and be involved because time goes by so fast.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I LOVE to decorate for parties and make baskets! I also tutor at my home! I am the PTO President at Austin High School and I love to volunteer at Chase and Carleigh's school.
What is your favorite quote or advice? "The world needs who you were meant to be" ~ Joanna Gaines
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I use to surf and was number 1 in Texas for five years!
I LOVE playing Bingo! I also love to be involved and always help!
When is your birthday? December 7th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? PE Para for Coach Trevino
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 2nd year at WSE and am loving it!
What is your favorite book? Anything by Katherine Center, Kristin Hannah, Kate Quinn and Taylor Jenkins Reid
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? We did a speed round of finding things in common with the each of the 5th graders in one class. I loved getting to know them better and getting some one on one time. I also thoroughly enjoy getting to know each of the littles in Pre-K!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I am the proud mom of 2 teenage boys. My oldest was born in Houston.
When he was 8 months old, we moved to Doha, Qatar. We lived there for 5.5 years and I had my 2nd son. Then we moved to Anchorage, Alaska where we lived for 5 years. We have been back in Houston for the last 6 years. My oldest is graduating from High School this year. Very proud and excited for him!
What is your favorite quote or advice? Everything I am is made up of the actions I take. I can have the best of intentions but without the actions to back it up, it means nothing.
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love watching and playing soccer. I love music. I love to dance and sing. I enjoying reading, shopping, swimming and hanging with my family.
When is your birthday? August 29th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Literacy Intervention Teacher
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 8th year!
What is your favorite book? I have so many! "Sideway Stories from Wayside School" is a children's chapter book that always makes me laugh.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? I love so many things about being a WSE Stallion, but my favorite is how caring and respectful the staff, children, and parents are to me.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I love to travel! My husband, my daughter, and I have been to all 50 states and have been to 8 different countries.
What is your favorite quote or advice? "Collect moments, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show."
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love traveling with my family, photography, painting, creating Shutterfly online scrapbooks, and reading.
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When is your birthday? March 26th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 3rd Grade ELA/ Social Studies
How long have you been at WSE? This will be my first year at Walker Station!
What is your favorite book? Verity by Colleen Hoover
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? Even though this is my first year teaching at Walker Station, I have made many memories already in this wonderful place! I went to school here at WSE, and absolutely loved every single second of it. I am so excited to be coming back to a place that feels just like home. My favorite part about being a Stallion as a teacher now, is to be able to give back to a school that has done so much for me as a growing learner.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I am a retired Division 1 athlete!
What is your favorite quote or advice? "Don't count the days, make the days count"
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I enjoy singing and working out!
When is your birthday? October 2nd
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? School Nurse
How long have you been at WSE? This will be my first year.
What is your favorite book? The Poisonwood Bible
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? Being new this year and joining an amazing group of leaders.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I am a big Belieber!
What is your favorite quote or advice? 1Corinthians 13:4-8
What are your talents and/or hobbies? Reading, dancing, mountain bike riding.
When is your birthday? April 24
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Kindergarten Teacher
How long have you been at WSE? This is my first year teaching at WSE
What is your favorite book? The Most Magnificent Thing by Ashley Spires
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite memory at WSE was getting to student teach with Mrs. Pringle and Mrs. Gleitz. Everyone was so welcoming and made me feel apart of the Stallion Family.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I enjoy off-shore fishing with my uncle and friends. I have 2 dogs, Huxley and Maizy. I cheered for 18 years and won 3 collegiate national championships.
What is your favorite quote or advice? Everything Happens For A Reason
What are your talents and/or hobbies? Hobbies: working out, playing with my dogs, hanging out with my family
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When is your birthday? January 19th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Early Childhood Special Education- 3 year olds (ECSE-3)
How long have you been at WSE? This will be my first year at WSE
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? I am looking forward to working at WSE
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? Hello there! My name is Diana, I'm originally from Puebla, Mexico. I have a beautiful family with my husband Adrian, and my three kids, Santiago (9), Sebastian (7), and Iliana (3). We also have a rescued dog, her name is Leah. My favorite thing to do is spending time with family. Our hobby is having movie nights and traveling when possible.
I'm certified in Bilingual Education and Special Education from EC-6. This is my third year as an ECSE teacher. I enjoy working with young students and I love to share and celebrate with them achieving independence and reaching their individual goals.
What is your favorite quote or advice? My two favorite quotes are:
"Keep your face always toward the sunshine, and shadows will fall behind you"- Walt Whitman
"There are no secrets to success. It is a result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure."- General Colin Powell
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love to travel and spend time with my family.
When is your birthday? May 28th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Kindergarten
How long have you been at WSE? First year! But I did student teacher with Mrs. Hall in second grade!
What is your favorite book? My favorite kids book is The Giving Tree. I also like the Book Gone Girl.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite memory about walker station was when I was student teaching. I loved doing the online pickups and see all the kids in person. My favorite memory from this year being a kindergarten teacher was the first day of school!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? Something others may not know about me is that both my parents are teachers in Fort bend. My mom is also a kindergarten teacher. I love going to the beach (even when its too cold) and I love spending time with my family.
What is your favorite quote or advice? Treat people they way you want to be treated!
What are your talents and/or hobbies? A hobby I have is that I love to craft. I have started making wreaths for every season of the year!
When is your birthday? January 3rd
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? STEM Outclass
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 3rd year!
What is your favorite book? The Harry Potter series
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite part about being a WSE Stallion is when I see the students and staff happy! It very much feels like a close family!
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love to play/watch sports and play board games!
When is your birthday? September 17
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? K-5 ELA Resource Teacher
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 2nd year!
What is your favorite book? My favorite book is Freak The Mighty. My 7th grade Reading Teacher introduced it to me. This is the book that made me fall in love with reading.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? I made so many awesome memories last year. I love how WSE staff participate in spirit days and celebrations. It makes me feel like a kid again, and I can't help but leave with a smile on my face that day.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I love to spend family time with my 3 kids. We do lots of outdoors activities such as hiking, camping, and fishing. I've been an avid fisherwoman since I was little.
What is your favorite quote or advice? Creativity is intelligence having fun.
-Albert Einstein
To me this quote is a great reminder that everyone is intelligent because everyone is creative in their own way.
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love to write. I am the author of 6 children's books.
When is your birthday? August 31st
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? I am a 4th grade ELA/Social Studies teacher.
How long have you been at WSE? I have been teaching at WSE for 8 years.
What is your favorite book? This is a seriously hard question to start with! I am a huge fan of anything written by Dan Brown, since he mixes history in with action and mystery. I also am a huge fan of the Harry Potter series, with the Goblet of Fire being my favorite.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? One of my favorite memories that I have as a teacher has to be when I decided to teach narrative writing by giving my students a common story to write about. I remember asking our principal at the time, Dr. Fridge, to come by my room at a certain time during the day, and laid out my plan to her. Later in the afternoon, a few minutes before the principal's "surprise" visit, I stopped the class and told them that I was tired of teaching for the day, so we just needed to party.We went all out. I turned on a mini-disco ball, flipped off the light, put on some music, and we started dancing in the middle of the room. Right on time, Dr. Fridge walked in with a totally shocked expression on her face and pulled me out of class to "have a word". I stepped out and the kids were totally silent trying to hear what she was telling me; they were sure that I was in big trouble! When I came back into the room and revealed it was all a setup, the kids thought it was hilarious, and we had a great topic to write about.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I live for boba tea and Kung Fu Tea is the best place ever!
What is your favorite quote or advice? "Happiness is not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort." - Franklin D. Roosevelt
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I am a reader and a storyteller, both of which I try to pass on to my students. I love to travel to different parts of the world, and once things get back to normal, I am looking forward to traveling again. Photography is also an interest of mine, and I am working on learning more about photo and video editing. I also like to draw as well, and enjoy going to art shows and festivals to see what people are creating!
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When is your birthday? July 5th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 2nd Grade ELA
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 17th year teaching at WSE!
What is your favorite book? Love You Forever- it makes me cry every time I read it.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite memory about being a part of WSE is the comradery and family-like feeling you get just by being here. The people here are amazing! There was one year they had the teachers perform a dance on stage. I am very stage shy and this made me step out of my comfort zone and do something I normally wouldn't do, but because it was for the kids and with my team, it was actually a lot of fun!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I mainly speak Mandarin Chinese at home to my kids and my husband is learning along with them!
What is your favorite quote or advice? If you hit a wall, PAINT it! ;)
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I enjoy crafting, drawing, painting, sewing, and anything creative! I also love taking pictures of my daughter, Emily & adding them to her Instagram account @mimumamu2020.
When is your birthday? May 7th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Fantastic Firsties
How long have you been at WSE? 3 years
What is your favorite book? The alchemist, The Paper Bag Princess
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? First Grade Polar Express Day, Book Character Parade, 20th Anniversary Celebration and Parade.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I have run a full marathon and six half marathons!
What is your favorite quote or advice? "You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." - Winnie the Pooh. "The best thing about being a teacher is that it matters. The hardest thing about being a teacher is that it matters every day."- Todd Whitaker
What are your talents and/or hobbies? gardening, running, shopping, napping, organizing
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When is your birthday? April 28
How long have you been at WSE? 4 years
What is your favorite book? The Notebook
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? WSE is one of a kind. It is truly a family.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I volunteer outside of school for my church and in scouting.
What is your favorite quote or advice? We keep moving forward—opening up new doors and doing new things—because we're curious. And curiosity keeps leading us down new paths. - Walt Disney
What are your talents and/or hobbies? Girl Scouts & Boy Scouts; camping
When is your birthday? August 7th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Pre-K Aide
How long have you been at WSE? 2 years
What is your favorite book? Their Eyes were Watching God
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite part about being a WSE Stallion is being a part of a family that appreciates me.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I come from a big family so I love noise and interacting with others.
What is your favorite quote or advice? My favorite advice is you only have one life to live so make the best of it and be true to yourself.
What are your talents and/or hobbies? My favorite advice is you only have one life to live so make the best of it and be true to yourself.
When is your birthday? November 1st
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Pre-K Teacher
How long have you been at WSE? The 2020-2021 school year will be my 3rd year at WSE!
What is your favorite book? Peter Rabbit
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite memories at WSE are the great musical performances!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? In my spare time, I enjoy trying new recipes and traveling. I also have enjoyed gardening with my family this summer!
What is your favorite quote or advice? "If you can dream it, you can do it." -Walt Disney
Try something new!
What are your talents and/or hobbies? Crafting! If I see it, I will try my best to recreate it.
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When is your birthday? October 11th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 5th Grade ELA & Social Studies
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 3rd year at WSE.
What is your favorite book? Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? I have had so many amazing memories and love being a WSE Stallion, but one of my favorites is when I received recognition before the Holiday Sing-A-Long my first year at WSE by Mrs. Kargbo. I was shocked to begin with, but then I saw my family walking towards me greeting me with smiles and hugs. They were then able to come to my classroom with my kiddos and enjoy a little bit of time during our holiday party. This is a memory I hold near and dear to my heart!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I absolutely LOVE to rollerblade!
What is your favorite quote or advice? Having confidence in ourselves is huge in my books. No matter what comes our way, I always like to tell kiddos and really anyone, "You've got this!" and "I believe in you". Such simple, but encouraging messages can make a worlds difference. I love the way a face light ups when they know I am on their side and am rooting for them.
What are your talents and/or hobbies? Anything outdoors, but especially fishing and gardening.
When is your birthday? May 13th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Kindergarten
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 2nd year at WSE.
What is your favorite book? I love to read Inspirational Books. My favorite is Becoming by Michelle Obama.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite Stallion memory was getting to know all of my sweet little kinder students. They had such vibrant, lovable personalities. We all learned about each other's family, culture, likes and dislikes. Those students will always hold a special place in my heart as my first class at WSE.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? Even though I have an outgoing personality, I am a homebody. I love to stay home, relax and enjoy my family.
What is your favorite quote or advice? You Are Amazing Just the Way You Are!
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love to bake and try new foods. Coloring relaxes me. LOL
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When is your birthday? November 24
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 4th grade/ Math & Science
How long have you been at WSE? This will be my 2nd year at WSE.
What is your favorite book? Anything financial. My second passion is learning about personal finance. Nerdy I know!
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? There are so many wonderful memories I have had from my one year at WSE Stallion. If I had to choose one, it would be Field Day 2020. This was the last day I had with my students before we started online learning. It was the best way to spend our time together.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I come from a large family. I am the youngest of 7 children! We are all very close and talk almost daily.
What is your favorite quote or advice? I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love to workout and lift weights. I also love numbers and am a budgeting queen! :)
When is your birthday? April 22
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Library
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 3rd year at WSE
What is your favorite book? Impossible to pick one! But some from the top of my list would be Maniac Magee by Jerry Spinelli, Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson, and Anansi and the Moss-Covered Rock by Eric Kimmel. My favorite authors are Andrew Clements, Eve Bunting and Robert Munsch.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite thing about being a WSE Stallion is how we take care of each other. My favorite thing we do is the "Circle of Love." It never fails to make me so thankful that God led me here.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I listen to a very wide variety of music. Some of it might surprise you. I like to listen to it loud in my ears (or in my office) when I'm working alone in the library!
What is your favorite quote or advice? "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others more significant than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests but also to the interests of others."
Philippians 2:3-4
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love to sew though I don't have much time for it nowadays. I love antiques! I love to decorate! And of course, I love to READ!
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When is your birthday? June 27
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 5th grade Math and Science
How long have you been at WSE? This is my 2nd year at WSE
What is your favorite book? The Harry Potter series, Number the Stars, and Mr. Panda.
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? I enjoy being part of a school that works so well together as a team. I've gotten to work with the best team!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? In October, my husband and I will welcome our first child. We are from Corpus Christi and moved here last summer.
What is your favorite quote or advice? Learn as you go.
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I enjoy being outside with my family. We enjoy playing with our 2 dogs, going to the beach, fishing, hunting, and traveling.
When is your birthday? April 30th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Music (all grades)
How long have you been at WSE? This will be my 4th school year at WSE!
What is your favorite book? “Walk Two Moons” by Sharon Creech
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? I love how close knit we are, like a family. WSE has so many wonderful traditions, especially in music!!!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I actually went to Walker Station for a bit when I was in elementary school.
What is your favorite quote or advice? “Beautiful girl, you can do hard things. You already have.” -Katherine Wolf
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love cooking and baking. Trying new recipes gives me so much joy. I love repurposing furniture! I love to read - I always keep a book near me.
I love listening to podcasts and audio books. I love musicals!
When is your birthday? April 4th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? Kindergarten
How long have you been at WSE? It is my first year at WSE!
What is your favorite book? The whole Harry Potter series
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? Working with our awesome team and wonderful kiddos!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I love spooky stories. If you've got one to share, I'm all ears!
What is your favorite quote or advice? “In a world where you can be anything, be kind.”
What are your talents and/or hobbies? Some of my hobbies are reading, painting, henna art and crafting with my kids.
When is your birthday? March 26th
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 4th Grade Math/Science
How long have you been at WSE? This will be my second year!
What is your favorite book? Kingdom Keepers series by Ridley Pearson
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite part about being a WSE Stallion is the bonds and memories I have created with coworkers, students, parents, and so many more. Everyone welcomed me and helped me during my first year and I am so thankful. I cannot wait for another fantastic year!
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I am a competitive bowler. I have been bowling since I was 3 years old. I was a State Champion in high school and captain of the University of Houston team in college. Now, I am in a league and still travel to compete around the country.
What is your favorite quote or advice? “Around here, however, we don’t look backwards for very long. We keep moving forward, opening up new doors and doing new things… and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.” –Walt Disney
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love baking, crafting, bowling, and spending time with my family and friends. I love everything Disney!
When is your birthday? April 1st
What is the grade level/subject/position you have at WSE? 1st Grade
How long have you been at WSE? This will be my fourth year!
What is your favorite book? Oh The Places You'll Go
What is your favorite memory/your favorite part about being a WSE Stallion? My favorite part of being a WSE stallion is being apart of the awesome first grade team and making memories with my kiddos! My favorite memory at WSE is when we celebrated Polar Express Day in first grade. Being able to bring the North Pole to our hallway and seeing the kids look around in wonder is something I will never forget.
What is something others might not know about you or what would you like them to know? I love anything to do with Disney!
What is your favorite quote or advice? Bloom where you are planted.
What are your talents and/or hobbies? I love to get lost in a good book!
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