new staffSpotlight

Mariah Topp
Mariah has a strong connection with the area, having grown up near Grace City. She came to us from West Fargo and is looking forward to helping create a positive school environment where all students feel supported and empowered to succeed. She enjoys travel & photography.
Mariah Topp - Dean of Students/504 Coordinator/JH Math
Annette Beattie
Annette has 28 years of Tech Ed Experience and is excited to take on the new role as Career Advisor. Annette's children went to GCC and still live in the community. She enjoys time with grandchildren, golf, & pickleball.
Annette Beattie - Career Advisor/Tech Ed Teacher
Curt Beattie
Curt has been a farmer and rancher for 40 years near Hannaford and is looking forward to a new career challenge, interacting with students, and sharing what he knows about agriculture & ranching. He enjoys playing with his grandkids and singing with the Troubadours.
Curt Beattie - Ag Education Teacher
Sadie Klingenberg
Sadie previously worked in early childhood special ed as a para and a teacher of the visually impaired. She finds working with young children meaningful and enjoys seeing the children learn and grow. She will be marrying Taylor in December & enjoys baking, sewing, & travel.
Sadie Klingenberg - Preschool Teacher
Jacob Waldo
Jacob has experience with jobs in several different industries. He sees working in the school has a positive change and looks forward to helping keep the school safe and and enjoyable place for students & staff. He enjoys fishing, time with his wife & dog, & houseplants.
Jacob Waldo - Head Custodian
Nancy Zimprich
Nancy has worked in childcare for about 30 years. She lives in Cooperstown with her husband Nic. She is looking forward to working in a school setting and seeing how much the children learn and change throughout the year. She enjoys the outdoors, shopping, movies, & family.
Nancy Zimprich - Preschool Paraprofessional
Zoey Zaun
Zoey has worked in Daycare for the past 5 years and began working as a para her senior year after completing certification classes. She is looking forward to building bonds with students as she works on goals to become a teacher. She enjoys time with friends & family.
Zoey Zaun - Paraprofessional