Tyler Langston Monday night was sworn in as the newest member of the Tonkawa Board of Education, office two.He won a runoff election vs. Casey Boland Tuesday, April 5, by a vote of 243-150. Langston replaces Cara Beth Johnson who was defeated for re-election.Casey McAninch was re-elected president of the board with Jerry Hook replacing Johnson as vice president. Nancy Appleman was re-elected clerk.Grade School Principal Kelly Martin resigned, but has elected to stay on as a kindergarten teacher. Her replacement was also hired Monday night. It will be ShaClair Garcia, who has been serving as school counselor and assistant administrator.One other teacher -- fourth grade instructor Alison Caughlin -- also resigned.Three other teacher hirings were approved by the board Monday night -- Julie Levings to teach fourth grade; Kayla Hohman to teach fifth grade; and Jay Garrison to teach midhi science.Resignation LettersDear Mrs. Simpson and Tonkawa School BoardI am writing to notify you of my decision to resign from my position as Tonkawa Elementary School principal. I have enjoyed the years I have served as principal but my heart is in teaching. In the past year, my time has been spent dealing with paperwork, discipline and parent issues. I miss the interaction and teaching of students. I would like to go back into the classroom teaching kindergarten. I love Tonkawa Public Schools and would like to finish my career as a Buccaneer. I will be available to help the new principal with any needs they have. I would like to thank Mrs. Simpson for hiring me and putting her faith in me. I appreciate all the support from faculty and staff, community and parents. Tonkawa Public Schools is a great place to work.Sincerely,Kelly MartinDear Kelly,It is with great regret that I have to inform you of my resignation from the Tonkawa School District, effective April 1st. It has been one of the greatest joys in my life to work with such incredible teachers and students at Tonkawa Elementary. It has been an honor to serve the families and students in this community. My fourth grade students have made a lasting impact on my life as an individual and educator and I am grateful for my time as their teacher.My best wishes are with the staff, faculty, and students of Tonkawa Elementary as they finish out their school year.Respectfully,Alison C. CaughlinIn other action, the board:-- Approved encumbrances totalling $221,645.83 with ...
