Kyle Ross
2nd Grade My name is Kyle Ross and I have been teaching here at Benzie Central for 21 years. Most of my time has been spent in 5th grade … Continued
School: Homestead Hills Elementary
Nichole Lamkey
3rd/4th grade My name is Nichole Lamkey and I am a fourth grade teacher at Homestead Hills Elementary. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree from Grand Valley State University. … Continued
Traci Kelly
Kindergarten My name is Traci Kelly and I am a Kindergarten teacher at Crystal Lake Elementary. I have been a teacher at Benzie Central since 2000. I grew up in … Continued
Lara Bishop
Administrative Assistant I am a lifelong resident and Benzie Central graduate. I have raised 4 children in the district and feel fortunate to work for our school district. My background … Continued
Steve Graetz
Principal Title IX Coordinator Talent Management Mr. Steve Graetz is the Principal at Homestead Hills Elementary. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at Spring Arbor University in 2001 … Continued
Sandy Magnan
Sandy Magnan Math Coach | Kindergarten - 8th Grade Mrs. Magnan joined the Betsie Valley family in January of 2014. She has taught 1st, 3rd and 4th grades, but is … Continued
Kathy McManus
Parapro Teacher Bio Resources website or other links mcmanusk@benzieschools.net
Barrie Kreiner
Assistant Director of Operations
Kim Gramzow
Kim Gramzow Early Literacy Specialist Kim received her Bachelors in Elementary Education from Central Michigan University and her Masters in Educational Technology from Grand Valley State University. She began … Continued
Amy Jass
4th I have Master’s Degree in Reading and Literacy from Central Michigan University with a Bacherlor’s degree from Valparaiso University. I have taught 1st-5th grades. I have been teaching … Continued
Jen Rosa
Jen Rosa Title One Mrs. Rosa has been teaching at Platte River since 2000. She has taught 6th grade, art, and is now at home in 2nd grade. After growing … Continued
