About Copper Creek

I'm thrilled to continue to serve as your Copper Creek Elementary School Principal! My journey with Copper Creek runs deep. I've had the privilege of serving this community as a Special Education Teacher, Third Grade Teacher, Reading Specialist, and Dean. My own children, now 19 and 24, also benefited from their time at Copper Creek, receiving a strong educational foundation. With over 30 years in education, my focus has always been on providing the best possible learning experience for every child. I believe in the power of collaboration, fostering strong relationships with parents, students, staff, and the community.

I'm excited to continue building upon our existing connections and create new ones. Feel free to reach out via email, stop by the office, or say hello around the community. Together, we can help our students reach their full potential.

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After I retired in 2018, I came to Copper Creek as a substitute and fell in love with the staff, students and parent community. The next school year will mark the sixth year of my “unretirement”, so I guess that I really LOVE Copper Creek! I want you to know that it is my absolute privilege to be entrusted with the medical care of your children during the school day.

I have been a registered nurse for 45 years. Prior to my career in school health, I was an emergency room, OB and psychiatric nurse. I have been in school health and public education for 38 years, 20 of which have been in Deer Valley. Although my school health experience has been in high school, middle and elementary schools, my favorite place is with the “littles” and I take your trust in their care very seriously.

More About Me Personally:

My husband Joe and I have been married for 45 years. We have two married children, three grandchildren and four grand dogs 😊 At school I am known by students as “Nurse Sara” but at home, it’s “Grammy” and at our house, it’s all about board games, the pool, baseball or football and our faith.

I’m also a travel bug who still has 5 states to go before I’ve been to all 50.  The only thing that I like better than taking a trip, is planning one! We camp, we cruise and we love a great road trip.

Hopefully, you know me a bit better now.  My door is always open to parents regarding questions or concerns about your child’s health, or just to say hello!

My email

  "As the new counselor at Copper Creek Elementary School, I look forward to partnering with you and your child this year. I will be working closely with our principal, Dean, school psychologist, and teachers to determine what needs are in the best interest of students.
   My background includes having taught high school English, ESL, and worked as a reading specialist. My counseling background was with high school, middle school and the Dept. of Juvenile Corrections. During my career I have continued to teach both critical reading and ESL classes for Phoenix College.
Some of the services offered this school year are small groups; individual counseling, school related issues, and lessons emphasizing personal and social awareness. While my role does not include discipline, I will assist with behavior strategies for positive outcomes.
I am happy to be part of Copper Creek’s team where we are dedicated to helping children succeed socially, emotionally, and academically."

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