Teaching Staff
Media Center Asst.
e-mail: sbabb@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Bagin
has been teaching here since 1998. He has a Bachelors Degree in management
from
e-mail: jbagin@tricountyschools.com
click on her picture to view her website
Mrs. Baker has been teaching at TC since 1993.
She has a degree in English from Michigan State University and a Masters in
Secondary Education from Central Michigan University. Mrs. Baker is
currently teaching Composition, Gothic Literature and English I.
Go State!!!
e-mail: mbaker@tricountyschools.com
World History/Government
e-mail: ebarnard@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Bakhan has been at TCHS since 2000. Mrs. Bakhan is currently teaching with Mr. Bagin in World Geography as well as teaching Study Lab two periods a day. Mrs. Bakhan graduated from Grand Valley State University with a degree in Psychology and Special Education. She has a eleven year old son, who goes to Tri County Middle School, and a two-year old daughter.
e-mail: sbakhan@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Bossemeyer has been here since 2001. She graduated from Ferris State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Math and Science. She graduated from high school at Tri-County. She currently teaches Applied Math 1 and Geometry. Next year she will be teaching statistics also. She is completing her internship in school counseling through Western Michigan University.
e-mail: sbossemeyer@tricountyschools.com
Ms. Buckner has been teaching here since 1994. She graduated from Grand Valley State University and has a degree in Psychology with endorsements in special education, learning disabilities, emotional impairment, and mental impairment. Ms. Buckner is currently teaching World Studies Civics, English II. She is also involved in after school tutoring.
e-mail: mbuckner@tricountyschools.com
Drafting/Woods
e-mail: j
cain@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Chamberlin has been teaching at Tri County since 2004. She is a graduate of GRCC and GVSU where she majored in Spanish and minored in Biology. Currently she is working towards her masters in Education with a Biology emphasis and an additional language to teach. She directs Viking Volunteers, co-directs Theatre, and assistant coaches Odyssey of the Mind. In her free time she enjoys working out, kayaking, and nature walks especially in the spring when the spring peepers and spring flowers are out. She teaches Spanish I and has taught Biology.
e-mail: echamberlin@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Cook has been teaching here at Tri County since 1989. He is a graduate of Cedarville University in Ohio. He has a degree in Chemistry and Secondary Education, with minors in math, physics, and Religion. Mr. Cook currently teaches Physics, a college Chemistry course, and chemistry. He is also currently the director of a water quality testing program that is incorporated throughout the state of Michigan.
e-mail: rcook@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Daum is a graduate of Ferris State University and has been teaching at Tri County since the 2004-2005 school year. He currently splits his time between the English and Social Studies Departments. Mr. Daum is a co-adviser to Student Council, the JV Boys Basketball coach, and a co-coach for the Girls Golf Team.
e-mail: Hdaum@tricountyschools.com
Ms. Knox has been teaching here since 1996. She graduated from Grand Valley State University and has a Degree in English and Language Arts Literature. Ms. Knox is currently teaching Media Productions, Study Communications Skills, and the Yearbook Class.
e-mail: kknox@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Dummer has been teaching at Tri County since 1978. He graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelors Degree in English. He then moved on to the University of Michigan to get a Masters degree in English Language and Literature. Mr. Dummer has also earned a masters degree in Humanities from Central Michigan University. Mr. Dummer is currently teaching, Composition, World Literature, and English I.
e-mail: pdummer@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Ells has been teaching here since 2001. He graduated from Grand Valley State University with his teaching certificate in Biology and Earth Science and is currently working on his master’s degree. He also a bachelor’s degree in Industrial & Environmental Health Management from Ferris State University. Mr. Ells teaches Biology and Earth Science. Mr. Ells is the coach of the Tri County JV football team, the Power lifting coach and the assistant Varsity Baseball coach. He is also head’s up the Tri County Ski and Snowboarding Club. Mr. Ells is also a huge Michigan State fan and attends all the games.
e-mail: jells@tricountyschools.com
Math
e-mail: rfaber@tricountyschools.com
Science
e-mail: afeaster@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Fisher has been teaching at Tri County since 1978. He graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in Science and Mathematics. Mr. Fisher is currently teaching Algebra II, Pre-calculus, and also Driver’s Education.
e-mail: rfisher@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Kik has been here at Tri County since 1997. She graduated from Grand Valley State University and has a degree in Social Science. She is currently the career preparation coordinator. She is also working with Michigan Virtual High online programs, school to work, Drivers Ed 2, and coaches the boys and girls cross country.
She also teaches as well with her Sociology/Psychology class.e-mail: wkik@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Lutz-Krebill teaches sociology, psychology, practical economics, and world history. She graduated from CMU in 2001, and has a social studies major, as well as minors in history and psychology. She began teaching at Tri County in the fall of 2003 after completing two years of national service with AmeriCorps. She married her husband, Eric, in 2002, and delivered Ethan into the world in 2006. She also lives with a golden retriever named Reese and two chinchillas, Murphy and Hunter.
e-mail: slutzkrebill@tricountyschools.com
Social Work
e-mail: llynch@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Mercer began teaching at Tri County in 2004. He graduated from Aquinas College in 1988 with a BS Degree in Business Administration and obtained his Masters Degree in Education in 2003. Mr. Mercer and his wife Deb have 2 children, Malorie and Ben. Mr. Mercer enjoys coaching basketball, golfing, fishing, camping, hunting, and spending time with his family. He teaches Intro to Computer Applications, Computer Applications, and Website.
e-mail: jmercer@tricountyschools.com
(she's
the art teacher if that tells you anything)
Mrs. Nielsen has been teaching here since 1980. Mrs. Nielsen graduated from Western Michigan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Art and a Master’s Degree in Education. Mrs. Nielsen is currently teaching Art I, Drawing & Painting and Sculpture, Adv. Drawing & Painting and Sculpture, Portfolio.
e-mail: cnielsen@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Overbeek began teaching at TriCounty in 1994. He graduated from Aquinas College in 1994 with a BA degree in Political Science. Mr. Overbeek and his wife Mary have two daughters, Anna and Emma. He teaches physical education and mathematics. He also coaches varsity baseball and is an assistant with the girl's varsity basketball team.
e-mail: coverbeek@tricountyschools.com
Math
e-mail: bpaepke@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Patin has been teaching at Tri County since 2001. He graduated from Ferris State University with a Bachelor's degree in English Education and an Associate's degree in Journalism. He is also a 1994 Tri County graduate. Mr. Patin teaches American Literature and English III.
e-mail: rpatin@tricountyschools.com
Ms. Patin has been here since 2000. She graduated from Western Michigan University with a bachelors degree in Spanish. , and from Grand Valley with a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership. Mrs. Patin is the Spanish Club advisor, and has taken students on trips to Mexico and Spain. She enjoys attending TCHS athletic events, traveling, and spending time with her husband.
e-mail: spatin@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Polley has been teaching since 1977. Mr.
Polley graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor’s Degree
in Special Education. Mr. Polley has a Graduate’s Degree from
Eastern Michigan University in Special Education. Mr. Polley is now
teaching CI Math, CBVT and CBI classes.
e-mail: gpolley@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Porter graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor's degree in psychology. Mrs. Porter's has been since 1998. Mrs. Porter is currently teaching Special Education English, co-teaching Intro Science, as well a study lab.
e-mail: lporter@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Renner has been teaching here since 2001 after teaching at the middle school for three years. Mr. Renner has a bachelor's degree in Science and Biology from Ferris State University, and masters from Western Michigan University. He teaches Intro to Biology and Earth Science. Mr. Renner is the head coach for boys golf and varsity wrestling. Mr. Renner graduated from Tri County in 1991. Mr. Renner is married to Mrs. Renner and they have a son named Nicklaus.
e-mail: crenner@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Renner has been here since 2002. She graduated from Ferris State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Math and Science, and is currently completing her school counseling internship to finish a master's degree from Western Michigan University. She currently is a class advisor. Mrs. Renner is a graduate of Tri County. She is married to Mr. Renner, and have a son named Nicklaus.
e-mail: arenner@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Rodgers has been teaching here since 1979. Mrs. Rodgers graduated from CMU with degree’s in Home Economics and Sociology. Mrs. Rodgers is currently teaching Home Economics, Foods/Child Development, Interior Design and sewing.
e-mail: drodgers@tricountyschools.com
C.S.I /Government
e-mail: asims@tricountyschools.com
Ms. Smith has been teaching here since 1998. Ms. Smith graduated from Grand Valley State University with a degree in Psychology and Special Education. Ms. Smith is currently teaching English I and U.S. History. Ms. Smith is one of the freshman class advisors. Ms. Smith also coaches girls golf in the spring.
e-mail: ksmith@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Stewart graduated from Tri County High School in 2000, and has been teaching here for two and a half years. Mrs. Stewart received her Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education and Early Childhood Education from Aquinas in 2004. Mrs. Stewart is currently team teaching in the Math Department and one hour of freshmen Science. Mrs. Stewart is also one of the sophomore class advisors as well as one of the drama directors. Mrs. Stewart is also the Varsity Pom and Dance Team Coach.
email: kstewart@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Stilson graduated from Ferris State University with a BA in English. This is her second year of teaching, but her first at Tri County. She teaches English I, and Communications. She is married, and has two children.
email: astilson@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. VanZyll has been teaching here since 1995. Mrs. Vanzyll graduated from University of Michigan and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology. Mrs. Vanzyll also has a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Aquinas College and she received her Master’s in 2000 in Education Technology at Grand Valley State University. Mrs. VanZyll is currently teaching Health and Weight Training. Mrs. Vanzyll also has two beautiful children named Morgan and Macy.
e-mail: svanzyll@tricountyschools.com
This is Mr. Williams 1st year at TriCounty. He is a former Marine, has a BS from Central Michigan University in Biology and Earth Science and a masters degree from Western Michigan University in Science Education. He also holds a National Board Certification in Science. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three daughters.
Email: mwilliams@tricountyschools.com
Mrs. Williams has been teaching at Tri County since 1998. She taught 7th grade math at the Middle School for 8 years before she moved up to the High School. She has a bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University in Mathematics and Geography, along with a Master’s degree from Grand Valley State University in Educational Leadership. Mrs. Williams loves to spend time with her three children.
Email: rwilliams@tricountyschools.com
Mr. Wilson has been teaching here since 1985. Mr. Wilson graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Music. Mr. Wilson also has a Master’s Degree in Music from Central Michigan University. Mr. Wilson is the band director and choir director for the High School and also teaches beginning band at the Middle
School.
Mr. Zerlaut has been at Tri County since 2001. He graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor's degree in Social Studies and Computer Science and a Master's degree in Educational Leadership. Mr. Zerlaut is currently teaching World Geography and U.S. History. He also coaches the girls varsity basketball team.
e-mail: wzerlaut@tricountyschools.com