Hiawatha Before/After - Meet Our Staff

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6/20/13

Mrs. Laurel Doherty (Program Director)

My name is Laurel and this is my 6th school year working for OKC and my 2nd year at Hiawatha. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology from Michigan State University and enjoy rooting for the Spartans, especially in hockey and football. My husband and I have a 2 year old named Anderson who keeps us very busy! My hours this school year are 7:30 AM - 9:15 AM and 3:00 PM - 5:45 PM daily.

Ms. Zoe Markaj (Assistant Director)

My name is Zoe and this is my 1st year with OKC. This year I have worked at both Bennett Woods and Hiawatha Elementary Schools. I am also working this summer! I currently attend Michigan State University and will be graduating in May with a degree in Social Sciences. I enjoy putting together puzzles and play sports with the kids. My hours this school year are 6:45 AM - 9:15 AM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM daily.

Ms. Jessica Sobel (Program Assistant)

My name is Jessica and this is my 3rd year working for OKC. I have previously worked at Bennett Woods as well as a summer with OKC's Summer Camp. I am a student at Michigan State working towards my degree in Elementary Education. My hours this school year are 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM Monday-Wednesday.

Mr. Nathan Harris (Program Assistant)

My name is Nathan and this is my 2nd year with OKC. I spent most of last year working at Club Kinawa or subbing in other OKC programs. In addition to working at Hiawatha I am also taking classes at Michigan State. My hours this school year are 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM Thursday & Friday.

Ms. Tequila LaGrove (Program Assistant)

My name is Tequila and this is my 1st year working for OKC. I am a student at Michigan State and am originally from Grand Rapids. One of my favorite games to play is Set! My hours this school year are 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM Tuesday-Thursday.

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Ms. Elizabeth Buckner (Program Assistant)

My name is Elizabeth and this is my 2nd year with OKC, last year I was a sub in the many OKC programs and am excited to be at Hiawatha this year! I am a student at Michigan State majoring in Special Education. My hours this school year are 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM Monday & Tuesday.