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Amber Johnston: JH/HS Secretary

"I'm a wife and a mom of very soon to be two. I worked for Mercy in pediatrics for 17 years, then made the big change for my family to move to the school system in the nurse's office. I absolutely love working in the school system, and this will now be my third year. I am so excited for this next challenge and to be at the school that I call home!"


Inna Dron: Secretary to the Superintendent/Bookkeeper

Inna Dron is kind and always working hard. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Southwest Baptist University. Aside from family and faith, her greatest passion is to serve others and grow where she is planted. Her hobbies include teaching choir, crafting, and baking.


Jennifer Gilkey: Cafeteria

"Hi! I have 4 children and 3 grandchildren. I've been married to Steve for 40 years. I'm excited to start my new journey!"


Ashley Mozley: K-12 Art Teacher

"My name is Ashley Mozley. I have been married to my husband Brandon for 23 years, and we have two children: Blake (who is a senior at Pitt State) and Andrew (who is going into 6th grade). I completed my undergrad at Missouri State University and obtained my teaching certificate and Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from Drury University. This will be my seventh year teaching, and I am very excited to join the Walnut Grove team! I believe that teaching and learning should be both educational and fun and that every day is a chance to spread kindness to others. An interesting fact about me is that I am a two-time cancer survivor."

Hannah Porter: K-12 Counselor

"My name is Hannah Porter, graduate and resident of Walnut Grove. I am married to my college sweetheart Austin and together we have two incredible daughters, Adalyn and Laynie. I am deeply passionate about investing in the lives of the youth and families I have the privilege to work with and I am looking forward to giving back to the community that shaped me into who I am today."


Cindy Twitchel: JH/HS Secretary Substitute

"Those of you who know me, know me as "Ma" because of my grandkids, the Kelley kids! You may not even know my real name, I am Cindy Twitchel of Walnut Grove. I am a retired secretary, and I am excited to be filling in until Amber Johnston is able to come back from maternity leave. She is an amazing and caring person and you will love her. I'm excited to meet all of you soon!"


Rob Wolff: 3rd Grade Teacher

"My name is Rob Wolff and I am so excited to be a 3rd grade teacher in Walnut Grove. Prior to coming to WG I was the elementary principal in Conway for the past 4 years. Before being a principal I was an elementary teacher for 25 years in Marshfield where I taught 4th, 2nd, and 5th grade. I can't think of a better way to spend my first year of retirement than being back in an elementary school. It is a dream come true."