Administration - Main Office

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Craig Bailey Craig Bailey Director of Financial Services, ECBOCES
Craig's Description

Craig joined East Central BOCES as their new Director of Financial Services May 24, 2019.  Prior to that, Craig worked 14 years as the Fiscal Director at Limon Child Development Center.  Craig was the Board President of East Central BOCES for almost 2 years as he is also the President of the Limon School Board.  He stepped down from the BOCES Board as he accepted this position.  Craig is an avid traveler.  He travels to National Parks and Monuments and has visited over 340 of the 421 US National Park Service sites.  He also enjoys traveling to Disney Parks and pretty much traveling anywhere.   In Limon, Craig is active with the Limon School Board, Limon Alumni Association, and several other community organizations.  

AB Allen Bell Shared Technology Coordinator, ECBOCES
Beverly Blagg Beverly Blagg Special Education Director, ECBOCES
Beverly's Description

I have worked for East Central BOCES since August 1991. I started working for East Central BOCES as a Family Resource Specialist and have moved into administration.  I am a Colorado Native graduating from Limon High School. I currently live in Strasburg, CO with my husband who works at the local electric company. We have three boys who all graduated from Strasburg School District. I love working at East Central BOCES and supporting the rural school districts in our administrative unit. 


LC Lorie Coonts Exec. Adminstrative Assistant, ECBOCES
ME Megan Eikleberry Director Of Federal Programs/Staff Development Coordinator, ECBOCES
TG Tracy Grimes Special Education Administrative Assistant, ECBOCES
Moira Hawks Moira Hawks Asst. SPED Director, ECBOCES
Moira's Description

I've worked for East Central BOCES since 1986.  I started with the BOCES as an Occupational Therapist and then moved into administrative responsibilities over the years. Working in our rural schools has been very rewarding.  I enjoy each day working in our schools because of the amazing students, passionate educators, engaged parents and other professional team members who truly want to work in rural schools.  I enjoy many hobbies like embroidery, sewing, photography, and spending time with grandchildren and family.  

Jarred Masterson Jarred Masterson Technology Director, ECBOCES
GM Gloria Mitchell Impact Team Coach, EC BOCES
Emma Richardson Emma Richardson Distance Learning Coordinator, ECBOCES
Emma's Description

Emma has been with ECBOCES for eleven years, managing the Distance Learning program.  She lives on a cattle ranch south of Pueblo with her husband, Mark.  Mark and Emma have five children and twelve grandchildren.  Emma loves spending time with her family, helping with the ranch and spending time in the mountains.  In her spare time, she is an avid photographer.  

Mitzi Swiatkowski Mitzi Swiatkowski Assistant Federal Programs Director/ELA Consultant, ECBOCES
Mitzi's Description

Mitzi has worked for East Central BOCES for eight years and has benefitted from EC BOCES programs to support students, teachers, administrators, and board members for more than 20 years.  She is a native of Deer Trail and lives in Burlington, where she and her husband Greg raised their three daughters.  She enjoys visiting National Parks and cheering on the Denver Broncos and Colorado Rockies with her family (although they are all Red Sox fans).

Jason Westfall Jason Westfall Executive Director, ECBOCES
Jason's Description

Spouse- Tana Westfall (married 8/8/1992)

Children- Sophie and Kirby (cats)

Hometown- Helena, Montana

Alma mater- The University of Montana (Missoula) 1998 BA- History/Secondary Ed; University of Phoenix MAEd. 2004- Administration and Supervision

Military Service- U.S. Marine Corps (1989-1993: Operation Desert Schield and Desert Storm); Montana Army National Guard (1994-1999)

Education Work- Elbert County School District C-2 (Kiowa) 1999-2006 and 2011-2017; Elizabeth Middle School 2006-2011; East central BOCES 2018-Present


LW Lisa Winters Media/Courier - 23, ECBOCES

Administration - Special Education

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Beverly Blagg Beverly Blagg Special Education Director, ECBOCES
Beverly's Description

I have worked for East Central BOCES since August 1991. I started working for East Central BOCES as a Family Resource Specialist and have moved into administration.  I am a Colorado Native graduating from Limon High School. I currently live in Strasburg, CO with my husband who works at the local electric company. We have three boys who all graduated from Strasburg School District. I love working at East Central BOCES and supporting the rural school districts in our administrative unit. 


Moira Hawks Moira Hawks Asst. SPED Director, ECBOCES
Moira's Description

I've worked for East Central BOCES since 1986.  I started with the BOCES as an Occupational Therapist and then moved into administrative responsibilities over the years. Working in our rural schools has been very rewarding.  I enjoy each day working in our schools because of the amazing students, passionate educators, engaged parents and other professional team members who truly want to work in rural schools.  I enjoy many hobbies like embroidery, sewing, photography, and spending time with grandchildren and family.  

Nicole Kollath Nicole Kollath Assistant SpEd Director/SpEd Coordinator, ECBOCES
Nicole's Description

I was born and raised in Limon - a true Limon Badger, I truly bleed black & white :)  I live in Limon with my husband, Chris and my two kids.  My FAVORITE thing to do is watch my kids in ALL their activities.  They keep us busy with sports, band, and all the fun   Baseball/Softball is probably my favorite!  We have many of our extended family members that also live in Limon or close to us - so we enjoy spending as much time with them as possible.

I enjoy any Christmas Hallmark movie - from the months of October to December.  I enjoy cooking, baking, reading all kinds of books, and following my very busy kids around to all their events.  I even enjoy a fun concert here and there.   

I have worked as a School Psychologist for the BOCES, and am now a Special Education Coordinator.  I have worked with the BOCES since 2004, and have enjoyed learning so much, and working with some of the BEST people ever.  I am always willing to help anyone seeking support.     

Leah Price Leah Price SPED Coordinator/School Psychologist, ECBOCES
Leah's Description

I've worked for the BOCES since 2003.  I am a school psychologist and special education coordinator.  Prior to working for the BOCES I was a special education teacher and a PE teacher.

Working in rural Colorado is very rewarding. I enjoy the connections in the schools not only with student, teachers and administrators but also the parents.   Having these relationships allows for a stronger partnership for supporting students.

My hobbies include gardening/plants, healthy living, cooking and self development.  I am a life long learner and enjoy new information and new experiences to keep me motivated.

Alternative Licensure

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
JB Jeanne Boice-Wiley SPED Alt. Licensure Coordinator, ECBOCES


TW Traci Weisensee Alternative Licensure Coordinator, ECBOCES

Audiology

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
AC Amanda Clark Audiologist, ECBOCES
SK Stacey Kolb Audiologist, ECBOCES
BO Beth O'Brien Audiologist, ECBOCES
Beth's Description

I have been a certified, practicing audiologist for more than 30 years. I have worked in a hospital Audiology Clinic, a non-profit speech/language and learning clinic, case management &  professional advocacy services for individuals with developmental disabilities, private practice, and the schools during the course of my career. I am passionate about understanding the neuroscience of learning and have specialized for many years in auditory and language processing disorders. I have a private practice where I complete diagnostic evaluations for individuals with auditory and language processing concerns as well as providing interventions and therapy for these disorders. I also love to teach others about neuroscience and the brain and have worked with more than 60 preschools, childcare centers and private schools to train their staff members so they are better prepared to support the learning needs of children.

Autism

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Leah Price Leah Price SPED Coordinator/School Psychologist, ECBOCES
Leah's Description

I've worked for the BOCES since 2003.  I am a school psychologist and special education coordinator.  Prior to working for the BOCES I was a special education teacher and a PE teacher.

Working in rural Colorado is very rewarding. I enjoy the connections in the schools not only with student, teachers and administrators but also the parents.   Having these relationships allows for a stronger partnership for supporting students.

My hobbies include gardening/plants, healthy living, cooking and self development.  I am a life long learner and enjoy new information and new experiences to keep me motivated.

Child Find

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Stacey Brown Stacey Brown ECSE/Sped Coordinator, ECBOCES

Crisis Prevention and Intervention

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Callie Burgess Callie Burgess Occupational Therapist, ECBOCES
JoDee Ellis JoDee Ellis SLPA, ECBOCES
Kyle Pocock Kyle Pocock Family Resource Specialist, ECBOCES

Deaf and Hard of Hearing

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description

Early Childhood

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Stacey Brown Stacey Brown ECSE/Sped Coordinator, ECBOCES
Madison Copeland Madison Copeland Early Childhood Specialist, ECBOCES
Bethany Jaques Bethany Jaques Early Childhood Specialist, ECBOCES

English Language Acquisition

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Leah Price Leah Price SPED Coordinator/School Psychologist, ECBOCES
Leah's Description

I've worked for the BOCES since 2003.  I am a school psychologist and special education coordinator.  Prior to working for the BOCES I was a special education teacher and a PE teacher.

Working in rural Colorado is very rewarding. I enjoy the connections in the schools not only with student, teachers and administrators but also the parents.   Having these relationships allows for a stronger partnership for supporting students.

My hobbies include gardening/plants, healthy living, cooking and self development.  I am a life long learner and enjoy new information and new experiences to keep me motivated.

Mitzi Swiatkowski Mitzi Swiatkowski Assistant Federal Programs Director/ELA Consultant, ECBOCES
Mitzi's Description

Mitzi has worked for East Central BOCES for eight years and has benefitted from EC BOCES programs to support students, teachers, administrators, and board members for more than 20 years.  She is a native of Deer Trail and lives in Burlington, where she and her husband Greg raised their three daughters.  She enjoys visiting National Parks and cheering on the Denver Broncos and Colorado Rockies with her family (although they are all Red Sox fans).

Family Resource Specialist

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Breanna Davis Breanna Davis Family Resources, ECBOCES
CD Callie Dolan Family Resource Specialist, ECBOCES
JH Jennifer Hassell Family Resource Specialist, ECBOCES
LM Lauren McCaffrey Family Resource Specialist, ECBOCES
Kyle Pocock Kyle Pocock Family Resource Specialist, ECBOCES
MS Mitzi Smith Family Resouce Specialist, ECBOCES

Federal Programs

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
ME Megan Eikleberry Director Of Federal Programs/Staff Development Coordinator, ECBOCES
Mitzi Swiatkowski Mitzi Swiatkowski Assistant Federal Programs Director/ELA Consultant, ECBOCES
Mitzi's Description

Mitzi has worked for East Central BOCES for eight years and has benefitted from EC BOCES programs to support students, teachers, administrators, and board members for more than 20 years.  She is a native of Deer Trail and lives in Burlington, where she and her husband Greg raised their three daughters.  She enjoys visiting National Parks and cheering on the Denver Broncos and Colorado Rockies with her family (although they are all Red Sox fans).

Gifted and Talented

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Jodi Church Jodi Church G/T Regional Coordinator, ECBOCES
Jodi's Description

This will be my ninth year at ECBOCES, serving the member districts as Gifted Education Consultant/Gifted Coordinator. Previously, I taught at the elementary level in Byers and Bennett. I live in Bennett with my husband and we have three young adult kids. I grew up on a ranch in Wyoming and appreciate rural life. Outside of work, I love to hike in the mountains, knit, hang out with my two dogs, and count the days until my kids come home from college. 

Impact Teams

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
ME Megan Eikleberry Director Of Federal Programs/Staff Development Coordinator, ECBOCES
GM Gloria Mitchell Impact Team Coach, EC BOCES

Occupational Therapy

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
CB Caitlyn Bandy Occupational Therapist, ECBOCES
SB Stefanie Bennett OT, ECBOCES
Callie Burgess Callie Burgess Occupational Therapist, ECBOCES
BL Briana Lorenzini Occupational Therapist, ECBOCES
MS Mohd Sammoor OT - purchased, ECBOCES
Louise Wamsley Louise Wamsley COTA, ECBOCES

I have been a COTA/L for over twenty years working in pediatrics.  I enjoy spending time with my husband, children and grandchildren, reading, making pottery and camping. 

Professional Development

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
ME Megan Eikleberry Director Of Federal Programs/Staff Development Coordinator, ECBOCES
GM Gloria Mitchell Impact Team Coach, EC BOCES

Psychologist

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Megan Bashioum Megan Bashioum School Psych, ECBOCES
Megan's Description

Hi! I'm from southwestern Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh (go Steelers!). I grew up in a very rural school district, similar to some of the districts we serve. I'm a University of Pittsburgh (BS) and PennWest University (MS, EdS) alum. I love being an ECBOCES school psychologist!

My kids are my mini goldendoodle, Ollie, and very large house cat, Remy.  My fiancé, Nathan, and I grew up together and have been together since high school.  In our free time we love to hike, enjoy live music, and explore Colorado!

KB Kara Bradford School Psych, ECBOCES
Nicole Kollath Nicole Kollath Assistant SpEd Director/SpEd Coordinator, ECBOCES
Nicole's Description

I was born and raised in Limon - a true Limon Badger, I truly bleed black & white :)  I live in Limon with my husband, Chris and my two kids.  My FAVORITE thing to do is watch my kids in ALL their activities.  They keep us busy with sports, band, and all the fun   Baseball/Softball is probably my favorite!  We have many of our extended family members that also live in Limon or close to us - so we enjoy spending as much time with them as possible.

I enjoy any Christmas Hallmark movie - from the months of October to December.  I enjoy cooking, baking, reading all kinds of books, and following my very busy kids around to all their events.  I even enjoy a fun concert here and there.   

I have worked as a School Psychologist for the BOCES, and am now a Special Education Coordinator.  I have worked with the BOCES since 2004, and have enjoyed learning so much, and working with some of the BEST people ever.  I am always willing to help anyone seeking support.     

Leah Price Leah Price SPED Coordinator/School Psychologist, ECBOCES
Leah's Description

I've worked for the BOCES since 2003.  I am a school psychologist and special education coordinator.  Prior to working for the BOCES I was a special education teacher and a PE teacher.

Working in rural Colorado is very rewarding. I enjoy the connections in the schools not only with student, teachers and administrators but also the parents.   Having these relationships allows for a stronger partnership for supporting students.

My hobbies include gardening/plants, healthy living, cooking and self development.  I am a life long learner and enjoy new information and new experiences to keep me motivated.

AT Andrea TorresValle School Psychologist, ECBOCES

Speech and Language

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
AA Alyssa Ardman SLP, ECBOCES
TB Torrey Bailey SLP, ECBOCES
Cathy Berndt, MS CCC-SLP Cathy Berndt Speech Language Pathologist, ECBOCES


KB Kristen Buchanan SLP, ECBOCES
LC Lacey Carter SLP, ECBOCES
KC Kim Cortes SLP, ECBOCES
JoDee Ellis JoDee Ellis SLPA, ECBOCES
IG Iliana Gonzalez SLP (Exit 24), ECBOCES
MG Mari Gottlieb SLP, ECBOCES

Speech Language Pathologist

Karla Hemphill Karla Hemphill Speech Language Pathologist, ECBOCES
Alex Hinkhouse Alex Hinkhouse Speech Language Pathologist, ECBOCES
Alex's Description

I'm Alex! This is my 8th year at BOCES as a Speech Language Pathologist on the east end. I've lived in eastern Colorado all of my life and love being in the same town as all of my family. We have lots of fun with game nights! I also have a cute little dog named Macy :)

MI Michelle Ibarra SLP, ECBOCES
LM Laurel Mendoza SLP, ECBOCES
Tambria Miller Tambria Miller SLP-A, ECBOCES
Tambria's Description

Tambria loves her job as a speech assistant and considers the interactions with “her” kids the best part of everyday.  When not working, Tambria likes to travel to Chicago to visit her daughter, spending time with her animals (including horses, chickens, cats, and a dog), and soaking up the quiet country life with her husband Scott.  She lives in Calhan, Colorado.

JN Joanne Niederhoff SLP-A, ECBOCES
MP Meghan Parson SLP, ECBOCES

Speech Language Pathologist

KP Kahlee Penny Speech Language Pathologist, ECBOCES

I live in Burlington, Colorado. I have been an SLP on the east end for 6 years.  I received my Bachelor's and Master's degrees at the University of Nebraska-Kearney. I am married to a farmer/rancher and we have two boys. 

JR Jonathan Robbins SLP-A, ECBOCES
RT Robin Talbert Speech Language Pathologist, ECBOCES
Jennifer Torkelson Jennifer Torkelson SLP-A, ECBOCES
Jennifer's Description

I have been a Speech Pathologist Assistant with Boces since 2011. I have been married for  5 years and live in Commerce City. My 17 yr. old step daughter is a senior this year, my 3 yr. old son is heading to part time prek, and my 4 month old son will be going to daycare! I love traveling, going to concerts, hiking when I can and hope to start playing golf this year.  

GW Gail Wellman Speech Language Pathologist, ECBOCES
Gail's Description

I have worked for the E.C. BOCES since fall of 2016 (plus one year in 06/07) as a Speech-language Pathologist.  I live in St. Francis, Kansas where I grew up. I moved back here in 2016 to be near my mom and our cropland.  I previously lived in the Denver, CO area for 30 years and worked for Jefferson County Public Schools for 15 years.  I have two cats (Lionel and Tommy) and help care for my mom's small dog (Frankie a girl).  I have enjoyed being back in NW Kansas connecting with old friends, and working in Eastern Colorado.  I enjoy the rural open scenery when driving to my various assignments.  I still enjoy spending time in the Denver area when I am able.  

SWAAAC

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Stacey Brown Stacey Brown ECSE/Sped Coordinator, ECBOCES
Callie Burgess Callie Burgess Occupational Therapist, ECBOCES
BL Briana Lorenzini Occupational Therapist, ECBOCES

Technology

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
AB Allen Bell Shared Technology Coordinator, ECBOCES
SK Sandy Kane Shared Tech Contractor, ECBOCES
Jarred Masterson Jarred Masterson Technology Director, ECBOCES
Emma Richardson Emma Richardson Distance Learning Coordinator, ECBOCES
Emma's Description

Emma has been with ECBOCES for eleven years, managing the Distance Learning program.  She lives on a cattle ranch south of Pueblo with her husband, Mark.  Mark and Emma have five children and twelve grandchildren.  Emma loves spending time with her family, helping with the ranch and spending time in the mountains.  In her spare time, she is an avid photographer.  

Transition

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
Nicole Kollath Nicole Kollath Assistant SpEd Director/SpEd Coordinator, ECBOCES
Nicole's Description

I was born and raised in Limon - a true Limon Badger, I truly bleed black & white :)  I live in Limon with my husband, Chris and my two kids.  My FAVORITE thing to do is watch my kids in ALL their activities.  They keep us busy with sports, band, and all the fun   Baseball/Softball is probably my favorite!  We have many of our extended family members that also live in Limon or close to us - so we enjoy spending as much time with them as possible.

I enjoy any Christmas Hallmark movie - from the months of October to December.  I enjoy cooking, baking, reading all kinds of books, and following my very busy kids around to all their events.  I even enjoy a fun concert here and there.   

I have worked as a School Psychologist for the BOCES, and am now a Special Education Coordinator.  I have worked with the BOCES since 2004, and have enjoyed learning so much, and working with some of the BEST people ever.  I am always willing to help anyone seeking support.     

Visually Impaired

First name / Surname Contact Department & Institution Description
SM Samantha Morris TVI, ECBOCES