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Jim Kazanski
Principal
kazanskj@friscoisd.org
469-633-6801

KazMy name is Jim Kazanski and I am the principal of the KEYS program. I've been an administrator for 12 years with Frisco and Plano ISD's. Prior to that, I worked for 16 years as a teacher, coach, and athletic coordinator. I earned a bachelor's degree from Michigan State University, and a master's degree from TWU. My wife Kathy serves as principal at Ashley Elementary in FISD. Two of our three boys are college graduates and one is a Junior at Texas A&M.

Susie Chaisson
Secretary
chaisss@friscoisd.org
469-633-6806

SusieMy name is Susie Chaisson and I have worked in FISD for 16 year, all of those here at the Acker Complex. I have been married to Roland for 25 years and we have two children; both attended FISD schools from kindergarted through 12th grade, and graduated from Frisco High School. Kyle is now an Irving police officer and Kori attends Collin College.
Lisa Vernon
Intervention Facilitator
vernonl@friscoisd.org
469-633-6859

LisaMy name is Lisa Vernon.  I am a school social worker with Frisco ISD in the KEYS program. I have been a social worker and advocate for families for the past (18) years.  My family and I moved to Frisco from Champaign, Illinois. I attended the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and earned my B.A. in Psychology and Masters in Social Work.   My husband and I have been married 16 wonderful years, have (4) wonderful children:  Ronnie, Keonte, Jeren, and Landen.  We also owned and operated a dance studio for children and families called Protégé Dance Conservatory.

Vickie Ryan
Teacher
ryanv@friscoisd.org
469-633-6818
Vickie Shortly after graduating from Texas Tech in 1981, I began my teaching career in Richardson, Texas. 
After 15 years in Richardson, I moved to Frisco, and worked at Rogers Elementary before coming to the KEYS program.  I have taught 4th, 5th, and 6th grades. I have 2 children ages 25 and 23. My son was recently married, and is also teaching and coaching in Frisco ISD.   My husband, Dave, and I like to  travel,  and enjoy watching our daughter play college softball.
Valerie Nguyen
Teacher
petrov@friscoisd.org
469-633-6819
valerieHello!!  My name is Valerie Nguyen. As you can see, my last name has changed. I married my high school sweetheart, Steve Nguyen, this past summer. I am so excited about starting my fifth year at KEYS. I grew up in Carrolton, Texas and graduated from University of Texas at Dallas in December, 2004. I love learning and trying new things. When I am away from school, I love spending time with my family, my husband, and friends.
Sue Stafford
Teacher
staffors@friscoisd.org
469-633-6857
SueMy name is Sue Stafford. I teach middle school English and Social Studies. I began teaching in Frisco in 1979. I enjoy teaching and watching kids play sports. My children are also teachers. I love spending time with my family---especially my four grandchildren.
Mary Reck
Teacher
reckm@friscoisd.org
469-633-6816

MaryMy name is Mary Reck. I grew up in the bootheel of Missouri; Caruthersville, Missouri. I attended college in Indiana. After graduating from Purdue University, I worked for Control Data Corporation, a computer manufacturer. Later, I earned a teaching certificate from UTD in Richardson, Texas. Prior to coming to Frisco in 2005, I taught in Plano ISD.

Emily Vega
Teacher
vegae@friscoisd.org
469-633-6854
EmilyMy name is Emily Vega. I am beginning my seventh year as a teacher and my third year in Frisco. I graduated from Texas A&M University-Commerce in 2003. I am now pursuing my counseling degree. I have been married to my husband Chris for four years. I enjoy reading, shopping, playing golf and spending time with my family and friends. I am looking forward to a great school year at KEYS.
Les Baker
Teacher
bakerl@friscoisd.org
469-633-6817
LesHi, I'm Les Baker and I teach Science and P.E.. This is my second year at KEYS and I am looking forward to working with the wonderful staff we have here. I was born in Ohio and have lived in Texas for the last 29 years, with a brief visit of five years in Las Vegas. I have been married to a wonderful lady, Kathy, for the last 8 years. I have a son who graduated from Ohio State University and now works in New Mexico. I have taught science for 13 years.I enjoy college sports, working out, and music.
Heather McGowan
Teacher
mcgowanh@friscoisd.org
469-633-6814
HeatherMy name is Heather McGowan. I am a native Texan. I graduated from Plano Senior High School and received a Bachelors of Business Administration degree from Texas A&M University. I worked for a consulting firm for 5 years before going back to school for my teaching certification. I realized that helping children was truly my passion. I received my certification in Math and Special Education. I have taught middle school for the past 5 years in both McKinney and Frisco and am currently the Special Education teacher in the KEYS program. I am currently pursuing my graduate degree in School Counseling. My husband Sean and I have two children, Grant, who is 4 years old, and Gage, who was born this past July. I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, attending sporting events, listening to music, going to dinner, and shopping!
Amy Martinez
Teacher
rubiog@friscoisd.org
469-633-6821

AmyMy name is Amy Martinez and I am extremely excited to be part of the new academic program here at Acker. I am originally from Colleyville, Texas and recieved my degree in Education from Oklahoma State University. I married my best friend Brandon three years ago and then we moved the wonderful city of Frisco. For the past three years I have taught 8th grade reading at Staley Middle School, and I am currently pursuing a master's degree in Library Science from TWU. In my free time, I love to be outside, read, run, and spend time with my family.

Judy Turbeville
Teacher
turbevij@friscoisd.org.
469-633-6820
JudyI graduated from North Texas State University, which is now University of North Texas, with a Bachelor of Science. I have been with the Gainesville ISD the past 15 years where I taught 5th and 6th grade Computer Science. I have three children, all of whom are married and have blessed me with 7 grandchildren. My daughter is a 2nd grade teacher at Corbell Elementary School here in Frisco. I enjoy hiking, travel, and spending time with my family.

Jeana Williams
Teaching Asst.

williamsj@friscoisd.org

469-633-6806

JeanaI was born and raised in Irving, Texas. This will be my sixteenth year as a teaching assistant, the last eight here in Frisco. I enjoy reading, walking, water sports, and going to the beach. My husband Ken and I have one son, Andy. He is in the United States Navy and we are very proud of him.

Susanne Fife
Nurse

fifes@friscoisd.org

469-633-6808

Suzanne I am the nurse for the Head Start, KEYS, SOC, and Child Development programs. I have been an RN since 1977. I am married to Randy and have two children, Landon and Haley, and one step child, Ryan. I have been at Acker since 1997.

Kim Jacobs

Teacher

jacobski@friscoisd.org

469-633-6814


KimMy name is Kim Jacobs. I was born in Ohio and graduated from Bowling Green State University with a degree in Elementary and Special Education. My husband, David, and I made Texas our home in 1988. We lived in Las Colinas for 18 years and moved to Frisco 2 years ago. We have 2 daughters attending high school in Frisco. last year, I enjoyed working as a substitute teacher in FISD, and this year I look forward to working with the students and staff at KEYS. I enjoy spending time with my family, skiing, horseback riding, reading and cooking.

David Russell
SRO

russelld@friscoisd.org

469-633-6815