Golden Spike Elementary

"I love being with kids, and helping them achieve their goals." We are so excited to have Colleen Lambright as one of our 3rd grade teachers

"I have been teaching for 19 years, I am excited to start my 20th year at Golden Spike. I love helping kids learn and grow. When I am not at work I can be found reading, skiing, playing with my cats, cooking and spending time with my family." We are thankful to have Tifani Fisher as an early interventions classroom teacher.

"This is my first full year as a school counselor, but I was at Foothill elementary for the last little bit of the school year. In my spare time, I love playing music, being outdoors, hiking, doing yoga, and being with friends and family. I also am part of an improv comedy performing group called the Antics." Darci Davis will be one of our school counselors and we are lucky to have her!

Hello! My name is Dianna Serfustini and I am one of the school counselors at Golden Spike Elementary. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Utah in 2009 and I have spent most of my career helping at-risk children as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I love being a part of children's lives and helping them to reach their fullest potential.

"I have been a Speech Language Pathologist in BESD for 23 years. I enjoy quilting and camping with my family." Laura Wilkins is our Speech Language Pathologist and is amazing with students!

"I love teaching and learning languages. I want to help my students grow academically, thrive emotionally and blossom in moral development." Carol Colver will be joining our 3rd grade team as a DLI teacher. Welcome to the team Carol!

"I am finishing my last year in the school counseling program at USU. I love running, the outdoors, and spending time with my family" Ali Gerry will be a school counselor intern and we are lucky to have her.

It was great getting to see and meet all those that came to our Hotdog Hello tonight! If you weren’t able to make it, we look forward to seeing you soon. A special thanks to the Boys and Girls Club for all their support!

Mrs. Sadler is passionate about teaching and spending time getting to know her students. She is a mom to 3 boys and can't believe how lucky she is to have them. She loves all things Disney and music. She can't wait for the start of the school year. Our 5th grade team is so lucky to have Mrs. Sadler joining us!

“I love kids, and I love my job, it makes me happy everyday! I'm so thrilled to bring my knowledge to them, and so proud of the progress they made!” Our second grade team is lucky to have Grace Tang teaching DLI!

“Hi! My name is Morgan Florence and I am so excited to start teaching at Golden Spike! I always knew I wanted to be a teacher growing up and I love helping others!” Morgan will be joining our 4th grade team and the students are going to love her!

“I am super excited for this year and all the fun new adventures we will experience together! I live in Honeyville with my husband Craig and 4 kids. I have 3 older kids ages 20,19 and 18 and a 9 year old caboose.!! My favorite things to do is to go camping with my family, art, and read. I have had lots of teaching experience in the last 15 years including owning my own preschool, worked with teens that need a little extra support and have been a substitute teacher for all ages. 3 years ago I decided I loved being in the classroom so much that I wanted my own classroom. So, I went back to school and finished my teaching degree at Utah State University. I am excited to have my first permanent classroom here in at Golden Spike teaching the 4th grade.” We want to welcome Trisha Erickson to our 4th grade team! She is going to do great.

“This is my 20th year teaching and my seventh year with Chinese DLI. Math and U. S. History are the subjects I enjoy teaching the most, and fifth grade is my favorite place to be. I look forward to an exciting first year together at our new school!” Ann Jenkins is amazing and will be joining our 5th grade DLI team!

“I love first grade and I love teaching reading! I graduated from Weber State University and have taught Reading Recovery and reading interventions for many years. I enjoy hanging out with my husband and four children, listening to audio books and going on long walks. I like spring and summer when I can work in my garden and plant more flowers.” Our first grade team is lucky to have Kristina Harris!

If you need help with registration, please call Foothill Elementary at (435) 734-4916 or Mountain View at (435) 734-4926 to get help. There is no on-site support or building access at Golden Spike Elementary. You can also email shaylyn.ekins@besd.net. Thanks!

“I am a mom and wife and I love teaching! This will be my 8th year and I enjoy the challenge and new students each year brings to my classroom. I look forward to working with students and parents to create a successful year for all.” Jenna Sheets will be joining our first grade team and will do amazing!

Parents, We are in the final stages of assigning students to class lists. We will let you know when the assignments have been solidified so you can log into Passport and see who your child has for the upcoming school year. Kindergarten teachers will be completing the initial assessment starting on August 29 so stay tuned for sign-ups.

“This will be my third year teaching, and my second year teaching fourth graders. I enjoy spending time with my wife and two kids, and being in the outdoors.” We’d love to welcome Dallin Gittins to the 4th grade team!

“I got my bachelor degree in China, and master degree in Kennesaw State University in Atlanta, GA. I have been a teacher for several years, but just moved to Utah last year. I love being a teacher. I love to see how different students have such variety of weakness and strength. As a teacher, my goal is helping each student build their confidence while they are learning at school. Outside of school, I love to spend time with my family. I like hiking, reading, so many fun things.” Maggie Bai is one of our first grade duel language immersion teachers and we are so lucky to have her!

“I am a dedicated and passionate educator in Box Elder School District. I love to garden, read, paint and travel. My favorite thing in all the world is spending time with my precious family.” We’d love to welcome Michele Simpson as one of our first grade dual immersion teachers!