Special Areas
Meet the Special Area Teachers
Mrs. Miller, Library
Educational Experiences:
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from University of Missouri-St. Louis
- Master of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies from Webster University
- Math Specialist Certificate from Washington University
- Library Media Specialist Certificate from Missouri Baptist University
- 24th year teaching in the Hazelwood School District
- 7th year at Lusher Elementary School
- 3rd year Library Media Specialist
- 2nd -4th Grade Classroom Teacher
- Math Interventionist
Favorite Quote: “I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed.
I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” —Michael Jordan
I'm inspired by... Children’s creative minds, their joy in simple things, and all their possibilities for the future. People who spread love and kindness to make this world a better and
brighter place for all of us. My family, who unconditionally love and support me.
Contact information: pmiller2@hazelwoodschools.org
Mrs. Pearce, ART
Favorite Quote: “[You are] a field of pure potentiality rather than something that is already defined.” ~ Eckhart Tolle
I'm inspired by... other creative individuals who are passionate about what they do, be that an artist, musician, fashion designer, florist, etc.
Contact information: dpearce@hazelwoodschools.org
Art Website: Art with Mrs. Pearce
Mrs. Hellert-Musick, Music
Favorite Quote: The only thing better than singing is more singing. - Ella Fitzgerald
I'm inspired by... KIND people who work hard to overcome obstacles to find success, and then move forward to help others find success too.
Contact information:
email: chelmusk@hazelwoodschools.org
voicemail: 314-953-3491
website: Mrs. Musick's Notes
Mr. Rico, P.E.
Masters in Education Administration
This is my 26th year teaching PE/Health. It is my 11th in the Hazelwood School District.
Favorite Quote: Be Somebody who makes Everybody feel like a Somebody.
I'm inspired by... I am inspired by my family. They bring me so much joy, and they inspire me to always try to be my better self Contact information: Email: rrico@hazelwoodschools.or
Voicemail: 314-954-0192
Ms. Paddock, P.E.
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