Student Support Team
Rachel Hall, Testing Coordinator
I have spent most of my life living in Cache Valley. I was born in Northern Idaho and lived just outside Glacier National Park in Montana when I was young. I still miss the trees and bald eagles, not so much the bitterly cold winters.
I have been working in elementary schools for the past 15 years. I have been at CCID since the very first year. I have worked as the Aide in 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade. I am thoroughly enjoying my new role working with kids from multiple grades.
I am curious and creative and love to craft, especially using odds and ends or leftovers and upcycling them. I enjoy reading aloud to kids. I love stickers and enjoy sharing them. I also have started to collect quotes. I find great joy in sharing positive, encouraging or funny words with people, especially when they need it. I live by these two mantras "See a need, Fill a need" and "Do your little bit of good where you are. It's those little bits of good put together that change the world."
I find great fulfillment working with children, helping them to learn and grow. It is so exciting when they make connections and their world expands.
Mr. Kent, Safety Specialist
I grew up in Davis County, Utah spending most of my time outside. I started working in Special Education classrooms shortly after graduating from high school. I work with all grades and all students and love helping them be successful at school.Tamra Neilson, Occupational Therapy Support
I was raised in North Carolina and appreciate every opportunity I have to get back to the green and the trees. I enjoy traveling, baking, hiking, and spending time with family & friends. I also like reading, organizing, cheering for the Carolina Hurricanes & Duke Blue Devils and exploring new places. I am happiest when walking on a beach with my husband or supporting my two awesome children in their lives.
I’ve always really liked the quote, “Every child is one caring adult away from being a success story.” I’m grateful for the opportunity to help provide that at CCID.
Kaylie Sipe, Support Staff
I am excited to be part of the CCID Special Education team again this year! I’ve been married to my husband for over 25 years, and we have one daughter, who is attending Southern Utah University. We also have a rescue dog named Mazie. I have been actively involved in the education field for over 25 years, including curriculum development and teaching people of all ages and abilities. I believe that every child has the potential to be successful and through hard work can accomplish anything.
I also teach adult and children art classes through the Cache Valley Center for the Arts as well as art classes for seniors that are funded by a Creative Aging grant through the Utah Division of Arts & Museums. I hold a Bachelor’s from San Francisco State University and a Master’s from the University of San Francisco. In my free time, I’m actively involved in the community and volunteer with nonprofits, especially those that serve our veterans and seniors. I also enjoy the outdoors, playing board games, and watching movies with my family.