![page background](https://cdn.smore.com/_fr/pencils.a69018e0.jpg)
Meet Our Staff!
Mike Sauers, Principal
Lucy Morehouse, Administrative Assistant I
I am new to Capitol Hill, Portland, and Administrative work! Prior to the big move, I worked with students with special needs for over 15 years in Seattle Public Schools. I have a Masters in Teaching and am passionate about creating accessible and welcoming settings. My favorite things are gardening, thrifting, organizing, and relaxing with my husband and kitty cat.
Kristin King, Administrative Assistant II
Cindi Swingen, MTSS Coach
I am so happy to be a part of Capitol Hill's wonderful community! After 35 years as a teacher, assistant principal, and principal, I thought I was ready to retire; but I realized I wasn't quite done spending time in schools. I have always loved teachers, students, and students' families - being an educator is my life's calling. I have two children and one grandson, who is four. In my spare time I like skiing, playing racquetball, reading, cooking, and hanging out with friends and family making music and playing games. I am filled with gratitude for being given the opportunity to serve the children and teachers at Capitol Hill!
Nicole Marienburg, Instructional Coach
Jeremy Schlott, Social Worker
Dan Zelazek, Counselor
Ceyriss Caron, Kindergarten
Sandra Herder, Kindergarten
I was born & raised on Oahu & came to Oregon to attend the University of Portland. This is my second year teaching at Capitol Hill, but I have worked for almost 25 years in other PPS schools. I spent 5 years at the Oregon coast teaching in beautiful Garibaldi. I love teaching in the primary grade levels; the little ones just warm my heart & make me laugh.
My favorite things in life are my husband, family, my dachshund Bucky Roo-Roo, bright sunshine, pecan pies, pumpkin pies, creamy fettuccine, happy people, and good vibes. If I had a few wishes, I would love to have a big, red barn on a farm full of animals that need homes: cats, dogs, chickens, donkeys, cows, pigs. I would love a fast metabolism to continue to enjoy all of the "ono" or scrumptious foods listed above!
Meghan Connelly, Kindergarten
Allyson Casey, 1st Grade
Kira Parker, 1st Grade
Anna Eade - 1st Grade
Gracia Vo, 2nd Grade
Dawn Bolgioni, 2nd Grade
I live in SE Portland and am originally from the Midwest. This is my 12th year teaching at Capitol Hill and my 3rd year teaching 2nd grade. I have been married for 23 years, and we have two amazing daughters, one in college and one graduating high school this year! We also have an adorable labradoodle named Poppy. I love to hike, travel, and cross-country ski. When I am not teaching you can find me either cooking, gardening, reading, or planning my next big travel adventure.
Kinsey Fronk, 3rd Grade
Gail Younie, 3rd Grade
Cortney Standish, 4th Grade
Andrew Jaquiss, 4th Grade
Christopher Naze, 5th Grade
Brittany Dorris, 5th Grade
2023-24 will be my 10th year teaching fifth grade, and it is the best grade ever! I live in Portland with my rabbit Oreo. I grew up in Montana and Oregon, and I graduated from the University of Oregon in Eugene with my Masters in Elementary Education! In my spare time I love performing, singing, crafting and painting, and reading in my hammock. I take joy in education that is playful, project-based, and growth- & justice-oriented!
Saima Goodrich, Special Education
William James, Music
After 21 years in Beaverton schools, I am thrilled to be the new music teacher at Capitol Hill where my three kids attended, and I also coach wrestling for Wells HS & Jackson/Robert Gray MS programs. I hold 2 Bachelors degrees from Pacific University/2 Masters degrees from University of Montana, both in music and philosophy. I have been a stage manager for The Crystal Ballroom, performer for several companies including Portland Opera & Mock’s Crest Productions, a long-time musician/director with Trinity Episcopal Cathedral and have performed in several bands around the Pacific NW over the last 30 years. I like spending time with my wife & kids, playing music together and fishing.
Mitch Gustin, P.E.
Karen Wutzke, Media/Library
I began teaching High School English in 1995 in California with 200 students and learned to love my husband’s Harley, because you can’t grade papers on the back of a motorcycle!
Next was High School Dance (those kids were so talented) and following the move back to Oregon, Elementary Dance. Due to increasingly creaky knees, the next credential was to teach in the library, and I consider myself oh so fortunate to be at Capitol Hill. (When not at Capitol Hill, I can be found at Annie Bloom’s Books in Multnomah Village:)
Allie Anderson, Art
Shannon Van Zandt, ESL
Tina Brooks, Speech & Language Pathologist
Jessica Bell, School Health Assistant
Olivia Myers, Para Educator
Katy Sackmann, Para Educator
Born-and-raised Portlander and former PPS student. I’ve been a stay-at-home mom since 2010, and I am excited to bring the experience of motherhood with me as I venture into my first year as a Paraeducator. I am a mom of 3, with 2 kids at Capitol Hill. I have had the pleasure of being a parent of students in our school, and now I get to be part of the AMAZING staff. Best of both worlds! Outside of school you will find me playing with our chocolate lab Oliver, and spending time with my family.
Clint Devia, Head Custodian
After being a wildland firefighter for several years, I am excited to join the Capitol Hill community as the new head custodian. I live downtown with my fiancé, our saint bernard and cat. In my free time I like to collect retro videogames and VHS tapes. I love drawing comics and cooking on the weekends.