Special Education
Joann Dickinson | Paraprofessional
My Email: joann.dickinson@washk12.org
Braxton Larson | Paraprofessional
My Email: braxton.larson@washk12.org
Gemini Bush | Teacher
My Email: gemini.bush@washk12.orgMrs Bush is a Southern girl at heart. Born in South Central Arizona in Phoenix, raised in Southern Arizona and Southern California. Eventually settling in Southern Utah, Mrs Bush raised two boys with her husband. Both her children attended Lava Ridge Intermediate and did very well. Mrs Bush began her teaching career after her boys were grown and is grateful to have been able to do so. She loves teaching students, when they take pride in their work claim their accomplishments, this is what she lives for. She encourages her students every chance she gets, she believes in her students and has high expectations for them and will always let them know she is on their team.
- Bachelors in Anthropology from California State University, Fullerton, with a minor in Political Science
- Elementary Education from Western Governors University
- Special Education K-12 from Southern Utah University
Pamela Main | Teacher
My Email: pamela.main@washk12.orgMrs. Main grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah, between Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons. She is the youngest of three and the only girl. Ever since she can remember, she loved school for the structure it provided, and she was inspired by wonderful, caring teachers who taught her patience and kindness. Always an advocate for those who may be misunderstood, misguided, or different, these values led her to pursue a career in Special Education.
Mrs. Main's Special Education career began in 1992 at a school for the disabled in Sandy, Utah, where she worked with Pre-K students. During that time, she met many intelligent, creative teachers, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Speech and Language Therapists, and she grew to love the field. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Mild/Moderate Special Education and later pursued a Master's in Early Childhood Special Education. Over the years, she has taught in various schools, districts, and states, enjoying the dynamic experiences in Special Education.
Some of Mrs. Main's favorite activities include camping, hiking, taking long walks, paddleboarding on lakes, dancing, attending concerts, cooking, traveling, doing service work, and listening to music. She and her husband have raised four cats and one dog, and they currently have one beloved pet. She is an aunt to six nieces and nephews, a great aunt to four, and an "Auntie" to many of her friends' children.
In 2018, she and her husband traveled to England to visit his family, exploring castles and visiting Stonehenge. This past summer, she spent time at the pool, visited her family cabin in Heber, went fishing, hiked, camped in their new travel trailer, attended a UB40 concert, and relaxed while watching series and movies. Mrs. Main looks forward to the upcoming school year and meeting her new 6th graders.
- Master's Degree: University of Utah
- Bachelor's Degree: Utah State University
Brittany Stull | Teacher
My Email: brittany.stull@washk12.orgMrs. Stull is originally from Colorado, but having experienced frequent moves due to having a military family, she eventually settled in Utah during her senior year of high school, with a brief stint in Vegas. She has resided in various parts of the state, spanning from the St. George area to Logan. Having spent a decade at LRIS, her first year was as a para in the special education classroom, where she's since taught for nine years.
- Masters Degree in Special Education from University of Utah
- Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education with a focus on English and Theatre from UNLV
- Endorsements mostly obtained through district-provided programs at USU