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

Educational Experiences:  Hello Lusher Family!  This will be my 3rd year at Lusher, but my 15th year teaching Elementary Art within HSD.  I earned my BA in Studio Art from Saint Louis University and my MA in Teaching from Lindenwood University.   Prior to teaching, I worked as a Photo Editor, a Graphic Designer, and a Production Artist.

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

Educational Experiences: I started teaching in 2000. I spent 7 years in the Jennings schools district before coming to Hazelwood.  This is my 16th year at Lusher.

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.

Educational Experiences:  Bachelor of Arts in Physical/Health Education 

 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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