Melissa Morris

Principal

​I started teaching at Juab Middle School teaching 6th grade in 2001. I then moved to Park Valley to teach 4th-6th grade in 2003. In 2014, I became Headteacher at Park Valley. I taught grades K-6 and took on the administration role as well. In 2019, I went back to school to get my master's degree in Administration from USU. In 2020, I accepted the position of teacher 1/2 day at Park Valley grades 3rd-6th and was a principal for the three western schools. Currently, I am a full-time principal for all three western schools- Snowville, Park Valley, and Grouse Creek. I believe that every child can learn at high levels and success is achievable through high-functioning, cohesive teams. Students are capable of anything and need to dream BIG! We as educators can assist them in their journey. At Park Valley, I feel grateful to work with teachers and staff who care about every child. The staff is committed to helping each child learn and grow mentally and emotionally. I have had some of the best experiences of my educational career at this school. I love to spend time with my husband and two kids, cook, and craft. I feel blessed to have to opportunity to work with and serve the community of Park Valley- The best-kept secret!

Kelly Kunzler

IVC para, CCA, CTE , and AG Teacher

I have been teaching in Park Valley

since 1998 as an Ag Biology/ CTE

teacher where I live with my husband

and two children. I hold 2 BS degrees,

Agribusiness from Cal Poly, San Luis

Obispo, CA and Secondary Education,

Utah State, UT. As an Ag teacher &

advisor, I hope to encourage a love of all

things agricultural and will enjoy getting

to know my students.

Sally Pugsley

Para/ interventions

I am Sally Pugsley and I work for the Box Elder School District at the Park Valley School.   This will be my 10th year at the school. I started as the cook and for the last few years, I have been working in the IVC lab with the 9th and 10th graders.   I love being with the students and this year I will be with younger students. Some of which will be my grandkids.  I also work as an intervention specialist with those students who need a little help with reading.   I love the programs that they give us to use to help those who struggle a little bit.  I love to see the progress they can make.  I love the atmosphere at our school.  I work with some amazing people and kids.  I have lived in Park Valley for 38 years and raised my family here.  I am married to Wayne Pugsley and we have 4 sons and 3 daughters-in-law who all live really close to us.  We have 12 grandkids 7 girls and 5 boys. We are truly blessed to live in this Valley and have our family so close.  I am looking forward to a new school year and all that it brings.

Samantha Sproul

3rd- 6th Teacher

I started teaching in 2018 in Las Vegas, NV where I taught 3rd grade and Kindergarten. I moved to Park Valley in 2021 to teach in the middle room. I love my husband, dog, and cat. We love going on walks together and getting to know new people. It has been an honor and privilege to get to know the community members in Park Valley. This year, I will continue teaching in the middle room as well as running CLAW time which is an intervention time to help students increase their reading skills. I love the students and teaching them to utilize skills that will help them have a better life.

Tiffany Eddington

Aide

Hi My name is Tiffany Eddington and I have been working at Park Valley School for the past 6+ years.  I grew up in Park Valley and also went to that school, so I have that advantage, where I just get it.  My family and I lived in Alaska for a short time where my oldest child attended a small school like Park Valley school, so that also helps in this setting as well.

I have many hobbies, that include:  anything to do with crafts, anything to do with the medical field, and my family and I also enjoy going packing into places with our horses and mule.  Our most recent place was the Wind Rivers in Wyoming, where we went 10 miles in.  What a fun journey. 

I enjoy watching the kids learn and grow each day.  Or to see their eyes light up when they learn a new concept.  My favorite subject is science because I love to see the discoveries they make and the questions they solve or the new questions they come up with after they have solved another.

Debra Summers

K-2nd Teacher

I was born in Brigham City but grew up and attended school in the South Ogden area. I have lived in San Diego, Kauai and Pensacola, but have always considered northern Utah home. I have three adult children and three adorable grandchildren. I attained my Elementary Education and Special Education licenses through Weber State University and later acquired a Master’s degree specializing in Curriculum and Instruction. I taught both 1st and 3rd grades over a span of 16 years and have spent the last year servicing Kindergarten through third grade students who have special education needs. 

I enjoy traveling, art and perusing antique/thrift stores for vintage collectibles and glassware. As often as I am able, I fly to Kentucky to spend time with my daughter and three grandchildren. 

I am greatly excited for the opportunity to be a part of the Park Valley School community. It seems a perfect fit for this season in my teaching career. I look forward to getting to know the families within the school community and having the privilege of teaching your children.  

Melissa Jones

Secretary/ Aide

• Grew up in Kaysville, Utah. Graduated from Davis High School in 1982.

• Attended Weber State and Utah State.

• Married to Guy Jones. We have 6 children & 13 grandchildren.

• Worked in Weber School District for 9 years as a Reading Aide & Lunch Lady.

• Hired here at Park Valley School on November 7, 2016, as Secretary/Para Aide.

• Hobbies- crafts, camping, enjoying the beautiful outdoors, and spending time with my family!

• We feel very blessed to live here in this beautiful Park Valley amongst good people and super, great kids!!!

Jean Morris

Cook/ Bus Driver/ Librarian

I have lived in Park Valley all my married life.   I started working for the district in2013.  I drive bus, cook, and  I also work in the Library.   I love to garden, sew, quilt, and really hate cleaning my house.  

Kellie Kunzler

Bus Driver

My name is Kellie Kunzler.  I drive school bus and substitute teach and cook when needed.  I live on a ranch in Rosette.  My husband, Del, and I have six children, three boys and three girls, and 1 and 1/2 grandchildren!  This year I am the PTO Vice President.  I love to read and be with my family.  I'm an author, AEMT, and 4-H leader.  I love working with the kids.  

Channel Johnson

LCSW- School Social Worker

I am a licensed clinical social worker. I attended Weber State University and later graduated with my Master’s degree in Social Work from University of Utah. I have been practicing social work since 2003 and have worked in several capacities such as Juvenile Justice Services, long term treatment facilities, and educational systems. I have specialized experience working with anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance abuse, trauma, and several others areas within the mental health arena.

Bobbi Jones

Secondary School Counselor

My name is Bobbi Jones and I have been a counselor since 2010 but have worked in schools since 1999.  I have worked with all age groups and I love interacting with your students.  The Park Valley students and staff have been so good to me and I love going out to visit!  I grew up in Elwood and live there now with my husband and four kids.  I love to read, garden, and spend time with my family.  I'm looking forward to another great year!

Rachael Barker

Elementary Counselor

My name is Rachael Barker, and I have been a special education teacher, elementary education teacher, and school counselor since 1998. I hold a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from Utah State University. I obtained a master's degree in Psychology School Counseling in 2002 at Utah State. After taking a break to raise my own children for three years, I returned to teaching in 2005. Since then, I have been dedicated to teaching special education, elementary education, and eventually transitioned into the role of a school counselor in the Weber School District from 2007 to 2019.

In 2019, I joined the Box Elder School District, where I currently serve as a school counselor at Willard Elementary and the Western Schools. I thoroughly enjoy my work and the opportunity to witness students learning many life skills such as kindness, friendship, emotion management, goal setting, self-esteem, growth mindset, problem solving and much more.

When I am not at work, I love spending quality time with my husband and four children. We enjoy hiking, camping, and anything that allows us to experience the great outdoors.

Calvin and Kistea Larsen

School Custodians

Calvin and Kistea are a husband and wife-team. They began working at Park Valley School in 2022. They do a wonderful job at keeping our school clean and making it a positive environment for all to learn. They are friendly and dedicated to all they serve.