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Jeff Platte
Principal - Jeff began his career at Oasis as a volunteer.  He became an aide and decided to return to school in order to obtain his teaching certification.  After teaching for 4 years Jeff became principal.  Jeff has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science and a Master of Arts Degree in Educational Administration, both from Central Michigan University.  Sports are a major hobby including golf, skiing and bowling.

 

Laura Gourlay
Counselor - Laura began teaching at Oasis in 1986, gradually moving from full time teacher to counselor.  From CMU Laura holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with a Sociology Major and a Master of Arts Degree in Guidance and Counseling.  She also is a Certified Social Worker.  “I enjoy bike riding, speaking Spanish, camping, international travel and spending time with my family.  I’m available for personal counseling and career guidance.”

 

Kevin Ingersoll
Work Experience Teacher – Kevin has taught at Oasis for the past 15 years.  He has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from CMU with a History major and Reading minor.  In his spare time Kevin enjoys reading, sleeping, and traveling.

 

Deb Vreeland
Work Experience Teacher – Debbie began teaching at Oasis in 1986 and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from CMU.  In 2007 she earned a Master of Arts Degree in Education Administration also from CMU.  In her spare time Debbie enjoys playing in her beautiful garden, practicing yoga and Pilates and spending way too much time at the gym!
 
Margie Dexter

English Teacher – Margie has been a teacher at Oasis for the past 11 years.  She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with majors in Recreational Therapy and English.  In her spare time Margie loves to spend time with her family, workout at the gym and read.

 

Matt Murphy
 
Biology and Chemistry Teacher – This is Matt’s first year at Oasis.  Matt received his teaching degree in Chemistry and Biology  from Michigan State University.  “I enjoy disc golfing, hoola hooping and long walks on the beach.”
 

Laura Park

Math teacher – This is Laura’s fourth year at Oasis.  From Calvin College she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education  with a major in Math. “I enjoy reading, spending time with my family.  I love the opportunities I’ve had to get students involved in the community through volunteer projects.”
 

Bill Dennis

Teacher – This is Bill’s first year at Oasis.  He graduated from CMU with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with a double major of Social Studies and History.  Bill likes to sing karaoke, go to conferences, spend time with his son and fish.
 

Deb Wolfe
Registrar/Counseling Secretary – Deb has work in the Mt. Pleasant School District for the past 21 years.  She began working at Oasis during the 1998-99 school year.  “I wish there had been alternative education when I was in school.  I know many who would have benefited from a program like this.”  Deb enjoys quilting, reading and spending time with her grandchildren.
 

Judy Rondy
Secretary to Jeff – Judy started at Oasis in 1987 as the Daycare Coordinator.  In her spare time she enjoys scrap booking, reading, playing with her grand kids and German Shepherd Payton.

Janine Kovitz
Enrollment Specialist and Packet Central Aide – Janine has been at Oasis for 7 years.  She enjoys scrap booking, reality TV, music, gardening, and especially shopping.

Gayle Gumm
Enrollment Specialist Aide – Gayle has been a staff member at Oasis for the past 3 years.  She has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Fort Hays State in Kansas.  Gayle likes  to read, cook, bike and really loves to watch movies.
 

Michelle Simon
Daycare Coordinator – Michelle has run the Oasis daycare for the past 8 years.  Her kindness and love of children has enriched the lives of many students and their kids.  In her spare time she loves spending time with her own kids.
 
Sarah Wood

Teacher Aide – This is Sarah’s first year at Oasis.  She majored in Child Development and minored in Youth Studies from CMU.  Her hobbies include scrap booking, and making jewelry.  She recently got engaged and plans to marry in 2008.
 

Carolyn Mills

Teacher Aide – Carolyn has been a member of the Oasis team for 5 years.  She retired from Mt. Pleasant Public Schools after  30 years but missed the students so much that she came back!  Carolyn likes to play golf, read, and eat.
 

Trac Thayer

Packet Central Aide – Trac has been at Oasis for the past 5 years.  Besides overseeing packet central she helps Tyler and Justin with P.E. and sports.  Trac enjoys sports, especially volleyball, softball, and basketball, and camping with her family.
 

Eric Beckman
Credit Recovery Teacher – This is Eric’s first year at Oasis.  He has earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from CMU with a Social Studies major and History minor.  His hobbies are camping, sports and he is a self proclaimed baseball nut.
 

Tyler Cline
 
P.E. and Health Teacher – This is Tyler’s first year at Oasis and his second working in the Mt. Pleasant School District.  He received his degrees from Indiana State and CMU.  Tyler has coached wrestling at Mt. Pleasant High School for the past 7 years and girls track for the past 3 years.
 

Andy Kennard
Technology Aide – This is Andy’s first year at Oasis.  He served 8 years in the Marine Corps and is currently working on his degree from MMCC in Computer Information Systems. In his spare time he likes to spend time with wife and two sons, playing bass and hockey.