I’m Ms. Ethen, and I'm thrilled to be your child's teacher. This will be my 33rd year teaching, and I've been a part of DC West for all 33 years. I live in Elkhorn.  I have 4 children.  Madison my oldest daughter is an accountant.  I have twins Morgan and Noah.  Morgan is an ER nurse and Noah is teacher here at DC West too.  My youngest daughter Payton is a senior at UNO, studying education. I studied elementary education at College of St. Mary’s and received my masters in literacy from UNO. In my free time, I enjoy swimming, walking Sloan, playing pickle ball and just being with my adult kids.  

I'm really excited about first grade. We have lots of fun and exciting learning opportunities planned. I can't wait to see what this year has in store for your child, and I'm looking forward to working together with you.

Preferred method of contact:

I prefer email or SeeSaw.  Please reach out if you have any questions.

Favorites:

Places to Eat: El Bee’s, Jimmy Johns, Mama’s Pizza

Places to Shop: Target, Amazon, Hobby Lobby

Places to buy school supplies:  Amazon, Target, Teachers Pay Teachers

Drinks: Diet Coke, Scooters, Starbucks

Sweets: Peanut butter M&M’s, Reese’s peanut butter cups, 

Salty Snacks: Beef jerky,  Chex Mix, nuts & chips

Other Favorites/ School Supply Wishes: M &Ms and Skittles for the classroom!!

  About me

Hi! I am Mrs. Gray and this is my 4th year at DCWEST but I have been teaching since 2013. I grew up in Valley and LOVE this community. 1st grade is so much fun, I love meeting and getting to know all of our Falcons and their families. I live here with my husband Chris and our dog Franky!

Preferred method of contact:

I prefer SeeSaw and email. Please reach out if you ever have questions!

Favorites

Places to Eat:  Cheesecake Factory, Taco Bell, Blue Sushi, Con Amor or anywhere! I am not picky and always open to trying new foods! :)  

Places to Shop: Target, Amazon, Walmart

Drinks: Diet Mountain Dew, Diet Dr. Pepper, Diet Coke, unsweetened tea

Scents: nothing too floral. 

Sweets: Anything

Snacks: Anything

Color(s): Purple 

Supplies Needed/Wishlist:  Our classroom always needs M&Ms and  Skittles :) 

  About me

Hi! My name is Mrs. Herchenbach and this is my 13th year teaching 1st grade at D.C. West. I love being a part of such a wonderful school with great students, staff, and families. I believe that each child is unique and they all learn in different ways. I will provide learning experiences to meet the needs of all students. 

My husband, Bob, and I have 3 boys who have grown into amazing young men. I enjoy walking, learning new things, reading, cheering on my favorite sports teams, and spending time with family.

This is going to be a great year full of learning, making new friends, and growing together.

Preferred method of contact:

email:  jherchenbach@dcwest.org

Please reach out if you ever have questions.

Favorites

Mrs. Herchenbach, 1st Grade Teacher

Places to Eat: Chick-fil-A,  Pepper Jax, Olive Garden

Places to Shop: Target,  Amazon, Lakeshore Learning

Places to buy school supplies: Walmart, Lakeshore

Drinks: Diet Coke, Unsweetened Tea

Scents: anything (Bath & Body Works wallflowers)

Sweets: Twix, Hot Tamales

Salty Snacks: popcorn, Chex mix

Color(s): red or blue

Other Favorites/Supply Wishes:  Teachers Pay Teachers gift cards

  About me

Hi! My name is Mrs. Subbert, and I am a first grade teacher. Teaching first grade is an amazing grade to teach. This is my 11th year teaching 1st grade at DC West. I also coach basketball and track here as well.

I am married to Mr. Subbert, who also teaches at DC West. We have three kids: Anella (5),  Mason (7), and Sutton (8 months). I love spending my time with my family and watching them learn new things everyday!

I will help all children succeed and be the best they can be in my classroom. They all have their own unique characteristics, and I will acknowledge that and make sure they let those shine on in the classroom. Teaching is the best! Go Falcons! :-)

Preferred method of contact:

I prefer SeeSaw and email. Please reach out if you ever have questions!

Favorites

Birthday: June 20th 

Places to Eat: Olive Garden, 

El bee’s, and Chick-Fil-A

Places to Shop: Target, Amazon, and Walmart

Drinks: Unsweetened Iced Tea

Scents:  fruity

Sweets: Laffy Taffy, Gummy Worms, and Ice cream!

Snacks: Beef Jerky, Baked Lays

Color(s): Purple

Supplies Needed/Wishlist:  

Games, M & M's, and Skittles,