Jillian Patterson
I would like to welcome you and your child to my second grade class. This is my fourth year here at New Vision, and my 19th year teaching. I have 3 daughters that all attend New Vision also. I have known since being in first grade that I wanted to be a teacher. I love everything about being a Nighthawk and being a part of this school family and community. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to have your child in my class this year. I am excited for the new adventures and challenges that each new year brings. I am eager to get to know your student and start this year of learning together!!
Miranda Siemens
Hello! I am Miss Siemens and I love teaching second grade! This is my fifth year at New Vision and my seventh year teaching. I graduated from the University of Northern Colorado (Go Bears!) with a bachelor’s in elementary education. I later went on to get my master’s degree in literacy education. Outside of school, I love to spend time with my friends and family. I enjoy reading, playing tennis, and baking. I also love taking my dog Rocky on walks. I look forward to a fun year of learning ahead!
Gina Tarwater
I am very excited to be a member of the New Vision staff. This will be my second year teaching at this incredible school! I hold a master's degree in psychology from Pepperdine University and I earned my teaching credential from Chapman University. I have almost 20 years of teaching experience. I started my career as a middle school special education teacher in Huntington Beach, California. I then taught second grade for 15 years in South Lake Tahoe, California. While I was in South Lake Tahoe I also had the opportunity to coach the high school varsity tennis team. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, playing tennis and hiking.
Hello NVCS families!
I'm excited to be teaching my second graders for the 7th year. I have taught multiple grades here at NV from when the school opened as a substitute and as a long term substitute teacher. I have been in Thompson School District for 21 years. I have taught 5th grade and became a Special Education teacher working with trauma and behavioral students. My husband and I raised our two adult children here in Loveland. I like staying active by skiing, boating, gardening and hiking.
I'm really excited for this new school year! I’ve been with New VIsion for three years now and it’s my second year being a TA. I have alway enjoyed working with kids, and it's exciting to continue helping them learn. I actually went to Escoffier pastry school before becoming a TA. In my spare time I like to bake treats, care for my dad, garden, and play with my two cats.