Hello families! My name is Stacey Helmig, and I am very excited to be back at Ridgeview for my 13th year as a kindergarten teacher! I look forward to a positive year where your child and I can grow and learn together. All of my students become a part of my school family which I cherish each and every year.
I live in Saybrook on a Christmas Tree Farm with my husband Brian. We have four children; Isabella, Sophia, Aidan, and Evangeline. Two of my children will be moving to Ecuador and the Florida Keys as they pursue their education and careers. One daughter will be home pursuing a nursing degree through ISU. My youngest child, Evangeline will be starting high school at Ridgeview. My husband Brian also works at Ridgeview as a bus-driver and as a paraprofessional.
My most recent accomplishment was obtaining my Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University in June 2024. Previously, I graduated in 1995 from Governors State University with a Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education.
My Favorites:
Store: Amazon
Snack: Popcorn and chocolate
Hobbies: Playing the violin, reading, gardening
Drinks: Coffee
Place: Mackinac Island
Color: Green
Movie: Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
My personal philosophy is to treat students just like I would want my own children to be treated. I believe in having a safe and nurturing environment where my students can flourish academically and be happy!
Communication is very important to me and is so important to a successful year. If you ever need to contact me, please don't hesitate. Here are some ways that you can do that.
Email: shelmig@ridgeview19.org
School Phone: (309) 723-6351
Send a text message through the Ridgeview Mustangs school app.
*The Ridgeview Mustangs school app. will be the easiest way to contact me throughout the day. Since I get the messages on my phone, I usually have time to quickly respond to what you need. Please be patient with me as I navigate this new platform.