ETSC Staff

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	Forrest J. Fisher
	Major activities: Supports the regional technology coordinators and leaders Major developer of the Classroom Tiers Model for effective classroom technology use Coordinates state-level initiatives for educational technology and the E-Rate in the region. Helps educators use technology for academic improvement Develops/administers the SHARE site of classroom websites and resources Develops/administers the STARS site for accessing assessment results Provides professional development opportunities for educators Develops online resources for educators Involved in grant-writing for technology projects
In action, the Master Trainer he is... Created by Conn McQuinn	Authorized Trainer for: Peer Coaching by Microsoft including serving as the "Master Trainer" of facilitators in Washington State iSafe Internet Safety curriculum and activities for K-12 teachers, students, parents and community members DANA smart keyboard by Alphasmart Smartboard by Smart Tech Partners in Learning curriculum with Microsoft Teacherline online classes
	Forrest is entering his thirteenth year with ESD 105 as the leader of the Educational Technology Support Center. Previously he served as a building administrator with responsibilities in curriculum, assessment, supervision, special education, discipline and developing master schedules. He was also a district technology coordinator and district athletic director. Before that he was an Instrumental Music teacher for ten years with responsibilities (4-12, but primarily HS) in Band, Jazz Band, Orchestra and Music Theory. He has traveled extensively as a musician and has been involved in several recordings. He currently is involved in music in the Yakima Valley Community Band, Yakima Big Band, West Side Baptist Church Band, leads the West Side Jazz Orchestra and a saxophone quintet. (509) 454-3134
	Mark Sobolik Mark A. Sobolik has been involved in education for the past 24 years. Mark began his teaching experience 1981 as a substitute teacher in the Shoreline School District in Seattle, Washington. Since 1983, Mark has taught math, science, and computer technology at Washington Middle School in Yakima, Washington where he has worked with students from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds, cultures, ages, and ability levels. During Mark's teaching experience at Washington, he became interested in integrating computer technology into the classroom which led to his creation of the C.A.T.S.(Computer Assisted Thematic Science) magnet program at Washington in 1991. In 1994 Mark was awarded "The Crystal Apple" recognizing him as an outstanding educator in the Yakima School District. In 1998 Mark earned his Masters Degree in Educational Technology from City University. Presently, Mark is still employed by the Yakima School District where he is teaching math and science at Washington Middle School.
	Barb Thrasher Barb has been teaching at ESD 105 for six years. "Technology Champion" - a tag line that has been used on her school snail mail for a long time - suits her well. She has been in the Goldendale School District since 1988 as District Library/Media Specialist. Since Library/Media Centers are frequently high tech areas, the role of technology training and "Technology Champion" fit very easily into her job. Since she loves teaching, it also suits her to teach at the ESD. Barb says "I thoroughly enjoy teaching the groups of adults who need some guidance with the introductory aspect of my classes here at the ESD". In her spare? time she performs with several local ensembles as a flautist.
	Susan Kaphammer Susan Kaphammer began teaching in Western Montana with middle school and high school English classes. She soon moved into Library-Media, enjoying the opportunity to interact with and support the entire range of curriculum. After moving to Yakima and spending a few years working with early childhood education, health and social service agencies, Susan found a professional home with the Mt. Adams School District in White Swan. She has served there since 1995 as Library-Media Specialist for grades 6-12. Technology is a natural extension of her mission to ensure that staff and students are effective users of information. As an early owner of an original 128k Macintosh, Susan has long appreciated computers as personal and professional tools. "Teaching at the ESD gives me another chance to help others become comfortable with and adept at using computer technology."
	Jason Washburn Jason Washburn currently serves the staff and students of Christa McAuliffe Academy as the Database Specialist & Application Programmer. He graduated in 2001 with his BA in Chemistry from Gonzaga University and in 2005 earned his M.Ed. in Technology in Education from Lesley University. Jason is also one of the founding members of THE Company, a Non-Profit Organization focused on helping districts, teachers, and students design and implement complete solutions for using technology to support data-driven best educational practices. When he can't look at a computer screen anymore Jason enjoys Latin Dancing, drinking copious amounts of Starbuck's Coffee, and rock climbing with friends.