ylassiter@rca-csprings.org
Hello, my name is Yolanda Lassiter. I have been teaching First grade for three years. I have been at Roosevelt for about 13 years. I love taking walks and spending time with my family. I enjoy working at Roosevelt because it is like an extended family. No matter the challenges we face, we conquer them as a team.
tfriel@rca-csprings.org
My name is TinaSue Friel and I am a dedicated educator at Roosevelt Charter Academy for the past seven years, though my history with District 11 spans 12 years. My journey began as a Special Needs Paraprofessional, where I provided vital support and assistance to students with unique learning needs. Whenever a substitute teacher was required, I would seamlessly step in, ensuring students received the instruction they need. Now, I serve as an MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) Math Interventionist, providing targeted, individualized support to students in grades K-5, helping them overcome challenges and excel in the critical subject of mathematics.
I was born in the rugged and beautiful state of Alaska, but found my true home in Colorado Springs when my family relocated here during my early childhood. I am married and have four adult children who have established a large loving family of their own. My family brings me joy and richness that comes from nurturing a large, close-knit clan, including my beloved pets that share my home - three dogs and a cat, all of whom are doted upon and showered with affection.
When I'm not at work I pursue my passion for genealogy. I take great pride in maintaining and updating my family tree, preserving the lineage and stories of my ancestors. Recently I have discovered that two of my 11th great grandfathers and one of my 11th great grandmothers were on the Mayflower that landed on Plymoth Rock in 1620. Additionally, I volunteer my time and photographic skills to help families who live too far away to visit the gravesites of their loved ones, capturing images of the headstones and memorials to provide them with a tangible connection to their past.
ylassiter@rca-csprings.org
Hello, my name is Yolanda Lassiter. I have been teaching First grade for three years. I have been at Roosevelt for about 13 years. I love taking walks and spending time with my family. I enjoy working at Roosevelt because it is like an extended family. No matter the challenges we face, we conquer them as a team.
kking@rca-csprings.org
Hello! My name is Ryatt King. I have been a teacher since 2019. I started at RCA in 2023. I taught Kidnergarten and 1st grade for a combined total of three years in Kansas. While I enjoyed the rolling plains and the country side, my heart is with the mountains. I have been a reading and math interventionist for the last two years and really enjoy getting to work with all grade levels in the school!
spanek@rca-csprings.org
My name is Sydney Panek and this is my first year at RCA! I grew up in Colorado Springs and recently moved back after spending the last 5 years in Montana. I attended Montana State University and graduted with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting. I am excited to begin my teaching career, and am grateful to teach at the same school as my mom! I love the RCA community and have loved getting to know and work with our students. In my free time I enjoy reading and hanging out with my cat, Oliver.
