Thankful for Lynden Schools Retirees
Lynden Schools celebrates the careers of 10 staff who have announced retirement at the end of the 2025-26 school year.
Kimberly Assink, Fourth Grade Teacher, Bernice Vossbeck
15 years in education; 15 years in Lynden
“Kim Assink will be remembered for her love for laughter and exceptional support of students. Kim has a true gift for seeing potential in people and the heart and skillset to pull it out of them. She is an uplifter, an encourager, a challenger, and a leader in all that she does. We will miss her greatly but will be forever grateful for all that she taught us.” — Rex Fraser, BVE principal
Kristen Bock, Community Transitions Teacher, District Office
30 years in education; 21 years in Lynden
“Kristen has served the Lynden School District since 2005, working in several buildings and roles. In her current position as a Community Transition teacher, she has helped students successfully prepare for life beyond school. She is known for seeing and developing each student’s potential, collaborating with community partners, and mentoring new teachers. Her contributions have made a meaningful and lasting impact on both students and staff.” — Rebecca Morgan, Director of Special Education
Pam Hall, Student Services Coordinator, District Office
30 years in education; 18 years in Lynden
“Pam Hall has been working in the Lynden School District since 2008. She started as the district special education secretary and later transitioned into the role of student services coordinator. During this time Pam has provided outstanding support to a wide range of programs in the district including preschool, special education, nursing, counseling and family community services. Pam is deeply appreciated for her caring attitude, positivity, professionalism and dedication to the students, staff and families that she has served.” — Tim Metz, Director of Student Services
Nancy Jones, Music Teacher, Bernice Voosbeck
28 years in education; 21 years in Lynden
“Nancy Jones will be remembered for the love of music she shared so generously with our students over the years. Nancy has a true gift for helping children find joy, confidence and connection through song. Her classroom has been a place where students could discover their voices, take creative risks and experience the power of music together. She has left a lasting mark on our school community, and we will miss her greatly while remaining forever grateful for all she has given to our students and staff.” — Rex Fraser, BVE principal
Wendy Kramme, Tech Coach, Lynden Middle School
34 years in education; 34 years in Lynden
“Wendy has been the consummate professional educator. She’s been at the same school—LMS—for over three decades. In this time, she has seen an incredible number of changes in schools and different staff members come and go. Her time spans the floppy disc era all the way to laptops for every student. Yet through all the changes in the school system, Wendy remained consistent to her core values of serving and supporting students and staff members each and every day. Wendy has always been learning-focused, a great listener and a positive contributor to the school community.
She will be greatly missed.” — Vince Riccobene, LMS principal
Amy Miller, Interventionist, Fisher Elementary
31 years in education; 28 years in Lynden
“Amy Miller built an exceptional intervention program at Fisher Elementary that has had a lasting impact on both students and staff. She not only supported students with care and expertise but also partnered closely with teachers to meet the ever-growing needs in their classrooms. Amy’s willingness to share her knowledge strengthened the collective capacity of our team and elevated our entire school community. Her dedication and collaborative spirit will be deeply missed.” — Christie Long, Fisher principal
Denise Moffat, Paraeducator, Bernice Vossbeck
21 years in education; 19 years in Lynden
“Denise Moffathas had a greater impact on BVE than I believe she’ll ever realize or admit. Her kindness and warm smile greet our staff and students daily as they walk through the doors and you wouldn’t believe the way our students light up when they see her in the morning. Whether it’s taking one of our new families on a tour or running one of her reading groups, Denise’s positivity and kindness is undeniable.” — Rex Fraser, BVE principal
Kaaren Salminen, Kindergarten Teacher, Bernice Vossbeck
39 years in education; 39 years in Lynden
“It’s hard to imagine what BVE will be like without Kaaren Salminen’sleadership and drive. Kaaren was a daily reminder to all of us that there aren’t shortcuts to success, but that with hard work and consistency it can almost always be guaranteed. Kaaren pours so much love and care into our earliest learners, and we couldn’t be more grateful for all that she’s given to help shape BVE into the incredible place that it is.” — Rex Fraser, BVE principal
Peter Witecki, Community Transitions Paraeducator, District Office
30 years in education; 30 years in Lynden
“Peter has been a dedicated member of the Lynden School District since 2004 supporting students and helping them build skills for success. In his role at the Community Transitions program, he has supported many students in developing job skills in the community and played a key role in the dog bone business that is run by the students as a learning tool. His commitment and care have made a difference in the lives of countless students.” — Rebecca Morgan, Director of Special Education
Christina Weeks, Speech Language Pathologist, Bernice Voosbeck
31 years in education; 31 years in Lynden
“Christy Weeks has served as a speech language pathology assistant in the Lynden School District for more than 30 years, supporting the communication needs of countless students over the years. Her care, dedication and commitment have made a lasting impact on students, families and staff throughout our community.” — Rebecca Morgan, Director of Special Education
