Desert Shadows Middle School - Oasis Yearbook (Scottsdale, AZ)

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The track stars, Wendy Lopez and Rachelle Sinks, with Dr. Van and Coach Sacks Be a winner, Say NO to drugs. Dr. john Van Luven, or just Dr. Van, is a very dedicated person. He lives for the kids. He's been the assistant principal at DSMS for eleven years. All the kids, parents, and staff really like him. He enjoys talking with kids and helping them. He's always willing to listen. He is a unique individual with warmth and a sense of humor. His display of stuffed animals in his office is a real conversation piece. One of his favorites is an armadillo named Amanda Fleabag. Dr. Van encourages students to do their best. He demonstrates that he cares about each stu- dent. He enjoys viewing sports events, helping student council, or just being with students. He is part of the excellence in the educational process at Desert Shadows Middle School. 1 iii: ' Assistant Principal wen u Now hear this . . . Smile for the picture! the annual magic show. Dr. Van and Brad Zindel discuss waistlines at 7

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Principal- Deva and Mr. Cooper, good friends Mr. Cooper accepts the award as one of the top ten schools in the state. W William Cooper Desert Shadows Middle School is a great place for kids to go to school, said Mr. Cooper. Mr. Cooper has been in education for 28 years. Over these 28 years he has been a consultant, a teacher, and a principal. Mr. Cooper has been prin- cipal for 17 years. He has been an educator in Quincy, Illinois, Arlington, Illinois, and here in Arizona. When asked why he became a principal Mr. Coo- per replied, As a principal I was able to have a greater say in what would happen to the kids in my school. Mr. Cooper feels kids are important, no kids - no paychecks. What Mr. Cooper likes best about DSMS is the involvement and cooperation. He says the staff, the kids, and the parents make DSMS what it is. Mr. Cooper always has time for the students, Please excuse the interruption. sta jenny plaque recognizing DSMS as one of the top schools in the nation. Witham and Mr. Cooper admire the I MWMW A big bear hug!

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Mrs. Paula Banks l . - 4 Counselors Mrs. Paula Banks has worked at Desert Shadows for ten years. She thinks our school is special because the faculty and students have a good attitude and a positive outlook. She and Mrs. Holm have been counseling together for three years and it is evident that they make a great team. She enjoys refinishing furniture and selling antiques in her two stores. Ready to Listen! Hello, there! Mrs. Carol Holm Mrs. Carol Holm has enjoyed working at DSMS for the past seven years. She decided to become a counselor because she enjoys helping people with their problems. Some of her favorite hobbies are camping, hiking, and flying with her husband. Visiting her two grandchildren, Lauren and Leslie, is also one of her favorite pastimes.