Special Education and Social & Emotional Learning

Lora Hamilton | Special Education Teacher

Hi! My name is Lora Hamilton and I am the Resource Teacher. I am a veteran teacher and have taught grades (K-6), and was a Special Education Coordinator in California.

My educational background includes: an undergraduate degree in special education and elementary education from Brigham Young University, and a masters degree from the University of Utah.

I have one son and three grandchildren. Some things I enjoy are traveling, reading, hiking,and spending time with my family.

ALEX PACK | Behavior Support Tech

My Email: Alex.pack@washk12.org

Shaunna Lee | Skills Room

My Email: shaunna.lee@washk12.org

I am a proud parent of five wonderful children and a very blessed grandparent who treasures every moment with my 13 grandkids. Family is at the heart of everything I do, and spending time with them is my greatest joy. I am also a big fan of the Philadelphia Eagles and the NFL, always enjoying the excitement of football season.

Living in Scenic, Arizona has been such a gift—I love the beauty of the desert and the peaceful lifestyle it brings. One of the highlights of my days is getting to know the amazing kids at Diamond Valley Elementary. Their energy, smiles, and personalities bring so much happiness and purpose to my life.

When I’m not at school, my husband and I enjoy traveling, with Hawaii being one of our favorite destinations. The ocean, culture, and beauty of the islands always bring us peace and inspiration.

Shayla Erickson | Speech Pathologist

My Email: shayla.erickson@washk12.org

My name is Shayla Erickson and I love working with the students at Diamond Valley. I was born and raised in St. George and I love it here. I graduated with my Masters Degree from Utah State University in Communication Disorders. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and kids, going to the lake, traveling, and eating good food.

Emily Mattson | Speech Technician

My Email: emily.mattson@washk12.org

"I started working as a speech paraprofessional at Diamond Valley in 2020. I loved working with the speech students so much that I went back to school and got a bachelor's degree in Communication Disorders. I live in Santa Clara with my husband, our 4 kids, and our dog. We love watching movies together and spending time outdoors. I also enjoy reading and playing the piano. I'm so grateful to be at Diamond Valley with all of our wonderful students and staff!

Rachel Morley | School Psychologist

My Email: rachel.morley@washk12.org

Hi! My name is Rachel Morley, and I have been a school psychologist for 12 years. I love working with school teams to help students thrive in school and in life. I grew up in the Midwest, and I am still in awe of the beauty of Southern Utah. In my free time, I love spending time with my husband, three kids, and our dog. Reading is my biggest passion, but I also enjoy hiking, biking, road trips, and watching documentaries.

DVES Faculty

Our teachers at Diamond Valley Elementary are highly experienced, educated, and dedicated. We have a combined total of over 100 years of teaching. Most of our faculty have taken Gifted and Talented post-graduate classes with many receiving the full endorsement. Many have also received their Master’s Degree, Reading Endorsement, Math Endorsement, or ESL Endorsement. Each faculty member works their hardest to provide a high quality education for every student. The teachers have fun and professional personalities that make Diamond Valley a place that children love to be.

“LEARNING FROM THE PAST, PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE, SUCCEEDING IN THE PRESENT.”