Special Education and Social & Emotional Learning
Christopher Liechty | Special Education Teacher
My Email: Christopher.liechty@washk12.org
Deanna Warwick | Sped Paraprofessional
My Email: deanna.warwick@washk12.orgTara Krebs | Sped Paraprofessional
My Email: taralee.krebs@washk12.org
Shaunna Lee | Skills Room
My Email: shaunna.lee@washk12.orgI am a proud parent of five children and a very blessed grandparent to 14 grand kids. 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 kids at Diamond Valley Elementary. Their energy, smiles, and personalities are simply the best.
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.orgMy 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.orgHi! 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.”