Ya’ateeh, Geraldine Herrod yinishye. To’aheedliinii nishli, Naakaii dine’e bashishchiin, To’tsohnii dashicheii, Naaneesht’ezhi dashina’li. Geraldine Herrod, also known as Gerrie Herrod, is originally from Burnham, New Mexico and Lukachukai, Arizona. She currently lives in Farmington, New Mexico with her husband of 30+ years and their children, who are all in college. Gerrie Herrod has extensive experience in teaching elementary and middle school. She has been an instructional coach for the Bureau of Indian Education and Federal Grants schools and has been an elementary school and high school principal for Central Consolidated School District. Aside from dedicating her career in education, she also worked as an independent educational consultant supporting Indian schools across the United States, schools in New Mexico, Arizona, Utah, Colorado, Washington State, Idaho, California, Florida, Maine, and Navajo Nation Grant schools. She was also a member of the Federal Review Team out of Albuquerque, NM supporting the Secretary of Education’s initiative for tribally operated schools across the nation. At CCSD, Mrs. Herrod works in the Curriculum & Instruction Department as an Elementary Coordinator. Gerrie is an alumnus of Farmington High School, Haskell United Nations University (Haskell Junior College), Fort Lewis College, University of New Mexico, and the University of Northern Colorado. She holds a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership for Principalship, Superintendent, and Special Education Director. Gerrie’s heart and passion is empowering others in education (teachers, administrators, support staff, and colleagues) to be the best they can be for the children we serve. "When educating the minds of our youth, we must not forget to educate their hearts." ~Dalai Lama
Ann Kluth-Clark
State and Federal Programs Coordinator
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Hello! I'm Ann Kluth-Clark, the State and Federal Program Coordinator for Curriculum and Instruction. In this role, I focus on providing guidance and support for our district’s curriculum initiatives across all CCSD schools. I work collaboratively with educators to ensure that instructional practices align with state and federal standards, and I facilitate professional development opportunities to enhance teaching strategies.
With 31 years of experience in education, I have served in various capacities, including teacher, assistant principal, principal, director, and coordinator. I believe that every student deserves a high-quality education, and it is our collective mission to make that a reality. As we move through this academic year, I’m dedicated to fostering collaboration and flexibility within our team to effectively support and empower all our students.
Kate Morris
Gifted Instructional Coach
Kate Morris has taught for 16 years in Elementary and Secondary Education in Louisiana, New Mexico, and Arizona. She graduated from Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, Louisiana with a Bachelor of History with Secondary Education Concentration. Kate has a background in both gifted education and special education. She received her Masters of Education in Gifted Education from Arizona State University in 2019. Kate is the Gifted Instructional Coach for Central Consolidated School District in northwest New Mexico & Navajo Nation. Kate is the New Mexico's CES/Technical Assistance Program Gifted Consultant presenting monthly professional development for gifted teachers & administrators and writes a monthly gifted newsletter "Dear Ms. M: Gifted Questions Answers."