High School: Meet the Staff
Cory D. Grimsrud
I teach Welding, Woods 1&2, and Agriculture classes.
I have been married for 38 years, I have 4 children and 11 grandchildren . I love to work with my cattle and take in sporting events.
I earned my Ag Business degree from NDSCS and my Ag Education Degree from SDSU.
I have taught for 40 years the last 7 here at Tiospa Zina.
Student Quotes-
"Grims the best teacher ever, I love his welding class and he teaches us how to do everything!"
"He's funny and make nicknames for all of us!"
8th grade graduation 💙
Shout out to our amazing middle school teachers for planning a fun field day for our kids! Wopida Half Iron Grill for catering the delicious food! Bouncy houses, flag football,🏈 boba drinks,🧋water balloons 🎈 and a ton of fun!
Meet the High School Staff-
Hello, I'm Kristen Hill.
This is my third year at TZTS as a paraprofessional and my first year in the Special Education department. My mother, Valerie Hill, was the HS/MS art teacher at TZ for many years, so I grew up going to powwows at the old gym and helping with concessions when she was the senior class advisor.
After spending four years in the Navy as a sonar technician, I used the MGIB to finish a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education in 2008. I spent two years as a speech language pathology assistant at Westside Elementary School, working with preschool children both at the public schools and at the SWO Headstart programs.
As a middle-aged introvert, I love reading, writing, and playing video games. My best buddies are my two bearded dragons, Beau and Rudy, who I take to my parents' farm during the summer to get sunshine and exercise.
TZTS 24-25 Academic Calendar
Shout out to all the amazing TZ teachers! Wopida tanka for all you do for our kids! We appreciate your hard work and dedication! 💙🦅
Meet the Staff!
Megan Hilpert
About me: Hi, I'm the High School Counselor and my main focus when working with the students is Academics, College, and Career. I've been working in education for 20 years. I live on my family farm and have 3 children. Our English Mastiff, Rainbow Princess, aka Bo-Bo is a student favorite when he visits school.
Education: I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Education from Northern State University and after 9 years of teaching, I completed my Master's Degree in School Counseling.
Student Quotes-
"Megan's like an extra mom to all of us, she always there when we need her."
"Megan just loves all of us!"
Family Field Day!
Family day P3
Family day P2 💙
Family field day was a success! Everyone had a blast! Wopida tanka parent committee for hosting! We appreciate you! Shout out to Smoke Signals BBQ for catering, Tom for being the DJ, the staff that helped out, and the parents that came! What an awesome day! 💙
Tomorrow from 12pm -3pm at TZ football field. 💖
Don't forget ADHD parent training at 4:15 today in Karen Finks room.
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Meet the Staff!
Eric Heath
About me: I am the HS Principal. I have three daughters and they all love to play golf. I enjoy working with kids and watching them learn.
Education: I earned my undergrad at Metropolitan State College of Denver, then moved to SD and received my masters in school counseling. I few years later I earned my specialist degree in administration. I have been at Tiospa Zina a total of 22 years.
Student Quotes-
"No matter what, Eric cares about all of us and he does his best to help us anyway he can."
"Even when we're in trouble, Eric still talks to us and tries to solve the problem. I really like that about him."
8th grade graduation 💙
Don't forget ‼️ Parent committee meeting today at 4:00 pm. See you soon! 🙂
2024 Graduation Wacipi Reminder!!
ADHD Parent Training May 1st
Seniors enjoyed eating pizza while completing their Financial Aid and scholarships with Gary from Trio and Megan the high school counselor. Thank you Native American Pathways & the American Indian College Fund for providing us with some fun incentives & food this year for our seniors!
