As I prepare to close this chapter of my career after 34 wonderful years in education; 20 years as a teacher in Montana, 12 years as the principal of Forks High School, and the past 2 years as Forks K-12 Alternative Learning school principal, I want to express my deepest gratitude. It has been an incredible journey and I am truly thankful for the opportunity to have worked alongside so many exceptional teachers, staff, students, parents, and members of the Forks community. Your support, dedication and resilience have made this educational experience meaningful and inspiring.

I am proud of what we have accomplished together and will cherish the memories we have created. I am deeply grateful to my family who have been my steadfast support throughout my career and life. To my husband, Mark Feasel, who served as

Forks High School Head Football Coach, Athletic Director, Mathematics Teacher and Edgenuity Instructor. Your unwavering support, encouragement, and partnership have meant the world to me! Thank you for always being there, sharing your wisdom, and lifting me up.

To my son Dustin Feasel, a dedicated talented Junior High STEM/CTE teacher and Jr. High and High School Basketball Coach.Your ongoing kindness, strength, extensive knowledge and dedication inspire me every day! And to my daughter-in-law, Courtnie Feasel, you are an amazing and talented middle school PE/Health Teacher and HS Softball Coach. Your passion, dedication and commitment to your students is beyond commendable!

My family……YOU are all my heart, my greatest supporters and I cherish you more than words can express.

I also would like to extend my deepest respect and gratitude to a select group of extraordinary staff members I had the opportunity to work alongside while at Forks High School, whose unwavering commitment and integrity have left an impact on our district and forever in my heart. These individuals exemplify the highest of standards of professionalism and dedication, consistently going above and beyond to serve our students and community.

Lindsey Jorgensen – Mathematics teacher, Tammy Klebe – Librarian/ Concessions/world best multitasker, Dr. Bill Cavill – Art teacher , Angela Cavill – FHS Counselor, Ashley Debriae -Fraker – K-12 ALE Teacher, Kathryn Kent – FHS Counselor, Tom Kent – Dean of Students, Christina Murry – 9-12 English teacher/AP instructor , Jake Peters- Special Education teacher , Shelley Castellano – Culinary/CTE teacher, Jananne Meyer- K-12 ALE Teacher, Judi Whitehead – 9-12 ALE Teacher, Cindy Spade -ALE Secretary, Kirsten McCraken- Instructional Coach/ PD Coordinator/Assessment Coordinator, Jenn LeDuke – Behavior Specialist/Volleyball Coach, Bill Cantrell – ALE Para-instructor, Diane Cowles – K-12 Homeschool Plus Instructor, Jerry Deford – Mathematics teacher/Varsity Baseball Coach, Carol VanderVeur – Special Education/

YearBook Advisor, Pam Gale- Teacher Sub/Track Coach, Danny Winger- Auto’s & Welding/CTE teacher, Tony Demorest – School Security/Football Coach, Clare Highfield- PE/Health teacher , Trevor Highfield – PE/Health teacher /Varsity Football Coach, Guadalupe Silva – Special Education teacher , Hilary Norbisrath – Special Education Coordinator, Alex Fuller – Mathematics teacher , Tiffany Oursland- Culinary/CTE teacher , Paul Oursland- Mathematics teacher, Berlinda James Instructional support/Backpack program, Chris Tule – ASB Secretary, the late Linda Boyd – Special Education teacher, Connie Munson – FHS Counselor, Katie Moser -Special Education teacher, Tony Moser – Special Education teacher / Football Coach, Charloe Penn- Title VI/ Native Advocate, Al Schibner – Digital design /CTE teacher, Katie Kent – Special Education teacher, Danny Kent – Mathematics teacher, Wendy Bennet – Art teacher, Charles Urlacher –

Social Studies teacher/Asst. High School Football Coach, Pay Vaughan – Alternative school teacher, Rex Wel- FHS principal, Pai Fouts- Jr. High Principal, Kevin Rawie – Vice Principal, Lisa Navarro – Elementary Principal, Rick Gale- Former School Board Member, Brian Pederson – Former Board member, Starla Damen – Former Board Member, Jesse Wilson – QVSD Maintenance secretary, the late Linda Scarlet – QVSD Maintenance Secretary, Bill Henderson- Maintenance Supervisor, Traci Hurn- Admin. Assistant to Teaching & Learning, Tina Hagen- Athletics & Activities Secretary, Jan Haugen – Director of Finance, Lonnie Archibald – Spartan Photography expert and last but not least , Courtnie Feasel -PE/Health & High School Softball Coach, Dustin Feasel – CTE/ Jr. High & High School basketball Coach, and Mark Feasel – Mathematics, Edgenuity Instructor, Former Varsity Head Football Coach and Athletic Director.

Your passion, honesty, expertise, and unwavering commitment to education has inspired so many students, staff, educators and community members. Your integrity and dedication are the foundation of a school’s success and I am privileged to have worked alongside such remarkable professionals. Thank you all for enhancing my leadership abilities!

To all the educators and staff at Forks Middle School and Forks Elementary, I want to extend my sincere appreciation for the friendships, support, and meaningful connections I have had the privilege to build over the last 14 years. Working alongside such passionate and caring professionals has enriched my life both personally and professional.

As I step away, I hope that our district continues to value openness, transparency, and a steadfast commitment to ethical morals and practices.

These principles should always be at the heart of administration and the school board. Please know that those who remain loyal, committed and ethical have a trusted support system in you.

Lastly, thank you parents for entrusting me with your children over the last 14 years. I am proud of what our teachers, students, and families have achieved together. I wish the best for the School District and Community!

Farewell and thank you!

Cindy M. Feasel

Forks K-12 ALE Principal

“If you value your integrity, then be prepared to take a beating from those who have none”