Tonight, the Board of Education is proud to recognize 11 dedicated staff members who will be retiring at the end of the 2025–2026 school year.

Together, these remarkable individuals represent 304 years of service to Clear Creek Amana. Their work has impacted generations of students, families, and colleagues across our district, and we are deeply grateful for their commitment and care.

This year’s retirees include:

Leanne Amelon, 3rd Grade Teacher, 36 years of service
Marla Austin, Middle School Elective Teacher, 25 years of service
Steve Clark, Middle School/High School Industrial Technology Teacher, 47 years of service
Lynne Doehrmann, North Bend Elementary Teacher, 24 years of service
Brad Fox, Middle School and Amana Elementary Principal, 22 years of service
Colleen Huedepohl-Conrad, Amana Elementary Building Secretary, 36 years of service
Susan McKenna-Macumber, East Ridge Elementary Art Teacher, 28 years of service
Tina Prusha, Amana Elementary Aide, 21 years of service
Ron Reihman, North Bend Elementary Building Engineer, 17 years of service
Anita Reihmann, Amana Elementary Title 1 Teacher, 23 years of service
Jeff Villhauer, Oak Hill Elementary 2nd Grade Teacher, 25 years of service

A special note of recognition goes to Steve Clark, who has served Clear Creek Amana since 1979, dedicating 47 years to our students and schools.

While not all retirees are able to join us this evening, we are honored to celebrate the eight staff members in attendance tonight. On behalf of the Board of Education and the entire Clear Creek Amana community, thank you for your extraordinary service and congratulations on your well-earned retirement.

First row: Superintendent Aaron Davidson, Leanne Amelon, Colleen Huedepohl-Conrad, Lynne Doehrmann, Marla Austin. Second row: Anita Reihmann, Tina Prusha, Steve Clark, Jeff Villhauer, Board Member Abdouramane Bila, Board Member Gabe Schaapveld.