Staff Directory

Counselor at CRHS. I like to throw plastic and Tottenham.

I have 11 years of experience teaching middle school engineering in Fairfax County, Virginia.  I taught middle school STEM at Robert Stuart Middle School for 4 years.  I am excited to build up the high school engineering program at Canyon Ridge High School

I grew up in a small community in Northern Utah. I moved to Idaho in 2008 for potatoes. I love all things made with potatoes. I actually got a job in a potato factory. Shortly after that I met my wife of now 13 years and we have one Son. We enjoy raising horses, cattle, chickens, dogs and pigs in the future.

I love science. I have my own microscope at home and regularly study the cytology of my animals. I also love to do as much of my own lab testing as I can. I enjoy working with your and teaching science is the best of both worlds.

I am super exited to be at Canyon Ridge, everyone here has been wonderful to work with and this district has a great culture. I have herd many great things about Canyon Ridge and the Twin Falls District, I am sure that I will have a great experience teaching here.

Ms. Bauman was born in Salt Lake City, UT and grew up in Boise. After living in Texas and California she decided to return to Idaho and continue her education. Currently she is teaching at Canyon Ridge High School, and loving it! She also enjoys time with her boyfriend and toy poodle, Lyla. They enjoy attending basketball games, traveling, going to concerts, and time with their students.

Mrs. Buckley is an English teacher who has been at Canyon Ridge High School since 2009. She graduated from BYU-Idaho with a Bachelor’s in English Secondary Education and studied drama along with Creative Writing.

Mrs. Bullion is a science enthusiast and is very passionate about Biology. In her spare time she enjoys family time with her husband and two young children.

Mick is a Twin Falls native with 15 years of leadership experience. This is his 2nd year teaching at Canyon Ridge and couldn’t be happier to continue his career in the community he grew up in.

Sophomore US History Teacher, Head Girls Basketball Coach

Muriel teaches Financial Literacy and Algebra 1. It is her belief that every student deserves to be cared about, loved, and respected for who they are. She lives in Twin Falls, Idaho with her family where she enjoys hot yoga, hiking, paddle boarding, exploring state and national parks, and collecting sand from her adventures.

Born and raised in Idaho. Married a New England guy and lived in New Hampshire to raise our family. Happy to be back in Idaho teaching at Canyon Ridge High School!

Welcome to Family and Consumer Sciences! I am Mrs. Franklin! This year, I am teaching Parenting & Child Development and Early Childhood Professions, Teen Living and Foods & Nutrition. I love teaching Family and Consumer Sciences classes and getting students involved in hands-on learning.
My Family and Consumer Sciences journey began in High School when, as a student, I took a Foods class that created my passion for all these Family Consumer Science. I have a BS degree in Family Consumer Science Education and Elementary Education with a minor in Library Science.
This is my thirteenth year as a FCS teacher. My husband (Sam Franklin) are both teachers here at the Ridge. Growing up in Alaska taught me to be creative and resourceful. Therefore, I cannot wait to challenge and inspire this year’s class of FCS students. I am lifelong learner, and it my goal to is constantly challenging myself to improve student learning, keep students motivated and engaged and make learning a lifelong enjoyment. I want all students to be successful, and I feel that I offer a classroom environment that is conducive to success.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns, or suggestions that you may have. You may email me for the quickest response, but feel free to contact me at school as well.

Magna cum Laude in Secondary Education with English endorsement from Great Basin College

I was born and raised in Twin Falls, Idaho. I graduated from TFHS in 2009 then continued my undergraduate education at Idaho State University where I obtained my B.S. in Secondary Education in 2014. I am currently obtaining my M.Ed. in P-12 Education Administration through Idaho State University. I am happily married and have two amazing children. This will be my 9th year in education and I am thrilled to be here at Canyon Ridge High School! Go Hawks!

Before Canyon Ridge, I taught in Shoshone for six years and coached boys soccer in Bliss for two. My wife works at Rock Creek teaching kindergarten, and our daughter, Lucy, is five months old.

This is my third year teaching business. I have been in the business world since 1994. I have been a licensed Realtor since 2003. I have worked in a real estate office as an executive administrative assistant since 1998. Other business fields I have experience with include legal secretary, retail/merchandising, hotel front desk, fast food management, owning private companies, data entry for the USPS, running a nonprofit corporation, human resources and many advisory boards for various causes. I am married and we have two daughters who are actively pursuing college degrees.  My goal is to make a difference in the lives of our students and show them skills that they need to succeed in life.  I currently teach courses such as: Microsoft Office, Personal Finance, Business Management and Business Law & Ethics.

I’m a Capricorn, whatever that means. Someday, I want to own a skunk.

This is Mr. Isaacs’ seventh year teaching Theatre and Speech at CRHS. He got his Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre and Speech Education with a minor in Russian Education from BYU – Idaho. Mr. Isaacs is very passionate about theatre and enjoys sharing that passion with his talented students.

I was born in raised here in Twin Falls ID. I love this community and enjoy being a part of the Riverhawk family!  This is my 5^th year at CRHS and before that  I taught 2 years at a charter school in Gooding ID. I have a Bachelor’s degree from ISU and a Master’s from U of I. I am a girls basketball coach here at the Ridge and love to be involved with many sports and activities. My wife and I have been married for 8 years and have a 3 year old daughter and 1 year old twins!! Yes we are busy!

This is my 6th year at Canyon Ridge High School.  I spent time at 3 High Schools and 2 Middle Schools in Utah before coming to Idaho.  I have a son Hamilton who 2 years from Canyon Ridge who attends the University of Chicago.  I have a son and daughter who will be graduating this year from Twin Falls and Canyon Ridge.  My wife teaches at Oregon Trail Elementary School.  I assist with the Boys Basketball team and really enjoy sports.  Originally from Boston, MA and love all Boston sports teams.

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I am a 20 year veteran working in high school doing a variety of counseling duties and even longer working with at-risk youth. I am passionate about helping students open doors for their future selves to walk through. I support an inclusive, diverse, and supportive learning environment to allow every student to achieve in all areas of life to the best of their ability! I’m excited and honored to be part of the Canyon Ridge team!

I love helping everyone that I can. Kindness and respect are my top priorities for all.

I graduated with AS degree from North Idaho College and my BS degree from the University of Idaho. Since college I have lived in 3 different countries for over 9 years, Malaysia, Israel and Ethiopia. If you count California, then I have lived in 4 different countries over the last 24 years 🙂 I have 3 boys and a wonderful wife. Two of my boys are seeking degrees at the University of Idaho and my other son and his wife are finishing up their master degrees at Idaho State University.

Wendie has worked in education for 30 years. She has taught English, history, government, ESL, and online classes for the Idaho Digital Learning Alliance. She has also participated in the Idaho Association of Bilingual Education and the Idaho Coaching Network.

I am Sue Nelson and I have been teaching math for over 25 years. Thirteen years in Roswell, NM, 6 years at Twin Falls High, and started at Canyon Ridge High when it opened in 2009. I am from Wyoming, by way of Kansas. I attended Eastern New Mexico University (go Greyhounds) in Portales, New Mexico and graduated in 1990 with a Bachelors of Science – Honors in Mathematics.
I was born a Jayhawker, but have been a Viking, a Wrangler, a Greyhound, a Coyote, a Bruin, and finally a Riverhawk. My proudest time has been here at CRHS and being a Riverhawk!

Kristy is originally from Seattle, WA. She and her husband have been part of Twin Falls for 20 years, raising 3 children. Kristy has taught for 21 years and is happy to be a part of the district in which she lives.

I was raised and attended school in Green River, Wyoming. In 1989, I graduated from the University of Wyoming with a bachelor of science degree in secondary science education. I have been teaching science for 28 years. Previously, I taught at Jackpot Combined School for twenty five years, followed by a year at Jerome Middle School. This is my 4th year at Canyon Ridge High School. I have been married for 31 years to my wife, Cindy Oneida, who is a teacher. We have two sons, Skyler Oneida and Elias Oneida, whom both attend CRHS. I enjoy hunting, fishing, camping, and watching my sons play football and baseball.

My name is Miranda Ostrowski and I am a graduate from Elgin-New Leipzig High School located in North Dakota. I hold Bachelor of Science Degrees in Biology – Secondary Education and Environmental Health from Dickinson State University (ND) as well as a Master of Science degree in biology from the University of Nebraska – Kearney. I strive to create an inclusive learning environment where I focus on making science education accessible to all through a use of phenomenon, modifications, and accommodations. I strive to develop a sense of wonder with my students so they can make a personal connection with the content and the world around them.

Transplanting from the Midwest, I’ve been with TFSD since 2017 and in Idaho since 2014. I have a wife and two wonderful children. In my free time, I enjoy reading, gaming, and travelling.

My Bio? “It is a tale…full of sound and fury, signifying nothing.” (Shakespeare, Macbeth)

I love to teach Geometry! I am a half time teacher (am)

I have been teaching math for 12 years. I also have a degree in Economics with a minor in Business. I am currently working on a masters degree in Applied Economics.

I teach Technical Math, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra 2, and College Algebra

The principal of the most caring, hardworking teachers, staff and students.

Mrs. Thomsen received her bachelor of music in music education from Boise State University. She is a Twin Falls native, and grew up playing soccer, softball, basketball, and danced for 13 years. At BSU, she joined the marching band and earned the position of Blue Thunder Drum Major for the 2012-2013 season. Mrs. Thomsen is a currently member of the Magic Valley Symphony and was just elected the Music Director for the Twin Falls Municipal Band. “Do what you love, and love what you do. Be an active member in your community and the world will be a better place”

I am an Idaho native. I have 8 children. I love teaching and talking to students.

My name is Darren Van Hofwegen. I have been teaching and coaching for 11 years throughout the state of Idaho. I am married, Angela, and together we have 3 very active kids. Bailey (10), Zeke (8) and Asher (6). I am a graduate of Boise State University. I am currently the boys basketball coach at Canyon Ridge. Love working with these young and talented athletes at Canyon Ridge! Go Hawks!

I have 3 beautiful daughters. I moved here from Upstate New York a few years ago and some of my hobbies include cooking, and spending time with my family.

Married to Chrissy for 17 years. One child, Christian. 23 years experience as a football coach, 8 years as a softball coach and 12 years as a baseball coach, with the last 4 as the Head Coach at Canyon Ridge

Mrs. Weatherford has lived in the Magic Valley since the age of 3. She attended and graduated from Twin Falls High School and attended the College of Southern Idaho and Boise State University. She was a Paraprofessional for 17 years before making her move into the office. She lives in Twin Falls with her husband Terry, has three beautiful daughters Leia (Chad), Allysha, Cassidy and three beautiful grandchildren Bexlee, Thayer and Holland.

I have an amazing husband and four wonderful children. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Math Education from Brigham Young University. My Master’s degree in Counseling and Educational psychology was earned at University of Nevada Reno. I’m a morning person, my favorite number is 42, I’ve been bungee jumping, and I only have one kidney.