1st Grade

Hello! I went to Huntington University and have been teaching for 20 years! My husband is also a teacher at WCS and we have a son and daughter that both attend WHS. I have taught all grades 1-4 and this will be my 11th year teaching 1st grade at OJN. This will also be my 7th year coaching the girls varsity soccer team.

My name is Melva McLane and I have lived in Wabash for 22 years. I graduated from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana. I earned my Master's degree in Elementary Education with a major in science. I have been married for 38 years to my husband, Brian. We have 3 children, Kristina, William, and Michelle. We enjoy boating, playing tennis, spending time together, and being outdoors.

Hello! I received my Bachelor's Degree from Butler University. While at Butler, I was part of the Butler Women's Track team. I received my Masters Degree from Indiana Wesleyan University. I have taught for Wabash City Schools for 23 years. I taught 2nd Grade for 15 years and have been a 1st Grade teacher for the last 8 years. My husband and I reside in Wabash with our 3 boys and our dog, Rupp.

Hello! I am Mrs. Brae and I am part of the 1st grade team here at OJN. This will be my 5th year teaching, and my 4th year in 1st Grade here at OJN. Originally, I am from Kentucky. I attended college at Murray State University. In college, I met my husband who is originally from the area. That is how my journey here started. I am so excited to begin another year in a great school with the best students!

Hello! I live outside Wabash with my husband and our two daughters. I graduated from IPFW with a Bachelors of Education. This is my 15th year with WCS. I spent several years teaching 4th Grade and am getting ready to start my 4th year of teaching 1st Grade.

Hello! My name is Ms. Hix and this is my 22nd year teaching. I have taught Kindergarten, PLTW, and now 1st Grade. I went to Huntington College and got my Master's at Indiana Wesleyan University. I like to do all kinds of crafts. Anything from painting, making jewelry, crocheting, to making shirts with my Circuit.