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Bett Craven Absher

City and state: Lakewood, WA

High school attended: Lakes High School

Graduation year: 1972

Current career/job:

Guidance Secretary at Harrison Preparatory School

Describe the path you took from high school graduation to where you are today:

After graduating in 1972, I was a stay-at-home mom and raised my two sons. I started working for Clover Park School District in 1984. I worked at both Lakeview Hope Academy and Harrison Prep. I worked as a paraeducator in a self-contained classroom, a health paraeducator and a secretary.

How did your experiences in Clover Park School District help prepare you for this path?

The people I worked with believe that anyone can do anything if they set their minds to it.

Who was the most influential teacher or administrator to you as a student in the district? Why?

Walter Ball was my most influential teacher. Being a shy student, he made me feel as if I was important. He always looked you in the eye when talking to you.

Do you have any favorite memories from when you attended school in Clover Park School District?

I loved Mr. Smith's art class. Artasia - Lakes' annual celebration of the arts - was my favorite time of year.

What opportunities exist in your career sector for new graduates? Is postsecondary education required for this field?

I feel no matter what field you are interested in, further education is going to help you get where you want to go.

10903 Gravelly Lake Drive SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

Phone:253-583-5000

Clover Park School District

Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District, 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr., SW, Lakewood, WA 98499-1341: Title IX Coordinator, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Civil Right Compliance Coordinator Greg Davis, Executive Director of Compliance and Student Services Contact the Executive Director of Compliance and Student Services (253) 583-5154. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights(OCR). Information about the district's nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint can be found here.