My name is Chelsea Gilgore and I teach first grade at Coe Elementary. After obtaining a Master's degree in Education from Simmons College in Boston, MA, I taught both general education and special education. I taught in Brookline, MA for one year in a second grade classroom and in Natick, MA for two years in a co-taught elementary classroom. A move home to Washington state brought me to Coe, where I am passionate about helping every child reach their full potential. As a graduate of UW (Go Huskies!) and a past Seattleite, I am grateful to be home pursuing my passion.

Hello! I am Ms. Godoy, and I am thrilled to be a teachers teacher! I aim to create a platform for students to develop their creative potential as storytellers, innovators, and participants in their communities. One of the best parts of second grade, in my opinion, is the exploration that happens; we are able to build off of students’ brilliant observations and curiosities. My goal is always to create a classroom atmosphere that benefits from the wealth of knowledge that every student brings. Honoring different perspectives and experiences while forming new ones.

Here is a little about me:

I’ve known I’ve wanted to be a teacher since I was in the first grade when I would hold reading classes in the kitchen for my younger sister. Everything I learned in school, I would rush home to teach her. While kitchen-school lit my fire to teach, I learned how to apply my passion for teaching in a practical way during my studies at UW Bothell. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with an endorsement in teaching multilingual students. Learning to create linguistically affirming classrooms was important to me because I was born in El Salvador and grew up in California. The ability to speak Spanish has helped me stay connected to my family, my grandmothers’ stories, and overall culture. Spanish also connected my family to the vital community that supported our journey and walked alongside us through joyful and difficult seasons. Needless to say, my first language and cultural background has been a rich resource in my learning and teaching and has set a precedent for how I wish to approach my students as well. I hope to engage students with their own rich resources. Aside from teaching, I enjoy kayaking, picnics, and exploring Washington’s many hiking trails with my husband.

I am excited to meet and work alongside you to serve Coe students so that they may feel known, safe, inspired, challenged, and empowered. I look forward to a memorable year!

My name is Kate Goodin and I have been teaching at Coe since 2017.  I am a native of Austin, Texas and attended The University of Texas at Austin for my undergraduate degree.  I moved to Seattle in 2011 and earned a Masters in Education from Seattle University.  Prior to teaching at Coe, I taught at University Child Development School in the U-District.  I live in Magnolia with my two cats, Dorothy Ann and Walter.

I grew up in Spokane and moved to Seattle to attend the University of Washington. After graduating I did all kinds of interesting jobs including working at a ski resort in Utah and teaching English in Japan. Years later I received my Master in Teaching from Seattle University. My husband and I have lived on Queen Anne for over 25 years. Our own children were fortunate enough to attend Coe Elementary. You may see me gardening, running, at the Market, or in the bookstore travel section. I have taught grades K-5 but feel especially lucky to be teaching fourth graders with my amazing team.

My name is Olivia Ivie and I am very excited to continue teaching at Coe! I started teaching kindergarten in 2014 and have been at Coe since 2019. I have previously taught in both Oklahoma and Texas before moving to Seattle with my husband in 2019. I have a Bachelors in Early Childhood Education from the University of Oklahoma and a Masters in education with a focus on literacy from the University of Texas at Arlington. In my free time, I love to explore and learn more about Washington, read, and play with my puppies. Our kindergarten time together will be devoted to developing a solid foundation for our littlest Cougars. One of my main goals is to help your child develop a lifelong love for school and learning!

This community is something special! Previously, I've taught 5th grade at Coe, as well as 4th and 5th grades in the Renton School District. I grew up in the South Puget Sound and received my BA and MAT from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma where I also played basketball (go Loggers!) Helping students to love learning, discover their passions, think critically, and develop interpersonally makes teaching such a joy. Outside of school I love mountain biking, playing and watching basketball (go Storm!), reading a good book, snuggling with my cat, and eating ice cream.

Having taught for over 20 years in San Francisco and Seattle, I am very excited to be part of the 3rd grade team at Coe. I was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area and moved to Seattle in 2016 with my husband and two boys. I have taught kindergarten, 1st, 2nd and most recently, 3rd grade. I have a Master’s degree in Teaching, with a focus on Environmental Education. I am also a National Board Certified Teacher. When I'm not teaching, I love playing tennis, sewing costumes, and going to the beach with my boys.

My name is Katy McDermott and I am the school nurse at Coe. I grew up in Madison, Wisconsin  and received my Bachelors of Science in Nursing at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. I have worked as a nurse since 2009. My past experience includes labor and delivery and most recently as the LGBTQ+ Veteran Care Coordinator at the VA Puget Sound Health Care System. I moved to Seattle in 2014 with my husband on our one year wedding anniversary because we were looking for an adventure. We quickly fell in love with this city and have made it our home with our two young daughters and dog. I am very excited to be a part of the Coe community and look forward to helping your kids stay safe and healthy this year!

I love teaching 3rd grade at Coe! I have been teaching at Coe since 2010 and spent 5 years teaching in the Resource Room. I attended Western Washington University where I studied Special and Elementary Education. I have a Masters in Literacy from SPU. I live in Greenwood with my husband Conor, daughter Sloane, son Silas, and two cats. My favorite part about teaching is seeing students set goals and celebrate their success as learners. Outside of school I enjoy cooking, traveling, biking, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.

My name is Steven McGregor and I'm happy to be teaching second grade at Coe!  I am a Northwest native who grew up in Renton, Washington. I attended Western Washington University in Bellingham, where in 1999 I received my B.A. in Political Science, Economics, and Philosophy. After graduating and moving back to Seattle, I worked for several years in non-profit healthcare administration. In 2007, I decided to change course in my career and I enrolled in the master's program at Antioch University. I earned a Master of Education degree in 2008.   Prior to teaching first and second grades at Coe, I taught kindergarten for four years at Schmitz Park in West Seattle. I currently live in Magnolia with my husband and our three Portuguese Water Dogs, Kona, Indie, and London.

I am so happy to be at Coe. I first came to Coe in 2009 when my oldest child was in kindergarten. Since then all three of my children have gone though and graduated from Coe.  While my youngest was at Coe I began working as a tutor and later became an Instructional Assistant. I love working with students in K - 5th grade, and am incredibly lucky to work with an amazing staff and administration here at Coe. I am originally from San Francisco but have lived in Seattle for 16 years and love the Pacific Northwest. When I am not working I love spending time with my family and my two dogs.

My name is Erin Milligan and I am thrilled to be teaching kindergarten at Coe! I am from the Pacific Northwest originally and I also lived in France for two years. I have taught kindergarten for several years and my favorite part of teaching young children is fostering the substantial growth and independence of children through the year. I have previously taught in multi-lingual, arts-based, and accelerated academic programs. I live with my husband, our two young children, and dog and love to go on outdoor family adventures. I love being inspired every day by the staff, students, and families at Coe.

I began teaching in the Seattle School District in 1998. I love teaching elementary school.  I feel especially lucky to be working in the Coe community. My interests outside of teaching include sports and outdoor activities, landscape painting, and travel.

I am excited to be the office assistant at Coe.  I grew up in Rochester, Minnesota and went to St. Olaf College.  I moved to Seattle in 1992 and love living in such a beautiful place.  As a Coe parent from 2011 to 2022, I enjoyed volunteering in classrooms and serving on the PTA as well as working as a tutor for several years. I am happy to be a member of the office team and I enjoy  being part of the wonderful Coe community as a staff member.  Outside of my time at Coe, I spend time with my family, art, the outdoors and travel.

I am committed to educational excellence for every student and strive to ensure equity, access, and opportunity for all. I am excited to continue my educational career at Coe Elementary and recognize the impact of the community on the school and the school’s effect on the community. I look forward to learning and working with the families, teachers, staff and community at Coe Elementary.

I have been a part of the Coe community for over 10 years - as a parent, a volunteer, and now as an Instructional Assistant in the Resource Room. I was born and raised on the East coast and received my Bachelor of Arts in English from Boston College. I’ve called Seattle and Queen Anne home since 2003. I have tremendous respect and admiration for the Coe staff and love our amazing students and families. When I’m not at Coe, you can find me at kid activities for my son, Ryan and daughter, Jordan – or, walking my dog, Sailor. I look forward to continuing to give back to Coe, who has given so very much to me and my family over the years.

My name is Madison Russell and I am looking forward to another year here at Coe! After receiving my degree in Elementary Education from Seattle Pacific University, I taught English in Italy and spent some time traveling. Upon arriving back in Seattle in 2019, I began teaching third grade at Coe. Since then I have also received my Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Western Governors University. My favorite part of teaching is watching students become passionate about new topics and exceed their own expectations. When I’m not in the classroom you can find me gardening, reading in the corner of a coffee shop, or out on walks taking in the scenery.

I have been teaching for many years at Coe Elementary and I truly feel fortunate to work at this incredibly creative, vibrant, and innovative elementary school.  I love integrating subjects across curriculum and ensuring my students become confident, critical thinkers. I am also a mama and have three children at different schools in Seattle.  My husband is also a teacher, working at Lakeside School.  We enjoy taking the family hiking, swimming, and biking in our beautiful Pacific Northwest.  Seattle is a magical place and so is Coe Elementary.

My name is Annika Sgambelluri and I have been teaching Multilingual Learners in Seattle Public Schools since 2011.  I am a native Washingtonian and attended Western Washington University for my undergraduate degree and the University of Washington for my Masters in Teaching.  Prior to teaching, I worked in non-profit administration at the UW.  I love to travel with my family, including my two kids, and learn about all the amazing cultures in the world. I’ve been to over 25 different countries and four continents. When I’m not teaching, you’ll find me planning my next trip, learning Spanish, running around Green Lake, or hiking in our amazing Pacific Northwest mountains.