Dr. Christine Moloney has over 25 years in education and has a demonstrated history of working in primary and secondary education. She brings extensive experience in executive leadership, educational technology, STEM education, instructional design, and curriculum development. Dr. Moloney earned her Associate of Arts and Sciences from Pierce Community College, her Bachelors of Arts from Pacific Lutheran University, and her Masters of Educational Leadership from City University of Seattle. She received her Doctorate of Education (Ed. D.) focused on Educational Leadership from City University of Seattle in 2014.
Before serving as the Superintendent in Chehalis, she served 10 years in the Bethel School District as a teacher, dean of students, education specialist, assistant principal and principal, and over 15 years in the Puyallup School District. While in Puyallup, Dr. Moloney was a principal for seven years before moving into instructional leadership as a director and executive director. Her time at Puyallup culminated in the chief academic officer’s role, where she served as an area superintendent overseeing 8,000 students in 14 schools and 21 administrators. She also served as Principal Faculty for City University of Seattle teaching in the Educational Leadership masters and doctoral programs. She has been a field supervisor for superintendent interns as well as principal interns and is past president of Region 111 Washington Association of School Administrators (15 school districts in Pierce County).
Dr. Moloney lives in Chehalis with her husband, two children (who attend Chehalis schools), two cats, one dog, one dwarf hamster, and two Flemish giant bunnies. She loves spending time with her family and paddle boarding.
Ed.D.
City University of Seattle
Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership
Superintendent’s Credentials
City University of Seattle
Appointed:
2020
M. Ed.
Masters, Leadership and Administration
B.A.
Pacific Lutheran University
Bachelor of Arts, History, Earth Science and 4-12 Teacher Certification
A.A.
Pierce College at Puyallup
Associate of Arts
Email:
cmoloney@chehalisschools.org
Telephone:
(360) 807-7200
Dr. Brian Fox is an experienced professional educator with 35 years of experience. He has served as elementary and middle school teacher, and administrator at the building and district level. Dr. Fox is skilled in K-12 Education with proven leadership in developing partnerships with businesses and non-profits, and building leadership capacity in others. From Seattle Pacific University, Dr. Fox earned a Bachelor’s degree in 1985 and a Master’s degree in 1989. With a focus on parent and community engagement using digital communications, he earned a Doctor of Philosophy degree from Northwest Nazarene University in 2016. Dr. Fox currently serves on faculty with City University of Seattle and mentors teachers in the principal preparation program.
Prior to coming to Chehalis, Dr. Fox served as chief communications officer in the Puyallup School District where he also served as director of instructional leadership with a focus on highly capable programs, social studies, world languages, and arts education. Dr. Fox also comes to Chehalis with experience as an assistant principal in Orting, and classroom teacher in Eatonville.
Dr. Fox and his wife, Bethany have raised four children and enjoy their role as grandparents to six grandchildren.
Ph.D.
Northwest Nazarene University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Educational Leadership
M.Ed.
Seattle Pacific University
Master’s Degree, Curriculum and Instruction
B.A.
Seattle Pacific University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Education
Appointed:
2020
Email:
bfox@chehalisschools.org
Telephone:
(360) 807-7200
Centralia Community College
B.A.
Washington State University
Business Administration
Appointed:
2010
Email:
hpinkerton@chehalisschools.org
Telephone:
(360) 807-7200
M.Ed.
Educational Administration
Years in District:
1996 to present
E-mail:
dgregory@chehalisschools.org
Telephone:
(360) 807-7200
Trisha Smith came to the Chehalis School District in July of 2012 as the principal of R.E. Bennett Elementary and is now the Director of Teaching and Learning for Chehalis School District. Trisha graduated from Washington State University in 1986. While at WSU, Trisha majored in Elementary Education and a minor in Social Studies. Trisha earned her M.A. in School Administration from Heritage University in 2000. Trisha enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Trisha is an avid WSU Cougar fan.
Washington State University
M.A.
Heritage University
Principal Certification
Heritage University
Washington State University
M.A.
City University
Principal Certification
Seattle Pacific University
Appointed:
2006
Email:
bellingson@chehalisschools.org
Web site:
Orin C. Smith Elementary School
Telephone:
(360) 807-7225
Saint Martin’s University
M.A.
University of Washington, Bothell
Principal Certification
University of Washington, Bothell
Appointed:
2014
E-mail:
rdorsey@chehalisschools.org
Email:
rhunt@chehalisschools.org
Web Site:
James W. Lintott Elementary School
Telephone:
360-807-7215
Brenda has spent 23 years in education. She started her teaching career as the self- management teacher for grades K-6 for the Chehalis/ Centralia Special Education Cooperative. She was previously a 4th grade teacher in Centralia and a Special Education Teacher at Chehalis Middle School. She served as a Special Education Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) in Tumwater School District and was Tumwater’s Supervisor of Special Education. She served as the Assistant Director of Special Education for the Chehalis/ Centralia Special Education Cooperative. She has been an Assistant Principal at Cascade and R.E. Bennett and beginning in fall 2018 will be at James W. Lintott Elementary.
She enjoys traveling, photography, and spending time with family.
St. Martin’s University
M.A.
Antioch University
Principal Certification
University of Washington
Appointed:
2014
E-mail:
bpohlman@chehalisschools.org
Chehalis-Centralia Student Support Cooperative
1265 SW Pacific Avenue
Chehalis, WA 98532
Office:
(360) 807-7245
Fax:
(360) 748-8767
Olympic College
B.A.
Western Washington University
M.A.
City University
Principal Certification
City University
Appointed:
2006 Cascade Elementary, Principal
2012 CMS, Principal
Centralia Community College
B.A.
Eastern Washington University
M.A.
City University
Master of Education Technology Education
Master of Education School Administration
Rick Goble came to the Chehalis School District in 2014. Prior to his time here in Chehalis, he has served as a teacher, coach, athletic director, high school principal and district office program supervisor. Rick graduated from Central Washington University in 1998. While at CWU, Rick majored in History and received a minor in Physical Education. Rick earned his Master of Education degree from Regent University in 2002, his Principal Certification in 2007 and his Superintendent certification in 2013, both from Seattle Pacific University. Rick enjoys hiking, camping, photography and spending time with his family.
Central Washington University
M.Ed.
Regent University
Principal Certification
Seattle Pacific University
Executive Leadership/Superintendent Certification
Seattle Pacific University
Appointed:
2014
B.A.
Western Washington University
Business Administration (1982)
B.S.
Central Washington University
Marketing Education (1986)
M.Ed.
Central Washington University
Business and Marketing Education (1991)
Principal Certification
Washington State University Vancouver (2007)
Email:
ttouhey@chehalisschools.org
Telephone:
(360) 740-3520
E-mail:
khowell@chehalisschools.org
Telephone:
(360) 807-7245 option 3
Office:
(360) 807-7245
Fax:
(360) 748-8767