West Washington is proud to introduce our new In-School (ISD) monitor, Owen Wykoff. Alongside his wife Sara and their three kids, Finn, Sawyer, and Josie, the Wykoff family relocated from Colorado to Indiana two years ago.
Guiding Students Back on Track: In his role as the ISD monitor, Mr. Wykoff plays a crucial part in building relationships with students and helping them find their way back to the path of learning. “My role at West Washington is to monitor the In-School Detention (ISD) program. As the ISD monitor, I get to connect and listen to students in order to get them back on track in the classroom doing what they do best, learning!” explained Mr. Wykoff.
Community Spirit at West Washington: Mr. Wykoff has been impressed by the school's ability to rally its community around education. He admires the dedication of the staff and the support of the larger community, reflecting the school's commitment to its students. "The impression I took of the people and facilities here at West Washington was that they are outstanding! Never before have I seen camaraderie amongst students like I have seen here at West Washington, and never before have I seen a staff as professional and dedicated to a common goal! This school rocks," stated Mr. Wykoff.
A Diverse Background of Service: Mr. Wykoff has an extensive background, having served 20 years in the military, where he specialized in Special Forces Intelligence and Communications. After leaving the military, he shifted his focus to caring for his children and pursuing his passion for forestry and ecology. His diverse experiences include:
Cultural education within Middle Eastern and Eastern European countries
Associate degree in Persian-Farsi, can speak fluently
Avid National Park enthusiast, having visited 36 parks
Worked with and for the USDA under the US Forestry Service
Worked with and presented in a professional business setting to the White House Military Office
Worked as an advisor with the State Department and Department of National Intelligence as a liaison to his unit
Over 14 years of physical training under the THOR program, which employs several individuals in exercise science who have worked alongside professional league teams in multiple sports.
Passion for the Outdoors: Outside of work, Mr. Wykoff is an avid enthusiast of forestry and ecology. His love for the outdoors is shared by his entire family. They have a passion for exploring new places, with their most memorable adventure being a cross-country trip from Colorado to Indiana, visiting four National Parks along the way. Mr. Wykoff has even developed a forestry management plan for his family's land and continues to deepen his knowledge through classes and exploration.
Join us in welcoming Owen Wykoff and his family to West Washington! We are fortunate to have such a dedicated and accomplished individual on our team.
