My name is Sandy Thompson Wallace, and I am proud to be serving the membership of TOTEM Association as your President. I am in my 30th year with ASD. I have worked as a noon duty; para substitute; Special Programs Para and as an Administrative Assistant/Registrar before being elected to the TOTEM Presidency. I know how hard our TOTEM bargaining unit works, and how much they care about the students, families, and staff they serve. Recognition of the value that we bring to the district is paramount to recruiting and retaining the necessary staff that is needed. That value needs to be reflected in wages paid, healthcare and other benefits received and a safe, well-staffed work environment

Hi, I am Alicia Woods. I have been with ASD and TOTEM for 26 years. I have worked as a Parent Worker/Noon Duty, substitute para pro, and an elementary school secretary in a Title 1 school. Now, I am the Administrative Assistant at Denali Montessori and the Treasurer of TOTEM. This year will be the 3rd time I have been on the negotiation team, and I am excited to show the district that changes are needed to make ASD a great workplace.  

Hi. I am Amanda Marley. I have worked for the district for 17 years. My current position is a paraprofessional educator for Preschool at Williwaw Elementary. I have lived in Anchorage for over 30 years. I am serving on the Board as Vice President. This will be my third time as a negotiator for your TOTEM contract. When not volunteering my time with TOTEM, you’ll find me out on the trails or traveling. 

Hello! My name is Richara Binion and I’m a product of the Anchorage School District. I've worked for the district for the past 21 years and currently work as a paraprofessional in the SBBS Program at Kasuun Elementary. This is my second time as a member of the negotiation team for TOTEM. When not working or volunteering at school, you can find me attending Special Olympic events, spending time with family and friends or reading a good book.

Hello, my name is Tammy Hanson. I have been a member of the TOTEM union since 2000.  I began working for ASD as a Resource TA in 2000 where I worked at the same elementary school I attended as a child, Wonder Park Elementary home of the ALL STARS! Over the past 26 years I have worked in various roles including noon duty, room mom, PTA Board Member and now Administrative Assistant. I am proud to be part of the TOTEM Contract Negotiations Team. 

Hello, my name is Leah Parks. I have been an ELL Tutor with the Anchorage School District for the past 10 years. Prior to that I have been a Special Education Para, Kindergarten Para and have subbed in the office as well as been a Crossing Guard and Noon Duty. I have 20 collective years with the District and look forward to many more. I am excited to be a part of the wonderful negotiating team working hard for our TOTEM Contract.