Principal & Assistant Principal

Fox Hills Elementary School

Cole Zarak
Principal
Cole.Zarak@k12.nd.us

I grew up in Wahpeton, North Dakota and graduated from Wahpeton Senior High in 2006. I decided to follow in my father’s footsteps and become a teacher. I graduated from Minnesota State University of Moorhead with a Bachelor of Science in Education. I have taught 4th grade, 6th grade social studies and 8th grade social studies. I graduated from Minnesota State University Moorhead with a Masters degree in Educational Leadership in 2019.

My wife DeAnna graduated from Wahpeton as well. We have two daughters, Jocelyn and Isla. Jocelyn is 3 years old and loves playing at the park, going to the pool and baking. Isla is 1 and enjoys playing with her sister, playing with dolls, dancing and going for walks. We enjoy spending time together as a family and enjoy the wonderful community in Watford City. Go Wolves!

Dorea Tomlinson
Assistant Principal
Dorea.Tomlinson@k12.nd.us

A little bit about Mrs. Tomlinson

I was born in Columbus, Ohio and still bleed scarlet and grey. While I was growing up, my family moved around to various communities in Ohio for my dad’s job. I graduated from Federal Hocking High School in Stewart, Ohio. My Bachelor of Science degree is in Elementary Education with an emphasis on mathematics was awarded from The Ohio University (OU) in Athens, Ohio.  I continued with graduate studies at OU obtaining a Master of Education in Talented and Gifted Education. I later received my administration credentials from the University of Dayton. During my career in education, I have experienced teaching and coaching in various capacities from kindergarten through eighth grade.

My husband Eric and I have three children, Emma, Zach, and Nicole, who all attend school here in Watford City and participate in various activities including: golf, band, choir, and hockey. We have four dogs, a Yorkie named Abby, and three Labs, Dolly, Beau, and Minnie. When I have a chance I enjoy traveling and crafting.