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Hello, my name is Genia (pronounced "Gena") Rasmussen (pronounced "Ras` mus sen").

Trinidad State is a great place to build your educational experience! I have taught here since 1997. I earned my Master of Arts in Business Education at Adams State University, as well as my Bachelor's degree from ASU. After graduating from high school I attended what is now known as Ensign College, a community college where I completed my Associate of Applied Science degree in Accounting. I also hold Colorado Business Vocational Credentials.

Having a passion for accounting and office management, I possess 30+ years’ experience in maintaining financial records and preparing taxes for a small family business and worked as an administrative assistant for various companies in Colorado. I was the site coordinator for Tax Help Colorado for Valley Campus for 10 years and now I volunteer at a local AARP Tax Aide site. This is a free tax prep service for tax returns within the scope set by the IRS. It's a great opportunity to serve the community and stay up with tax law changes.

My husband also taught in the San Luis Valley for 30 years and we have three remarkable children. We have also been blessed with four granddaughters and a grandson who are awesomely amazing! I enjoy spending time with my family through various activities throughout the year. The grandchildren keep us laughing and entertained and we look forward to them coming to hang out with "Nana and Papa!" As our children were growing up we would take family trips throughout the United States. We even went to Hawaii and enjoyed the beautiful island life! We have traveled by train, plane and automobile! All three interesting ways to see the country! A few summers ago, we experienced a cruise in the Mediterranean Sea! Wow! We saw Venice, Florence and Rome, Italy. Then onto Athens, Greece and Barcelona Spain! All very magnificent but home is also dear to the heart! We also made a trip to Disneyland with our children and grandchildren which was very memorable! I love making memories with family!

As well, I enjoy quilting, reading, and exercising! I also enjoy meeting with a local podcast club where we discuss podcasts and even go on hike as we discuss what we listened to! Beautiful scenery to enjoy and great conversation!