Jen Raycroft
Principal

Jen Raycroft is a graduate of Butler University, where she studied Elementary and Special Education. She received her master’s degree from Ball State University in Educational Administration and Supervision. 

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I worked at an after-school program as a freshman in college. It was during this experience I was able to see the positive impact of strong relationships with students. I changed my major to education and haven’t looked back." 

Favorite elementary school memory
"I always enjoyed participating in my school’s science fair. Twice my partner and I were able to take our projects to city and state levels of competition. My favorite projects related to neuroscience, exploring correlations to memory and personality. It is still a topic I find fascinating!" 

Family
Mrs. Raycroft and her husband reside in Zionsville with their two daughters and two doodle dogs.  

Deb Pickett
Assistant Principal

Deb Pickett graduated from Indiana University (undergraduate) and Purdue University (graduate).

Favorite school memories
Going to the rectory to help fix meals for the parish. I played school with my dolls every chance I could get!

Family
Mrs. Pickett has four children, one daughter-in-law, one son-in-law, and two grandchildren.

Marchele Edwards
Administrative Assistant / Registrar

Marchele Edwards graduated from Indiana State University.

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite memory came in fifth grade. Mrs. Kavenaugh read Where the Red Fern Grows as a read aloud. This was the first time I had heard of the story. Every student was completely captivated by the story. By the end of the book, I had tears running down my cheeks. The story brought out such strong emotions in me and everyone else in class. I remember thinking that this is what words and stories are about. I’ve been hooked on reading ever since."

Family
Mrs. Edwards has been married to her husband Chris for 26 years. They have two children: Will (24) and Ali (24).

Sarah Sadlier
Administrative Assistant / Treasurer

Sarah Sadlier graduated from Indiana University (BS); Ball State University (MA); Chatham University (MFA).

Favorite elementary school memory
"My mom was an elementary school teacher, and when my sister and I were little, we would sometimes hang out in her classroom after school. My sister and I would draw pictures and write messages to her students on the chalkboards, and they would leave messages for us too. Trading little notes was always so exciting and mysterious."

Favorite elementary school memory as a child – My mom was an elementary school teacher, and when my sister and I were little, we would sometimes hang out in her classroom after school. My sister and I would draw pictures and write messages to her students on the chalkboards, and they would leave messages for us too. Trading little notes was always so exciting and mysterious!

Family
"My spouse and I live in Westfield with our two dogs and three cats."

Kristen Anderson

Grade Level
Universal Preschool IA in the 3/4 class

Kristen Anderson graduated from Indiana University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher since elementary school. I can name so many amazing teachers from kindergarten through high school. I loved teaching fourth grade for eight years and now get to enjoy preschool."

Favorite elementary school memory
Mrs. Anderson's favorite elementary school memory is playing a witch in the play, MacBeth.

Family
Mrs. Anderson has three grown children which she says is what makes being in preschool around the little ones so enjoyable.

Marissa Argus

All Grades
Literacy Coach

Marissa Argus graduated from Butler University, BS and MS.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I've always wanted to be a teacher (since first grade) and would play school at home with my dolls and stuffed animals, making worksheets and giving out stickers and stars.  I wanted to share the incredible joy I feel when I'm learning. I have many favorite teachers from over the years who I still think of often."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My school growing up was the Western Avenue Elementary Ducks. Each spring, a mother duck would lay her eggs in the courtyard. When the ducklings hatched, there would be a special day when we would open up the courtyard doors and the ducks would walk to the front entrance of the school and leave to swim in a local pond. It was magical, and it still happens today more than 30 years later."

Family 
Mrs. Argus and her husband Ted have a son, Archie (6.5) and daughter, Ava Mae (4.5)z

Kimberly Bannister

All Grades
Before and After Care (BAC)/Bridge

Kimberly Bannister graduated from Indiana University South Bend.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I have been working with kids for 20+ years. While I'm not a classroom teacher in the traditional sense, I've always wanted to work with children in a way that allows them to develop. Getting my degree in Psychology and coming into the GROW program and ZCS has allowed me to explore different ways of working with children's differences in a different environment outside the traditional classroom setting."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite elementary school memory was playing team sports in second through sixth grade. I played softball, basketball and soccer."

Family
"My mom lives a few minutes north of the Indiana/Michigan border, and my sisters and brother are somewhat scattered between northern Indiana and Indianapolis. I have two adult nephews and six nieces ranging from ages three to 15. I don't have any human children, but I treat my nieces and nephews like my own, as well as my BAC and Bridge kids."

Dana Beatty

All Grades
School Counselor

Dana Beatty graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Indiana University and a Master of Science in Education (School Counseling and Counselor Education) from Indiana University. 

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I worked for the Department of Child Services (DCS) and found my passion/purpose of advocating for children. My drive to advocate for a child’s well-being and success coupled with my love of education made school counseling the perfect fit for me."

Favorite elementary school memory
Ms. Beatty was born and raised in Northwest Indiana, often known as “the Region” or Chicagoland. She said since they were so close to Chicago, most of her field trips in elementary school involved going into the city, which she loved. She said she has very fond memories of elementary school as a child, most of which can be attributed to the hard work and dedication of the amazing educators.

Family
Ms. Beatty and her fiancé Matt are getting married in December. They live in Westfield with their blind cat, Stevie Wonder.

Tina Boudreau

Grade Level
Kindergarten

Tina Boudreau graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada.

The inspiration to become a teacher
Mrs. Boudreau said she knew she wanted to be a teacher from the time she was a young child. She loved playing school with her siblings and friends. Inspired by her mom's friend who was a teacher and gave her old plan books and other teacher supplies that occupied her for hours on end, she knew she was destined to grow up to be a teacher.

Favorite elementary school memory
Mrs. Boudreau's favorite childhood school memories include spelling bees in fourth grade and playing the clarinet in the school band. 

Family
Mrs. Boudreau and her family moved from Canada to the United States in 2001. She and her husband have been married for 25 years and have two daughters. Her oldest, Daria just graduated from Columbia College Chicago and her youngest daughter, Danielle is a junior at the same college. They also have a sweet fourteen-year-old Maltese, named Riley.

Jodi Burns

Grade Level
Grade 4

Jodi Burns graduated from Missouri State University-Bachelors and Lindenwood University-Masters.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I always knew I wanted to work with kids. Both of my parents were teachers, and I worked at a daycare all through high school. In college, I had a practicum placement with a dynamic teacher who made learning so much fun, I remember she had a decorated bathtub in her classroom that the kids were able to use as a reading spot. Everything about her classroom was joyous and student centered.  After this experience, I knew I wanted to create those same learning experiences with my own class." 

Favorite elementary school memory
"My elementary school always had an end of the year parade and carnival on the last day of school. Each grade level dressed up in a certain theme/color, and our school paraded through our small town waving at the parents and members of the community, similar to our own Zionsville Parade that happens each fall."

Family
Mrs. Burns and her husband Adam have two sons. Ian is eleven (11) and will be a sixth grader at Zionsville Middle School (ZMS), and Isaac is nine (9) and will be a fourth grader at Union Elementary (UE).

Kristin Carpio

Grade Level
K-4 Resource

Kristin Carpio graduated from York College of Pennsylvania.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher when my grandpa, who was a retired elementary school teacher, and I would play 'school' every time I visited as a child."  

Favorite elementary school memory
"I have always enjoyed everything about school, but I especially loved going on class field trips!"

Family
My mom and dad still live in my hometown of York, Pennsylvania. I have one brother, Andre, who also lives in York.

Julia Cassel

Grade Level
Grade 3

Julia Cassel graduated from Butler University and is currently studying at Ball State University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew that I wanted to be a teacher when I completed an experience in high school with one of my former teachers, shadowing her classroom and learning from her for an entire month. Since then, I knew being a teacher in a classroom was where I wanted to be! She is still a mentor to me to this day."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite memory of elementary school was having events where parents came to see what we had learned."

Family
"My family mainly resides in Michigan, but I have two younger sisters currently attending Butler University."

Katie Clark

Grade Level
Grade 2

Katie Clark graduated from Indiana University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I was in preschool! At my preschool graduation I said I wanted to be a teacher just like my mom. My whole life I have loved being around kids, teaching new things, and trying to make a difference in students' lives!"

Favorite elementary school memory
"I loved our Market Day in second grade! I sold bracelets and I remember being so excited to buy other treasures from my peers."

Family
Ms. Clark's family includes her mom and dad, her brother, Matthew, and an adorable golden retriever puppy named Murphy. She grew up in Zionsville and her family still lives here.

Mindy Conrad

All Grades
School Nurse

Mindy Conrad graduated from Purdue University.

The inspiration to become a nurse
"I knew I wanted to be a nurse after taking a health occupation course in high school. I am so excited to work at Trailside and care for all the children."

Favorite elementary school memory
"I remember listening to my teacher read a book outside while we ate popsicles.  My elementary didn't have air-conditioning so this was a treat."

Family
Mrs. Conrad and her husband Tim live in Zionsville and have three children who attend Union Elementary. They also have a mini-sheepadoodle named Scout.

Lauren Driesen

Grade Level
Kindergarten

Lauren Driesen graduated from Indiana University, Bloomington, 2022.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I saw the impact I made on my student teaching class. Being able to witness first hand the strong relationships I built, and the way my class looked forward to my teaching and casual conversations with them made me know I chose the correct career path."

Favorite elementary school memory
"I tend to be a competitive person in nature, and I remember in third grade my teacher had a similar personality. We would always play these around the world games with math facts, and I remember loving the amount of fun I had in his class, while also learning. That teacher has definitely inspired me to bring the fun with my lessons and my teaching style." 

Family
"I have an amazing boyfriend, who is also a teacher in Indianapolis. In 2021, my family and I adopted a puppy from the shelter. We named her Cleo, and she is my best friend."

Abbey Dybel

Grade Level
Grade 1

Abbey Dybel graduated from Purdue University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"My third grade teacher was so amazing and always made class fun. That year, my least favorite subjects became my favorite, and I knew I wanted to be that teacher for someone else."

Favorite elementary school memory
"I loved making ice cream in class!"

Family
I am the youngest of four (and the only girl).

Kelly Hine

Grade Level
Grade 1

Kelly Hine graduated from Maranatha Baptist University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I began the cadet teaching program during my senior year of high school. I was a cadet teacher in the same first grade classroom that I had attended. I had so much love for those students but the amount of love they showed to me created an overwhelming desire to continue working with children in my professional career. I could not imagine doing anything else."

Favorite elementary school memory
"I thought my kindergarten teacher, Mrs. McCarthy was so cool because she could play the guitar. She taught us so many songs and every morning we would sit in a circle and sing along with her." 

Family
"I enjoy spending time with my parents and sister who all live in the area."

 

 

Kiley Kemmerling

Grade Level
Grade 2

Kiley Kemmerling graduated from Ball State University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"My fourth and fifth grade teacher showed compassion and love when helping me become a strong reader!"

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite memory is singing the fifth graders off to Middle School."

Family
Ms. Kemmerling has a dog, Sedona.

Nick Kellum

Grade Level
Grade 3

Nick Kellum is a graduate of Indiana University.

Favorite elementary school memory
One of my favorite parts about school is the start of the year. This grand opening will be especially memorable! 

Family
Mr. Kellum grew up in the Indianapolis area. Currently, he and his one-year-old daughter and his wife live in Speedway.

Randee Kleeman

All Grade Levels
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), PreK through 4 

Mrs. Kleeman graduated from Villanova University, BS, General Arts. 

Purdue University, MS, Communication Sciences & Disorders.

The inspiration to become a Speech Therapist (SLP)

"I went to Princeton, New Jersey with Dr. Monkhouse who had a private practice there.  I shadowed her for the day and witnessed the interactions and interventions that took place among the individuals with varying types of communication differences. I thought to myself that I could see myself doing this."

The following quote rings true for me “If you do what you love, you’ll never work a day in your life.” 

Favorite elementary school memory
"Walking to school with my best friend, Barby, is one memory from elementary school that brings a smile to my heart.  Living in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and attending Holy Family, we had the privilege of walking to school and, in retrospect, I had no idea the JOY this brought me as a child.  The gift of being outdoors before starting the school day! I still aim to get outdoors daily before starting my work day, whether to take a walk, jog or just breathe the fresh air."

Family
Mrs. Kleeman lives with her husband Adam, son Jacob (incoming Junior ZCHS) and daughter Julia (incoming Freshman ZCHS). They have called Zionsville home since 2008 and both Jacob and Julia have attended preschool through high school in ZCS.  You may see Mrs. Kleeman supporting the Zionsville Community High School football team and girls tennis team, in addition to cheering on all of our Eagles! Mrs. Kleeman is so excited to be a part of the Trailside family!

Allyson Knue

Grade Level
Grade 2

Allyson Knue graduated from Marian University. 

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I’ve always wanted to be a teacher as far back as I can remember. I constantly played school with my family and begged my teachers for anything that I could take home to use! My teachers always encouraged my love of the profession and the passion never faded."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite elementary school memories reside in making new friends and going on field trips." 

Family
Jack (husband), Mackey (dog), Lauren & Emma (twin girls on the way). 

Megan Landroche

All Grades
Music

Megan Landroche graduated from the University of Indianapolis

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher since I was in elementary school. The music classroom has always been my safe place."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite elementary school memory is winning my second grade spelling bee." 

Family
My husband, Jakob, and our two cats, Orchid and Joe Dirt.

Ginger Lenig

Grade Level
Preschool

Mrs. Lenig graduated from Valparaiso University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I went to school for graphic design, but once my youngest was born I started working in the schools because the hours worked well around their schedules.  I work with the 4/5 preschoolers and absolutely love this age, and I love working with the kids."

Favorite elementary school memory
"I loved school as a kid so I have a lot of positive memories of school and growing up in Valpo."

Family
Mrs. Lenig is married with two daughters, Madison, who attends Bowling Green State University and Megan, who will be attending Miami University in Oxford, OH this fall.

Jill McCune

Grade Level
Kindergarten

Jill MCune graduated from Purdue University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I was a camp counselor every summer at a day camp until my senior year at Purdue. I looked forward to that job every summer because I loved forming special relationships with the kids."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite memory is the yearly talent show we had at my elementary school. We could perform our own skits and dances, and we performed some as a class as well. We even had someone write a song called the 'Ben Hem Boogie,' just for our school. I still remember the chorus of that song to this day!"

Family
Mrs. McCune and her husband Jim have two children -- Ainsley (14) and Collin (10). They also have two dogs: Abby and Skylar.

Stacey Off

Grade Level
Grade 2

Stacey Off graduated from Purdue University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I realized that I wanted to be there for children of all types of abilities and for every child to know they are loved and cared for regardless of his or her background."

Favorite elementary school memory
"When I was in fourth grade our entire grade ran a cookie business. Students had to apply to a specific division such as marketing, production, finance, and sales. It was so fun to be a part of a business and learn how a business operates. I thought they were the best tasting chocolate chip cookies ever."

Family
Mrs. Off and her husband, Justin, and have a 17th month old daughter named Palmer, and a four-year-old mini aussiedoodle named Peyton.

Emily Parker

All Grades
Art Teacher

Emily Parker graduated from Herron School of Art + Design at IUPUI

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be an art teacher when I realized I could use who I am to make a difference in the lives of others." 

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite memory from elementary school was when my parents would have lunch with me!" 

Becky Powers

Grade Level
Preschool (4/5) Lead 

Becky Powers graduated from Joliet Junior College with an Associates Degree in Medical Records/Medical Machine Transcription.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I was a

commercial/construction loan specialist at a bank for 15 years.  After having my children, I decided to stay home.  Once my children became school aged, I began working at school so I could be home when my children were home."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite elementary school memory as a child -  At my elementary school we had a roller skating party once a month. I couldn’t wait for that event!"

Family
"I am married to Dean and we have two children - a daughter named Samantha and a son named Jackson.

 

 

Katie Sarpa

Grade Level
Kindergarten

Katie Sarpa is a 2013 graduate of Butler University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher the first time I stepped foot into a classroom as an adult. I began my college career with an undecided major in fear of missing my calling, but interest survey after interest survey kept pointing me in the direction of education. Fast forward a semester, and I was sitting alongside children in a classroom setting where I fell in love and developed a strong desire to learn with them and from them every day. I was so fortunate to have spent time in a variety of school settings while in college, helping me to narrow down where I really felt I belonged and that’s with some of our youngest learners. They are compassionate and engaging human beings, and truly some of the best teachers around. I feel honored to spend my days in the presence of children."

Favorite elementary school memory
"One of my many favorite elementary school memories is from an author study in second grade. We were studying the work of Eric Carle (still one of my favorites to this day), and we were given the opportunity to create our very own stories using his unique illustrating technique. I have never considered myself much of an artist, so I was hesitant. However, in that moment of uncertainty, my wonderful teacher encouraged me and celebrated me every step of the way. I will never forget her ability to see the good in everything."

Family
Mrs. Sarpa and her husband Anthony have twin four-year-old boys, Luke and Landon.

Molly Seward

All Grades
STEM

Molly Seward graduated from Indiana University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I would help my grandmother in her first grade classroom. My favorite elementary memory would be swinging with my friends at recess."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite elementary memory is swinging with my friends at recess."

Family
Mrs. Seward is married to Andy Seward, who teaches at Zionsville Middle School (ZMS). They have three children who all attended ZCS, Drew (33), Sarah (32) and Ben (16), currently a sophomore.

Emily Sigmund

Grade Level
Grade 4

Emily Sigmund graduated from Indiana University. 

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher during my mission trips volunteering in schools and orphanages."

Favorite elementary school memory
"Mrs. Halavin, my Kindergarten reading teacher was such a loving teacher and gave me so much confidence. She changed the way I viewed reading and helped me fall in love with books."

Family
Mrs. Sigmund and her husband Scott have two sons: Everett (7) and Henry (5) and a daughter Betty (2).

Jen Skura

Grade Level
Grade 3

Jen Skura graduated from Franklin College for her undergraduate degree, Indiana Wesleyan for her Master’s Degree and Indiana State University for a high ability license.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I have always known I wanted to be teacher for as long as I can remember.  I loved going to school, I loved playing school, I loved helping my teachers, and as I got older I loved working with children. Becoming a teacher is still one of the best decisions I ever made!"

Favorite elementary school memory
"Our first grade class had just gotten its first computer…the big giant tank of a computer that was the norm in the mid-80s. I was supposed to be practicing typing my name.  I held my finger down on one letter too long, and it filled the entire line with “n”s.  None of the teachers could figure out how to get rid of the extra letters!  It still makes me giggle to think about how far we’ve come since then!"

Family
She and her husband Jeremy, a fifth grade teacher at Zionsville Middle School (ZMS), have three children;  Ryan (junior); Kate (8th grade) and Jack (5th grade).

Christian Smith

Grade Level
Grade 1

Christian Smith graduated from Purdue University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I moved to a new school district as a child. My second grade teacher provided me with the support I needed to grow socially and academically. Her dedication and authenticity to teaching inspired me to become a teacher."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite elementary school memory is performing in the school’s talent show with one of my good friends. We had a blast being ourselves on stage while singing and dancing."

Family
Ms. Smith grew up in the Zionsville Community Schools, and both of her parents still reside in Zionsville. She has an older sister who also attended Purdue University. Boiler up!

Chelle Smitson

Grade Level
Grade 2

Chelle Simpson graduated from Purdue University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I had incredible teachers myself in Middle School."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My times riding my big wheel around the neighborhood."

Family 
Mrs. Smitson is married to her husband Mike, and they have two sons. Manning is a student at Purdue and Cooper is a senior at Zionsville Community High School (ZCHS).

Jill Stanley

Grade Level
Instructional Assistant

Jill Stanley graduated from Butler University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"Before I had my kids, I taught for 12 years. I was inspired to be a teacher by some of the amazing teachers I had. My eighth grade Algebra teacher as well as my high school Physics and AP Chem teachers were truly inspirational."

Favorite elementary school memory
"One day my art teacher dressed up as another person and was our "substitute" teacher. She acted totally different and really got into the act of being someone else. It was a fun day."

Family
Mrs. Stanley is married and has two elementary aged children.

Chelsea Steele

Grade Level
Grade 4

Chelsea Steele graduated from Purdue University and National University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I knew I wanted to be a teacher when I was in second grade.  I received my first American Girl doll, Molly, and created a backpack with handmade notebooks and textbooks for her."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite elementary school memory was participating in our video recorded daily announcements in sixth grade."

Family
Mrs. Steele and her husband have a three-year-old daughter and a mini golden-doodle.

Courtney Stein

Grade Level
Grade 3

Courtney Stein graduated from IUPUI.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I was in first grade. I loved my teacher, and would spend hours playing "school" with my Barbie's! As I grew up, my love for teaching only strengthened. I love being able to build relationships with my students and make learning fun."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite elementary school memory as a child is going on our overnight field trip to Camp Tecumpseh in fourth grade, with my mom as a chaperone!"  

Family
"I grew up in Zionsville with my dad, mom, two sisters, and one brother! Now, I live in Broad Ripple with my older sister and my fur-baby, Joy! 

Theresa Walters

Grade Level
Preschool 3/4s

Continuing Education through Purdue University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I grew up with seven siblings and lots of neighborhood friends whom I enjoyed playing pretend "school."

Favorite elementary school memory
"My favorite memory was to be in the school play about "The Good Old Days." It was a play about school days in the 1800's.

Family
Mrs. Walters and her husband Jim have sons Adam (18), Alex (16), daughter Emily (13) and dog Tucker (nine months).

Audra Wirkowski

Grade Level
Grade 1

Audra Wirkowski graduated from Taylor University.

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I was really young! I used to play 'teacher' a lot with my younger sister. I even asked for a big whiteboard for one of my birthdays! Both of my parents are educators. I know that also influenced my desire because I could see how passionate they were about education. I loved school so much that I couldn't picture any other career for myself."

Favorite elementary school memory
"I had an amazing first grade teacher who looped up to second grade with my class. She had a camping themed room, and we always did amazing activities outdoors since she loved being outside too. I was so excited when I found out that she was moving up and I would have her for a second time! She is one of the reasons I wanted to teach in lower elementary."

Family
Mrs. Wirkowski recently got married! Her husband, Chris, has been a Zionsville resident for six years and now she is too. 

Aimee
Wildrick

All grades
School Psychologist

Aimee Wildrick graduated from graduated from Kent State University. 

The inspiration to become a school psychologist
"For three of my years at Kent State, I studied to be a teacher and worked in an Educational Psychology research lab. When I discovered school psychology, it seemed like the perfect fit: combining my passions for research, education, and supporting students. I love having a role where I can apply research to help children thrive."

Favorite elementary school memory
"I had a wonderful 4th/5th grade teacher who built my confidence and sparked a love of learning." 

Family
"My parents live in Fort Wayne, Indiana. I also have a sister in Michigan and a brother in Ohio. I live with my cat, Sherman, who I adopted from the cat cafe last year. "

Abigail Wyatt

Grade Level
Grade 1

Abigail Wyatt graduated from Miami University (Miami of Ohio).

The inspiration to become a teacher
"I have known since before I can even remember. My mom said she knew from a very young age that I was meant to be a teacher. I was just always obsessed with playing school when I was little and just knew when I started applying to colleges that it was what I wanted to do!"

Favorite elementary school memory
"I moved around a lot when I was in elementary school so I'm having trouble picking one memory since I had so many different experiences, but I do have a favorite elementary teacher. It was my second grade teacher ,Mrs. Garrity. She just had this positive energy and was so nurturing and understanding. I was very shy and she worked so hard to get to know me and get me out of my shell." 

Family
"My parents live in Lebanon and own their own business called Geese Police. I have a younger sister who lives in Indy, and she is a nurse. I also have a younger brother who lives in Carmel and is a firefighter. I'm also about to be an aunt in December! I'm am very close with my family."