Meet+Mrs.+Kimsey

Back to Mrs. Kimsey's Class I’m very excited to join the third grade team at Meadows Elementary! I am looking forward to a year full of excitement and learning. ~ This is my twenty-fifth year teaching in USD 501!!! I taught second, fourth and fifth grades at Potwin Elementary. For the past 14 years, I was the computer teacher, here at Meadows. Every year has been exciting and memorable ~ I feel very fortunate to be teaching in such a great school district. I am actually a product of Topeka Schools. Following my graduation from Topeka West High school, I attended Wichita State University, majoring in Audiology. After assisting with deaf students at a Special Education center, in Wichita I fell in love with teaching! I came home to Topeka and graduated from Washburn University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master’s Degree in School Administration. ~ Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family. My husband Lewis and I are the proud parents to our daughter, Molly. She keeps us very busy with her music, sports, school and church activities! We are also proud of our two German exchange students, whom we think of as our daughters (sisters); Kerstin and Franzi! My favorite hobbies are photography, reading, biking, golfing, kayaking and traveling! ~ In my classroom, I promote an atmosphere of safety, trust, and respect. I work hard to build a sense of community among my students, and I emphasize the idea of teamwork. I value cooperation and collaboration both in my classroom and as I work with my peers. I believe that great things can happen when we work together! Meadows Elementary is a GREAT place to learn!!! ~ I consider myself blessed! I have a job that I love! I know this will be a fabulous school year!