Educator Spotlight
Teacher Store Role Call
The Teacher Store spotlights a local K-12 educator each quarter in our series called Teacher Store Role Call! We want to recognize the amazing work educators are doing in and out of the classroom to support students and families in the community.
November
Name: Rachel Kratz
School: Center Point-Urbana Community School District
Role in Education: Kindergarten Teacher
Additional Roles or Responsibilities:
I am on our buildings SEBH (social-emotional-behavioral health) and SAMI (school improvement) teams.
How long have you been in education?This is my 22nd year in education and at CPU. I have taught preschool, kindergarten, and second grade. Kindergarten is my favorite and I have been teaching kindergarten for 17 years.
Volunteer Roles: I am the secretary for the Center Point Urbana FFA Alumni and Supporters group and serve on the TAP Dance board for the Troy Mills Christian Church.
What is your favorite thing about being an educator? The best part of teaching for me is watching how much my students grow throughout the year—academically, socially, and physically—and forming meaningful, positive relationships with each of them.
What are you looking forward to this school year and/or favorite memory from this school year?
I’m looking forward to working with my kindergarten students and their families to make this a fantastic year full of growth and fun! My favorite memory so far was being pied in the face from one of my students during our PTO carnival.
Favorite Teacher Store event or memory? The Teacher Store came to visit CPU during our in-service at the beginning of the year and we were able to pick out several things to take back to our classroom.
Favorite school supply item of all time? I love Paper Mate Flair Pens!
Hobbies outside of education? I enjoy being outdoors, gardening, and kayaking, but my favorite moments are spending time with family and friends and supporting my kids at their events.
Nomination Form
Do you know of a K-12 educator in the community who should be featured in our Educator Spotlight series? Fill out the nomination form below: