TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – An elementary school teacher in the Capital has been awarded the title of Kansas Master Teacher.
Seaman Schools USD 345 announced Wednesday, February 22, that Kristen Anderson, a fifth grade teacher at North Fairview Elementary School, has been named the 2023 Kansas Master Teacher by Emporia State University.
The district has indicated that Anderson is in his sixth year with the district and his 21st year as a teacher in the Topeka area.
“Kristen is data-driven, spends countless hours planning custom lessons to meet the needs of all of her students, and is always looking for opportunities to learn and grow professionally,” said Principal Kelli Finnegan. “She’s not only a great teacher, she’s also a great asset to the staff.”
USD 345 noted Anderson is trained in Blended Learning, Project Based Learning, MACE, MTSS, TASN, Kagan Cooperative Learning and Active Schools. He also grows professionally through book studies and has gained significant insights and strategies about trauma and growth.
“You can often find Kristen having lunch with her students or attending her students’ extracurricular events outside of the school day,” Finnegan said. “Kristen is dedicated to her students, our school and her profession.”
The honor is presented annually to chosen teachers who exhibit exemplary professional educator attributes.
Building relationships is also a big part of Ms. Anderson’s success. “You can often find Kristen having lunch with her students or attending her students’ extracurricular events outside of the school day,” Finnegan said. “Kristen is dedicated to her students, our school and her profession.”
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