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From the Volleyball Court to the Classroom: The Inspiring Story of Amy Kronemann

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Amy Kronemann's path from a volleyball scholarship to becoming the Lewiston School District Elementary Teacher of the Year is a testament to the impact of small steps at a small college. During her time at Lewis-Clark State College, Kronemann played basketball and volleyball, with people like Bill Hayne, Linda Coursey, Shawna Castellaw, and Ken Wareham becoming cornerstones in her success. After graduating in 2004 with an elementary education degree, Kronemann worked in the Lewiston School District, eventually becoming an assistant volleyball coach at LC State. Her connections with people from LC State continued to shape her career, and she currently serves as the Professional Learning Community Lead for Collaborative Teams, working to ensure vertical alignment and cohesive communication between grades.

Key Takeaways:

  • Amy Kronemann's story highlights the importance of small steps at a small college, where she found mentors like Bill Hayne, Linda Coursey, Shawna Castellaw, and Ken Wareham who played a crucial role in her success.
  • Kronemann's experience at Lewis-Clark State College, where she played both basketball and volleyball, helped her develop critical skills that she applies in her current role as Professional Learning Community Lead for Collaborative Teams.
  • Kronemann's teaching career spanned over 16 years, with stints at Centennial Elementary and McGhee Elementary, before moving to her current position.
  • During her time as a teacher, Kronemann worked closely with students, parents, and colleagues, using data to drive instruction and planning for intervention and extension when necessary.
  • Kronemann's current role involves working with teacher groups from different grade levels to ensure vertical alignment and cohesive communication between grades.
  • The skills Kronemann developed during her time at LC State, such as collaboration and teamwork, have been instrumental in her current role.
  • Kronemann credits her predecessors, including Charlotte Rogers, for instilling in her the values of educational excellence and student-centered learning.
  • Kronemann's current position allows her to create a collaborative environment for teachers to grow and learn, similar to what her professors did during her time at LC State.
  • The Lewiston School District's emphasis on vertical alignment and cohesive communication has been a key factor in Kronemann's success as a teacher and instructional leader.

Statistics:

  • Kronemann graduated from Lewis-Clark State College in 2004.
  • Kronemann spent 7 years teaching first grade at Centennial Elementary.
  • Kronemann spent 9 years teaching third grade at McGhee Elementary.
  • Kronemann has been in her current position as Professional Learning Community Lead for Collaborative Teams for 5 years.
  • The Lewiston School District has been implementing vertical alignment and cohesive communication strategies for over 10 years.
  • Kronemann works with teacher groups from different grade levels to ensure vertical alignment and cohesive communication between grades.
  • Kronemann's current role involves working with over 20 teachers from different grade levels.

Sources:

  • Lewis-Clark State College news release
  • Interview with Amy Kronemann
  • Lewiston School District website

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