Congratulations to North Park's Teacher of the Year, Kelli Burnard!
Congratulations to 3rd-grade teacher, Kelli Burnard, who was selected as North Park Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year! Burnard is known as a team player who always goes the extra mile. Her personable, friendly, and warm personality makes her an excellent teammate who is often found mentoring, supporting, and encouraging both her students and colleagues.
While her two oldest children were in school, Burnard started subbing. This was when she was inspired to become a teacher. “I loved seeing the learning process from a new angle...in the classroom, as a teacher rather than a mom. I’ve been hooked ever since,” she explained. Burnard has now been teaching for 13 years.
North Park principal, Alden Jack, remarked, “She goes above and beyond the call of duty as a teacher. She goes into the homes of each of her students before the school year starts to build rapport with students and parents.” Jack continued, “Kelli is willing to go the extra mile to work on behavior or academics with specific students so they can reach their best potential.”
The love Burnard has for teaching is remarkable. “I love watching the learning process in my students' eyes! I love when they ‘get’ it,” Burnard expressed. “I love being rewarded by the confidence of my students when they work hard at something and start to understand!”
Miss. Burnard, thank you for your commitment and dedication to educating students in the Cache County School district!
Miss. Burnard was honored at the April 19th board meeting.