Educational Philosophy
&
What to Expect in 5th Grade? 

Welcome to Fifth Grade!  

The fifth grade team consists of Mrs. Carrel, Mrs. Geisbauer, and Mrs. Kufahl.  We are enthusiastic about the new school year and look forward to meeting you.  We will be working together closely to ensure all students have a positive fifth-grade experience, both academically and socially.

Fifth grade is an important milestone filled with many new and exciting opportunities. Creating a positive classroom environment, developing secure academic skills, and building your child's confidence to tackle challenges will be our guiding forces throughout the school year. It is going to be a great year!

Mrs. Kufahl's Life Outside of the Shark Tank

Mrs. Kufahl loves spending time with her husband, Ken, and her two step-daughters, Paige and Kylie. Both girls are in college.  When she isn't at school, she loves traveling, 'glamping' in her motorhome, boating, e-biking, riding her Peleton, hiking, volunteering at the Frosted Faces Foundation, a senior dog rescue organization in Ramona, and spending time with her two rescue pups, Duke and Dylan. Mrs. Kufahl loves teaching and hopes you feel her enthusiasm and love from day one!!! Can't wait to spend the school year with you!!