Meet Mrs. Kurek

Hi!  My name is Melinda Kurek and I'm so excited to be your teacher this year.  I grew up in Washington Township but moved to Mullica Hill in 2013.  In 2006 I graduated from The College of New Jersey with a degree in Elementary Education and Biology.  I also completed the Special Education Certification program at Rowan University in 2010, so I have teaching certificates in Elementary Education (K-6), Secondary Biology, and Special Education.  This year will be my 18th year teaching, my 16th year in Franklin Township, and my FIRST year teaching fifth and sixth grade!!!  

I live at home with my husband and coonhound/foxhound rescue, Dixie-Mae.  My husband and I were married in 2014 and we rescued Dixie from the Gloucester County Animal Shelter in 2015.  Between them and school, I don't have time for many hobbies, but I do enjoy spending time with friends and family, traveling when I get the chance, crafting with my Cricut, puzzles, and cooking!