Welcome to the library!!!

I'm Ms. Gerstner and I'm excited about all the fun opportunities we will have in the Oak Street Library.

I was born in Wichita, Kansas and graduated from Northwest Highschool. While growing up I spent most of my summers attending the summer reading programs at my local library. When I was old enough, I was able be a teen volunteer at the library during the summers. I signed kids up for the summer reading club, helped put on plays, and helped with the many activities that the library held.

I attended Emporia State University and graduated with a B.S. in Elementary Education. From there, I started my teaching career in Wichita, at Allen Elementary. My first three years were in 4th grade and then I moved to 3rd grade.

In May 2021, I graduated with my masters in Library Science. It was so exciting, due to the fact that I have wanted to be a librarian since I was four! The 21/22 school year was my first foray into the library and I really loved it. I learned so much from the students as well as the staff and especially Mrs. Soza. I'm excited to continue instilling a love of reading and learning as I work here at Oak.

When I'm not in the library, I spend time with my friends and family and taking care of Captain Mad Gecko, my crested gecko. I love catching up on my reading as well as reading books that I hope to add to our ever growing library collection at Oak.