Welcome

Ms. Prestholt @ KMMS

Pictured: A close-up picture of Ms. Amy Prestholt where a blue dress with white and yellow flowers. Prestholt is smiling big and has a thumbs up gestures. Taken August 2023. 

At KMMS I have the privilege of teaching 7th-grade English! I have been working at KMMS since the 2021-2022 School year. I received tenure May of 2024. The best part of being a KoMet are all of the amazing people I get to build relationships with. I get to work with some of the best teachers and most amazing students. 

In addition to teaching 7th grade English, I serve as one of the two Student Council advisors. I relish the opportunity to help foster a school culture of inclusivity and positivity—go KoMets!

As a teacher I emphasize embracing challenges and celebrating growth. Through reading, writing, and discussing complex texts I hope that students can see how learning about the perspectives of others can develop their own perspective. 

Contact Me

Need help? Have a question on an assignment? Missed class? Need some clarifications? I will do my best to provide students the resources they need to achieve success.  Email: a.prestholt@komets.k12.mn.us


I am typically available to meet with students… 

Educational Background 

I have a Bachelors degree from Wartburg College in Waverly, IA in Secondary Education and Literature. At Wartburg College I worked in the Writing, Reading, Speaking, and Listening lab and received training in individualized writing and reading support. I also worked as a research assistant for Dr. Rachel Clark with an emphasis in early modern English drama. 

During my Wartburg College experience, I was also able to study abroad at the University of York in York, England. I completed my student teaching in at Kaimuki High School in Honolulu, Hawaii. 

In addition to my Bachelors, I have a Masters in Education from Saint Mary's University of MN with an emphasis in teaching and learning. 

Pictured: Ms. Prestholt standing with her masters program facilitators at the commencement ceremony where she had the privilege of being the student speaker. 

Highlights from KMMS

Pictured: Photo taken by TLC director Ashley Kaplan on the October, 20th 2022 PD day where Ms. Prestholt presented about writing strategies from the book The Writing Revolutiion. 

Pictured: Ms. Prestholt on the first day of school in the 2022-2023 school year wearing a KoMet blue dress, a big smile, and holding a coffee cup that says "Be the Best. Deliver Excellence." 

Pictured: 2022-2023 5th Period 7th Grade English students raising their hands enthusiastically to answer St. Mary's University student Bre Kenney's "Who Am I?" question. The clue reads: "I have taught at KM for 2 yrs. I like reading and writing. I think grammar is fun. People say I am a tough grader." The answer, which students got right away, was Ms. Prestholt! 

Pictured: Ms. Prestholt and the 2023-2024 student council members after the Valentine's dance in the spring of 2024. 

Pictured: Ms. Prestholt and Ms. McMillin at the Valentine's Dance in the photo booth. 

Pictured: Ms. Prestholt with the Bus 4 group as a chaperone of the summer 2023 8th Grade Washington D.C. trip. 

For more information about my professional background please see my online portfolio. In that portfolio you will find: