My name is Clara Waibel (she/her) and I am excited to be your child's kindergarten teacher this year! Dowling is such a special place to learn and grow; it is a community I am proud to be a part of and I hope for your family to feel the same. We have a fun year planned and I am looking forward to getting to know you and your child!

A bit about me: I am a born and raised Minnesotan growing up in the Twin Cities. I studied at the University of Minnesota for my undergraduate and master's degree in education. When I'm not at school, you can find me outdoors doing all sorts of activities. I love to be on the water during the summer! I also love getting students outside to learn. I love to read and cook in my free time! 

After a relaxing summer, I am eager to start a new school year with Dowling's youngest learners and hope you are, too! I look forward to working together with you to make this a successful and fun year for our kindergarteners!