Truman Elementary Title 1 Reading
Mrs. Padgett
3rd Grade
This is my 28th year in education. I have taught special education, kindergarten, first grade and Title 1 reading. I earned a bachelor's degree from MSSU and a master’s degree from PSU. In my free time I like to read, shop and travel.
My email address is kpadgett@nevada.k12.mo.us if you would like to speak to me.
Mrs. Byers
4th Grade
This is my 11th year in education. I spent 10 years in third grade before moving to 4th grade Title 1 reading. I earned my bachelor’s degree from Pittsburg State University and my master’s degree from William Woods University. In my free time I enjoy family time and being on our family farm. My email address is byerskendra@nevada.k12.mo.us if you would like to speak to me.
Mrs. Hawks
5th Grade
This is my 16th year in education. My first year I taught kindergarten in Wichita, Kansas. The rest of my career has been with Nevada RV teaching grades second, third, fifth, and this is my first year at Title 1. I earned a bachelor’s degree from Pittsburg State University and my master’s degree from William Woods University. In my free time I enjoy my family, running, reading, traveling, and Chiefs football. My email address is kaylahawks@nevada.k12.mo.us if you would like to speak to me.
Storybook Express-Family Event
Truman families participated in a drive by event featuring book characters, quotes, jokes, photo booth, dinner, and a free book.