Kristina A. Clayton

Kris, I really enjoyed reading your page and learning about your journey. I love how you connect your family’s legacy in education with your own professional and personal experiences—it makes your perspective so unique. Your bridge metaphor really stood out to me; it perfectly reflects the way you want to connect students to both knowledge and their own potential. I also admire your honesty about areas where you want to grow, which shows your commitment to lifelong learning. The blend of Existentialism and Progressivism in your philosophy is inspiring, and I can tell your classroom will be a place where students feel seen, supported, and empowered. 

Laurence Smith

Hi Kris! We seem to both have very similar approaches to education, as I also would like to ensure that my classroom is student-centered and I also want my students to engage in collaborative learning and self-reflection. I love how many of your family members have been educators - it is definitely in your blood! Your students will be lucky to have someone so dedicated to ensuring their success. - Krista Ronk

Kris, I too have the goal to learn more about and master differentiated instruction and trauma-informed care.  Your journey in the business world has certainly prepared you to be an educator!  You will be able to draw from that real life experience to provide examples to your students in ways no other instructor can!  Your commitment to your future students