Kelly Grahl
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About Me

As an educator my primary goal is to position my students as protagonists in their learning, their community, and their world.  This is rooted in a deep respect that I hold for the rights of children and a determination to uphold those rights.  This begins in my classroom by developing consistent relationships with students, families, and the larger community in which they live.  From this standpoint, I am able to create rich, authentic learning experiences that address real experiences, ideas, puzzles, and issues that are relevant to my students.

Prior to pursuing a Masters in Elementary Teaching, I worked for two years as an interventionist in Detroit Public Schools.  I was able to learn about and practice nonviolent communication with my students.  Through this experience, I have come to believe that emotional literacy and mindfulness, especially for our most vulnerable students, are essential aspects of socio-emotional learning.  I continue to look for opportunities to weave this into my practice.

Outside of the classroom, I am an avid reader, right now I'm reading The Hundred Languages of Children by Edwards, Gandini, and Forman.  My family and friends are extremely important to me, I spend most of my time outside of school enjoying their company.  I also love getting outside to camp and hike all kinds of terrain!
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My greatest hiking feat! We climbed to the summit of Angels Landing at Zion National Park!
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We noticed and wondered about intricate lines underneath the tree bark during our outdoor exploration.
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Living in Florida - I had plenty of chances to go kayaking and learn how to snorkel!

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  • About
  • Resume
  • Planning and Reflection
  • Tech in the Classroom
  • A Look Inside My Classroom
  • The Flint Water Crisis
  • References