My name is Kristi Ellers, and I will be your child’s teacher this year.  I graduated from Purdue University in 1988 with a major in elementary education, and minors in kindergarten and reading.  In 1994, I received my master’s degree in elementary education from Indiana University.  I am beginning my thirty-first year as a teacher.  This will be my tenth year at Eighth Street Elementary.  I have two daughters, Lindsey & Lauren.  Both of my daughters attend the University of South Florida in Tampa.  Lindsey is a graduate student majoring in Public Health, & Lauren is majoring in Social Science Secondary Education.  I also have two sweet cats, Moe & Aziza.  When I have spare time, I love to lose myself in a good book!

     I am very excited about the upcoming school year!  I am also looking forward to working with both you and your child.  I am positive that we will have a great year!  Please feel free to contact me at any time by phone, note, or e-mail if you have any questions or concerns.