KLEIN, TX—We are pleased to introduce our 2024-2025 Klein ISD Model Teachers. These outstanding teachers were selected for this honor after undergoing an application process, observation, and interview.
“Our model teachers embody the spirit of innovation and excellence, inspiring a love for learning and leading by example daily,” Klein ISD Executive Director of Curriculum Design and Delivery Dr. Alysa Cozart said. “We are truly fortunate to have such exceptional leaders shaping the future in our district.”
Each selected Model Teacher promotes excellence and demonstrates instruction aligned with Klein ISD’s High-Quality Teaching standards. These educators believe in collaboration, self-reflection, and engaging in continuous growth opportunities.
We are lucky to have such excellent teachers. We thank them for their unwavering commitment to ensuring that our students have a well-rounded and incredible learning experience as they enter and exit our Klein ISD schools. Congratulations, Model Teachers!
2024-2025 Model Teachers
Name | School |
Juivya Alexander, Kindergarten | Mittelstadt Elementary |
Ashley Anderson, Pre-K | Haude Elementary |
Elizabeth Ali, Pre-K | Mahaffey Elementary |
Kari Blenderman, Pre-K | Krahn Elementary |
Catherine Burchman, Making Connections | Klein Oak High School |
Veronica Carrera, Dual Language Third Grade | Northampton Elementary |
Sariena Cedillo, First Grade | Fox Elementary |
Chris Clark, ACCESS | Klein Oak High School |
Bethany Cowan, Pre-K | Mahaffey Elementary |
April Espinoza, Fifth Grade | Haude Elementary |
Lauren Flores-Morales, Second Grade | Northampton Elementary |
Claudia Fossati, Dual Language Pre-K | Frank Elementary |
Maria Hartmann, First Grade LTAC | Bernshausen Elementary |
Holly Hayner, First Grade | Haude Elementary |
Shannon Koonce, ESCE | Fox Elementary |
Megan Lucier, ESCE Alt | Grace England Early Childhood Center |
Brittiany Mast, Fourth Grade | Brill Elementary |
Taylor McGarry, First Grade | Haude Elementary |
Monika Messerly, Second Grade | Fox Elementary |
Leslie Mills, Fifth Grade | Hassler Elementary |
Kristie Moore, Second Grade | Fox Elementary |
Karla Morales, Dual Language Kindergarten | Brill Elementary |
Leticia Ocana, Dual Language Second Grade | McDougle Elementary |
Amy O’Connor, Dual Language Second Grade | Fox Elementary |
Martha Papacostas, Dual Language Pre-K | Ehrhardt Elementary |
Claire Reimers, ACCESS | Mahaffey Elementary |
Jafitza Sander, Dual Language First Grade | McDougle Elementary |
Josie Scherrman, Dual Language Pre-K | Mahaffey Elementary |
Estella Shanks, Fifth Grade | Hassler Elementary |
Anah Steagall, First Grade | Fox Elementary |
Jordan Whitlach, First Grade | Metzler Elementary |
Kiley Young, First Grade | Krahn Elementary |
