Kerri Lacy
Hays,KS
Summary
Passionate educator with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
PRINCIPAL K-5
Lincoln Elementary School USD489
07.2018 - Current
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lesson plans, reinforcing key concepts across multiple subjects.
- Increased parent involvement in their children''s education by maintaining open communication channels and hosting regular parent-teacher conferences.
- Supported students'' social-emotional growth by fostering a safe and inclusive classroom environment where all voices were valued and respected.
- Developed strong relationships with students by demonstrating empathy, understanding, and patience in addressing their academic and personal challenges.
5TH GRADE TEACHER
Lincoln Elementary School USD489
08.2014 - 06.2018
6TH/7TH GRADE TEACHER
Hays Middle School USD489
08.2013 - 06.2014
Principal K-8
USD #393, Solomon Public Schools
06.2010 - 06.2013
- Conduct skilled analysis of data from CETE, Explore, Accelerated Reader, ITBS scores, as well as attendance data which drives building wide goal setting and professional development visions
- Based on comprehensive data analysis, supporting the implementation of classroom instruction strategies and professional development around differentiation, Six Trait Writing, Six Trait Reading, Step Up To Writing, McRel Teaching Strategies, Title I actions, and problem solving
- Studied the current MTSS research and have successfully developed programming throughout Solomon Elementary and Solomon Middle Schools with total staff focus and implementation.
Principal K-6
USD #393, Solomon Public Schools
08.2004 - 01.2010
- Conduct skilled analysis of data from CETE, Explore, Accelerated Reader, ITBS scores, as well as attendance data which drives building wide goal setting and professional development visions
- Studied the current MTSS research and have successfully developed programming throughout Solomon Elementary and Solomon Middle Schools with total staff focus and implementation.
Education
Masters of Science - Educational Administration
Fort Hays State University
01.2000
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education
Fort Hays State University
01.1991
Skills
- Skilled analysis of data from CETE, Explore, Accelerated Reader, ITBS scores, and attendance data
- Building wide goal setting and professional development
- MTSS research and programming development
- Implementation of KSDE Common Core Standards
Accomplishments
- Named "Region 4 Principal of the Year" for the state of Kansas 2024
- Meritorious Service Award USA Volleyball August 2023
- Awarded the School Challenge Award April 2022
- Solomon Elementary Schools Standards of Excellence Awards: 2004-2010
- Invited to the State MTSS Conference as a presenter, 2011
- QAR Chair for various elementary schools around the state 2008-2011
- Who's Who Among American Teachers
- Who's Who Among American Women Leaders
Hobbies
I love spending time with my granddaughter and my grown children. I enjoy long walks with my dog Zoe. My reading time is usually an audio book while walking or driving and spending time with our friends as often as possible keeps me young.
Timeline
PRINCIPAL K-5
Lincoln Elementary School USD489
07.2018 - Current
5TH GRADE TEACHER
Lincoln Elementary School USD489
08.2014 - 06.2018
6TH/7TH GRADE TEACHER
Hays Middle School USD489
08.2013 - 06.2014
Principal K-8
USD #393, Solomon Public Schools
06.2010 - 06.2013
Principal K-6
USD #393, Solomon Public Schools
08.2004 - 01.2010
Masters of Science - Educational Administration
Fort Hays State University
Bachelors of Science - Elementary Education
Fort Hays State University
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