Ms. Krezelak's Science Page

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Miss Krezelak's Science Page
Daffodil Valley Elementary
Room 403

Teacher: Ms. Jackie Krezelak
Best Time to Call: before 9:20 a.m or after 3:45 p.m.
School: Daffodil Valley Elementary
Address:
1509 Valley Avenue
Sumner, WA 98390
Principal: Marcie Belfield
School Phone: (253) 891-4600



ABOUT ME

    Hello, my name is Jacqueline Krezelak but most people call me Jackie. I
have lived in a lot of different places while growing up including Montana. I
lived in Havre and Kalispell as a child and go back to Glacier National Park
every summer because it is where I find myself the happiest along with
teaching science.  I currently live in Bonney Lake, Washington,
which is a beautiful suburb of Seattle.

    I have been very involved with science education since 2006 when I decided
to go to school to become a teacher.  I decided to start my education at a
local community college.  While at the community college I was part of the
student body and the president of the Teachers of Tomorrow Club. After
community college I transferred to Central Washington University.  Central
Washington University is where I earned my Bachelor Degree in Elementary
Education K-8, with a minor in science.  

    I completed my student teaching in 8th grade physics which I loved more
than anything I have ever done.  After completing my student teaching the
school district hired me immediately to pilot their Alternative Education
teaching position.  This was a part time position working with alternative
students in grades 6-8 in all core subject areas.  As much as I loved this
position I needed a full time teaching position and wanted to teach science
full time.  There was one position that opened up in the district for a K-5
Science Specialist that I applied for and received. 
 
    The K-5 Science Specialist position has provided me with many
opportunities to be a science leader in my district and at the state level.  I
am currently a member of the Washington State OSPI Science Assessment
Leadership Team (SALT), I am on the board of directors for the south sound
regional science fair, I am on my district leadership team, and I have created
and carried out my school science fair and science club.  

    During my free time outdoor activities are at the top of my list. I enjoy
hiking, mountain biking, cycling, horseback riding, and white water rafting
with family and friends.  I also enjoy working in after school programs,
teaching summer camps, and volunteering in the community.  

     I have chased my dreams and accomplished everything I have put my mind
to.  I love working with people and finding opportunities for growth and
development. I continually dive into any opportunity that allows me to grow as
a teacher, leader, and individual. Teaching has allowed me to meet incredible
people, opened doors of opportunity and shown me what my purpose in life is.