Working with children ~ what an exciting adventure! Kids are vibrant, energetic, and filled with curiosity. They keep me smiling and young at heart!! Watching kids of all ages develop into lifelong learners is what I enjoy most about my career.

My teaching career started over 15 years ago, after I spent several years working outside education and staying at home with my children while they were young.   I entered teaching knowing it was the profession for me.  After spending a few years teaching preschool and several teaching first grade, I wanted to know more.  I received my Master’s degree in Reading and have been a Reading Specialist ever since.  I am trained in the Love and Logic Positive Discipline for teachers and parents, Schools Attuned assessment and am a certified Cognitive Retraining therapist. Teaching is a gift that I treasure. I can’t think of a more rewarding job than being a part of creating strong readers, confident students, and lifelong learners.

My husband and I met at KU and are blessed with 2 amazing children! We have one son and one daughter ~ both in high school. We grow together as a family through having dinner together, playing games, reading, traveling, attending church activities, and laughing.

I am truly blessed to share my days with the Deer Creek community.  It is a joy to be a part of a supportive staff and patrons.  Thank you for all you do to support not only your child, but also all the staff at Deer Creek Elementary.  Sir Richard Steele wrote, “Reading is to the mind, what exercise is to the body.” Keep reading, to, with, and around your child. The bridge between home and school is a child’s road to success!

Happy Reading,

Shelly Archibald