Meet Holt's Teacher of the Year (2025-2026)
All about Ms. Shanon Kulinski
Teaching Info
· Position/Grade Level: 2nd
· Years Teaching: 19
· Favorite Subject to Teach: Reading/phonics, math, and science
· Educational Philosophy in One Sentence: My teaching philosophy is to create an environment where they feel safe and connected, so that everyone can feel confident to participate, ask questions, and progress academically.
· Certifications or Special Skills: K-6/minor in special education
Fun Facts
· Favorite Book: We Are Definitely Human
· Favorite Movie/TV Show: Supernatural
· Hobbies/Interests: Soccer, sewing, beading, playing sports and games
· Favorite Quote: Wherever you are, be all there.
· Something Surprising About Me: I can do 5 pull-ups and I’m pretty fast.
Classroom Details
· Classroom Theme or Style: I like to create a space that is calm and not overstimulating for students. I like to include lots of areas that students can move to during independent, partner, and student centered activities.
· Favorite Activity to Do with Students: I love reading to students.
· Best Way for Students to Ask for Help: I encourage students to always ask questions when they need help. They ask 3 and then me….meaning ask three peers for help and then me if I’m working in a small group. If I’m not, they can ask away.
· What I’m Most Excited About This Year: I am excited about growing students in reading.
Closing Thought
· If You Could Tell Parents/Students One Thing About Your Teaching Style, What Would It Be?
I love differentiating lessons, instruction, centers, and activities along with teaching students in small groups to meet the needs of all my students, so that they build confidence and make growth.