Kristy has 28 years of experience teaching middle school and high school foreign language. Kristy’s educational philosophy is simple: Students need to connect with their teachers and have meaningful opportunities to apply their knowledge in the classroom and daily life.

As a trainer, Kristy gives educators research-based, proven strategies to implement easily into every classroom. Through her classroom experience, she knows that best practices are the basis of all good teaching. Simple, effective techniques and positive relationships with teachers will keep students on task, engaged, and motivated, while increasing assessment scores and retention of information. Kristy is committed to inspiring educators because she values the impact they have on students every day.

Kristy possesses a B.A. from University of Indianapolis in French, German, and Science Education, an M.A. from University of Indianapolis in Curriculum and Instruction in English and Literacy, and an MBA from University of Southern Indiana. 

Kristy’s love of learning and natural curiosity made teaching an obvious career choice. When she isn’t teaching or training, she enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures. She has been to all 50 states and 19 countries, with a bucket list of many places still to see!

Kristy and her husband, John, live in the Indianapolis area and have five children.