2nd Grade
Our teachers place a big emphasis on social and emotional skills along with teaching the curriculum. Students are also exposed to art, music, technology, and physical education throughout the week. Learn more about the second grade curriculum below.
Meet our Second Grade Teachers
Staci Fay
Hello there! This is my third year here at Kohl. I am going into my ninth year teaching. I was born and raised in a suburb outside of Chicago. I completed my undergraduate degree in Elementary Education at the University of Illinois. I then moved to Maryland and taught second grade at a Title 1 school just outside Washington D.C. During this time I completed my Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction focusing on Teacher Leadership at Concordia University. My approach to teaching includes ensuring students feel safe and supported within our classroom community, providing engaging and hands-on learning opportunities, and meeting students where they are at with tailored intervention and extension opportunities to promote continued success.
In my free time I enjoy getting outdoors, spending time with family and friends, climbing, backpacking, hiking, skiing, biking, photography, horseback riding, game nights, and occasionally some down time at home ;) I am excited for another phenomenal school year!
Emily Granath
Heys Colts! My name is Emily Granath and I am so excited to be joining the Colt Community this school year! This will be in 11th year in education, previously teaching 3rd grade for 5 years, 4th grade for 4 years and one year as the 6th grade counselor at Angevine Middle School here in BVSD. I am so excited to get back to the elementary level where my heart truly lies.
I was born and raised in Palatine, IL a northwest suburb of Chicago and somewhere very near and dear to my heart. I attended Eastern Kentucky University where I got my undergrad in Elementary Education. Post graduation I lived in Lexington, KY, later moving up to northern Kentucky just outside of Cincinnati. Feeling I had outgrew my environment I took the leap in July 2023 and made the solo move to Colorado, where I’ve always dreamed up living (and loving it!). Additionally I have a Masters in Teacher Leader with ESL endorsement and a second Masters in School Counseling.
Some hobbies of mine include hanging with my 6 year old Golden Retriever, Vinnie, decorating cookies, spending time with friends and family, plants, exploring and learning about the world around me, watching basketball, yoga and pilates, and relaxing with a show or book.
I am so excited for a school year of learning, growth and fun here at Kohl Elementary!