Hello! I am excited to be starting my third year at Edmunds Elementary – I love the students and families I have gotten to know and work with in this community! After finishing college at Central College in Pella, Iowa, I was lucky enough to make my way back to my hometown of Des Moines to do what I love – teach! My most favorite thing to do is travel, and I go to France as often as I can. I love to read and learn new things, and I am committed to social justice and anti-racism work.

Hi my name is Andrew Kurimski, and this will be my 6^th year teaching Special Education at Edmunds. I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa. During my free time, I like to golf, enjoy being outside with my family, and cheer on my favorite teams (GO Cardinals & Chiefs!). Edmunds has been a great place to work and develop relationships with students, parents, and the community.

Hello!!!! I am honored to be starting my 11th year at Edmunds as a SPED. Assistant.

I love the fact that I am able to at least make a few children smile everyday.

My passion is to be able to capture as many kids hearts as possible.

Our children are our future lets help them make it bright.

#SavingGrace

Hi!  My name is Tara Misra, and I went to the University of California in Santa Cruz for my BS and then got a Masters in Education from Baylor University.  I was a teacher for 15 years and then decided to go back to school to become a school psychologist.  I received a Specialist in School Psychology from Louisiana State University in Shreveport.  My family moved to Iowa four years ago and have enjoyed the colder weather. I enjoy listening to music, drinking coffee, and advocating for students.

Hello! My name is Liz Reilly and this will be my 2nd year at Edmunds! I graduated from Iowa State University with my bachelors degree and currently, I am attending Upper Iowa University to earn my Intellectual Disabilities endorsement. I grew up in Ames, Iowa and recently moved to the Des Moines area. In my free time I enjoy spending time with family and reading. I love teaching because I am able to build relationships with students and help them everyday.