Hello, I’m Kelly Heider and I am the Middle School ELA Teacher. I began St. Mark School in 2022 and am looking forward to partnering with parents to provide our students with an excellent educational experience. This is my 20th consecutive year of teaching. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in teaching and a Master of Science degree in Educational Leadership and Curriculum. Both of these programs emphasize the importance and value of building a community in the classroom.  My Catholic faith equips me to help each individual student through a mindset of faith, hope, and love.  Outside of the classroom, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, swimming, reading, attending concerts and sports events, and I have recently started guitar lessons.