Kindergarten
Here at North Mahaska learning the basics of math, reading, and social skills are a primary focus in the kindergarten curriculum. Students have a variety of hands-on learning activities that focus on letter identification, reading emergent text, counting to 100, writing, and much more. Students may also receive additional learning opportunities in differentiated reading groups, special education, and Title I reading support. Parents are encouraged to keep connected through weekly newsletters, math home-links, and literacy home-to-school. The kindergarten program aims to teach students respect for everyone around them through classroom jobs and responsibilities, preparing them for life and the next level of learning.
Crystal DeBoef
With many years of experience in teaching children, Crystal DeBoef enjoys making a personal connection with the students and parents she serves. She graduated from Buena Vista University with a degree in Early Childhood/Elementary Education with endorsements in PreK, Kindergarten and reading. Crystal and her husband Arvin live on a farm in New Sharon. They have 2 sons and 5 grandchildren.
Email: deboefc@nmwarhawks.org
Phone: (641) 637- 4041
Kara Denburger
Providing her students with a variety of learning activities, Kara Denburger is a graduate of Indian Hills and Buena Vista University where she earned her Elementary Teaching Degree with reading endorsements. She lives with her husband and three children in Oskaloosa. Kara enjoys spending time with her family and especially watching her children in their activities.
Email: denburgerk@nmwarhawks.org
Phone: (641) 637- 4041