sdavid1@kleinisd.net

Hi my name is Shelly David and I'm thrilled to be a part of the Benignus 2nd grade team. I went to Klein ISD schools from Benfer, Strack, and finishing at the Klein High. I have always had a passion to be a teacher in Klein ISD. I graduated from Sam Houston State University in December of 2007, making me a true BEARKAT for life, and was extremely involved the education department. I did my student teaching at Benignus and blessed to have the opportunity to continue teaching here full time. I have lived in the community my whole life along with my husband, who I met at Strack in 7th grade! We known each over 10 years before we got married in January 2008 and are still best friends! We don't have children, but looking forward to having our kids in Klein ISD one day! I have two kitties, Betty and Jack, that make me laugh every day! I love to shop and read on my free time! I am looking forward to another wonderful year of meeting and getting to know everyone!

agavin1@kleinisd.net

Welcome to second grade! I am so excited to begin this new adventure with you and your child. I graduated from Texas State University with a degree in Elementary Education. This will be my third year at Benignus Elementary. In my free time my husband and I love to cheer on the Houston Astros,travel and play with our adorable dog, Penny.

ldobbie1@kleinisd.net

Hi! My name is Lauren Dobbie, and I am looking forward to teaching second grade at Benignus this year after teaching third grade for three years! I will be teaching self-contained, which means I will teach all subjects. Spring is home to me; I grew up in Klein ISD schools, then went on to attend Texas A&M University (WHOOP!) where I received my Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies! I also just completed my Master's Degree from Sam Houston State University. Our second grade team is awesome, and I feel so fortunate to join them! I am certain we will have a very fun and productive year, and I cannot wait to meet all of you!

cgrant@kleinisd.net

Welcome Leopards! My name is Nikki Grant and I am so excited to be teaching second grade at Benignus. This will be my eighth year teaching and my seventh year in Klein. I always knew I wanted to be a teacher which is why I absolutely love what I do!



I have been married for seven years to my husband, Drew and we have two little boys, Nicholas and Noah. During my spare time I enjoy reading, being outdoors, and spending time with my family and friends.

dguckenberg@kleinisd.net

My name is Debbie Guckenberg. To tell you a little bit about myself, I graduated from the University of North Dakota with a degree in education. My first job landed me in Houston, where I taught pre-kindergarten for 3 years in a private school.

Growing up a North Dakota girl, my greatest adjustment was the hot, humid summers! Once I became acclimated to the climate, I decided to stay in Houston and apply for a teaching job in Klein ISD, where I have taught in both first and second grade for the past 19 years. I am looking forward to a happy, productive year with you and your children.

mhillyer1@kleinisd.net

Welcome to 2nd grade! I feel so blessed to be starting my fourth year here at Benignus, with such an awesome staff and wonderful students. I little about me...I moved to Spring in 8th grade, attended Hildebrant and then graduated from Klein Oak High School. I attended Stephen F. Austin University earning a degree in Elementary Education. I was hired in Spring ISD and taught for 5 years before I was fortunate enough to stay home when I had my two sons, Wyatt and Luke. After eight years of being a stay at home mom, I returned to teaching here at Benignus. With great enthusiasm, I am looking forward to teaching- and learning- with your children!

kmathew1@kleinisd.net

My name is Kasey Mathew, and I am SO thrilled to be a part of the Benignus family for my 4th year! I previously taught in Aldine ISD for 5 years before moving to Klein. In Aldine ISD I taught 3rd grade for one year and then left the country to live in the Dominican Republic as a missionary and Compassion International volunteer. Upon my return to the USA, I have taught 2nd and 3rd grade bilingual for 7 years. I am excited to return to the regular education classroom this year! I was born and raised here in Houston, Texas and studied at the University of Texas in Austin (hook 'em horns)! I just finished my master's degree in educational administration from Lamar University. My beautiful husband Wes and I will celebrate our 6th anniversary soon. We are in the process of adopting a beautiful daughter from India! I look forward to a fabulous year!

knichols1@kleinisd.net

Welcome to second grade! My name is Kristy Nichols, and I am thrilled to be starting my second year at Benignus Elementary. I graduated from Texas Tech with my Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. I started my teaching career in Frisco ISD, where I taught first grade for three years. This will be my second year to teach second grade, which I absolutely love! I grew up in the Spring area, attending Kuehnle, Kleb and Klein High School. I think it is so neat that I have the opportunity to give back to the school district where I received my education. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, cheering on my Red Raiders and Houston Astros, shopping and playing with my

srobinson1@kleinisd.net

Welcome to a class of fun, love, and most important learning! I am Shelley Robinson, and I am thrilled to be a part of the Benignus family. I have been an Elementary teacher for 8 wonderful and thrilling years and every year brings me new smiling faces, new challenges, and a greater love for teaching. I grew up in Corpus Christi with lots of sun and waves. After graduating from The University of Houston in 2001, I knew Houston would be my new home where I would pursue a life long dream of becoming a teacher! Klein ISD has a remarkable reputation, and I feel so blessed to be a part of this district. I have a wonderful family that knows how important my students are to me. My husband is my greatest support and my two beautiful babies are my 5 year old son, Kade and my new baby girl, Kenna. I look forward to spending the 2009-2010 school year with your child and teaching them life long lessons, academic skills, and strengthen their love for learning. We are going to make many new memories together in 2nd grade as Benignus Leopards! I look forward to meeting you all, Welcome!!!!!