My name is Mrs. Johnston and I have been the third grade teacher at St. Benedict Academy since 2003.  My first teaching assignment was fourth grade in Philadelphia PA.  I then moved to NH where I taught third grade in Jaffrey, and preschool in Hollis.  I volunteer in my local parish with various Religious Education programs.  I was inspired to teach by my third grade teacher who helped teach me that you could achieve whatever you wanted in life.  It was around then that I realized how much fun reading could be.  I enjoy watching and helping children strive to reach their potential.  I enjoy finding activities to challenge children as well as guide them to attain the knowledge to achieve their goals.  Working in the Saint Benedict Community is a wonderful experience with a strong sense of family from everyone who is involved.  I love the great support from parents who are a big part of their children's education.

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My education has been in Catholic schools from Elementary school through college.  I received my BA at Holy Family College in Philadelphia, PA with a major in Elementary Education and a minor in Math.  I have a MA as a reading specialist from Arcadia University in Glenside, PA.

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I have been married to my husband Kent for 35 years.  He has been a great supporter of my working at St. Benedict Academy as well as helping support our school mission when needed.  I have a 27 year old son Matthew, who is married and currently serving in the U.S. Army in North Carolina.  We have a large close family including nieces and nephews and their children who we frequently spend time with.  In my free time I am usually reading several books, enjoy doing various needlepoint projects, and spend time outdoors.

 

You can contact me through my school email at kjohnston@stbenedictacademy.org, 

a note in your child's daily communication folder, or call the school office at 669-3932.

 I will get back to you as soon as possible. 

Thank you!