Hello! My name is Faith Howard and I am the music teacher here at Park Avenue! This is my third year teaching at Park Ave and I am very excited to see what this year brings! I am originally from northeast Missouri and attended college there at Truman State University where I majored in music education. I also received my Master of Arts in Education at Truman. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with my niece and nephew, reading, playing games, and taking walks. I’m looking forward to working with all the students here at Park Ave again this year!
I began teaching K-5 (ELL) English Language Learners in 1999. Before Park Avenue, I taught at Brooks/Lucas, Capitol View, Adams, and Cattell. I love teaching multi-language learners and getting to know my students and their families.
I graduated from the University of Iowa with Studio Art and Elementary Education degrees. I earned my Master’s Degree in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) from the University of Northern Iowa.
I enjoy writing, attending cultural festivals, and Broadway musicals. I also like cooking and trying new restaurants.
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Hi Park Avenue families!
My name is Aidan Tunney and I will be the PE teacher for the 2023-2024 school year! This will be my first year at Park Avenue Elementary and my first year teaching too. I graduated from Iowa State University in 2022 with my bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Health. My wife, Chloe, is also an elementary teacher. In my free time, my wife and I enjoy visiting state and national parks, playing pickleball, ultimate frisbee, and other outdoor activities. When I am not outside, I enjoy playing board games and watching movies. I am very excited to spend my first year with you all and being physically active while having fun!
Hello!
My name is Kelsey Wood and I am an ELL teacher at Park Avenue. I am excited to get to know the families and students in our community! I have worked in DMPS for the last 3 years in various schools and I’m looking forward to working with Park Ave. again this year. I graduated from Iowa State University in 2019 with a Bachelor in English Education. Some of my hobbies include spending time with my family and pets, reading, and going on hikes.
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