Kayla Russell is a kindergarten teacher who started her teaching career in 2013.  She loves teaching kindergarten! Mrs. Russell received her Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of New Orleans and her school librarian certification from Northwestern State University. She has recently achieved her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership.  Before teaching kindergarten, Mrs. Russell worked for two years as a Reading Interventionist at J.F. Gauthier Elementary School and for one year as a third grade teacher. Mrs. Russell celebrates her birthday on March 14 and is married to Drew Russell. After school, Mrs. Russell coaches the N.P. Trist Treasures Dance Team. She is also the president of the St. Bernard Reading Council.

Get ready to make a splash in kindergarten in Mrs. Russell's "under the sea" classroom!