This is Kristen's second year at MCAA and the impact she has on students, staff, and the school system is phenomenal. Kristen is thoughtful and deliberate in the way she plans educational experiences for her students. She frequently meets with teachers to enfuse the arts into content areas. She is a champion of the STEAM initiative at MCS and in the state of Georgia. For instance: she represented MCAA at the STEM conference in Athens, GA where she presented a session on the topic of "Arts Integration;" her students won a national award for their entry in the "Made by Milk" Carton Creation Contest; and she organized a student-focused art show at the Marietta Performing Arts Center. She is excellent in everything she undertakes for MCAA's students and staff.