Welcome Message
Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year!
Meet the Teacher
Mrs. Burk
About Mrs. Burk
This is my 4th year teaching at KGS and my 7th year teaching overall. When 1 am not teaching, l enjoy reading, family time, and taking care of my flock of chickens. My husband, Adam, and I have 6 children and 6 grandchildren.
1 am looking forward to a new year full of new experiences and lots of learning and growth!
Always remember that we are a team in your child’s educational journey!
Fun Facts
- My favorite drinks are sugar-free coffee and Zevia brand sodas
- My favorite snacks are Russell Stover Stevia-sweetened chocolates
- My favorite stores are Amazon, Walmart, Beal’s in Centralia
- My favorite restaurants are Longhorn Steakhouse, EL Rancherito, La Fuente in Mt. Vernon
Contact Information
Classroom Mission Statement
Our classroom is a place for building knowledge, creativity, and good citizenship.
Useful Links
Useful Links for Special Education
| Website | Description |
|---|---|
| Do 2 Learn | A resource for students with special needs, Do2Learn provides thousands of free pages with social skills and behavioral regulation activities and guidance, learning songs and games, communication cards, academic material, and transition guides for employment and life skills. |
| Reading Rockets | These highly instructive free videos feature literacy expert Linda Farrell working with struggling readers on specific reading goals such as mastering the alphabet, multisyllabic words, and blending sounds. Be sure to explore the entire Reading Rockets website for a wealth of additional literacy guides and resources. |
| The Learning Disabilities Association of America | Support and Resources for Parents. A wealth of information on understanding learning disabilities, negotiating the special education process, and helping your child and yourself |
| Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) | IDEA information and resources for parents and families. |
| ISBE Special Education Resources | Illinois State Board of Education provides news, data, and information about programs and services for students with specialized educational needs |
| Equip for Equality | Equip for Equality is the federally mandated, governor-appointed Protection & Advocacy System for people with disabilities in Illinois, including students with disabilities. |