This is part of a series profiling new educators in Bourbon County schools.
Krystle Mayginnes, 35, is the new Winfield Scott Elementary School Assistant Principal.
She earned her bachelor’s degree in English Secondary Education from Kansas Wesleyan University, a master’s degree in Educational Administration from Emporia State University, and currently is in her second year as a Educational Leadership Doctoral student at Baker University.
Mayginnes has taught 11 years of secondary language arts.
She and her husband, James have an 11-year-old daughter, Klaire and a 2-year-old son, Jimmy. Salina is where she grew up.
Mayginnes has a variety of interests when not in school.
“I love to volunteer at the library and animal shelter,” she said. “As a family, we enjoy being outdoors including fishing, camping. My husband and I love to attend Bluegrass Festivals whenever we are able. Personally, I love to read and enjoy talking about and collecting books.”
Why did you become an educator?
“I have always had a love of school. My mom always talks about how when I was little I used to play school with my siblings, and I was always the teacher. I went into leadership because I think that teaching is the most noble profession, and I want to be a part of helping teachers become the best that they can be while also helping students.”
Did someone inspire you?
“I have always been inspired by the teachers/professors that I have learned from throughout my educational experience including my teacher colleagues who have helped me become a better teacher and a better leader.”
What is the best thing about being an educator?
“The best thing about being an educator is that I get to hang out with kids all day. Our youth are such a precious commodity, and I get to be a part of helping them discover who they are, and who they want to become.”
What is a challenge?
“I think the most challenging thing about being an educator is that there are lots of things that we cannot control in the world. We have students who are coming from all different backgrounds and experiences, and we have to teach them all.”
