Jennifer Burnett
Kindergarten Team
Welcome Kindergarten Wildcats!
I am SO excited for this school year! Here are a few things to know about me:
- I received my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Elementary Education at the University of Connecticut...GO HUSKIES!
- I am certified to teach grades K-6 and I also have my ESOL and Reading K-12 endorsements.
- I have teaching experience in both kindergarten and first grade but my heart has always belonged to kindergarten.
- This is my 23rd year of teaching and my 7th year as part of the fabulous kindergarten team at McKeel Academy Central. I was honored to be chosen as our 2024 McKeel Academy Central Teacher of the Year. Prior to my time at McKeel, I taught for sixteen years at Caldwell Elementary in Auburndale where I was honored to be named the 2017 Polk County Schools District 7 Teacher of the Year and a Polk County Schools Teacher of the Year Finalist.
I hope to make your child's kindergarten year memorable and to instill in them a love of learning that they will hold on to throughout their educational journey. I am looking forward to an amazing school year!!!
