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Stephanie BarrySpeech Therapist Teacher
Email: sbarry1@houstonisd.org Phone: 713.726.3630
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Education: BS in Psychology - Rice University; MA in Communication Disorders - University of Houston
Certifications: American Speech-Language-Hearing Association - CCC-SLP Licensed by Texas State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Professional Experiences: HISD - Kolter and McNamara Elementaries - 2015-present University of Houston Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic - 1998-2002 HealthSouth Houston Rehabilitation Institute - 1997-1998
Hobbies - Interests: Spending time with my daughter, Reading, Crafting, Traveling
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Kimberly KuhnPALs Teacher Teacher
Email: Kimberly.Kuhn@houstonisd.org Phone: 713.726.3630
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Education: Eastern Michigan University
- Double major in special education and elementary education
Certifications: (Michigan) K-12 special education with an endorsement in cognitive impairments
(Michigan) K-8 self contained gen ed
(Michigan) K-12 special education with an endorsement in cognitive impairments
(Michigan) K-8 self contained gen ed
Professional Experiences: - Paddock Elementary - Milan, Michigan 2nd grade gen ed (Winter semester 2016)
- Bentley Elementary - Canton, Michigan 3rd-5th cross categories special education classroom (Winter semester 2017)
Hobbies - Interests: I love to go to the movies! I'm a huge Michigan, Eagles, Packers, and Broncos football fan. I love baseball. I go on mission trips, and love to trying out new food and restaurants.
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Erin WrightLifeskills Teacher (SLL) Teacher
Email: Erin.Wright@houstonisd.org Phone: 713.726.3630
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Education: I spent my freshman year of college (2005-06) studying and volunteering on a program in Israel. I then attended the University of Texas at Austin (hook ‘em horns!!), graduating in 2009 with a B.A. in Psychology, and minors in honors writing and sociology. In 2011, I went on to receive my Masters of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Texas at Dallas.
Certifications: I am certified in Special Education (K-12th grade) and in Early Childhood-6th grade- Generalist.
Professional Experiences: I worked as a speech-language pathologist for Harris County Early Childhood Intervention (2011-2012), and subsequently for a small private practice (2012-2021). I am excited to continue my teaching journey here, at Kolter, where I have been a teacher since 2022!
Hobbies - Interests: I enjoy reading, doing macramé and other crafts, Israeli dance class, and playing Mahjongg with my girlfriends! When the Houston weather permits, I love a good hike or bike ride. Other hobbies include baking, eating at new restaurants, and entertaining! Above all, I love spending time with my husband, our son Noah, and our loving chocolate lab, Elsie!
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Heather BarrisResource Teacher Teacher
Email: heather.barris@houstonisd.org Phone: 713.726.3630
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Education: BS in Kinesiology - Texas A&M Kingsville University; MS in Sports Management - Sam Houston State University
Certifications: Early Childhood Special Education and Elementary Education
Professional Experiences: I previously worked in professional sports for years with focus on client retainment and event planning. I have loved my job at Kolter! I look forward to working with our little cougars!
Hobbies - Interests: I have been married for almost 2 years and have loved every minute of it! We love to watch our sports, go on adventures and spend quality time with friends and family! I also enjoy cooking, music, relaxing at the beach, and a good spa day!
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Maria CarandasResource Teacher Teacher
Email: mcaranda@houstonisd.org Phone: 713.726.3630
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Education: Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, University of HoustonMasters in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Houston
Certifications: EC- 4 General Education; GT, ESL, and Special Education Certification
Professional Experiences: Kolter Elementary School 2006 – Present
Hobbies - Interests: My husband and I stay busy with our children. We enjoy time with our friends and neighbors. I enjoy watching the Houston Rockets.
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Whitney CottonDyslexia Interventionist Teacher
Email: WCotton@houstonisd.org Phone: 713.726.3630
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Education: I’m originally from New Orleans but spent most of my childhood here in Houston. I graduated with my bachelor's degree from The University of Houston (Go COOGS!) and completed my Master’s Degree in reading at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Certifications: EC - 6 Generalist, English as a Second Language, and Reading by Design (Dyslexia program)
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Hobbies - Interests: My husband and I have two kids - Deion and Jaycee. We love all things sports, and frequently cheer for the New Orleans Saints, Houston Cougars of course 😊
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Ashley EricsonDyslexia Interventionist Teacher
Email: ashley.ericson@houstonisd.org Phone: 713.726.3630
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Education: Bachelors of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Houston-Downtown; Master of Arts in Teaching in Curriculum and Instruction- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), University of Houston-Downtown
Certifications: EC-6 Generalist with English as a Second Language (ESL) Supplemental, Dyslexia trained in Neuhaus, Valley Speech, and Reading by Design
Professional Experiences: I started my teaching career in 2017 in Houston ISD. For the last seven years, I have worn many hats, some concurrently! I have taught kindergarten, 1st, and 3rd grade and been a 504 coordinator before becoming a dyslexia interventionist. I'm excited to be part of Kolter!
Hobbies - Interests: I love spending time with my family, friends, and fur babies (two Dachshunds). I enjoy watching my daughter play softball and my Godson play basketball and beating them both at a good game of UNO! I enjoy reading, watching movies/television, shopping, drinking coffee or tea, cooking/baking, eating my favorite foods, and MOST OF ALL TRAVELING!
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