My name is Shelby Brockshus, and this will be my first year teaching on my own. I graduated from Northwest Missouri State University in May of 2022. I completed my student teaching last year in Ankeny, and that is where I live now. I am so happy I decided to stay in this area to start my career. I come from a small town in southwest Iowa, so this is a big change for me. I love every bit of it! I look forward to forming relationships with all of the staff, families, and students that cross paths with me along the way. I have always been very passionate about helping others learn, and cannot wait to instill this passion in my classroom at Cattell.

This is my fifth year teaching 4^th grade at Cattell Elementary School. I received my bachelors degree from Iowa State University. Go Cyclones!

Outside of school, I enjoy taking walks, reading, being with family and friends, and traveling. I live with my husband Jake and our 3 year old yellow lab Rhett. I am looking forward to meeting and getting to know your students this year!

I have taught first grade at Cattell for 9 years and I am a Grand View graduate.

I am passionate about education and will work hard to instill a love of learning in all my students. I encourage students to set goals and help them meet them through team problem solving, practical practice, use of technology, and parent collaboration. I continue to seek out effective, researched based teaching strategies that will help meet the needs of multiple learning styles while reflecting on how I can continue to grow as a teacher.

My name is Bethany Moon and I teach 3^rd grade.  I graduated from Grand View University and have lived in Des Moines area ever since.   I have taught at Cattell Elementary for the last 15 years and have enjoyed getting to know all the students and families. I am passionate about education and will work hard to instill a love of learning in all my students. Please contact me if you have any questions.  My office hours are 7:15-7:45 and 2:40-3:00.

Best Way To Contact- Email:  bethany.moon@dmschools