🍎 Passionate Educator & School Engagement CoordinatorHello! 👋 I'm Kelli Wilder Moransais, an experienced educator with a decade of enriching young minds as a fourth-grade teacher. I am honored to have been recognized as the 2022 Florida District Teacher of the Year, and my journey in education has been marked by a commitment to excellence.🏆 **Accolades and Recognitions**I hold a Bachelor's and Master's degree from the esteemed UCF College of Education. My dedication to teaching excellence was further acknowledged when I received the prestigious Mary J. Brogan Excellence in Teaching Award from the Florida Department of Education.🌟 **Leadership Roles and Initiatives**Throughout my career, I have taken on leadership roles, serving as both the 4th-grade team leader and intermediate leader. As the Elementary SECME Coordinator, I facilitated engaging STEM experiences for students, fostering a love for science, engineering, and mathematics.📚 **Grant Writing and Advocacy**Passionate about providing the best learning resources for my students, I took the initiative to write grants to fund classroom books and Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) tools. This allowed me to create an environment conducive to both academic and emotional growth.🔍 **Action Research and Published Findings**I actively participate in action research to continually improve my teaching methodologies. Some of my research endeavors have been published, contributing valuable insights to the education community. I am committed to staying at the forefront of educational research and implementing evidence-based practices in the classroom.👩‍🏫 **Transition to Higher Education**Motivated by my involvement in the Florida Department's Teacher LEAD Network, I transitioned to higher education at FAU's College of Education. As the Coordinator of the Office for School Engagement, I now oversee all clinical experiences for the college, with a specific focus on enhancing the Student Teaching/Internship experience.🤝 **Connecting and Collaborating**I am passionate about building connections and collaborating with fellow educators, students, and professionals in the education field. Whether it's sharing insights, discussing innovative teaching methodologies, or exploring partnership opportunities, I'm always open to meaningful conversations.Let's connect! Whether you're a fellow educator, a student, or someone passionate about the future of education, I look forward to engaging with you.#Educator #TeacherLeader #SchoolEngagement #HigherEducation #ContinuousLearning #PublishedResearch