Crysten Beard BS HESC

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Crysten holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Arkansas in Human Development with a concentration in Child Development (birth – age 3). Crysten has always had a desire to work with special needs children. She especially enjoys building trusting relationships with her students. She has served in the United States Army. Crysten loves being outdoors and enjoys watching sports and attending sporting events.

Lindsey graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Computer Information Systems) in 2002 and is currently working on a Master’s in Education from Harding University. Lindsey’s son was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. Seeing the therapy he had to endure and the way it helped him progress opened her eyes to the world of possibilities. She knew she was meant to teach kids like her son and to be their advocate. So, when her son started Kindergarten, she went back to college and started subbing at the Northwest Arkansas Educational Service Cooperative, where her son went to preschool. That path led her to join our team! Lindsey is known for her patience and organizational skills. She is passionate about progression. Anything she can do to keep a child progressing and taking on something new excites her. Even a simple smile when a child is sad makes her feel like she has helped in some small way. She says that it is sometimes the small things that proves to be the greatest lessons they can learn. In Lindsey’s personal life, she loves spending time with her kids. They make her smile every single day. They love any activity, so they keep her active and vibrant. Lindsey also loves college football. Lindsey supports Habitat for Humanity, Autism Speaks and the Tim Tebow Foundation.

Martin Keith

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Martin graduated from Northwest Arkansas Community College with an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education in the fall of 2011 and then went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from the University of Arkansas – Little Rock. After teaching third grade in Little Rock, Martin and his wife decided to return to their hometown in Northwest Arkansas to start a family. KULA is very glad they did! Martin is a wonderful teacher! He is known for his ability to modify and adjust his teaching style and/or lesson plan based on the needs of the children. He is most passionate about developing relationships with his students so that he can better suit their needs educationally and developmentally. He his very excited and proud to assist them in their growth. In his spare time, he is a big fan of comic books and all things Marvel. He is also a musician (his last band played at many venues in Central Arkansas) and he enjoys movies and animals. And, Martin and his wife volunteer some of their spare time visiting with senior citizens. Martin supports the Salvation Army. When her was younger, he was an Angel Tree recipient so now he always tries to give back.

Karla graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences.  She has a passion for working with children and is a firm believer in early intervention. She is known for her ability to remain calm during any situation. She is a youth group leader at her church and loves to de-stress through exercise.

Crysten Beard BS HESC

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Crysten holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Arkansas in Human Development with a concentration in Child Development (birth – age 3). Crysten has always had a desire to work with special needs children. She especially enjoys building trusting relationships with her students. She has served in the United States Army. Crysten loves being outdoors and enjoys watching sports and attending sporting events.

Lindsey Estes

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Lindsey graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Computer Information Systems) in 2002 and is currently working on a Master’s in Education from Harding University. Lindsey’s son was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. Seeing the therapy he had to endure and the way it helped him progress opened her eyes to the world of possibilities. She knew she was meant to teach kids like her son and to be their advocate. So, when her son started Kindergarten, she went back to college and started subbing at the Northwest Arkansas Educational Service Cooperative, where her son went to preschool. That path led her to join our team! Lindsey is known for her patience and organizational skills. She is passionate about progression. Anything she can do to keep a child progressing and taking on something new excites her. Even a simple smile when a child is sad makes her feel like she has helped in some small way. She says that it is sometimes the small things that proves to be the greatest lessons they can learn. In Lindsey’s personal life, she loves spending time with her kids. They make her smile every single day. They love any activity, so they keep her active and vibrant. Lindsey also loves college football. Lindsey supports Habitat for Humanity, Autism Speaks and the Tim Tebow Foundation.

Martin graduated from Northwest Arkansas Community College with an Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education in the fall of 2011 and then went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from the University of Arkansas – Little Rock. After teaching third grade in Little Rock, Martin and his wife decided to return to their hometown in Northwest Arkansas to start a family. KULA is very glad they did! Martin is a wonderful teacher! He is known for his ability to modify and adjust his teaching style and/or lesson plan based on the needs of the children. He is most passionate about developing relationships with his students so that he can better suit their needs educationally and developmentally. He his very excited and proud to assist them in their growth. In his spare time, he is a big fan of comic books and all things Marvel. He is also a musician (his last band played at many venues in Central Arkansas) and he enjoys movies and animals. And, Martin and his wife volunteer some of their spare time visiting with senior citizens. Martin supports the Salvation Army. When her was younger, he was an Angel Tree recipient so now he always tries to give back.

Karla Medina

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Karla graduated from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences.  She has a passion for working with children and is a firm believer in early intervention. She is known for her ability to remain calm during any situation. She is a youth group leader at her church and loves to de-stress through exercise.