USD 418 McPherson
Melinda Reese is an experienced educator with a strong background in elementary education. Currently serving as a paraprofessional for first through fifth grade students at USD 418 McPherson since August 2014, Melinda also held the position of Director of Elementary Education at Central Christian College of Kansas from August 2012 to August 2014, where responsibilities included instructing courses in literacy and classroom management, and developing mentorship programs. Prior to this, Melinda was an Intermediate Elementary Instructor at USD 418 from August 1998 to August 2012, contributing to district leadership in subjects such as math and social studies. Melinda holds a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from McPherson College, earned between 2012 and 2014.
USD 418 McPherson
A progressive school district. USD 418 has constantly performed at the highest levels academically and athletically. Standards of excellence and Blue Ribbon schools are the norm. Just recently, USD 418 was awarded the first waiver from NCLB to go to a new higher standard. The district has entitled that work C3 - Citizenship, College and Career Ready.