My name is Kari Manthei and I am excited to be your child's third grade teacher.  I earned my BA from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa.  I have a Master's Degree in Curriculum and Leadership from St. Mary's University in Winona, Minnesota.  This is my 29th year of teaching.  I taught for 17 years in Minnesota and then 10 years in Virginia before relocating to Idaho in 2017.   I have had the opportunity to teach all grade levels from Pk - grade 6, but third grade has always been my favorite grade to teach!  I look forward to getting to know you and your family.  Together, we can make third grade a wonderful year!