Kristin Vlajkovich received her Bachelor’s degree in Communications from Bethany College, her teaching certificate in Integrated Language Arts from Notre Dame College, and her Master’s degree in Administration from Notre Dame College. She is currently teaching College Prep English 11 and 12 for the Cosmetology Program, Health Careers Program, and Business Management Program at Theodore Roosevelt High School. Kristin is also currently serving as the English department co-chair and has been working on curriculum mapping and alignment within the English courses. Within the classroom setting, Kristin believes it is important to connect the reading and writing aspects of the curriculum to her students’ selected career program, while making sure they are college or career ready. Students can expect to be challenged with their skill development, critical thinking, and analysis.