North Teacher Chrystie Chapman Named October Laker Champion for Kids

Calloway County Schools has named Chrystie Chapman as the October Laker Champion for Kids. Chapman is a fifth-grade teacher at North Calloway Elementary School.

The Laker Champion for Kids is awarded each month to a Laker staff member who goes above and beyond for students and colleagues.

Munoz was nominated for the award by North teacher Laken Falwell.

“She loves and loves big," wrote Falwell. "She is there to support students in and out of the school day. She pushes hard, because she will only accept their best. She has gone above and beyond to not only grow my own child academically, but to help her see that she is capable and that she can believe in herself. I feel like she is the binding force that makes fifth grade the perfect team. Last year, my daughter dreaded the end of the year for months saying, 'This has been the best year, and I am so sad that it's almost over.' I know she had a lot to do with that."

North principal Kaysin Higgins is also proud of Chapman's work.

“She is the epitome of a Laker Champion for Kids," Higgins said. "She makes learning engaging, challenges her students to grow, and leads with compassion. Her kindness and loving nature are evident not only in her instruction but also in the meaningful relationships she builds with her students. She exemplifies dedication in every aspect of teaching—from thoughtful lesson planning and grading to conferencing and providing individualized support.  Beyond her own classroom, she willingly steps up to help her colleagues whenever, without hesitation. She truly embodies what it means to be a Laker and represents our school with pride each day.”