Elementary Gifted Administrator
Rockwood School District
Ballwin, Missouri, United States
Dr. Katherine Rottjakob Bryda is brings nine years of comprehensive experience in working with students with gifts and talents. Her doctoral research, completed at William & Mary, focused on "The Design and Development of a STEAM Content-Based Psychosocial Curriculum for Fifth Grade Students with Gifts and Talents: Applying the School-Based Psychosocial Curriculum Model."
Currently serving as the Gifted Program Administrator at the Center for Creative Learning within the Rockwood School District in St. Louis, Missouri, Katherine continues to advance her impact in the field. Her academic credentials include a Doctorate in Gifted Administration, a Master's degree in Gifted Education from Maryville University, a graduate certificate in STEM education, and a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from the University of Missouri. She is committed to collaborating with classroom educators, utilizing data analysis to drive professional development and implement best practices in gifted education.
Driven by a passion for comprehensive student development, Katherine remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of curriculum development and psychosocial skill enhancement for advanced learners. Her work is distinguished by a holistic approach that goes beyond traditional academic enrichment, focusing on creating transformative educational experiences that empower students with gifts and talents.
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