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Mrs. Robin Kramer, First Grade teacher at Willard East Elementary School, was named the Fox 5 KRBK teacher of the month. Kramer was selected by Fox from a handful of nominations from schools throughout the Southwest Missouri area. Nominated by a student’s mother, she shared the incredibly inclusive nature of Mrs. Kramer and her teaching style in her submission to Fox. This inclusivity is evident the moment you step into Mrs. Kramer’s classroom. Each wiggly first grader is hanging on every word she says, while following instructions like a pro. As Superintendent Dr. Medlin looked on, he was very proud of this veteran teacher being recognized for her work.
When Kramer was asked what she would spend the $250 Visa gift card prize money on, she

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