Kx5

Sarah Walden, K Teacher

Kiana Christian, 3 Teacher

Hi! My name is Kiana. I taught 3rd grade for three years in Oklahoma, where I am originally from. In Portland, I have been a school counselor and a 1st grade teacher. I am excited to return to 3rd grade! I have been fortunate to have had so many great elementary teachers that provided me with a strong foundation. That foundation changed the trajectory of my life as well as my family's life. I want to set students up for success and help them discover what gifts they were meant to share with the world. Outside of teaching I live in Northeast Portland with my partner and our dog, Cashew. I love art and have recently gotten into pottery. Most of my weekend is spent making slightly mediocre art in the studio or baking. 

Anna Sapienza

I have been a teacher since 1999. Nature brings me peace. Experiential learning and engaging outside of one's comfort zone inspires my approach to teaching.

One word to describe Anna: Loyal

Kathleen Gutierrez

Betsy McDowell

Betsy has been teaching 4x5 students at MLC since 2014.  She loves getting to explore the world alongside her students and continue to learn new and interesting things.  Outside of school she enjoys gardening, baking and traveling.  

One word to describe Betsy: Bubbly