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Mrs. Bennett

My name is Caitlin Bennett, and I cannot wait to begin my 5th year of teaching at Shafer Elementary! This will be my second year in 3rd. In my classroom, I strive to foster a community of learners while creating a fun environment where students feel safe, loved, and successful. I am looking forward to a wonderful school year with you and your sweet child!

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Mrs. Clayton

My name is Lauren Clayton, and I am incredibly grateful to be working at such a fabulous school like Shafer! This will be my 8th year in education!! I have taught 2nd and 3rd grade, but 3rd has been my favorite! I earned my Bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M (WHOOP!)  and my Masters in Ed.Tech and Leadership from Lamar University.  I have been married to my amazing husband for 6 years and we have a beautiful daughter!  I am eager to begin another wonderful year working with all our amazing students!

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Mrs. Epperly

Hello Silver Knights, my name is Marquie Epperly!! My husband, Ben, and I love having game nights, playing pool, working in the garden (I’m always buying new plants!), and watching our two dogs Saki and Tuve run around and play. I am thrilled to start my third year here at Shafer because each year keeps getting better and better. I cannot wait to meet my new group of kiddos who will help make this year, THE BEST ONE YET!!

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Mrs. Kennedy

Hi, my name is Deanna Kennedy and I am so excited to begin my second year at Shafer teaching third grade! This will be my 19th year teaching. I have previously taught in various grade levels, have been a reading specialist and a reading interventionist. I have 2 daughters, Madison and Emily. Madison loves basketball and is going into the 6th grade and Emily loves gymnastics and is going into the 4th grade. I also have a golden doodle, Cooper, who is the subject of all my funny stories I love to tell! My family loves to travel any opportunity we get and try new restaurants around Houston! I am looking forward to another great year at Shafer! 

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Mrs. Line

Hi! My name is Morgan Line and I am teaching 3rd grade again this year.  Shafer is a special place, and I love being here! I was born and raised in Katy, Texas, and am honored to work in the district I grew up in. My goal is to ensure that every student enters the classroom with a sense of curiosity and excitement.  I strive to make learning an enjoyable and positive experience for all. I am looking forward to another great year!

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Mrs. Rosario

My name is Dominique Rosario and I am so excited to meet my new students!  This will be my 14th year of teaching!  In my thirteen years of teaching, I have taught all the grades in elementary, but 3rd grade is truly my favorite!   This will be my fifth year as a Shafer Knight!  I graduated from University of Houston in education, Go Coogs!  My husband and I have been together for 18 years and we have a daughter who will be in 5th grade this year!  We adopted a dog, Cookie and have 2 crested geckos, Mango and Princess Poppy.  I truly love teaching and building relationships with each of my students!  This year is going to be great and I am looking forward to it!

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Miss Van Domelen

My name is Morgan Van Domelen, and I cannot wait to start my 5th year teaching and 3rd year at Shafer Elementary! I strive to make reading fun and challenging to push the kinds of our students. I am looking forward to an awesome year with our Shafer Silver Knights!

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Mrs. Wendt

My name is Mandy Wendt and I am so excited to be joining the 3rd grade team as a Math & Science teacher. This will be my 22nd year in education and Katy ISD. I have taught 2nd grade, 4th grade, K-5 Math Intervention and most recently I was a Math & Science Instructional Coach. I can’t wait to get back into the classroom to learn and grow with my students in all things Math & Science! I am proud to be a Shafer Silver Knight!