Hi, my name is Christa Keys and I am so excited to be joining Grayling Elementary as an ELY 2nd Grade Teacher! Teaching has always been something that has been a desire of mine and I’m so excited and thankful to start my journey here in this community.
I graduated from Ferris State University in 2020 and found myself working with children with an ASD diagnosis for the past 5 years, and have since fallen into the teaching world. I started at GES in April this year, then began accruing credits for my teaching certificate. I’ve had the pleasure of making so many connections within GES and cannot wait to continue making connections and growing as an educator.
When not in front of the classroom, you can find me chasing sunsets, reading, kayaking, hiking, being the best aunt I can be, or simply anything outdoors. Northern Michigan has so much to offer, and I love soaking in every moment of it!
I am beyond motivated and excited to start this school year off and absorb all the joy that comes with it. Here’s to a great 25-26 school year at Grayling Elementary School!
-Miss Keys, 2nd Grade
11 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Hello! My name is Hannah (Smock) Heavner, and I am so excited to join Grayling Elementary School’s team as your new STEM teacher! I love inspiring curiosity and creativity in young minds, and I can’t wait to see what this new chapter offers.
I graduated from Central Michigan University with a degree in Education, specializing in Integrated Science—Fire Up Chips! For the past few years, I’ve had the pleasure of teaching Science and English at Grayling Middle School. My time there was filled with wonderful memories and connections—I will always hold GMS close to my heart.
Teaching in our community is especially meaningful to me because I grew up in Grayling and attended Crawford AuSable Schools myself. It feels incredibly rewarding to teach in the same community that helped shape me into the person I am today.
Outside the classroom, I love being outdoors, hiking trails, exploring new places, and spending time with my family and friends.
I’m thrilled to bring my passion for science and exploration to our Grayling Elementary School students. Here’s to a fantastic year of discovery, creativity, and fun!
11 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
We can't wait to see our ELY students!
11 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Mrs. Kososky took her reading adventures camping this summer! Keep those summer reading pics coming!
12 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Mrs. Gurzynski is enjoying a book in the coolness of her camper during the hottest part of the day in Ohio!
12 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Mrs. Cobb (4th grade) took a break from summer chores to read on the front porch.
12 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Mrs. Galvani is doing her summer reading with some comfy couch cushions!
12 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Mrs. Bandstra and her students celebrated their end-of-year successes by planting baby spider plants they have been watching grow all year long!
12 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
We have another summer reader! Ms. Baerlocher is doing a little hammock reading at Higgins Lake!
12 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Grayling Elementary School has challenged our staff to show off their summer reading adventures. Our first summer reader is Mrs. Moffit, reading in the sunshine in Kotor, Montenegro on the Adriatic Sea!
12 months ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
The buddy classes of Mrs. Cobb, 1st grade, and Mrs. Cobb, 4th grade, enjoyed a final field trip hike to the Fish Hatchery Park to play together and enjoy popsicles last week. Happy summer!
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Some of our 4th-grade students took a virtual field trip today to visit Mrs. Campbell's son Morgan, who lives in Japan. They learned about Japanese culture in and out of the classroom.
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Some of our 3rd-grade classes took a walking field trip to the Grayling Fish Hatchery and the Fish Hatchery Park last week!
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Mrs. Ranville's 4th-grade class took their Readers Theater practice outside this week. They will be performing their selections next week!
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Meet Up and Eat Up!
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Last week, this year's Safety Patrollers got to celebrate another successful year of helping keep our students safe by travelling to the Gaylord Sportsplex for swimming, skating, and some fun at the park. We would like to thank all of the staff at the Sportsplex for providing us with a great experience AND the Crawford County Sheriff's Office for supporting our Safety Patrollers and making this trip possible.
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
We appreciate our school secretaries and they were recognized today for Administrative Professionals' Day! We love Ms. Bonesteel and Ms. Robin!
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
After several classes sent thank you letters to the linemen who assisted with post-storm damage, Josh Godden, President of CC Power, visited students to share how much the notes meant to him and the workers.
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
A group of educators from Grayling Elementary School met Friday to participate in the Run for the Trees 5K. It was a great day to be outside and walk or run to stay healthy!
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
Thanks to everyone who joined us for Walk and Roll this morning. We can't wait to see everyone at our next event, May 7th!
about 1 year ago, Grayling Elementary School Principal
