AGWSR’s Special Education instructor, Martha Karsjens, says she entered her career in education in an what she refers to as an unusual manner. She began as an associate and was told by a co-worker that she should become an educator. After giving the idea thought, she began pursuing her degree.

Sadie Poppens is one of the newest teachers at AGWSR this year. A kindergarten teacher, Poppens grew up in Parkersburg and now lives in rural Aplington with her husband, Shane.