Phone: (469)752-0345

Email:

Degrees and Certifications:

Bachelor of Science in General Studies Alternative Certification in process with ACT-Dallas *EC-6 Core Subjects with Science of Teaching Reading *ESL Supplemental

Mrs. Kara Matthews

I grew up in Florida, where I met my husband Mark. We moved to Texas in the fall of 2013, and although we miss being 10 minutes from the beach, we love calling Plano home. My former career was in banking, and then I took some time off to stay home with our four children (now ages 21, 19, 18, and 6). When I'm not at work, I can be found reading a book, watching British murder mysteries on TV, and spending time with my family and friends. We enjoy going to the movies, trying new restaurants together, playing board games, going to musicals/plays, and having random dance parties in the living room.

I have been at Bethany Elementary since January 2019. I absolutely love our amazing staff and the families who make everyone feel so welcome. Bethany Elementary really does feel like home. During my first two and a half years at Bethany, I ran the PASAR after-school program. I spent the next three years as the school secretary, which inspired me to return to school to become a teacher. I am excited to join the kindergarten team this year!

 


  • Daily Class Schedule

    7:40-8:00 BBTV, Entry activity, and Morning Circle

    8:00-8:30 Whole Group Literacy

    8:30-8:50 Writer’s Workshop

    8:50-10:00 Literacy Stations 

    (snack at 9:00)

    10:00-10:30 Recess

    10:30-11:00 Calendar/Whole Group Math

    11:00-11:30 Lunch

    11:30-12:30 Math Stations 

    12:30-1:10 Bear Centers

    1:10-2:00 Inquiry & Innovation 

    2:00-2:50  Specials

    2:50-3:00 Closing Circle

    3:00 Dismissal

     

    Fridays: 

    PACE will on Thursdays @ 8:00 - 9:00am

    BAMM will be on Fridays @ 8:00 - 8:30am

    Library will be every Friday @ 12:30 - 1:00pm

    Counselor will be every other Friday @ 9:15 - 9:45am