Kindergarten

2025-2026   Kindergarten Team – The School at St. George Elementary

• Maria Bertel – Pre-K Teacher & Team Leader
  Ms. Bertel leads the Pre-K team with a focus on building strong academic foundations and fostering a love of learning through hands-on experiences.
  📧 maria.bertel@houstonisd.org

• Ferial Kara – Pre-K Teacher
  Ms. Kara nurtures early learners by encouraging curiosity, creativity, and foundational skills in a supportive environment.
  📧 ferial.kara@houstonisd.org

• Elizabeth Popejoy – Pre-K Teacher
  Ms. Popejoy cultivates student growth through structured play, language development, and engaging learning activities.
  📧 elizabeth.popejoy@houstonisd.org

• Ke’Ona Butler – Pre-K Teacher
  Ms. Butler promotes social-emotional development and early academic skills through interactive, student-centered instruction.
  📧 kbutler@houstonisd.org

• Wendy Lande – Pre-K Teacher
  Ms. Lande supports young learners in developing independence and foundational knowledge in a warm and structured setting.
  📧 wendy.lande@houstonisd.org