Shannan Cremeens, English teacher, has been selected as the 2023-2024 Teacher of the Year by her West High colleagues. Mrs. Cremeens' core beliefs go beyond teaching English curriculum, but helping students reach their potential and learn how to function as successful members of society. While this looks different for all individuals, helping students communicate effectively, work collaboratively with one another, and realize their potential to have an impact on society are just a few aspects she hopes to impart to all of her students.
In Mrs. Cremeens' classroom, she strives to create a comfortable atmosphere where all students feel safe and find a sense of belonging. As the "mom" of the department, so many classroom conversations are about helping others, being the best version of yourself, and making every space better when you leave than when you found it. She is always looking for ways to help students see the bigger picture of making the world a better place.
Outside of school, Mrs. Cremeens is the mother of two Parkway West grads, Landon (class of 2016) and William (class of 2019), and spends spare time on the golf course (but this doesn't necessarily mean her handicap gets any lower!) She also enjoys backpacking, exercising, reading, and spending time walking her dog, Ellie, with her husband, Vic, of 30 years. She is also an avid Mizzou sports fan. MIZ...
Mrs. Cremeens has been teaching at Parkway West since 2006. She moved to St. Louis from Columbia, MO, where she started teaching at West Junior in the Columbia Public School District in 1994. She holds a Master of Teaching certificate from Columbia College, a B.A. in Education from Columbia College, and a B.A. in English from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
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