Westgate Community School

Meet Kris Hamilton: Westgate founder, teacher-leader, and 2026 Educator of the Year. 🌟

For 18 years, Kris has been one of the hearts behind Westgate Community School, helping build it from the ground up and showing up every single day for the students and families who call it home.

As a 1st grade teacher and founding member of this community, she brings an unmatched depth of care, expertise, and commitment to the whole child in everything she does.

"The mission and vision of this amazing school keep me coming back year after year."

This is what it looks like when a school is built by people who truly believe in it. Congratulations, Kris! 💙