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Karina Vander Weerdt
Family Consumer Science Teacher
- Career Readiness (High School)
- Career Readiness (Career Academy)
In 2008 I graduated from Iowa State University (Go Cyclones!!) with a degree in Family Consumer Sciences Education and Studies, and have been teaching FCS ever since. In 2012 I received my Master’s in Education from Morningside University. I joined the Pella High School staff in 2021.
I enjoy spending time with my husband and three kids. Most of my free time is spent watching my kids’ activities. As a family, we enjoy being outside and traveling. I also like reading, gardening and being active.