Picture by Traditions Portrait Design, Carlyle, IL	My husband and I with our Buddies in the NDSS Buddy Walk	Jonas

     My name is Shelley Kenow.  I am originally from Carlyle, but have lived in Albers for the last 9 years.  I have been married to my wonderful husband, Kevin, for 19 years.  We have one amazing child and a very lovable dog.

     I received my teaching degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville  in December of 2002, was a substitute for 2 years, taught in Albers 1 year and this is my sixth year at Aviston.  I was a teacher’s aide for 10 years before finishing my teaching degree.  My husband and I were youth group leaders in Alconbury, England for 3 years while we lived there.  I have been a Sunday School teacher, church nursery worker and have volunteered for the Special Olympics, St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, St. Louis Christian Academy, and Earith Country Day School, Earith, England. I am the Volunteer Coordinator for Chakota Therapeutic Riding Center and volunteer with the Clinton County Humane Society.

     I believe that children, like flowers, will blossom when given love, attention, nurturing, and individual care.  I agree with William Shakespeare, that while we know what we are now, we don't know what we will become. 

     Thank you for visiting my site.  I hope you have enjoyed it.