09/03/2026
This week's Teacher feature is Mrs. Kellie Putnam, one of our 3-year-old Preschool teachers, who is celebrating her second year at St. Luke’s. For Mrs. Putnam, one of the most rewarding parts of teaching is having a front-row seat as her students discover the world around them. She loves watching them explore, learn, and grow throughout the school year, especially as they discover the Outdoor Classroom. At the heart of her teaching is her faith. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” The same faith shapes the advice she would give her students: always put God first and trust Him to lead you on the right path.
A lifelong learner herself, Mrs. Putnam earned her bachelor’s degree in computer science and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in early childhood development and education with a focus on applied behavior analysis. She looks forward to graduating in spring 2027. When she is not in the classroom or studying, Mrs. Putnam enjoys making memories with her family. She and her husband, Shawn, a professor at UCF, have been married for 13 years and have four children, all of whom attend St. Luke’s. Some of their favorite family activities include visiting Disney World and Epic Universe and going to the movies. Mrs. Putnam also enjoys relaxing at the spa and discovering new foods.
Mrs. Putnam’s love of new experiences has also taken her around the world. She has traveled to Japan, Thailand, Ireland, Norway, France, the United Kingdom, and Mexico. Mrs. Putnam brings her many experiences, love of learning, and strong faith into her preschool classroom. We are grateful to have Mrs. Putnam as part of the St. Luke’s family and to see the care and encouragement she pours into helping our youngest students learn and grow each day.
