KSU Graduate Rhiona Marshall Accepts Teaching Position at Harrison Elementary

KSU Graduate Rhiona Marshall Accepts Teaching Position at Harrison Elementary

Posted on June 14, 2024

Lexington, Ky - Rhiona Marshall, a 2024 Kentucky State University (KSU) graduate, has recently accepted a position as a 5th-grade teacher at Harrison Elementary School within the Fayette County Public School District. This achievement marks the culmination of a journey that began with her passion for education and has now blossomed into a professional career dedicated to shaping young minds.

Born and raised in Lexington, Rhiona graduated from high school in 2020 and immediately pursued her passion for teaching by enrolling at KSU. Her path to becoming an educator started as an elementary education major in the School of Education at KSU. Her d to dedication to her studies were evident throughout her time at the university as she consistently demonstrated a high level of engagement and proficiency in her coursework. Earning her numerous academic awards and recognitions.

"From being 7 years old and playing school with my imaginary class every day to graduating college and now being a full-time educator, God truly works magic, and I'm so grateful to be in the position that I am in," Rhiona expressed. Her words reflect not only her lifelong dream of becoming a teacher but also her deep gratitude and faith in the journey that has brought her to this point.

Rhiona's new role as a 5th-grade teacher will allow her to return to her roots in Lexington, inspiring and educating the next generation of students in her hometown. Her enthusiasm for teaching and her dedication to her students' success are sure to make a significant impact on the lives of the children she will teach. As she steps into her new position, Rhiona brings with her the values and education she received at KSU, ready to make a difference in her community.

KSU congratulates Rhiona Marshall on this significant accomplishment and wishes her the best in her new role. Her journey from a dedicated student to a professional educator serves as an inspiration to current and future students at KSU. Rhiona's success story exemplifies the transformative power of education and the impact that passionate educators can have on their students and their communities.