Kim Green Wins Laurel School's 2024-2025 Hostetler Chair

Laurel School Faculty & Staff Awards are presented annually at the end of the academic year.

Kim Green | Third Grade Teacher

The Hostetler Chair recognizes a person who does more than simply teach; they inspire, connect and create a rich, engaging and transformative learning environment. Mrs. Green fully embodies these qualities and has dedicated herself to the excellence of her classroom and the growth and success of Laurel students.

One of the hallmarks of Mrs. Green’s teaching style is her remarkable ability to communicate—whether it is with students, colleagues or families. Parents often speak of how grateful they are for Mrs. Green’s regular communication—how it helps them understand their child’s progress and makes them feel like partners in their child’s education journey. Perhaps one of Mrs. Green’s most enduring legacies at Laurel is the Family Book Club, which she has led for the past decade alongside Karen Yusko. Together, they have created a warm and welcoming space for families to come together, share the joy of literature, and make meaningful connections, while also providing students with a space to express themselves fully. This commitment to fostering strong, supportive relationships and a love of books is the heart of Mrs. Green’s work.

Finally, her impact is also felt beyond the classroom during Summer at Laurel, where Mrs. Green has been a key figure in leading and coordinating camps for many years. This honor reflects Mrs. Green’s exceptional skills, unwavering dedication, and the incredible impact she has made on Laurel.

THE HOSTETLER CHAIR

The first endowed chair established at a girls’ school in the country and made possible by a transformative gift from Hazel Prior Hostetler ’11, the Hostetler Chair recognizes master teachers who generally have taught for at least ten years, who have demonstrated excellence in teaching in the classroom as well as an unusual ability to communicate with students.