Hello!  I am Kristen Hayes, and am so proud to be a part of the amazing St. William the Abbot family! This will be my fourth year teaching Kindergarten, and I absolutely love it! My husband and I will be celebrating our 25th anniversary this year. We are the proud parents of two children, Evan and Abby.  Our son is a senior at St. Dominic High School, and our daughter is a freshman at St. John the Baptist. I obtained my B.S. in Elementary and Special Education from SUNY Old Westbury, and my M.S. in Early Childhood and Special Education at Touro College. Teaching is my passion!  I love what I do!  I attended both Catholic elementary and high schools, and both of our children attend Catholic schools.  We understand and appreciate your sacrifice to provide your children with a faith-based education. I truly feel blessed to be part of this school community, and to be your child's Kindergarten teacher.  Thank you for allowing me the privilege of sharing this special year in your child's life!