Every little thing Kristy Davis touches is golden, but don’t expect her to sweep into a room with
grandeur like Galinda in Wicked. Davis is more unassuming, the type who spreads her pixie
dust behind the scenes, and makes magic happen.
Davis is an elementary Curriculum Coordinator at Bossier Schools, best described as a
“teacher’s teacher,” who works behind the scenes to guide instruction and help them excel in
their classrooms. As a 30-year educator, most of that time spent teaching at Platt Elementary,
Davis shares her wealth of knowledge throughout the district in a way that has won the hearts of
her colleagues.
“She takes the time to build trust and earn the respect of teachers before offering her insights,”
said Benton Elementary Principal Kim Hawkins. “During her most recent visit, she joined one of
our team meetings, and the impact was undeniable. The teachers left the meeting energized,
confident, and excited. One even said to me ‘I am SO excited to teach this!’ Kristy’s role is not
an easy one – she is sometimes tasked with delivering information that may not always be
popular, while also serving as a source of support for teachers. Yet, she manages to balance
these responsibilities with grace, empathy, and encouragement, leaving a lasting positive
influence on our staff.”
Platt Principal Cathy Turner echoes Hawkins’ sentiments, adding “One of the things I admire
most is how well Mrs. Davis builds relationships. She makes people feel heard, respected, and
valued. I am always amazed at how well she knows my teachers. She will often ask about their
lives, kids, and even their pets. Because she takes the effort and time to create these
relationships, our teachers know they can count on her. That kind of connection makes a huge
difference in how our team works together and grows.”
Perhaps the greatest compliment to Davis is that two of her three children followed her lead and
now walk in her footsteps as educators. It became a full circle moment when her daughter,
Cailey, began teaching at Platt.
“As her daughter, I get a behind-the-scenes view of the late nights, the countless hours, and the
unwavering dedication she gives to her job,” Cailey Davis avows. “She is the hardest worker I
know, and she does it all while supporting the teachers around her with kindness,
encouragement, and a smile on her face. I am a better teacher not only because she is my
mom, but more importantly because she is my coordinator. She truly loves her work and it
shows in the way she lifts others up!”
Not one to seek attention, instead choosing to celebrate others’ successes, imagine the shock
when Davis was surprised at a large gathering among her peers with news that she was Bossier
Schools’ latest Gold Star recipient. It was a moment that moved Davis to tears.
“What an honor to be recognized by the great leaders and teachers in our district!” Davis
exclaimed. “This award has completely humbled me with gratitude. All of the glowing accolades
from some of the people that mean the most to me in this profession will always be special to
me, but the remarks from my daughter will always be my favorite! Knowing that she changed
her career path because she wanted to follow in my footsteps will always be one of my greatest
accomplishments as an educator.”