Hi! I’m Marie Eillen Ubalde, proud First Grade Teacher at Joseph and Olinga Gregory Elementary School in Kalskag Village, Alaska. With a heart for teaching and a love for learning, I strive to create a classroom where students feel supported, inspired, and excited to grow every day. With 20 years of experience in the classroom, I’ve had the joy of guiding young minds and watching them blossom into confident learners. I hold a Bachelor in Elementary Education, major in Early Childhood Education, from Pilgrim Christian College. My mission is simple: teach with love, lead with patience, and support every student’s journey. When I’m not in the classroom, you’ll find me singing, diving into a good book, or getting creative with cross stitching—all things that keep my spirit full and my creativity flowing.