The 5 Best Teachers Around Grand County

A teacher’s work includes helping a child tackle a first reading lesson and guiding a teenager toward life after graduation. Across Grand County, educators build academic skills while encouraging curiosity, confidence and responsibility. The teachers recognized in the Best of Grand contest reflect that work at preschool, elementary and high school levels. Their classrooms in Granby and Kremmling support students through different stages of learning, with attention to individual progress and preparation for what comes next.

Maggie Keller || Granby Elementary School

Maggie Keller teaches reading, writing, mathematics and social-emotional skills at Granby Elementary School. She adapts instruction to different learning styles, creating an inclusive classroom that encourages curiosity and academic growth. Collaboration with families, school staff and district administrators helps Keller implement standards-based lessons and monitor student progress.

Andrew Mericle || West Grand High School

At West Grand High School in Kremmling, Andrew Mericle guides students through secondary coursework with an emphasis on critical thinking, practical knowledge and accountability. His work includes classroom instruction, mentorship and involvement in extracurricular activities. Mericle helps students develop skills for higher education, vocational training or entry into the workforce.

Claire Luque || Granby Elementary School

Literacy, numeracy and problem-solving are central to Claire Luque’s instruction at Granby Elementary School. She develops lessons aligned with state academic standards while supporting individual progress and collaborative learning. Communication with families and coordination with fellow educators help Luque maintain a positive classroom environment for young learners.

Gretchen Reynolds || Granby Play Days Preschool

Gretchen Reynolds uses play-based learning to guide children ages 2½ to 5 at Granby Play Days Preschool. Her classroom activities support language development, fine and gross motor skills, social-emotional growth and creative exploration. Individualized attention and curiosity-driven experiences help children build foundational skills and prepare for kindergarten.

Adrian Illyes || Granby Elementary School

Adrian Illyes creates structured learning experiences that emphasize academic confidence and personal accountability at Granby Elementary School. He works with colleagues on curriculum design, student assessment and classroom management. Active participation, skill building and respectful classroom interactions shape his approach to elementary instruction.

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