Urbandale Chamber of Commerce Honors Kim Haller as 2025 Educator of the Year
URBANDALE, IA – May 12, 2025 – The Urbandale Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Kim Haller of Karen Acres Elementary School as the 2025 Educator of the Year. The surprise announcement took place during a school assembly on Monday, May 12, recognizing Haller’s extraordinary impact on students, colleagues, and the Urbandale Community School District over the past 33 years.
This annual award, sponsored by Buenzow Insurance, celebrates a teacher who goes above and beyond in their dedication to education and student success.
“Every year, we seek nominations from across the district for teachers who truly exemplify excellence in education,” said Ben Buenzow, President of Buenzow Insurance, during the ceremony. “Kim Haller is not only a master at designing engaging and meaningful instruction, but she also brings science and engineering to life for her students in a way that builds resilience, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills.”
Haller’s contributions reach far beyond her own classroom. She is known for supporting her colleagues, enhancing the overall learning environment, and effectively meeting the diverse needs of her students, including multilingual learners.
The Urbandale Chamber of Commerce is honored to recognize educators like Haller who continue to inspire and shape the future of our community through their passion and commitment.
For more information about the Educator of the Year award or the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce, please contact:
Tiffany Menke
President, Urbandale Chamber of Commerce
Phone: (515) 331-6855
The Urbandale Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based business organization that serves its membership and business community by promoting economic development, business growth and a high quality of life.