Kay Furnish
Assistant Lecturer of Elementary Education
About Kay Furnish
Kay Furnish brings a wealth of experience to her role, with a teaching career that began in 2011. Her instructional background spans diverse settings, from a rural school district to Burris Laboratory School at Ball State University. She has extensive experience with students across multiple elementary grade levels.
As a dedicated member of her professional community, Mrs. Furnish actively contributes to academic committees and fosters strong connections between schools and the community. Her commitment to continuous learning and professional growth is evident in her ongoing participation in professional development and continuous learning.
Mrs. Furnish's personal experience as an Indiana foster parent further fuels her passion for meeting the unique needs of children in the state. She is deeply committed to preparing preservice educators to be well-equipped and effective teachers who can serve all learners, driven by a profound passion for helping children learn and thrive.
Professional Experience
Instructor
Elementary Teacher
Education
M. S. Elementary Education/ Literacy
Ball State University, 2024
B.S. Elementary Education (K-6)/Reading
Purdue University, West Lafayette, 2010
Presentations
Furnish, K. and Dotson, M. (2022, November 20-21). The Power of Play [Video Presentation]. Indiana Association of School Principals, Indianapolis, IN.
Areas of Expertise/Licensure
Literacy
Course Schedule
| Course |
No. |
Term |
Level |
Hours |
Location |
| Education in a Democratic Society [syllabus] |
EDEL 100.003 |
Fall 2025 |
Undergraduate |
3.0 |
Lecture |
| Education in a Democratic Society [syllabus] |
EDEL 100.004 |
Fall 2025 |
Undergraduate |
3.0 |
Lecture |
| Education in a Democratic Society [syllabus] |
EDEL 100.007 |
Fall 2025 |
Undergraduate |
3.0 |
Lecture |
| Reading and Language Arts Instruction in the Elementary Classroom [syllabus] |
EDRD 300.004 |
Fall 2025 |
Undergraduate |
3.0 |
Experiential |