The Early Childhood model here in Hastings is unique and effective, with a team of staff who support students, families, and each other.”

Dina Greiskalns

For the past two years, Ms. Dina Greiskalns has been working with our youngest learners in the ISD 200 Preschool program at Tilden. "My favorite part of my job is seeing the excitement in the kids' faces as they are eager to learn and work alongside our incredible team of positive, experienced staff members," says Ms. Greiskalns.
Dina brings over 30 years of experience working with young children in various roles. She has a deep passion for teaching them to be thoughtful thinkers, kind friends, and enthusiastic learners. "We create a classroom family, both within our room and throughout Tilden. This preschool program is dedicated to supporting children during one of the most exciting and important stages of their lives—their first educational experience. The Early Childhood model here in Hastings is unique and effective, with a team of staff who support students, families, and each other," Dina explains.
Throughout her career, Dina has had many opportunities, but she chose ISD 200 because of its tight-knit community and its focus on the development of young children. "I love working with my coworkers and administrators!" she shares.
Dina is inspired by her 100-year-old grandmother, who continues to live independently in her own home. "She has been an incredible role model—caring, compassionate, and hardworking. She leads by example, always baking something delicious for family and friends. She lived through the Great Depression, both World Wars (including her husband's time serving and being shot down over Italy), and countless other world changes. Despite all of this, she remains the sunny, shining light in my life. I strive to follow her example by helping and caring for my family, friends, students, and coworkers," says Dina.
When not baking, Dina enjoys reading, kayaking, and hiking on the North Shore, where she practices her skills at hunting for agate.