Amy Hertzske

Kindergarten Teacher

My name is Amy Hertzske, the students call me Mrs. Amy! I have been teaching for 20 years and absolutely LOVE what I do. As a kindergarten teacher, I am the foundation of a student starting their educational career. The role I play in that can make or break how they view school. My goal for them is to have a lifelong love for their education. I have lived in Columbia for 16 years, with a 2-year break in Clarksville. I returned with the privilege of working under my previous, amazing principal, Dr. Pennell.

 I am married to my wonderful husband, Kris, who works as a golf professional at Pillow Springs and started his own business, Killer Hook Golf, when we returned to Maury County. I have two amazing kids, Haley and Mason. They are both grown and living in the adult world. I am one proud MOM!

My husband and I have a bucket list to visit all 63 National Parks. We started several years ago, in honor of my father-in-law, who was a park ranger and has passed away. My name is AMY and I am an AMAZON shopaholic. What is more fun than shopping from your couch.

I graduated from Martin Methodist with my Bachelors in Elementary Education, MTSU with my Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, and have continue my love of learning with adding my +30 in areas of reading and math. I also went back to Union University to add a PreK endorsement to my licenses.

My motto is “We work HARD to play HARD!” and I cannot wait to start another school year at Riverside Elementary.

Carey Cromer

Kindergarten Teacher

Kylie La Porte

Kindergarten Teacher

Hi! My name is Kylie La Porte and this is my sixth year teaching and third year as part of the Riverside family! 

I graduated in 2020 with my Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education. I later went on to obtain a Master's Degree in Education & Technology (2022) and another in Curriculum & Instruction (2024). 

I am happily married to my high school sweetheart, Matthew, and we recently welcomed our sweet son, Banks, last October. Whether we’re exploring the outdoors, trying new restaurants, or just enjoying family time at home, they bring so much joy to my life.

Here’s to a wonderful year in Kindergarten!

Melissa Campi

Kindergarten Teacher

Hi, I am Melissa Campi and I teach Kindergarten here at Riverside Elementary School. I am from Long Island, New York. I love helping kids learn and grown and I’m excited to bring that passion to my students everyday!