Mrs. Thow is a 2nd grade classroom teacher at Como Park Elementary for the school year 2023-2024. She has been part of the Como Park Elementary community since 2004. She started as an intermediate teacher at Como Park Elementary and gradually moved down to the primary grades. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies and a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership. 

Mrs. Thow currently lives in the Twin Cities with her family and one fancy goldfish.  In her spare time, she likes to spend time with her family doing a variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking, fishing, boating, and gardening. 

Como Park Elementary has been like a second home to Mrs. Thow for many years.  She loves working with the students, families and staff.  Como Park Elementary is passionate about building a community of lifelong learners and she takes pride in being a part of the school’s mission and vision.

"Education is not the preparation for life; education is life itself."

                               - John Dewey