Individuals and Societies (Social Studies)

MYP 1 (6th Grade)

Mr. Andersen

US History

I am most excited for this year to encourage teaching and learning in new ways. Traditional school has been moving into the 21st Century at a glacial pace. We’re going through a tough time right now, but we will come out stronger with new skills and collaborative efforts we never thought possible.

I love working at Lexington for the students. They’re the reason I’m in education. As a career changer, my main goal has been to improve the lives of my students. I had great teachers who left an indelible mark on my life and I hope I can do that for my own students.

The most important learner profile trait we all can embody this year will be open-minded. This is going to be a school year like no other and the importance of empathy will play an important role in the success of our students.

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Ms. Goderich

US History & Reading

Hi Lynx!
My favorite part of teaching at Lexington Middle School are my students! I love helping them understand the content especially when they make connections between what they are learning and in their own lives.

The IB Learner Profile Trait I try to embody the most is Open-minded. As an educator, it is important to listen and learn from many points of views to get a better holistic understanding. 

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MYP 2 (7th Grade)

Ms. Cowdin

Civics

I love teaching- especially at LXMS- because it gives me the opportunity to be a part of students’ journeys as they adopt new ideas and become who they want to be in the world. 

I strive for a Balanced approach to learning because ALL of YOU is important, not just your intellectual development! 

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Mr. Hennig

Civics

Hello, I am very excited to work with the students to continue to grow and become exceptional learners. I know that if we all work together (staff, students, and families), we will have a phenomenal year!

The IB Learner Profile trait I want to focus on this year is Open-Mindedness. We all come from different backgrounds and have experienced different things and I think it is very important to be respectful of each other's culture and experiences.

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Mrs. Volpe

Civics

I think balanced is the most essential IB Learner trait because I believe that to be happy in this world it’s very important that you value all aspects of your life.  I love my work and I love learning, but I also enjoy spending time with my family and friends and being physically active.  I love to travel and enjoy the outdoors and I love to read.  By blending all of these things together, I live my best life.  This is advice I try to pass on to my students as well.
I feel balanced teaching at Lexington because it is a great place to learn, but it’s also a wonderful community of friends and a place to have fun.  The students and teachers work together as a team and that makes it a great place to work and learn new things.

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MYP 3 (8th Grade)

Alaina Beecroft

US History

The sense of community and commitment to life-long learning by students and staff alike is what originally brought me to Lexington several years ago and continues to be what I value most as a member of the LXMS faculty. I love watching my students grow as individuals as they move through the social studies curriculum and I am thankful each day to be a Lynx!

The Learner Profile Traits that I most embody are principled and open-minded; I think it is essential in all aspects of life to be honest and willing to make an attempt to understand viewpoints that don’t necessarily match your own. 

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Mrs. Dunn

US History

Lexington is where I was given my first opportunity to teach and I have been here ever since. I love the teachers, the staff, and the students. I love working here.

The IB learner profile trait I try to embody is open-minded, given the current situation we are all facing we have to be understanding. The way we respond to the changes and struggles should be with flexibility and open-mindedness.

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