Getting to Know Mrs. Hehner

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    Hi!  My name is Lisa Hehner.  I am very excited to be working with my amazing grades 3-5 Meramec readers!  It's going to be such a wonderful year of learning, fun, and growth!

    This is my 15th year teaching in the School District of Clayton.  My first ten years, I was a fourth grade teacher at Captain, and the last four years I served as a reading specialist at Meramec.  I grew up in St. Louis and have lived here all my life.  I am married, the mother of three wonderful sons, and a lucky grandma to an adorable grandson and granddaughter. 

    I earned a BS in elementary and special education from Quincy University, MA in elementary education and reading from the University of Missouri and recently attended Maryville University to obtain thirty additional graduate hours in teacher leadership.  I enjoy learning and will probably never stop taking classes!!

     

    I absolutely love teaching children and my greatest satisfaction is helping my students develop independence and a love of learning!  I encourage my students to reach for the stars!  I teach my students the five habits of mind that all children need for success:

    Optimism

    Feeling hopeful that risks are worth taking and that problems will work their way out. When you do something new, you think, "I can try," and give it your best shot because that's how you grow.

    Flexibility

    Seeing and trying many possible actions within a task. When one thing doesn't work out, you try a different way.

    Resilience

    Bouncing back and recovering from setbacks or failures. When you have trouble, you bounce back and try again.

    Persistence

    Sticking with something even when it is challenging. Having persistence means you try and try again even when it feels hard.

    Empathy

    Feeling how another person is feeling and imagining what it would be like to be in another's position. You have empathy when you feel someone's feelings in your own heart.

    I believe that working together with my students' parents, we can create the very best learning experiences.   I am a big believer in communication, and always welcome your input and ideas. Please feel free to contact me by email to help answer any questions or address concerns.  Thank you for taking the time to visit my website.

    My school email: lisahehner@claytonschools.net 

    Warmly,

    Lisa Hehner