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Lauren Gutierrez

Lauren Gutierrez

6-8 Language & Literature and Spanish Language Arts. 6th Grade Homeroom

Interests:  I love to read, rock climb, run and garden.  I also paint and love to create art, especially fiber arts.  I like camping, riding my bike and hiking.
 
Things that make me smile:  I enjoy being creative and being creative with others.  I like spending time outside with family and friends.  
 
Educational Philosophy:  Learning requires action!  Experience with new concepts in multiple contexts and modalities, especially through experience and connection to the real world facilitates learning.  
 
Favorite Part of My Job:  I love to learn, I love to see others learn.
 
My Hero:  My parents!  They have demonstrated hard work, sacrifice and compassion for others.  
 
What I value Most:  I value mutuality of generosity and honesty.  I value frankness and loyalty.  I value open-mindedness, curiosity, creativity and exploration.

Andrea Whitlock

Teacher

I was born and raised in small town, rural New Mexico. After high school I moved to Albuquerque to attend UNM, and graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences. Before beginning graduate school, I spent six months living in Nicaragua, working with elementary students, which sparked my love and interest in teaching. I returned to UNM to complete a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education. I have endorsements in TESOL, Bilingual Education, and am National Board certified. I have taught for 13 years in the local public schools, primarily teaching 4th and 5th grades. I greatly enjoy working with intermediate grade students, encouraging them to reach their fullest potential, and helping to develop and foster their love of learning. My husband and I have two wonderful children. Our daughter will begin kindergarten this year at NMIS as well.  I love spending time with my family, exploring nature, baking, and reading, among other things. I am excited to be joining the NMIS community as a teacher as well as a parent!

Lindsay Glover

Middle School Teacher

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Middle School Teacher

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