STAFF OF THE WEEK: Chris Jones. Mrs. Jones goes above and beyond to make her learning environment welcoming. She meets the students where they are at and is never shy to take on a challenge. In addition, Mrs. Jones is a kind and warm individual, engaging in thoughtful conversations, caring about her peers, and stepping in whenever needed.
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Stephanie Laub. A huge thank you to Mrs. Laub, our amazing bookkeeper, for all the great things she does for LHMS! From keeping our finances in order to jumping in to help wherever she’s needed, she does it all with a smile and a can-do attitude. Her attention to detail, organization, and positive energy make such a difference every single day. We appreciate you, Mrs. Laub — thanks for keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes and for being such an important part of the LHMS family!
We are proud to announce our Staff of the Year! Congratulations to Natalie MacLachlan and Karen Stahlecker.
STAFF OF THE WEEK. Dana Erdman. Ms. Erdman has been thrown some curve balls over the past couple weeks and has handled them in stride and with a smile. She is clearly passionate about teaching her students and guiding them to be their best selves. She is also willing to adapt her situation and routines to help the larger LHMS community. Thank you, Ms. Erdman, for all you do!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Jasmine Schooley. Ms. Schooley, the amazing efforts you've gone through to help our students, build relationships with families and staff, and just do incredible things every day have not gone unnoticed. You are a valued member of the LHMS family.
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Ben Jones. Mr. Jones, I consider it a privilege to watch you teach and to see how much knowledge and expertise you bring into your classroom, as well as a passion for getting kids to learn the material and love literature and writing. I appreciate all you do for your students. LHMS wouldn't be the same without you!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Kristi Christensen. The way Mrs. Christensen treats students of all abilities is just really inspiring. She is willing to adjust expectations and formats to help students truly show what they know and creates a supportive, inclusive learning environment. She is patient and kind and you can tell how much she cares about all her students!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Vanessa Cornelius and Karen Stahlecker. Mrs. Cornelius and Mrs. Stahlecker are the amazing duo that keep our media center running! They are constantly juggling the needs of teachers and students, from technology problems to i-Ready/ISAT testing to book check-out to lunchtime activities to just knowing all the things about all the things. Thank you for all you do for everyone at LHMS!
Mark your calendars! The Alpine Lynx will be hosting a wax night January 16th, at Ridgeline Bike and Ski from 5 pm -7 pm. There will be games and prizes as well as a $10 wax. We hope to see you there!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Camron Wells. Huge shout-out to Mr. Wells, who recently put together an amazing interview experience for his students, bringing in community volunteers and helping students prepare for future jobs. Mr. Wells is always incredibly flexible and supportive—his patience and kindness make such a different to our kids!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Brittany Broderick. Ms. Broderick, you are SO amazing at what you do! Kids are growing in their foundational skills because of you. You are thoughtful, thorough, concise, and king with the students. We appreciate everything you do for LHMS!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Art Calisto. Mr. Calisto is the kind of leader who doesn’t need a spotlight to shine. He leads by example with quiet strength, humility, and genuine care. No matter how busy he is, he is always available to support others, and his presence elevates everyone around them. Truly a magnificent leader in the most grounded way.
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Dave Johnson. Shout-out to the teacher who leads by example — picking up trash, taking ownership of our space, and connecting with students on their level to teach responsibility. Mr. Johnson, your actions speak volumes! You always go above and beyond for the students and meet them with kindness and grace. You put the interest of the students first and it shows through their successes in class and as humans.
Please support LHMS activities and athletics. Check out the amazing prizes you could win when purchasing raffle tickets. On sale now until January 2, 2026.
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Cesar Dominguez. Mr. Dominguez always reminds his peers that they are doing amazing things. His positivity is beyond words--finding the cheer on even the hardest days. When it comes to students, Mr. Dominguez is supportive, firm, and positive. He helps students believe in themselves. Mr. Dominguez, thank you for helping lift all of us up!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Annalisa Nava. Ms. Nava, the teacher who never gives up — explaining concepts a thousand ways until it clicks! She makes math fun and shows incredible patience with every student. Perhaps we would have all fallen in love with math in middle school if we would have had a teacher like Ms. Nava who can make a dry lesson on graphing and coordinate grids into a creative and engaging activity. LHMS is very lucky to have Ms. Nava!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Jason Hazlitt. Mr. Hazlitt is an incredible example of kindness, understanding, and teamwork. He consistently goes above and beyond to support our school by teaching multiple subjects wherever he’s needed. His flexibility and positive attitude make a lasting impact on both LHMS students and LHMS Staff. Thank you, Mr. Hazlitt, for all you do to help our school succeed!
Mark your calendar. The Lake Hazel Middle School Book Fair is coming November 10-14!
STAFF OF THE WEEK: Karen Miller. Mrs. Miller is a quiet rockstar, always engaging in new lesson ideas and going above and beyond for her students and peers. This year, she has taken on two new courses, a challenge that she has faced with dedication and positivity. Thank you, Mrs. Miller, for being awesome!
Picture Retake Day : This Friday, October 24th.
