First Grade Explorers
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Welcome to Mr. Harsevoort's first grade classroom. This is a second career for me and what a privilege it is to be able to teach these wonderful kids. After graduation from the University of Wisconsin LaCrosse with a degree in Elementary Education, I worked in Kenya and Tanzania for a total of 4 years. After that, I coordinated volunteers and international work. I started working at Marshall Elementary in 2015 when I was a long-term substitute for third grade, immediately followed by second grade. I finished that school year working with kindergartners, first and second graders and subbing when there was a need. I have two children and have learned a lot since college. I continue to learn, and hope for a classroom that encourages learning at all ages and at any time.