Fifth Grade Crew Leader
Hi, I’m Lana Perez and I am excited to start my 2nd year teaching 5th Grade Crew/Expedition this year!
I’m originally from Northern Virginia, but have lived and taught all over America & the world! Growing up, I’ve always had a passion for education and began pursuing it in college where I studied Liberal Studies/Elementary Education at University of California Riverside and later received a masters in Childhood & Bilingual Education at Fordham University. I began my teaching career in New York City through Teach for America and have also taught at schools in Denver. Recently, I was able to achieve a personal dream of getting to teach abroad in Taiwan, which was a life-changing experience!
Outside of work, I love to spend time in nature, often accompanied by my dog Kuma, getting lost in a book, or being creative through things like baking, playing music or crafting. I like making connections and building community through interests and parts of my background spending time with/ celebrating my culture with the Filipino American Community Center. I’m a big fan of movies and a huge Nuggets fan and would happily yap for long periods of time about either topic. I have family spread out all over America, but remain close to my 3 sisters who are also my best friends. I love to travel and explore new places. Also food. I love food.
This year marks my 16th year as an educator and I’m excited to get to know everyone in the DDES extended community this year and have adventures and memories with all!