Roosevelt High School motivates students to engage in rigorous academic experiences and ensures educational justice for all. Students will leave Roosevelt High School driven to serve, equipped to positively impact the world.
Our motto is: "Enter to learn, leave to serve"
Roosevelt High School offers a variety of strong, well-rounded academic choices for students. International Baccalaureate is an academically challenging program for motivated college-bound students. IB programs explore all subject areas and promote participation in athletic/recreational, creative and social service activities.
The departments listed below offer all students academic choices to help them prepare for college, careers and life.
My name is Dawn Lucken Hills and I'm thrilled to join the Roosevelt community this school year. I have been teaching and supporting classrooms for over 20 years. I have a BA in English from Concordia College, Moorhead and a MA in Teaching from the University of St. Thomas. I am passionate about building a community of readers and writers in my classroom. When people tell me they don't like to read, I'm quick to let them know they just haven't found the right book!
When I'm not at school, I love spending time with my husband and son, watching TV/movies, reading, listening to music, and hanging out with my three dogs (Nora, Izzy, & Douglas).
I'm looking forward to getting to know the students and families at Roosevelt. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
I've been working in the field of education since graduating from North Dakota State University with a degree in biology in 1997. I have had the opportunity to teach in both formal and informal classrooms with a focus on science education for most of my career. I have taught children as young as four, adults in masters programs and every age in between. I am happy to be back in a high school setting, excited to be back in MPS and thrilled to be part of the AVID team at Roosevelt! When I’m not at school, I enjoy being outside, watching youth sports and trying to master the art of baking. Each year I get closer and closer to perfecting my cheesecake recipe. ;)
I came to Roosevelt as an AVID tutor in 2021 and fell in love with the program. What do I love about AVID? The students, of course! AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a national program designed to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college and career readiness and success in a global society. The AVID curriculum is designed around core strategies to help students develop their writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization and reading (WICOR) skills. Students in the AVID program will see themselves grow both academically and socially and will be empowered to take ownership of their education.
Learn more about AVID at Roosevelt or send me an email. I’d love to tell you more about what makes this program a great fit for so many students!
My name is Ben Rengstorf. I’m the teacher for culinary education at Roosevelt High School. I completed a degree in education from the University of Minnesota (Spanish and ELL) in 2006, and have been a classroom teacher ever since. In 2017, I received a degree in Culinary Arts from Saint Paul College, and I am currently working on a degree in Sustainable Food Systems from Prescott College. I’m passionate about education as well as food, so it is an honor and joy to bring them together in this program.
Roosevelt Culinary Arts is a nationally award-winning program whose mission is to empower students through holistic food education that nourishes ourselves, our communities and the earth. All students are welcome in Roosevelt Culinary Arts, whether brand new or experienced in the kitchen. This class is for students that are interested in a job/career working with food, as well as anyone looking to expand home cooking knowledge.
We offer three semester long courses: Culinary Arts Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. In each level, we explore in more depth the role food plays in our lives and our cultures. We analyze recipes, practice all sorts of cooking techniques, and get familiar with a wide range of cooking equipment.
We study cuisines and chefs from around the world, and we work towards food justice and sustainability for humans and Mother Earth. This includes students planning and serving community meals.
In addition to gaining expertise in the kitchen, students learn lifelong job readiness skills, are exposed to career opportunities in all sorts of food related industries, and get to experience the entire food system first-hand in partnering with the Roosevelt Urban Farming classes.
Here are examples of the transformative learning opportunities happening in our classroom:
We make learning in the kitchen possible for over 200 students each year, which costs over $20,000. Donations make up our entire budget, so your support really makes a difference.
We make learning in the kitchen possible for over 200 students each year, which costs over $20,000. Donations make up our entire budget, so your support really makes a difference.
As a specialist in dance education, Mariah Johnson aims to use her experience, dedication and creativity to add value to students development and the Roosevelt Community. Compelled to pass on her love of dance, she studied at MN State University, Mankato and completed her BA in Dance with a k-12 concentration at Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC. She has been teaching in the Twin Cities for over a decade in both private and public education sectors, teaching all ages and abilities.
I'm originally from St. Louis Missouri. I moved to Minnesota in 10th grade and attended Patrick Henry HS. I'm a 1989 PH grad! I student taught at Roosevelt in 1995 and I’ve been here ever since.
This is my 29th year at RHS; long enough to have taught some former students' children! This year I am teaching Journalism and RISE English 12. In recent years I was awarded the Educator of Excellence Award from Best Prep for “Outstanding dedication and commitment to Best Prep and the education of Minnesota students.”
I believe in every one of my students, and hold each of them to high expectations, every day. My students are the BEST part of my job!
Mollie Haspert Olson M.Ed., B.A.
English Language Arts
My name is Dawn Lucken Hills and I'm thrilled to join the Roosevelt community this school year. I have been teaching and supporting classrooms for over 20 years. I have a BA in English from Concordia College, Moorhead and a MA in Teaching from the University of St. Thomas. I am passionate about building a community of readers and writers in my classroom. When people tell me they don't like to read, I'm quick to let them know they just haven't found the right book!
When I'm not at school, I love spending time with my husband and son, watching TV/movies, reading, listening to music, and hanging out with my three dogs (Nora, Izzy, & Douglas).
I'm looking forward to getting to know the students and families at Roosevelt. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
I am from the Troll Capital of the World in Wisconsin, and has been teaching for Minneapolis Public Schools for 20 years.
When I'm not teaching sassy seniors literature and film, I can usually be found running with Team Honey Badger, knitting and baking, or just walking around the neighborhood with my German Shepherd, Sestra Charlotte.
Welcome to my Class! I have taught at Roosevelt since 1997. I went to the University of Minnesota for my B.A. and M.Ed. I grew up in the Powderhorn area and attended Minneapolis Central. I was the last graduating class in 1982.
Hi! My name is Ashley Siegner and I'm excited to continue my teaching career at Roosevelt. This year I'll be teaching two sections of Co-English 10 with Johanna Baker-Raivo and three sections of English 10.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Iowa in 2020 and an earned a Master of Education in English Education from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities in 2023.
In my free time I enjoy biking, baking, and going to concerts.
Hello! My name is Johanna Baker-Raivo or Ms. Raivo (she/her). I am an English Language (EL) teacher. I will be teaching ESL 3A this school year.
This is my second year at Roosevelt and I am so excited to be here! I have previously taught for 13 years at Anwatin Middle School. I am also a Minneapolis Public School (MPS) alumni and graduated from Henry High School.
In my free time, you can find me gardening, camping, biking or swimming. I have 3 kids who all attend MPS schools. I also love travelling and language! I studied abroad in Guatemala and Cuba and taught English in Japan.
Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions!
I love teaching at Roosevelt and I am excited to get to know you!
I have spent my life learning different languages and exploring the world. I have a degree in French from Gustavus Adolphus College, where I also studied German. I studied Spanish in Cuenca, Ecuador and near Xela, Guatemala. Eventually, I realized I could use my curiosity for languages in the classroom and received my Master’s degree in Education from Minnesota State University, Mankato. I have been teaching English to students new to multilingual students since 2017. Best job ever!
When I’m not teaching, you might find me at a Roosevelt sporting event, walking my dog in my neighborhood, reading a book, or practicing German on Duolingo.
زه په روزویلټ کې له تدریس سره مینه لرم او زه لیواله یم چې تاسو وپیژنم!
ما خپل ژوند د مختلفو ژبو په زده کولو او د نړۍ په سپړلو تیر کړی دی. زه د ګوستاووس اډولفس کالج څخه په فرانسوي کې لیسانس لرم، چیرته چې ما آلمان هم زده کړې. ما په کوینکا، اکوادور او په ګواتیمالا کې Xela ته نږدې هسپانوي زده کړه وکړه. په نهایت کې ، ما پوهیده چې زه کولی شم په ټولګي کې د ژبو لپاره زما لیوالتیا وکاروم او د مینیسوټا ایالت پوهنتون ، مانکاټو څخه په تعلیم کې د ماسټرۍ سند ترلاسه کړم. زه له 2017 راهیسې څو ژبو زده کونکو ته نوي زده کونکو ته انګلیسي تدریس کوم. تر ټولو غوره دنده!
کله چې زه درس نه ورکوم، تاسو ممکن ما د روزویلټ سپورت په پیښه کې ومومئ، خپل سپي زما په ګاونډ کې ګرځول، یو کتاب لوستل، یا په Duolingo کې د آلمان تمرین کول.
زه سږکال تاسو سره لیدو ته سترګې په لار یم!
کیري بینینګ
kari.binning@mpls.k12.mn.us
هغه ټولګي چې زه تدریس کوم:
د ESL 1B لپاره نصاب
د ESL 2B لپاره نصاب
ESL د الففا زده کونکو لپاره
ESL د ښار په کچه زده کونکو لپاره
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¡Me encanta enseñar en Roosevelt y estoy emocionada de conocerte!
He pasado mi vida aprendiendo diferentes idiomas y explorando el mundo. Soy licenciado en francés por el Gustavus Adolphus College, donde también estudié alemán. Estudié español en Cuenca, Ecuador y cerca de Xela, Guatemala. Eventualmente, me di cuenta de que podía usar mi curiosidad por los idiomas en el salón de clases y obtuve mi Maestría en Educación de la Universidad Estatal de Minnesota, Mankato. He estado enseñando inglés a estudiantes nuevos a estudiantes multilingües desde 2017. ¡El mejor trabajo de todos!
Cuando no estoy enseñando, es posible que me encuentres en un evento deportivo de Roosevelt, paseando a mi perro en mi vecindario, leyendo un libro o practicando alemán en Duolingo.
¡Espero verte este año!
Kari Binning
kari.binning@mpls.k12.mn.us
Clases que imparto:
Plan de estudios para ESL 1B
Plan de estudios para ESL 2B
ESL para estudiantes ALFA
ESL para estudiantes de toda la ciudad
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أحب التدريس في روزفلت وأنا متحمس للتعرف عليك!
لقد قضيت حياتي في تعلم لغات مختلفة واستكشاف العالم. لديّ شهادة في اللغة الفرنسية من كلية غوستافوس أدولفوس ، حيث درست اللغة الألمانية أيضًا. درست اللغة الإسبانية في كوينكا ، الإكوادور وبالقرب من زيلا ، غواتيمالا. في النهاية ، أدركت أنه يمكنني استخدام فضولي للغات في الفصل وحصلت على درجة الماجستير في التربية من جامعة ولاية مينيسوتا ، مانكاتو. أقوم بتدريس اللغة الإنجليزية للطلاب الجدد للطلاب متعددي اللغات منذ عام 2017. أفضل وظيفة على الإطلاق!
عندما لا أقوم بالتدريس ، قد تجدني في حدث رياضي في روزفلت ، أو أمشي كلبي في الحي الذي أسكن فيه ، أو أقرأ كتابًا ، أو أتدرب على اللغة الألمانية على دوولينجو.
I have taught in Minneapolis Public Schools since 1996. I have been at Roosevelt since 2007. I went to University of Wisconsin- Madison for my Bachelor's degree and University of Minnesota- Twin Cities for my Masters degree. I have a K-12 license in English as a Second Language (ESL) and a 7-12 license in Spanish.
I believe all kids have the potential to succeed if given the opportunity. I am a strong believer in personal responsibility. Each student can achieve if they work hard, access resources, and put the time in to study. As a teacher my job is to see what skills are lacking in my students and to address those needs. We work as a team.
اسمي ليا لوران وأنا مدرس اللغة الإنجليزية في روزفلت! أقوم بالتدريس منذ عام 2009 وأحب مقابلة الشباب والتعلم معهم ومنهم! أحب القراءة والسفر وتعلم أشياء جديدة!
أقوم بتدريس مستويات اللغة الإنجليزية كلغة ثانية (ESL) 1A و2A و3A.
My name is Leah Laurent and I am an EL teacher at Roosevelt! I have been teaching since 2009 and love meeting young people and learning with and from them! I love to read, travel, and learn new things!
زما نوم لیه لورینټ دی او زه په روزویلټ کې د EL ښوونکی یم! زه له 2009 راهیسې درس ورکوم او له ځوانانو سره لیدو او له دوی سره زده کړې خوښوم! زه له لوستلو ، سفر کولو او نوي شیانو زده کولو سره مینه لرم!
¡Mi nombre es Leah Laurent y soy maestra de EL en Roosevelt! ¡He estado enseñando desde 2009 y me encanta conocer jóvenes y aprender con y de ellos! ¡Me encanta leer, viajar y aprender cosas nuevas!
Megan Olson (formerly Luken) was born in the Northwest suburbs outside Chicago. She attended the University of Minnesota Twin-Cities, holds a Bachelors degree in Spanish Studies and Dance, and a Masters degree in Education.
After college, Ms. Olson decided to stay in Minneapolis to teach. She has been working at Roosevelt since 2015. This is her 3rd year teaching English as a Second Language, and she has also taught 1.5 years of co-taught Algebra, and 1 year of co-taught Geometry.
Ms. Olson also teaches dance at a studio in Eagan, MN, and has a strong love of dancing and performing. Outside of school, she likes to hang out with her friends, go out to eat, and spend time reading or watching The Office. She is a big Chicago Blackhawks fan, and also likes going to many different concerts.
Ms. Olson believes that teaching is something that is essential to life. Having good teachers in schools and outside of schools can help the way a student views the subject matter, the way they view themselves, or even how those two things correlate in our world today. She feels as though effective teachers reach their students beyond the course material and expand and change their minds to understand the world and to ask more and more questions. Ms. Luken works hard by paying close attention to what her students need, giving them space to idealize and create their own ideas, as well as teaching the subject material clearly and directly. She creates beneficial relationships with appropriate boundaries with her students, making it easier to connect and understand and teach them in ways most necessary and successful.
Hello! I was born in Romania and moved to Minnesota when I was 18 years old. I studied art education at the University of Minnesota and have taught at Roosevelt since 2004.
I have a BA in Studio Art from Bemidji State University, an MFA in Jewelry and Metalsmithing from Illinois State University, and an MA in Art Education and STEM Certification from Saint Catherine University. My teaching goals are to help students build knowledge and skills as well as foster an appreciation for the visual arts. My own jewelry and mixed media paintings are inspired by science, nature, and whimsy.
I'm excited to join the Roosevelt Visual Arts Team. I am originally from a tiny town called Butternut, up in the Northwoods of Wisconsin and attended UW-River Falls for my Bachelor of Science in K-12 Art Education. Some RHS students may remember me as Ms. Sam, Ms. Krowez, or Ms. Powell from the 11 years I worked at LNCS-Wenonah in various roles. When I'm not teaching, I'm in the Seward neighborhood with my chosen family - weaving, knitting, gardening, playing, and mischief-making.
Welcome to my web page. I have taught at Roosevelt High since 1993, and I love it here! I have taught Math, Science, and Driver Education. I have been teaching since 1988.
I went to college at Eastern Michigan University and received a Bachelors degree in Math and Physics in 1988. I got my Masters degree from Hamline University in 2000. I have also taken classes from St. Thomas and St. Cloud.
I have always been a firm believer in being a life long learner and am excited about learning from each of you this year. I know that each of you can be successful this year if you do not give up. I hope that you will discover the joy that comes from learning new skills and applying them in new ways.
I love to hear from students and parents. I prefer to communicate with email since we can send messages whenever we have time.
I have taught at Roosevelt High School since 2005. I majored in mathematics at Grinnell College in Iowa. I earned my master's degree in Mathematics Education from the University of Minnesota. I have also completed a certificate in ELL in the Mainstream Classroom at Hamline University. Before coming to Roosevelt, I taught 6th-8th grade math at Anne Sullivan Communication Center. You can currently find me teaching Intermediate Algebra and IB SL Mathematics Year 2 in room 307.
Intermediate Algebra topics include statistics, linear relationships, inequalities, exponential relationships, functions, transformations of functions, quadratic relationships and probability. The course emphasizes being able to move between representations of functions such as graphs, tables, equations, academic language and context. In this course, students will participate in hands on activities, work as a group, and complete individual work to help them learn algebra.
IB Math SL Year 2 develops a student’s understanding of the concepts of calculus and provides experience with its methods and application. The course emphasizes a multi-representational approach to calculus with concepts, results, and problems being expressed graphically, numerically, analytically, and verbally. The connections among these representations are important. Students will also study binomial expansion and vectors. Students will complete their Internal Assessment during thrid quarter and prepare for IB exams during 4th quarter.
I believe students learn best by doing mathematics and try to provide a variety of experiences in my classroom. I hope that all students feel supported and challenged in my classroom. I encourage students to ask questions, work together and participate in whole group discussions in order to deepen their mathematical understanding.
Hello! My name is John Doorenbos, and I started teaching at Roosevelt in September 2022.
I am passionate about building classrooms that are student centered, and allow students to engage in thinking about math. Want to know more? Ask me about it!
I studied Computer Science, Math, and Physics, in undergrad, and then moved on to the Masters of Education program at the University of Minnesota.
I love board games, making music, and Casey’s pizza.
This picture is of me on my very first day student teaching at Roosevelt in September 2021.
Contact Information:
Email john.doorenbos@mpls.k12.mn.us is by far the best way to get a hold of me! I will make my best effort to respond within 1-3 business days.
This is my 9th year teaching math at Roosevelt High School. I am currently teaching College Prep Algebra & Statistics (CPAS), and Advanced Algebra.
This is my 23rd year teaching math in the Minneapolis Public Schools. I taught for 12 years at Patrick Henry HS and I also taught for 2 years at Southwest HS. I have taught many different courses over my tenure in Minneapolis from basic math up to Calculus. I am very passionate about teaching mathematics to kids and I look forward to working with you this year!
I am also a product of the Minneapolis Public Schools. I attended North Star (now closed), Waite Park, Northeast Junior High and Edison High School. After graduating from Edison, I went to the University of Minnesota where I received my B.A. in Mathematics and my teaching licensure(2000). I also received my Masters Degree in education from the U of M in 2007. I am proud to be a lifelong learner and I always look forward to learning new things.
When I'm not at school, I love to spend time with my family and friends. I am an avid golfer (and current Roosevelt Golf Team Coach) and I love watching most sports in person or on television. I am a huge fan of all Gopher athletic teams and I'm also a big fan of the Vikings, Twins, Wild, Loons, Lynx and Timerwolves. I also enjoy watching movies, playing video games, going out to eat and traveling.
My family:
My wife (Shannon) is also a math teacher but she works across the river in St. Paul. I have a daughter named Ella and a son named Ethan. interesting fun fact: my daughter, my son and I all had the same kindergarten teacher just at different schools (me at North Star and my kids at Dowling).
I teach IB SL math year 1 and RISE math. I have been teaching at Roosevelt High School since 2005. I have a BA in mathematics from the University of Minnesota as well as a masters in math education from the U of M. In my spare time, I love to read and spend time with my family. I heart math!
Abbott was born and raised in St. Paul, MN, across the river from Roosevelt. After graduating from Highland Park Senior High, he attended the University of Minnesota, Morris, where he earned a B.A. in Biochemistry and was published in the Journal of Physical Chemistry A.
Post-college, Abbott moved to Minneapolis. He worked for the AVID program in Saint Paul Public Schools before earning his teaching license through the TC2 program at Hamline University. He has been working at Roosevelt since 2014.
Learning involves making mistakes
The transition to high school can be difficult. Abbott was not organized, not motivated, and not engaged in middle school; he failed both 8th grade social studies and 8th grade science, and spent a lot of time in the principal's office. Through his own experience, Abbott knows that students arrive at high school with different pasts and different things going on in their lives. It is his goal to meet the needs of every student in his class so they can be successful. Abbott believes that every student can succeed, and holds high expectations for everyone in his classroom.
At one point Abbott was the faculty advisor for the student-run Mental Health Club. For students who have asked where he got his depression shirt, they are available here.
Aside from teaching, Abbott has been Employee of the Month at both Pizza Hut (November 2006) and Arbys (May 2003). He used to play in a band, and enjoys riding his bike. He is not a strong speller and learned where Nebraska was in 2008.
Hello! My name is Dan Berliner, and I teach Physics, Astronomy, and College in the Schools (CiS)/IB Physics. I've been teaching at Roosevelt High School since 2014. My main interests are building scientific literacy that everybody can use regardless of their future profession, and fostering the pursuit of scientific careers for those who have the interest. Feel free to drop in to talk about science!
About Me
I was born and raised in the Twin Cities, and care deeply about our communities. In my free time, I enjoy video games, watching baseball, nerding out with my friends, and playing with my dogs.
Education
B.S. Physics with Engineering Emphasis, minors in Mathematics and Astronomy, University of Minnesota, 2007
M.S. Biophysical Sciences and Medical Physics, University of Minnesota, 2009
I wish to acknowledge and honor the Indigenous communities native to this region, and recognize that Roosevelt High School and all Minneapolis Public Schools were built on homelands and resources of indigenous people. I recognize the Anishinabe and Dakota people as past, present, and future caretakers of this land as well as People who have and will continue to be important contributors to this land and our greater society.
This is my eleventh year to teach at Roosevelt and I love being a part of the Roosevelt community.
I earned my B.S. in biology at the University of Washington in Seattle,WA and received my M.Ed. from the University of Minnesota.
I have had many fun science jobs, including tracking orcas in the Salish Sea, surveying trees in Washington state forests, and collecting and growing cells as part of a team studying colon and pancreatic cancer. I even have a cell line named after me!
I live in the Roosevelt neighborhood and have two sons in college in Colorado and Washington.
In my classroom you can meet my colony of Madagascar hissing
cockroaches and a new classroom pet is coming soon (a mammal).
Stop by 257 after school Wed & Thur or make an appointment for different time.
Roosevelt Green Team
I am the advisor for the RHS Green Team. We meet during Friday Flex Time. Recycling happens every Monday after school . Meet in 257, get a snack and some service hours!
2022-2023 was my 1st year teaching in Minneapolis but I am going on my 5th year of teaching science here in Minnesota. I am super excited to be here and teaching freshman physical science!
I was born in Green Bay, Wisconsin. I graduated from UW-Eau Claire with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry. From there, I moved to Minneapolis and have been living here ever since.
If you see me outside of school, it probably is playing various games, swimming, hiking, or meeting up with friends. I can’t wait to get to know you over this school year!
This is my 5th year as a member of the Roosevelt High School Family.
I have a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Metropolitan State University and Master of Arts degree in Teaching - Secondary Science from Concordia University Chicago. I became a teacher in Chicago but journeyed back home in 2019. I have taught AP Biology, IB Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology and Oceanography.
This year I am teaching IB Biology Yr 1 and MYP Biology. Please visit me in room 253!
Biology is the study of living things. In high school biology class, you learn about the main ideas of modern biology including cells, DNA, immune system, genetics, evolution, and ecology.
◈Inclusion Practices:
I will work with all students to help them be successful in my class, including providing multiple levels of instruction and activities and following all modifications and accommodations.
◈OUR LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT STATEMENT:
The land that surrounds us is part of who we are; it reflects our histories. We acknowledge the Indigenous homelands that our school and city is built on. Land acknowledgement is only one small part of supporting Indigenous communities. We hope our land acknowledgment statement will inspire others to stand with us in solidarity with Native nations.
This is my 3rd year at Roosevelt in the Spanish Immersion program after having spent 10 years at Anwatin Middle School in the Spanish Immersion program. I love teaching and love what I teach, and I can’t wait to share it with you! I commit to respecting and honoring you as an individual. I am always open to talking with you about any concerns you may have, and available to help as needed. I want you to LOVE this class while you LEARN as much as possible. And I want our classroom to feel like a safe and fun learning environment where you are encouraged to always do your best. I can’t wait to see what each of you brings to this classroom as the unique person you are - I know we will all learn a lot from each other!
If you are absent from school for any reason please make sure to check google classroom for information and updates. And please communicate with me! I will be available to help keep you up to date. Email is the best way to reach me as I check many times a day.
robyn.eliason@mpls.k12.mn.us My google voice (accepts calls and texts) is 612-888-5408
!Hola, Soy Profe Eliason!
Estoy en mi tercer año con el programa de inmersión de Roosevelt, después de haber pasado 10 años en la escuela secundaria Anwatin en el programa de inmersión en español. Me encanta enseñar y amo lo que enseño, ¡y no puedo esperar para compartirlo contigo! Me comprometo a respetarte y honrarte como individuo en esta clase. Siempre estoy abierta a hablar contigo sobre cualquier inquietud que pueda tener y disponible para ayudarte según sea necesario. Quiero que AMEN esta clase mientras APRENDAN lo más posible. Quiero que nuestro salón de clases sea un ambiente de aprendizaje seguro y divertido donde se sienten animados a dar siempre lo mejor de sí mismo. No puedo esperar a ver lo que cada uno de ustedes aporta a este salón de clases como la persona única que es.
Si estás ausente de la escuela por cualquier motivo asegúrate de consultar el aula de Google para recibir las lecciones, información y actualizaciones de la clase. Aparte, ¡Comunícate conmigo! Estaré disponible para apoyarlos y mantenerlos actualizados en el aprendizaje. El correo electrónico es la mejor manera de comunicarse conmigo, ya que lo reviso muchas veces al día.
robyn.eliason@mpls.k12.mn.us Mi número de Google (recibe llamadas y textos) es 612-888-5408
I am Brian FitzGerald and I teach social studies at RHS but I am more commonly known as Mr. Fitz. US History and IB History year 1 are what you can find me teaching to students who keep surprising and teaching me about the country and world we live in.
I started teaching in MPS in 1999 and I am happy to help Roosevelt continue its traditions to "Enter to Learn" and "Leave to Serve".
Students can access class information through their google classrooms found on the syllabi.
I began my teaching career at Roosevelt High School 27 years ago and have been here ever since! I graduated from Moorhead State University in 1982 with a degree in social work and after 10 years in county administration, decided to return to school to become an educator. I graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a social studies license, did my student teaching and completed a residency program here before becoming a permanent member of the Roosevelt community. I have lived in the Roosevelt neighborhood for 30 years and my only son graduated from Roosevelt in 2004.
In addition to teaching social studies, I am involved in both our AVID program and IBDP. This year, I am teaching U.S. History, AVID 10 and Theory of Knowledge in the IB Diploma program.
In my free time, I enjoy cooking, reading, anything outdoors and spending time with family and friends, especially my new granddaughter born this summer.
I began my teaching career with Minneapolis Public Schools at Roosevelt High School in 1997. I am currently teaching 11th grade World History and 12th grade Human Geography
I received a B.A. in History from the University of Minnesota and completed the Teaching Licensure program at Augsburg College. In 2005 I earned a M. Ed. from St. Mary's University.
I grew up in New Berlin, WI and graduated high school from West Allis Nathan Hale High. In high school, I participated in theater, orchestra, science team, and swam on the speed swimming and synchronized swimming teams.
While attending the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, I continued to swim for the U of M Synchronized Swimming team. I graduated from the U with a B.A. in History in. Studying history was challenging, exciting, and most importantly, fun! I completed my Masters of Education at the U and began teaching in 2011. I work every day to bring joy to our classrooms through meaningful content, relevant curriculum, and a great joke about Wisconsin Cheeses.
I have been working for Minneapolis Public Schools since 1999. I have spent the last eleven years at Sanford Middle School. This is my first year at Roosevelt and I am thrilled to be here.
I have three kids and three dogs. The dogs are more work than the kids. My kids will be in 8th, 10th, and 12th grades and attending Southwest High School and Anthony Middle School. I love doing anything outside including running, paddleboarding, hiking and gardening.
my name is Chris Skoglund. This is my fifthteenth-year teaching in Minneapolis Public Schools and my second year at Roosevelt. This year, I will be a part of the RISE program at Roosevelt and teaching 9th grade AVID. I am also an assistant Track and Field coach at Minneapolis North High School and enjoy long distance running.
When I am not teaching, I spend my time volunteering as a firefighter for the city of Eden Prairie. During my free time, I love to spend time outside enjoying the weather through various activities. I was born in Minneapolis and live within the city I serve. I went to school at the University of Minnesota-Duluth where I received my bachelors in Secondary Education.
I am very excited to be a part of the Roosevelt community and support all the students who walk through the doors at Roosevelt. Go Teddies!
Hello, my name is Christine Denoman. I was born in Madison, WI and moved to Minneapolis in 2013. I am a proud Grow Your Own graduate, through St. Thomas University and Minneapolis Public Schools. I started my career with MPS as an SEA in 2013, having worked in many different DCD programs.
My partner is also a MPS employee, and we have two children who attend the public schools in the dual language immersion program. In our free time, we like to play board games, hang out with our friends, walk and bike around the lakes, and attend all the awesome events in our community. We like to stay busy and involved!
I have been teaching at Roosevelt since the fall of 1997. I have taught Regular Physical Education and Developmental Adapted
Physical Education (DAPE). Currently I am teaching 50% of my time at Roosevelt, all DAPE. My class lesson plans are geared toward helping my students accomplish their IEP Goals and Objectives. I want my students to have fun as they enhance their physical fitness and Gross Motor Skills.
I started teaching at Roosevelt High in 2015 School and 2010 in the Minneapolis district. My work revolves around supporting students who receive special education services. I work with my students and their families to increase academic performance as well as social/emotional skills such as self-advocacy, self-regulation, and conflict resolution.
I am bilingual in English and Spanish and am working on my Somali! In my free time I like to be outside camping, walking my dog, and swimming.
Hello! My name is Leslie Apperson and I am a Special Education Resource Teacher here at Roosevelt.
I began my journey as a teacher when I taught literacy intervention as an AmericCorps service member in Nevada. Since then I have taught special education, English literature and language and English as an additional language at a variety of grade levels. In 2016 I moved abroad and completed my master's of English literature and linguistics at KU Leuven in Belgium. I then moved to Madrid, Spain, where I completed a work-study program in teaching English as a second language. I taught English at a K-12 school while also studying for a certificate in bilingual education. I then found my way to Minneapolis, and taught English at DeLaSalle High School on Nicollet Island for three years before starting at Roosevelt as a resource teacher. I am currently completing my Special Education/ABS license at Augsburg University.
HI! My name is Kristin Green and I am a Special Education Resource Teacher at Roosevelt. I am so excited to be at Roosevelt.
I started my career in education as a social studies teacher, and now am a special education teacher. I have directed an elementary after school tutoring program, taught middle school and high school social studies, and taught adult learners in Minneapolis and in Canada, and of course high school special education.
I live in South Minneapolis and am a proud MPS graduate! I attended Minnesota State University Moorhead for my undergraduate degree, Hamline University for my master's degree, and Winona State University for my special education license.
You are welcome to contact me via email at kristin.green@mpls.k12.mn.us or call or text my google voice number which is (612) 888-7073. My classroom is #359.
I am from White Earth. I teach at Roosevelt in the Resource/Math program. I obtained my undergraduate degree at The University of Minnesota in Applied Economics with a Natural Resource and Environmental Emphasis, and I finished my Masters degree in Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders from The University of St. Thomas. I truly enjoy each day I am teaching here at Roosevelt. There is just something special about the students here that make each day amazing.
I have two boys that are currently in college at St. Cloud State University and The University of Minnesota. I also have a little kitty named "Kittie." My favorite thing in the world is coffee. I also love being outside doing things like hiking, camping, biking, swimming, riding rollercoasters or even alpine skiing (I love the thrill of speed!). I love to try new foods, but the best thrill is when a student all of a sudden understands a complex math problem.
My name is Lydia Bush. I am delighted to be entering my first year on Team Roosevelt! I have a BA in Spanish with a minor in TESOL from the University of Arkansas - Fort Smith. I'm an Arkansas native but a happy Minneapolis resident for the past two years. I am passionate about building a sense of community and strong connections in my classroom. Language is a tool that we use to connect to one another and expand our hearts.
When I'm off work, I enjoy many types of movement, including teaching yoga in Spanish and English for members of my local community.
I cannot wait to get to know the students and parents of the RHS community. Please reach out to me should you have any questions or concerns.
I have taught in Minneapolis Public Schools since 1996. I have been at Roosevelt since 2007. I went to University of Wisconsin- Madison for my Bachelor's degree and University of Minnesota- Twin Cities for my Masters degree. I have a K-12 license in English as a Second Language (ESL) and a 7-12 license in Spanish.
I believe all kids have the potential to succeed if given the opportunity. I am a strong believer in personal responsibility. Each student can achieve if they work hard, access resources, and put the time in to study. As a teacher my job is to see what skills are lacking in my students and to address those needs. We work as a team.
Nací en Zaragoza, España, y estudié el Grado Universitario de Maestra de la escuela elemental. También estudié un máster de enseñanza en la escuela secundaria y otro máster de enseñanza de español como segunda lengua.
En noviembre de 2020 vine a los Estados Unidos para ser Asistente de Conversación (TA) en Windom Dual Language Elementary School. Entonces, encontré trabajo en Minneapolis Public Schools y he trabajado en Olson Middle School, Andersen United Middle School y, ahora, en Roosevelt High School.
Una de mis aficiones favoritas es viajar. Siempre que puedo viajo para visitar nuevas culturas y tener nuevas experiencias. También me gusta mucho la música. Desde los 10 años toco el piano y también sé tocar la guitarra, cantar y el órgano.
I was born in Uruguay, where I went to college at the Instituto de Profesores Artigas. There, I received a degree in teaching world languages. My teaching career began in 1998, teaching high school in Uruguay. In 2005 I moved permanently to the United States. I obtained my master’s degree in education at Hamline University and have taken classes at the University of Minnesota.
In my free time, I enjoy reading, being outside, camping, and knitting.
