From Lunchroom to Classroom: Local Resident Lisa Saxton Nears Completion of Midland University Education Degree

Lisa Saxton, from Fremont, Nebraska, decided to start a family before pursuing her college education. More than twenty years after high school, she is now close to completing her degree in Education from Midland University's Teacher Career Ladder program. She is certified in K-8 Elementary and K-6 Special Education. Despite balancing family, work, and school, Lisa is content with her current situation.

Lisa is a mother to four children. She always had the ambition to attend college, even while raising her family. As her children grew, she started working at Fremont Public Schools in the lunchroom. This job sparked her interest in working with students, leading her to become a paraprofessional at Pathfinder Elementary School, a school for students with behavioral or emotional difficulties.

Working at Pathfinder was a significant experience for Lisa. She enjoyed her role and was encouraged by the dedicated teachers at the school. Lisa is currently completing her student teaching at Pathfinder and intends to become a full-time teacher there in the fall. She also plans to pursue her Masters in Special Education Behavioral.

Lisa's involvement with the special needs community is not limited to her professional life. She has a 15-year-old son with special needs and has been a part of Fremont Special Olympics for six years, coaching bowling and assisting in other sports. This personal experience has deepened her interest in special education.

When Lisa decided to pursue her teaching degree, she found that Midland's Teacher Career Ladder program met her needs. She valued the in-person classes, practical experience, and the chance to learn from teachers from various districts. Lisa's path may not have been traditional, but it has led her to a rewarding career and a promising future.

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