Specials
Personalization Increases Engagement
Engaging students in real-world experiences that can be personalized for life-long interest.
In Specials, our students are intentionally immersed in a variety of experiences allowing them to discover activities that will enhance their lives. They learn a variety of ways to engage in creativity through art and music and how to be in charge of their own health and fitness.
Artists Express Individuality
How can we create art that expresses our unique feelings and ideas?
Activity Fosters Wellness
How can we be active and demonstrate physical literacy for our personal health and fitness?
Music Communicates Feelings
How can we create and appreciate music to communicate personal experiences and ideas?
Art
Lorri Hodges
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1998 Bachelor: Elementary Education & Early Childhood Dev. Specialization- Texas A&M University
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2010-Master Degree: Curriculum and Instruction- University of Phoenix
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2022 Lone Tree Elementary School’s Apple Award Nominee
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2021-2022 DCSD Visual Art Show Committee Co-Chair
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2022-2023 DCSD Visual Art Show Committee Chair
I wish to share my enthusiasm for art and encourage all students to be creative problem solvers and inspire them to express themselves in unique ways. Studying master artists, learning about solid elements of art, and working on new techniques together, I know that every student will bud into a talented artist!
Contact me: Lorri.Hodges@dcsdk12.org
Health and Fitness
Diana Cole
I have been a teacher at Lone Tree Elementary since the second year it was opened. I grew up in New York and follow three generations of teachers. When I am not teaching, I enjoy watching my children play sports, being outside, and spending time with my family.
Contact me: Diana.Cole@dcsdk12.org
Music K-3
Christine Van Anderson
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Bachelor of Arts, Music Education, University of Nebraska Lincoln
I hope to ignite a passion for all of my students to strive for a life filled with music! As I start each year in music education, I look forward to collaborating with every student at LTE, both in class and in the community. By providing a personalized, choice-based music room, I hope each student can find their musical voice throughout the year.
Contact me: Christine.VanAnderson@dcsdk12.org