New teaching staff includes four former Lancers, seven others

Name: Meghan Conroy Department: Math Years Experience: First year Subjects Teaching: Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Algebraic Geometry Motivation To Teach: "I am excited to be a teacher at Lafayette as I graduated from Lafayette where I had many wonderful teachers that inspired me to go into education. I am excited to meet and build relationships with the students and staff of Lafayette and be back...

Name: Sarah Delaney Department: Special Education Years Experience: 16 years Subjects Teaching: IEP Biology, IEP Physical Science Motivation To Teach: "After volunteering with the Special Olympics in High School, I knew that I wanted to work with students that had various needs and challenges."

Name: Michelle Halter Department: Fine arts Years Experience: 13 years Subjects Teaching: Art Fundamentals Motivation To Teach: "I think teaching something you love is one of the most rewarding things a person can do in life."  

Name: Kelly Hobbs Department: Drama Years Experience: 20+ years Subjects Teaching: Acting 1, Acting 2, Tech Theater 1, Tech Theater 2, Freshman Seminar, PE Mentors, Directing, Advanced Studio Acting Motivation To Teach: "I love the energy I get from students and collaborating with students. I also love directing plays and being involved in theater."

Name: Olivia Jaeger Department: Fine Arts Years Experience: First year Subjects Teaching: Art Fundamentals, Graphic Design Motivation To Teach: "I went to Lafayette and I am filling Mrs. [Elizabeth] Morningstar's spot, who happens to be my neighbor and old teacher. So that is pretty sweet, because we used to joke about me taking over her job someday, and now it's actually happening."

Name: Kathy Klages Department: Special Education Years Experience: 28 years Subjects Teaching: US History, Language Arts Motivation To Teach: "I felt it was a calling for me to work with kids and make an impact in their lives."

Name: Meg O'Connell Department: Physical Education Years Experience: Seven years Subjects Teaching: Personal Fitness and Wellness, Sports and Fitness, Lifetime Recreational Sports Motivation To Teach: "I want to make an impact in students lives, like teachers have made in mine. Having teacher mentors made a huge difference in my life and I want to be able to impact students' lives in a...

Name: Zach Oreto Department: Math Years Experience: 10 years Subjects Teaching: Algebra 2, Geometry, Math in Careers Motivation To Teach: "I want to help students overcome challenges, build confidence and realize their true potential."

Name: Neileigh Payne Department: Special School District-Empower Years Experience: 13 years Subjects Teaching: Empower Social Skills/Study Skills Motivation To Teach: "I am thrilled to be a part of a school community that truly is a team and has such a strong, positive relationship with the community. I can't wait to work with students, families and colleagues in a place where so many high...

Name: Zach Ruckman Department: Business Years Experience: First year Subjects Teaching: Business Essentials, Personal Finance, Sports and Entertainment Management Motivation To Teach: "[I'm a] 2014 Grad, both [of my] parents graduated from LHS too. And [I've] been coaching baseball here for the past four years."

Name: Dale Walker Department: In-School Suspension (ISS) Years Experience: Eight years Subjects Teaching: ISS, Study Hall Motivation To Teach: "[I'm excited to be a teacher at Lafayette] to be part of the great teaching team."