Lander Middle School (6-8)

This Saber Spotlight celebrates our Physical Education and Music Teachers! If you ask most middle schoolers what the best part of the day is, they'll tell you PE. A large part of that is due to Mr. Cooper's and Mrs. Kraenzels bravery in standing in a room with balls flying around their heads each day! This dynamic duo is also tasked with teaching about health and wellness and coaching multiple sports throughout the year. Mr. Cooper and Mrs. K. build solid relationships with all students and are willing to try whatever it takes to help students find success. They work hard to keep students active and learning fun, which has made them favorites of both students and staff. They go above and beyond every day in the gym, the weight room and across the school as they pitch in to help colleagues whenever they can.

Our music department is no less extraordinary as they work to get students concert ready multiple times a year. For many of our Sabers, music offers a way to express themselves and engages them in school beyond the classroom. The very knowledgeable and talented Dr. Vollbrecht, in choir, and Dr. Parker, in band, offer students the opportunity to build relationships with peers and develop new talents. Studies indicate that students who participate in music at school reap significant academic rewards. LMS is grateful to have such a dedicated and determined music department!