Mrs. Lynn Hess Mrs. Hess Mrs. Lynn Hess's volunteer experience and passion for teaching were the driving forces behind her present role as a kindergarten teacher. As a community volunteer, she has actively participated in her children's activities for many years. She has volunteered as a Cub Scout Leader, a 4-H Leader, a Sunday School teacher and Bible School coordinator, as well as a parent volunteer within the public school system.

She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Towson University in December of 2002 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education. Prior to graduating, Mrs. Hess completed a prekindergarten and a first grade student-teaching placement at Hebbville Elementary School in Randallstown, Maryland, and a kindergarten student-teaching placement at Abingdon Elementary School in Abingdon, Maryland. Her student-teachingBooks placements and volunteer experiences were valuable resources in formulating her kindergarten classroom philosophy. She is currently enrolled in the Educational Technology Master's Program at Towson University. She chose this program because she wants to expand her knowledge of the computer and explore the mounting possibilities that modern technology offers, as well as incorporate technology into her classroom practices.

Lynn has been married to Patrick Hess, a lifelong Harford County resident, for 25 years. Their eldest son, Ryan, recently graduated from college with a degree in business. Their daughter, Lauren, is entering her junior year of college, studying English. Matthew is beginning his sophomore year of college, studying business. All three children began their public education at JES, where Lynn and Pat were active volunteers and business partners.

Mrs. Hess has many interests outside the teaching profession. She enjoys Salsa! photography, painting, reading, walking, swimming, and gardening to name a few. For years she has tackled a summer vegetable garden, experiencing a fluctuation of fruitful and unrewarding bounties. Lynn and Pat preserve an annual batch of salsa using their homegrown tomatoes and several varieties of peppers. They also enjoy an evening out to dinner and the movie theater. Above all else, they enjoy spending quality time with family and friends.

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