Mrs. Lawless, Room 5

Educational Experiences:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, University of Missouri-St. Louis
• Master's in Special Reading K-12, University of Missouri-St. Louis
• 32nd year of teaching, 26 of those years at Lusher
• I have taught First, Second, and Third grades. 

Favorite Quote:  "Everything happens for a reason. Just believe!"

I'm inspired by... My students and colleagues inspire me every day to be the best teacher I can be!

Contact information:  klawless@hazelwoodschools.org 

Mr. Schaper, Room 6

Educational Experiences:

• 2 years of teaching experience
• 7 years of educational experience total
• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, Southeast Missouri State University
• I have taught 1st and 4th grade. First year at Lusher!

Favorite Quote: Be happy! It drives people crazy!!

I'm inspired by... Children who give level 4 effort in everything they do.

Contact information: eschaper@hazelwoodschools.org

Mrs. Arnold, Room 7

Educational Experiences: 

• Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Early Childhood Education from the University of Evansville.
• Master of Arts in Teaching from Lindenwood University. 
• I have taught Preschool, Kindergarten, First, Second and Third Grades over the past 27 years.

Favorite Quote:  "A child's life is like a piece of paper on which every person leaves a mark."

I'm inspired by...  the children who have walked through my doors and the wonderful teachers that I have worked with throughout the years.

Contact information:  jarnold2@hazelwoodschools.org

Mrs. Triplett, Room 9

Educational Experiences: 

• Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Special Education: Mild/Moderate Disability: Cross Categorical, Grades K-12 from the University of Missouri- St. Louis (UMSL)
• I've worked in education for 5 years. 
• This is my second year as an educator. Last year I taught 2nd Grade.

Favorite Quote: "Things to remember: tomorrow is a new day, making mistakes is part of life, saying 'no' is okay, not everyone has to like you, and beauty & strength come from within."

I'm inspired by... family, friends, and students. Every day is a new day and as a community we continue to learn from each other. 

Contact information: ltriplett@hazelwoodschools.org