LHS Weekly
A New Format for the LHS Weekly
As you can see, we are using Smore for the Weekly newsletter this year. It will make it easier for you to view the contents on your phones. If you have any news or photos to contribute, please send them to me at brobinson@sau88.net.
Thanks,
Bonnie Robinson
On the right: Mr. Davis, Mr. Tindall, Mr. Smith, and Dr. Robinson
Marguerite Ames, English Language Learners Teacher
Having stepped away from the classroom after over 30 years of teaching, most recently at the Marion Cross School in Norwich, Vermont, Marguerite Ames has spent the last three years as a SpEd para at LHS. Although, over the years, she has taught a variety of grades and subjects, her primary focus has been Atlantic World and Early American history. Indeed, she was Vermont's History Teacher of the Year in 2006. Marguerite holds a B.A. in Art History from UVM, an M.A. in Art History from the University of Delaware, and a TESOL certification through Saint Michael’s College, which she looks forward to putting to use in her new role at LHS. Among her interests are book arts, theater, culinary history, dance (particularly historical), and travel.
Ben Davis, Athletic and Co-Curricular Director
Ben Davis enters the upcoming academic year as the new Director of Athletics and Co-Curricular Activities. Most recently he served as the assistant athletic director and varsity boys’ basketball coach for the past two years at Hanover High School. Prior to Hanover, Ben worked at St. Johnsbury Academy for two years, serving as the assistant athletic director and varsity boys’ basketball coach there as well. Before entering the world of high school athletics, Ben was a collegiate basketball coach at multiple institutions for thirteen years. He graduated from Wheaton College (MA), and was a four-year letter winner on the men’s basketball team. Outside of work Ben enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, golfing and spending time with his wife Steph, and their two young children Jana and Eli. Ben and his family reside in Hartford, Vermont.
Keegan Harris, Social Studies and English Teacher
Keegan Harris is excited to join the social studies team at Lebanon High School. He grew up in the Upper Valley, and graduated from UVM with a BA in History. He spent the last ten years teaching at Springfield High School, where he developed an interest in interdisciplinary instruction. He completed an MATS at Marlboro College, and anticipates an MED from UVEI. He lives in Thetford, Vermont, with his de facto wife and three murderous cats. Outside of school, he cultivates varied interests: hot dogs, American folk music, feeding the neighborhood opossum, and finding excuses to wear a tuxedo.
Bo Harwood, Math and Take Flight Teacher
Carter "Bo" Harwood is a returning LHS member with a new role: Math and “Take Flight” teacher. He is excited to be a part of this new airplane building program. While spending the last two years as a paraeducator at LHS, Bo has also been coaching the football and wrestling teams. He lives in Orford and enjoys reading, weightlifting, and maintaining his garden
Hannah Levinger, Social Studies
Hannah Levinger is thrilled to be joining the Social Studies department and the whole staff at LHS. Over the last eight years, she worked as both an English and a History teacher in Bennington and Sharon Vermont. Before teaching, Hannah attended Hanover High School (even taking classes from Ian Smith). She earned her BA in English and Islamic Studies from Brandeis University before completing a Masters in Islamic Philosophy. Hannah then moved to Morocco for 1 ½ years on a Fulbright Fellowship focusing on studying Arabic calligraphy. Upon returning home, she did a variety of odd jobs including being a baker before getting her teaching certificate from UVEI with the incomparable Jonathan Warren. She lives in Strafford Vermont with her perfect dog Theo and her two less than perfect cats Namir and Mish Mish.
Christian McDonald, Extended Learning Opportunities Coordinator
Christian McDonald is a returning faculty member in a new role: Coordinator of Extended Learning Opportunities. After spending the last nine years splitting her time between being a reading/writing specialist for the district, and ELO duties, Christian is thrilled to focus her energies on this dynamic work. She lives in Lempster, NH, with her husband Jim, two daughters: Brynja, and Ailsa, and a menagerie of creatures, including Stitch, a 10 year old Dales Pony.
Lindley Shutz, Library Assistant
Lindley Shutz will be our new assistant librarian this year.
New to the Upper Valley, she taught English to 9th through 12th graders and served as English Department Chair, Dean of Academics and Associate Head of School at the Derryfield School in Manchester, NH. She loves book clubs, films, walks in the woods, volunteering, and traveling with her husband to visit their four children. Some of her favorite reads include mysteries, novels of all kinds, memoirs and creative non-fiction, and she loves to listen to books while hiking, cooking and sitting with her elderly dog, Colby.
Diane Thomas, Chemistry and Environmental Studies Teacher
Diane Thomas will be teaching chemistry and environmental studies for the 2024-2025 school year. She and her family moved to Lebanon from the Seattle area about three years ago to be closer to family here. With a BS in chemistry from USC, Diane has experience as a chemist, a teacher, and a tutor. Her hope is to stimulate curiosity and a passion for learning science. Additionally, she would like students to learn about the possibilities that the future holds. Her interests include writing poetry, taking nature walks, and taking pictures of freshly fallen snow, covered bridges, fall foliage, and sunsets. Diane enjoys spending time with her family and two cats. She is excited to be joining Lebanon High School as a science teacher. As a parent of a Leb alum and a Leb senior, she already feels a part of this great community.
You can find a full list of our staff on the LHS website or this list: 2024-2025 LHS Staff,
