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Mrs. Hagen

Email: laurel.hagen@pisd.edu

Phone: 469-752-2359

Qualifications: Stephen F. Austin State University -Bachelor of Science: Child and Family Development -Minor: Psychology -Core Subjects Grades: EC-6 Certification -Special Education Grades: EC-12 Certification -English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades: EC-12 Certification

Mrs. Laurel Hagen

Hello!

My name is Laurel Hagen, and I am very excited about the 2024-2025 school year! This is the start of my ninth year at Mathews Elementary. I spent five years as a Special Education Teacher, and I am beginning my fourth year working as a Pre-K Teacher with the amazing Pre-K team! It is a blessing to work with the most incredible students, families, and staff members here at Mathews, as well as in the Plano ISD community. 

I was born in Virginia but raised in Plano, Texas. I attended Shepard Elementary, Wilson Middle School, Vines High School, and graduated as a Plano Senior High Wildcat. I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Development and a minor in Psychology from Stephen F. Austin State University.

During college, I originally planned on pursing a career to become a Certified Child Life Specialist and work with children and families in a hospital setting. During my senior year of college, I completed Medical City Children’s Hospital Child Life practicum. After graduating college, I worked as a Special Education Assistant for two years at Wilson Middle School. During those two years, I discovered my passion for Special Education, but I continued working toward becoming a Certified Child Life Specialist. I was accepted into the Child Life internship at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas. I began the internship, and during my time in the hospital I realized how much I missed teaching and working with children in the classroom setting. I decided to pursue my passion of teaching and working with children with special needs. I worked as a Special Education Assistant at Mathews Elementary for a semester while I completed my alternative teaching certification program and earned my EC-6 certification, Special Education EC-12 certification, and ESL certification. I have been at Mathews ever since!

In my spare time, I love spending time with my husband, family, and friends. My husband and I also have a dog. He is a very sweet and energetic Vizsla who keeps us busy. In past summers, I have enjoyed working with Plano ISD’s ESY (Extended School Year) and PAL summer school programs.

I am looking forward to working with you and your child as we celebrate a year full of joy, learning, and growth! It is truly an honor to be their teacher.

 

Parents, did you know you can review your child's instructional materials and instructional plans? In accordance with Texas Senate Bill 12, we're making it easier than ever to stay informed!

·       A copy of my instructional plan is available on the district website at https://www.pisd.edu/students-families-a6/instructionalplans. 

·       You can review many of the digital instructional materials used in class directly through your student's digital webdesk. If you'd like to review additional materials or tests after they've been administered, please contact me.