Independence
Meet Frau Christina Pehrson, our Jr High German teacher in the dual immersion program. From her beginnings as a 3rd-grade teacher to her current role inspiring 7th and 8th graders, Frau Pehrson's love for the German language has been a constant. Her educational journey includes a Bachelor's degree in Linguistics and German, as well as a Master's degree in Second Language Acquisition. Having lived in Germany as an exchange student during high school and later studying in Hamburg, Frau Pehrson's cultural immersion has enriched her teaching and inspired students to explore new horizons. She organizes the bi-annual trip to Germany for our students, providing an unforgettable experience that bridges language learning with real-world cultural immersion.