Hello Claxton Family,

My name is Dominick LaPorte. I am from Massachusetts (go Sox, Pats, Celtics, Revs, and Bruins). I attended Bridgewater State University, graduating with a B.S. in Physical and Health Education and a minor in Public Health and Coaching. 

Prior coming to Asheville in 2018, my wife and I were in Knoxville, Tennessee for one year. Here, I taught Physical and Health Education to 6th-8th students. Before making the big move to TN I also taught one year at Parmenter Elementary School in Franklin, Massachusetts.  Having the ability to teach in three different states has helped me bring ideas from each and help me implement rigorous and fun lessons for our amazing students at Claxton Elementary School. My goal each and every day is to leave young students motivated to live a healthy and active lifestyle. After all, your health is your wealth. 

In my free time I love landscaping with my Japanese maple tree collection. I love all sports, but soccer is one of my favorites to play.  I also enjoy running anywhere from one mile races to 24hr races and winning a few when competing. When I’m not running I enjoy going on long hikes, cooking healthy meals, and playing with my two bengal cats, Annabelle and Smokey.  Living a "zero waste lifestyle" is something I have been passionate about and making an effort towards the past few years. I'm look forward to impacting young minds in Health and Physical Education at Claxton Elementary School.

I look forward to teaching the next generation here at Claxton Elementary, and I am very excited for this opportunity. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if you would like to simply say hello.

-If you don't make time for your wellness, you will be forced to make time for your illness.

 Kind regards, 

Dominick LaPorte