Welcome!
My name is Jessi Haars, and I’m excited to be your 7th grade English/Language Arts teacher this year!
I was born and raised right here in Geneseo and earned my bachelor’s degree in Middle Level Education from Illinois State University. This year marks my 20½ years in teaching—and I still love what I do! I’ve taught middle school for a total of 12 years, including:
1.5 years in inner-city Chicago
3 years in Glendale, Arizona
3 years at Seton Catholic Middle School in Moline
7 years in 2nd grade at St. Malachy School in Geneseo
This will be my 6th year at GMS, and I’m so thankful to be part of such an amazing school community.
I live in Geneseo with my husband, Brian, a detective with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, and our two awesome kids—Everett (12½) and Adelia (9½).
When I’m not teaching, I enjoy spending time with my family, watching Chicago Bears games, reading, cuddling with our cats, and journaling. I’m also a big fan of Color Street Nails, Hallmark Christmas movies, and Local Motive coffee!
Just for fun:
💜 Favorite color: Purple
🍰 Favorite food: Tiramisu
☕ Favorite drinks: Bubbl’r or coffee
🌴 Favorite vacation spot: Jamaica
🏀 Favorite thing to do: Watch my kids play sports and spend time together as a family
I’m so excited for a great year of learning, growing, and having fun together in Language Arts!
Maze Runner -First Hour-
Hunger Games - Second Hour-
Divergent - Third Hour-
Percy Jackson - Fifth Hour-
Harry Potter - Seventh Hour-
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