Mrs. Haars

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!