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Mercedes Nard is a new to our district and her room is located in west campus Art building, where she teaches Spanish. This is her second year of teaching after attending Texas A&M/Texarkana College University, where she majored in Child Development/General Studies. She went to high school in Seoul, South Korea and she knew she wanted to teach for as long as she could remember. Her hobbies include spending time with her family, playing with her baby son, going to church, eating out, dancing to Spanish music, traveling, attending art expos, cooking, as well as playing the piano and guitar. Ms. Nard came to Liberty Eylau High School to get a change of atmosphere and to have a fresh start so she could branch out from her comfort zone. She last taught in the Texarkana Independent School District in Creative Movement. So far, she likes that the campus is small as well as the staff and children. The particular staff she has had a pleasure of meeting and have assisted her so far are Mr. Fumey, Mrs. Yarber, Ms. Tomeka Block, Mrs. Singleton, Ms. Johnson, Mrs. Goff, Mrs. Byrd, Mrs. Henderson, Mr. Smith, Mr. Alexander, Mrs. Womack.
"I am glad to be a Leopard, I am from Panama, I speak other languages, I enjoy working with children from all types of backgrounds, I consider myself a peacemaker and I do not mind being a helping hand for those in need."
Mrs. Crystal Leiva is one of the many new faces you will see this year on the west campus for the 2019-20 school year. She is located in room 5 on West Campus and she teaches Business English and English III. Mrs. Leiva has been teaching for thirteen years and part of those years were here at the high school and at the elementary campus. She went to high school at Pleasant Grove and followed up by attending Texarkana College, University of Central Arkansas, University of New Orleans, and Lamar University, where she majored in Family and Consumer Science-Dietetics and Educational Administration. After hurricane Katrina, Mrs. Leiva moved to New Orleans since there was a major teacher shortage in that area. She decided to apply and found out she loved teaching. In her free time, she loves reading, spending time with her husband, and playing with her three rescue dogs. It is really important for her to see how her former students have progressed since Elementary school and she enjoys seeing children she has taught in the past.
Mrs. Crystal Leiva is one of the many new faces you will see this year on the west campus for the 2019-20 school year. She is located in room 5 on West Campus and she teaches Business English and English III. Mrs. Leiva has been teaching for thirteen years and part of those years were here at the high school and at the elementary campus. She went to high school at Pleasant Grove and followed up by attending Texarkana College, University of Central Arkansas, University of New Orleans, and Lamar University, where she majored in Family and Consumer Science-Dietetics and Educational Administration. After hurricane Katrina, Mrs. Leiva moved to New Orleans since there was a major teacher shortage in that area. She decided to apply and found out she loved teaching. In her free time, she loves reading, spending time with her husband, and playing with her three rescue dogs. It is really important for her to see how her former students have progressed since Elementary school and she enjoys seeing children she has taught in the past.
"In school, English was not my best or favorite subject and math and science were easier for me to understand. It took a lot of good teachers and work on my part to succeed in English class."
"In school, English was not my best or favorite subject and math and science were easier for me to understand. It took a lot of good teachers and work on my part to succeed in English class."
Dewaski Davis is new to our district, works with our athletes at the high school and manages the Middle School ISS program. He has been teaching and coaching for almost 29 years. Coach Davis attended high school in Queen City and college at East Texas State University/Commerce, where he majored in physical education. His hobbies include spending time with his family, lifting weights, and playing with his grandchildren. Coach Davis decided to work at Liberty-Eylau because he coached against us and knew it would be a great place to work. Before coming here, Mr. Davis worked in the Clarksville ISD. So far, his favorite part of LE is how friendly the staff and children are.
"I'm Glad to be a Leopard."- Coach Davis
Shaila McGregor is a new teacher in our district! She teaches Credit Recovery on West Campus in room 10 and this is her first year ever teaching! Mrs. McGregor went to High School at Fouke and attended Texarkana College as well as Texas A&M Texarkana where she earned her degree in History. Since third grade, she knew she wanted to teach. She enjoys spending at lot of time reading, watching TV, as well as having fun with her daughters, nieces, and nephews. Mrs. McGregor completed her student teaching with Mrs. Armstrong last school year and was excited when asked to return as a permanent instructor. The school climate is friendly and feels like home and Mrs. McGregor mentions everyone on West Campus has helped her greatly so far.
Shaila McGregor is a new teacher in our district! She teaches Credit Recovery on West Campus in room 10 and this is her first year ever teaching! Mrs. McGregor went to High School at Fouke and attended Texarkana College as well as Texas A&M Texarkana where she earned her degree in History. Since third grade, she knew she wanted to teach. She enjoys spending at lot of time reading, watching TV, as well as having fun with her daughters, nieces, and nephews. Mrs. McGregor completed her student teaching with Mrs. Armstrong last school year and was excited when asked to return as a permanent instructor. The school climate is friendly and feels like home and Mrs. McGregor mentions everyone on West Campus has helped her greatly so far.
"It is a great year to be a Leopard!"
"It is a great year to be a Leopard!"
Janet Lannom is a new teacher to our district, she teaches math on West Campus and she is starting her 31st year as an educator. Mrs. Lannom attended Pottsboro High School and went to college at Southeastern Oklahoma State University in Durant, Oklahoma and Texas A&M University/Texarkana and Texarkana College. Ms. Lannom knew she wanted to teach when forced to take college algebra and her career in math was initiated. She was going to be an accountant, but then decided to take a different direction and ended up majoring in math and computer science in college. Her hobbies includes spending as much time as she can with her two boys and their families. Her two grandsons get off the school bus at her house in the afternoon during the school year, allowing for more quality time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Lannom "goes to town" on Saturdays and eats lunch with her best friend Shelly Chapman- something she enjoys Ms. Lannom chose LEHS because she wanted a change and she really liked the administrators as well at the ethics of the school. She comes to us from Redwater ISD, where she instructed students in business classes and computer science. So far, the students and the staff have been welcoming to her, especially Kyle Krobot, Krichia Tennyson, Julie Byrd, Mrs. Mary Walker, Mrs. Womack, Mr. Alexander, Mr. Smith, and the Tech Department.
"I am very happy to be at LEISD-I think it is going to be a great year. Go Leopards."-Mrs. Lannom
Trenton Voth is a new teacher on the west campus and students taking his classes will find he will make science interesting and beneficial this year. It's his first in our district and many may not know that Mr. Voth is a Liberty-Eylau graduate. After graduation, he attended Sam Houston State University, where he majored in Physics and Mr. Voth knew he wanted to teach after tutoring in college. When he has leisure time, he spends it fishing. Mr. Voth decided to return to Texarkana and give back to his 'home' community and is enjoying it so far. An interesting fact: technology has changed in the few short years since he graduated with his 2010 class and it's interesting to see that aspect from a teacher's perspective. "Krichia Tennyson, Julie Byrd, Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Womack, Mr. Alexander, and Mr. Smith have been most helpful to me so far this year and I'm looking forward to a great semester."-Mr. Voth
Trenton Voth is a new teacher on the west campus and students taking his classes will find he will make science interesting and beneficial this year. It's his first in our district and many may not know that Mr. Voth is a Liberty-Eylau graduate. After graduation, he attended Sam Houston State University, where he majored in Physics and Mr. Voth knew he wanted to teach after tutoring in college. When he has leisure time, he spends it fishing. Mr. Voth decided to return to Texarkana and give back to his 'home' community and is enjoying it so far. An interesting fact: technology has changed in the few short years since he graduated with his 2010 class and it's interesting to see that aspect from a teacher's perspective. "Krichia Tennyson, Julie Byrd, Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Womack, Mr. Alexander, and Mr. Smith have been most helpful to me so far this year and I'm looking forward to a great semester."-Mr. Voth
Fernando Fumey may be new to our district but he has been teaching for two years and comes to us from Texas Middle School. His Spanish classroom is in the Art building on west campus. Mr. Fumey attended high school and college in Peru, went to college in Texas and knew he wanted to teach when he completed his college degree. In his leisure time, he enjoys photography and traveling. Mrs. Yarber and Mr. Smith have been most helpful as he made the transition from another district.
"Love all the employees, different from other schools."
Ben Ahrens is one of the newest coaches for the 2019-20 school year has been in the education field for eleven years. He attended high school at Cuero High School and college at Sul Ross State University in Apline, Texas, where he majored in Kinesiology and sports science. He knew he wanted to teach when he was a junior in high school and in his free time he likes to play golf and spend time with his daughter. He came to LEHS because he believes we have an amazing school district and is thankful for the opportunity to coach here while making an impact on young athletes. He last taught at Burk Burnett High School. He says that the school pride is great and every student is willing to improve. He likes the kids most so far at LE and coach King has been a big help to him so far.
"Happy and blessed to be here!"-Coach Ahrens
Martin Bryant is a new coach here at our district! He coaches football and track and has been teaching for sixteen years. He attended high school in Sulphur Springs and went to college at Ouachita Baptist where he majored in History and Principals of Physical Education. Coach Bryant likes to fish and golf in his free time and it was in his sophomore year of high school when knew he wanted to teach. He came to LEHS because it was an exciting opportunity for him to be at a new school district. Coach Bryant previously taught/coached at North Lamar ISD. He claims the differences and similarities are not an issue and that "kids are kids." So far he likes the family atmosphere at LEHS. A big thank you to Coach Harmon for all his help so far this school year.
John Wimbley is a new face in the math department and coaching staff-he teaches Geometry and works with the freshmen football players. You will find him on East Campus in room 106. Coach Wimbley has been teaching for ten years and attended high school at Arkansas High School and college at Prairie View and Texas A & M, where he majored in Mathematics. In his leisure time, he likes to take trips, go riding, and watch movies. He last taught in Clarksville ISD and wants to chance to make a difference here in our community. So far, he likes the energy of the campus, the excitement, and he feels he is now a part of our family. Mr. Womack and Mr. Krobot have been most helpful as the school year began.
John Wimbley is a new face in the math department and coaching staff-he teaches Geometry and works with the freshmen football players. You will find him on East Campus in room 106. Coach Wimbley has been teaching for ten years and attended high school at Arkansas High School and college at Prairie View and Texas A & M, where he majored in Mathematics. In his leisure time, he likes to take trips, go riding, and watch movies. He last taught in Clarksville ISD and wants to chance to make a difference here in our community. So far, he likes the energy of the campus, the excitement, and he feels he is now a part of our family. Mr. Womack and Mr. Krobot have been most helpful as the school year began.
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