8th Grade RLA

About the Teachers

Alyssa Clemens

Howdy! My family and I have just moved to Lorena and we love it already! Everyone has been incredibly welcoming. My husband is the principal at LHS, and we have two children. Ryder is six and in First grade, and Avyn will turn one on Thanksgiving, this year. I have taught for 16 years, mostly English along with some Social Studies. I have experience in a variety of grades levels: Pre K-3 to 12th grade. English and communication are imperative for success. My goal is to help students connect the dots between the literature and communication in the real world. I am looking forward to diving into this adventure as a Lorena Leopard! 

Contact Information:

Email: alyssaclemens@lorenaisd.net 

Conference Period: Tuesdays/Thursdays 2:10-3:40

Remind Code:@lmsco2028 



Mackenzie James

Hi! I'm Mackenzie James and I teach 8th Grade English. I am also the Middle School Girls' Athletic Coordinator. I coach HS Basketball and HS Track as well. I have been married to my husband, Taylor, for 5 years. We have a 3 year old son, Brady. I graduated from Tarleton State University in 2015 with degree in Kinesiology. This will be my 8th year at Lorena and I couldn't imagine being anywhere else! 

Contact Information:

Email: Mackenziejames@lorenaisd.net 

Conference Period: Tuesdays/Thursdays 11:40-1:10

Remind Code:@jameseng22 



Kathryn Bone

Hey Leopard Nation! My name is Kathryn Bone! This is my 6th year at Lorena, and I am so excited for this school year. I teach in all grades at the Middle School in the ELAR classrooms. I am also the Middle School Cheer Coach. I will be at many Lorena events, so if you are out, come say Hi! 

Contact Information:

Email: kathrynbone@lorenaisd.net 

Conference Period: Mondays/Wednesdays 11:40-1:10

Ms. Bone Lesson Plan Notebook 

Lesson Plans

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8 ELAR LMS Lesson Plan Notebook (2023-2024)
Coach James' Lesson Plan Notebook (2023-2024)
8 ELAR Advanced LMS Lesson Plan Notebook (2023-2024)