Meet the Teacher

       Hello! Welcome to third grade! My name is Jennifer Conn. I grew up in St. Charles, Illinois and now live in the Chicago area. I love exercising, dance, sports, and being outdoors! I earned my undergrad degree from Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, completed my Master’s in Elementary Education from DePaul University in 2006, and completed my Master's in Educational Technology in 2022. My teaching career began in the Chicago Public Schools, teaching second grade for 11 years. I’m excited to begin my sixth year at Middleton with the third grade team!

I have two sisters and one brother. My family loves spending time together whether it’s at Wrigley Field or in the backyard!

I believe in creating an environment of high support while also fostering personal accountability. A growth mindset lens sets the foundation for students to grow academically, emotionally, and socially. Students are involved in setting goals for themselves and understanding the importance of effort, resilience, and perseverance throughout their learning. I look forward to working together toward a successful year!