Bridget Larsen, West Plains, Missouri: Young Educator's Advisory Council

Bridget Larsen, Middle school math teacher
Glenwood R-8 School in West Plains, MO

Hello! My name is Bridget Larsen, and I am Director of Curriculum and Professional Development, as well as a middle school math teacher at a PK-8 school in South Central Missouri. I enjoy everything math, and I have a passion for the future of education. In my spare time, I enjoy the outdoors and crafting, as well as spending time with my family. My sons, Wyatt (4) and Trigg (1), keep me on my toes, and we are always on a new adventure. A little interesting fact about me is I have a passion for John Deere!

It is my pleasure to be serving on the YEA Council. I aspired to join this council in an effort to give back to the education community, especially fellow rural educators. It takes a special person to be a rural educator, and beginning with a solid foundation and building a strong and healthy network is vital to our success. I look forward to learning from my peers, as well as helping others to the best of my abilities.

The Young Educators' Advisory Council is an initiative for early career rural teachers. These young educators will serve RSC as advisors to strengthen our mission in the recruitment, preparation, and retention of rural teachers. YEA council members will serve for two years engaging in online conversations.