Mrs. Dahlia
Hello! My name is Amy Dahlia. My undergraduate degree is in Elementary Education with a minor in Early Childhood. I have a Masters degree in Special Education – Learning Disabilities from the University of Missouri St. Louis. I also have a second Masters degree in Communication Arts with certification in (TESOL) from Webster University. I live in Affton with my husband Jack and my two kids Ariel and Joe. In my spare time I love to read, take long walks outside and go fishing. I enjoy teaching children and learning something new every day.
Mr. Dawson
My name is Andrew Dawson and I am excited to be in my third year at Mesnier Primary School as an ESOL Teacher. For the previous 7 years, I have worked mainly with ELL students--one year at the Bayless School District and 4 years in Beaverton, OR. I have received a Masters Degree in Education from Concordia University in Portland, OR, along with a B.S. in Marine Science from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, FL. Currently, I reside in Troy, IL and I live with my wife, young daughter, and baby son. Besides loving working with children, I am passionate about all St. Louis sports, going on adventures, and reading anything that catches my eye!
Ms. Tesson
Hello! My name is Lauren Tesson. This is my first year at Mesnier Primary School. Previously, I was the 3rd grade Associate Teacher at Andrews Academy - Lake St. Louis. I received my bachelors degree at the University of Missouri - St. Louis in Elementary Education with a minor in Literacy. I’m pursuing my Masters of Arts in Education with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction starting Fall 2015. I currently live in Fenton with my boyfriend and dog. I enjoy going to St. Louis Cardinals games and going to Green Bay Packers games. I enjoy reading, hiking, and spending time with my family. I’m excited to call Mesnier my new home. :)
Mrs. Forsythe
Hi! My name is Leslie Forsythe, and I am the English Language Learner teacher at Gotsch Intermediate School. I attended elementary, middle, and high schools in the Affton School District. I also live in Affton with my two fat, crazy cats named Sylvester and Max. My mother was a Rogers Middle School secretary. My sister-in-law works for Affton High School and is also the district substitute caller. My niece and nephew graduated from Affton High School. The Forsythes love Affton! Teaching is my second career. I worked for Schnucks Markets for many years before getting a job as a teacher assistant and then a teacher at Gotsch. I love this job!