Paraeducator
Lauren_Axon@dpsk12.net
I was born and raised in New Jersey, but called NYC home for 15 years before moving to Denver in 2017. I attended Princeton University eons ago, where I was captain of the swim team and graduated with a degree in religion. I spent most of my post-college career working in higher education, primarily doing major and principle gift fundraising. While in Denver, however, I’ve been a stay-at-home mom to two children, Marabel and Otto (both Carson kids!). I’m currently serving at the VP of fundraising for the Carson PTA, and help as a room parent for 4th grade. As a family, we love to ski, swim, hike, bike – anything outdoors!
Paraeducator
Allison_Foster@dpsk12.net
Paraeducator
Karola_Stockmann@dpsk12.net
My oldest Noah started Carson Kindergarten in 2016 and I have been a part of the Carson community ever since, being involved as a room parent, PTA and auction committee member.My youngest Hugo will be attending 4th grade at Carson this year. This will be my 3rd year working as a Kindergarten para at Carson and I love every moment spent in the classroom with the kids!
Paraeducator
C_largo-gutierrez@dpsk12.net
I am Claudia Largo, and I was born in Colombia. I lived in Madrid, Spain, for 16 years. I moved to the USA six years ago. I lived in Tampa, FL for two years, and I’ve lived in Denver for five years.
I am studying Early Childhood Education at the Community College of Denver, this is my sophomore year. I received an Accounting Degree in Colombia and worked as a Management Assistant for a Colombian Betting company.
When I moved to Madrid, Spain, I worked as a Customer Service Team Leader position monitoring, training, and evaluating the quality of telephone service, providing guidelines to clear and effective Spanish communication. I also worked as a full-time caregiver for several very well-known families in Madrid. I cared for children ages 3 to 14 years old, creating daily schedules, and engaging in activities to ensure their healthy mental, physical, and emotional growth.
This is my third year as a paraprofessional with DPS.
I like organizing children’s activities, and educating the youngest in learning Spanish at their basic levels, developing a casual learning environment.
I have a 10- year old daughter who is currently a fifth grader at Carson!
I love to cook Colombian dishes, Mediterranean food, and sushi. In my spare time I also enjoy traveling, biking, swimming, and hiking.
Paraeducator
Casey_Lehrer@dpsk12.net
I am a Colorado native, having graduated from Evergreen HS and receiving a BA from CU-Boulder. I have since lived in Cincinnati, Houston, and Phoenix, but Colorado is the only place I could ever call home. I worked in real estate development and marketing prior to taking time off to raise my family. I have 2 sons that have (soon!) matriculated through our neighborhood DPS schools: Montclair, Hill, & GW. It was my time volunteering in the classroom at Montclair that made me realize that I wanted to work with elementary aged kiddos again. In my free time I love traveling abroad with my family, reading, skiing, and hiking.
Teacher
Maria_Macias26@dpsk12.net
Hello! My name is Maria Macias, and I am thrilled to be teaching kindergarten at Carson! Last year, I was a long-term substitute at Carson and I’m so excited to be joining the Carson team! I graduated from Metropolitan State University of Denver with my bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Behavioral Science. I’ve worked in education for 15 years, primarily in early childhood education. I am looking forward to this school year and getting to know all of you!
In my free time, I love to read, garden, and explore the mountains with my family.
Dedicated Adult Support
Madeleine_Oddo@dpsk12.net
Hi! I’m Maddie. I’m so excited to be at Carson Elementary. I’ve worked with children for four years now. I have a son who has four legs and lots of fur named Moagsley. I was born in Hawaii and raised in Colorado. I love to hike and frisbee golf when I’m not working. Can’t wait to meet you all!
Teacher
Alexandra_Weisbart@dpsk12.net
Hello! My name is Alex Park and I am a Denver native. I graduated from the University of Colorado with a degree in communication and sociology. Following that, I received my teaching license and masters in elementary education with a culturally and linguistically diverse endorsement. I worked in early childhood education for 3 years teaching the infant, toddler, and pre K classes at the Jewish Community Center. I have been in team DPS for 8 years teaching kindergarten and this is my 10th year in education. My goal is to create a school family where all my students feel like they belong and are connected. My passion is to spark the love of learning in my students and make learning fun through songs, chants, and movement. In my free time, I love to cook, bake, run, hike, and spend time with my family and two dogs, Scout and Champ.
Teacher
Catherine_Berns@dpsk12.net
I grew up in Maryland, and graduated from Boston University with a degree in psychology and political science. I completed a Master’s in Foreign Service at Georgetown and a Master’s in Education at Loyola College. I taught special education in Maryland, and Montrose, CO, before finding my home in kindergarten! This is my 18th year teaching kindergarten at Carson! I can hardly believe that some of my first Carson students have graduated from college!
When I am not at school you will find me reading, hiking, and drinking tea. My daughter is at college in Washington State, and I am still learning to be a dog person with Hazel, her quarantine pup