Trina Allander-Lujan, a sixth-grade teacher at San Juan Elementary School, in the Espanola School District, is a recognized Exemplary teacher. She has 8 years experience as an upper level elementary teacher, with 7 years experience as a sixth-grade teacher. She has completed 3 years of intensive instructional professional development through the Math and Science Academy, of the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Mrs. Lujan is a 2017-2018 Presidential Awards of Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching nominee. She has helped develop a district wide curriculum, which aligns to the New Mexico Common Core Standards. She is a dedicated, and devoted teacher who holds her students to a standard of excellence in all areas. Mrs. Lujan holds an earned bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education (k-8), from Northern New Mexico College, 2009. She is highly qualified in Science, History, Math, and English Language Arts.
My passion lies with my children. I am a dedicated mother of 4, and I love to see my children learn and grow. Although I have only 4 children, I think of all my students as “my kids.” Nothing is more satisfying than seeing my children succeed and be positive members of society, whether it be my biological children or my school children. I strive to provide all my children opportunities to not only grow academically but as kind and caring individuals as well. My professional goal is to become a National Boards Certified Teacher and travel the world educating our youth. I continuously look for opportunities that will help me grow as a professional and as a compassionate human being.