Jo Ann Klooz

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Full Name

Jo Ann Klooz
Professional Title

Spanish Teacher
Professional Role

Teacher
School or Place of Work

MLA Middle School
What Level Do You Teach?

6-8 grade
Approx. Percentage of Heritage Spanish Students at Your Institution

35%
How Has Spanish Played a Role in Your Personal and Professional Life?

I have used and taught Spanish throughout my adult life. I am now a first year teacher in an area with with many heritage speakers from different parts of Latin America. 54 languages are spoken in my community and having content and lessons with cultural relevance that engage heritage speakers is very important to me.
How Long Have You Been Teaching?

This is my first year as a licensed teacher.
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