Shawnee Legere

Mathematics Department Head, Middle School Teacher, Math Team Coach

Mrs. Legere is excited to begin her second year as a Middle School Math Teacher at World Academy after 16 years as a high school Math Teacher in Rio Rancho, NM. She graduated summa cum laude from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics Education. She has since received her Master’s of Science for Teachers at The New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. She holds a license and experienced educator status for Grades 6-12 Mathematics for both the States of New Mexico and New Hampshire. 

Mrs. Legere is originally from Northern California but has lived in New Mexico for the last 20 years. She has recently relocated to Milford, NH with her husband, 4 children and 2 dogs. She loves spending time outdoors with her family hiking, camping and just being anywhere near water. She also enjoys yoga and swing dancing. She is excited for all of her adventures exploring the beautiful state of New Hampshire!

Mrs. Legere has taught AP Calculus AB, Precalculus, Trigonometry, Math Analysis, Differential Calculus, Financial Algebra, Algebra 1 and 2, and Geometry and brings much experience in teaching diverse student populations. She has been a member of the schoolwide leadership team and Coordinator of a mentor program to support all first year teachers from Pre-K to 12th Grade.

Shawnee believes that the foundation of teaching math is the belief in every student’s potential to learn and succeed. She is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment that enhances students’ abilities, outcomes and confidence. She believes that learning math equips students with confidence and problem solving skills that will help them persevere through all of life’s challenges. Most importantly, she hopes to instill a lifelong love of learning in her students!