Jo Ann Tanzer

Dean of Instruction at Leander High School. Spreading the love of teaching.

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Today’s Halloween challenge at LHS wasn’t just about costumes. It was about curiosity and critical thinking! Students worked together to uncover the hidden phrase Productive Struggle by finding 18 letters protected by staff “agents.” Congratulations to our 10 winners! @LeanderHS

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Math has never been this engaging on day 1! Ms Stephens’ class is using the #buildingthinkingclassrooms method to collaborate and communicate about math problems and vertical whiteboards. It’s a fun and active way to learn. @LeanderHS

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I had the best time on Wednesday learning alongside these incredible educators. We spent the day diving into Engage Learners with @lead4ward —so many practical takeaways and fresh ideas. Highly recommend this training! @LeanderHS

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LHS Graduation 2025! @LeanderHS

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Investigating animal digestive systems in Ms. Veraa’s Intro to Vet Med Class. I was shocked how enormous the horse digestive system is! @LeanderHS

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Great way to spend a Saturday! The LISD Art Show! @LeanderHS art teachers and students had some amazing pieces! Always impressed!

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Ms. Hoover‘s Technical Theatre 2, 3, and 4 class’ gorgeous props for an upcoming play. Can’t wait to see the set! @LeanderHS

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A must see! Leander High Schools production of 9 to 5 was fantastic! Fun music, lots of laughs, and superb acting! Don’t miss your chance to see it this weekend! @LeanderHS

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In Ms. Guerra’s classroom, students were actively engage, moving between hands-on activities to learn about the central nervous system. Students completed sensory stations! @LeanderHS

[Jo Ann Tanzer @Roaring_DOI]

Ms. Linden’s class investigated the relationship between exercise and carbon dioxide production. Loved the student discussion and inquiry! @LeanderHS

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Bob Ross day in Ms. Cordes class! We had a blast participating right along with the students! @LeanderHS

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Congratulations to Mrs. Wood and Mrs. Rafa for securing first and second place, respectively, for our annual Bake-Off. Not to mention, I won 3rd! Love this annual tradition! And it was Ugly Sweater Day! Fun time in the Pride! @LeanderHS

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Holiday spirit galore! @leanderband Winter concert was phenomenal!

[Jo Ann Tanzer @Roaring_DOI]

Probability games in Ms. Stephens’ statistics class. Each game was student created! @LeanderHS

[Jo Ann Tanzer @Roaring_DOI]

Who said assessments have to be paper and pencil? A Socratic seminar in Ms. Reberger’s English 1 class! @LeanderHS

[Jo Ann Tanzer @Roaring_DOI]

Thank you to Bush’s Chicken for providing tea today for our lunch! Perfect side to Rosa’s tacos! @LeanderHS

[Jo Ann Tanzer @Roaring_DOI]

Superb show @lhsbluebelles! Highlighting my two favorites - one brought me to tears and one classic! @LeanderHS

[Jo Ann Tanzer @Roaring_DOI]

Excited to see @lhsbluebelles Home for the Holidays Show! Great way to get in the holiday spirit! Shows at 1 and 7 pm!

[Jo Ann Tanzer @Roaring_DOI]

Mind mapping in Ms. Bonin’s AP classroom! Ending with Magic School AI generated AP questions by the students! Student-led review! Love it! @LeanderHS

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The Lottery Game to practice factoring in Ms. Rafa’s class. Fun formative assessment! Individual feedback for each problem! @LeanderHS