Teaching & Learning

Albert Lea Area Schools offers a K-12 curriculum that is aligned with state standards and prepares students for a successful future beyond graduation. Starting in the fall of 2011, our schools banded K-5 at the elementary school, 6-7 at the middle school, and 8-12 at the high school. 

District staff development is geared to enhance the teaching and learning of all staff and students. Licensed staff participate in staff development throughout the school year. The focus of staff development is tied to the needs of our licensed staff and students.

Tonya Franks
Interim Executive Director of Academics and Accountability | District Office
507.379.4810
tonya.franks@alschools.org

Heidi Skophammer
Administrative Assistant to Curriculum | District Office
507.379.4804
heidi.skophammer@alschools.org

Gayle Brownlow
Grants and Accountability Coordinator/ Title I Coordinator | District
507.379.4811
gayle.brownlow@alschools.org

Beth Faber
EL Coach / Teacher 
507.379.5060
beth.faber@alschools.org

Catherine Baumann
ATPPS Coordinator/ Science Teacher
507.379.5204
catherine.baumann@alschools.org

Burke Enger
Tech Integrationist
507.379.5281
burke.enger@alschools.org