Alexis Wagner

The Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and the Echo Press are pleased to bring you the Top 5 Under 40, recognizing five outstanding professionals younger than age 40 in the Alexandria Lakes Area. Nominees were judged on their professional achievements, community involvement and overall depth of qualities. They were honored at the Chamber’s Annual Celebration on January 18.

Alexis Wagner Age: 28

Special Education Teacher Alexandria Public Schools – Lincoln Elementary School

Summarize your career path. I grew up in La Crescent, MN and enjoyed working at a daycare in high school. At Luther College in Decorah, IA, I had experiences with students with special needs and discovered I loved helping them grow and learn. I student taught in the Alexandria area and got my first job at Lincoln Elementary as a special education teacher. I have worked with students in grades 2-5 with various disabilities for the last 6 years. I enjoy working at Lincoln because as a team we find the best way to help our students be successful and I get to help students learn new skills and become more confident. I have participated on our Building Leadership Team and have been a mentor for first year teachers. Last Spring, I received my Master’s Degree in Special Education from Bemidji State University.

Family and interests.

My family includes my husband, Ryan, and dog, Sophi. I enjoy playing volleyball and golfing. In my free time, I enjoy reading books and making craft projects and decorations. In the summer, we spend a lot of our time boating, fishing, and camping with our family.

“Alexis exhibits the highest level of integrity and ethics that she applies to all aspects of her work. She has a distinct work ethic that is a blend of service and life-long learning and ‘gets the job done’ in the highest quality manner, even under the most rigorous conditions and timelines.”

Brendan Bogart, Supervisor

Leadership philosophy.

I believe that the best leaders lead by example, demonstrating integrity in their actions. Strong leaders have a servant heart that inspires team members to work together.

Community and volunteer efforts.

For three years, I was a high school leader and board member for Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA). I would help make board decisions, help organize and volunteer at events and meet with high school students to lead devotionals and help prepare them to lead their own student groups. Currently, I am a high school leader for Young Life, a ministry in Alexandria. We build relationships with students and teach them about Jesus.

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