KATHERINE WEIGAND Mathematics Teacher, Students of Service Co-Director, Theater Co-Producer

Katherine Weigand has taught math at EHS since 2010 and currently teaches Algebra 2 Honors and Precal Honors. Born and raised in Houston, she attended another school in Houston and then Williams College in Williamstown, Massachusetts where she majored in math and biology. Katherine’s mother is from Boston and her maternal grandmother is Australian; her father is from Oklahoma and of English and Swedish descent. Outside of the classroom, Katherine is a theater co producer, responsible for the smooth running of EHS OnStage productions as well as a Students of Service Co Director, responsible for communications and technology. In her spare time, Katherine loves spending time with her husband Graham and sixteen month old daughter Lucy.

What’s on your playlist?

Taylor Swift

What was the first concert you attended?

NSYNC in seventh grade.

If you weren’t a teacher, what would you pick for a career? Before teaching, I thought about getting my Master’s in Public Heath and becoming an epidemiologist.

What is your proudest accomplishment?

Being a mom! I love seeing Lucy learn, grow, and change each day.

Do you have a favorite app or tech gadget?

Apple TV – not only does it help me stream movies and TV shows at home, but we also use it in the classroom to connect our iPads!

Did you have a mentor growing up who inspired your career?

I have had a series of amazing teachers that guided me, particularly Professor Adams from Williams, who led my REU in knot theory research. I am also so thankful to have my parents who instilled a sense of curiosity and love of learning that has greatly inspired me as a teacher.

If you could travel back in time, what period of history would you choose?

I would love to travel to early 19th century England because I love all of Jane Austen’s novels!

What do you most respect about your colleagues? They are dedicated, enthusiastic, and always wanting to help.

What do you most respect about your students? Their ability to juggle all their activities and schoolwork!

If you could eat only one meal this week, what would it be? Doesn’t matter as long as it ends in a dessert!