About the Teacher
Email: laura.mills@dvusd.org
Phone: 623-376-4359
Qualifications: B.S. Kinesiology M.Ed. Secondary Education TAP Certified Mentor Teacher/Evaluator 2015 DVEA Teacher of the Year
Mrs. Laura Mills
Greetings!
After graduating from Sheridan High School in Wyoming, I moved to sunny Tempe, AZ to become a Sun Devil, and earned a Kinesiology B.S. (thinking I wanted to be a Physical Therapist) in 2007. After a fast-paced year working in special events to produce the 2008 Super Bowl, I knew I needed a more fulfilling career. So, I entered a certification program with ASU/DVUSD and began teaching at Deer Valley Middle School. Sixteen years later, I still love spending 180 days each year working with 8th graders to learn how the Universe works and our place in it!
While working in special events, I met my wonderful husband and, over the past 15 years, our family has grown by 2 kids, our dog Arlo, chickens, several fish and our class pet rat Wilbur. In 2020, we purchased a motorhome and have spent the last 4 summers visiting 33 states and 27 National Parks:)
I am committed to positively impacting students' academic abilities and love of science, constantly striving to provide the best possible experiences that I can for each student!
Thank you for sharing your children with me this year:)
Here's to a great 2023-24!