Claire Romzek, has taught in the Clark County School District in Southern Nevada for her entire career. After years of teaching 5th Grade, the opening of Lied STEM Academy Magnet School, inspired her to move to Middle School. Claire taught 4 years at Lied STEM Academy, where in 2022 she was recognized as Magnet Schools of America Teacher of the year for Region II. She is now in the Magnet Coordinator position. Claire is passionate about Project-based learning and Proficiency-based grading. As a mother of three, her children’s experiences in school drive her vision for change.