The BIG Lesson Team
Together with teachers and community experts, we work to make The BIG Lesson week a powerful learning experience for everyone involved. We're excited to connect with you!
Margaret Holtschlag
Founder and Program Director
Margaret Holtschlag teams up with Michigan's Capital Area teachers and community places for place-based learning and stewardship. Margaret is founder and director of the BIG Lesson Programs (history, zoo, nature, science), and was Michigan Teacher of the Year 2000.
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Lessons: Discovery Walk; Observation Activities; 6-Part Description
Kristen Finkbeiner
Communications Manager
As a 17-and-counting year high school English teacher, Kristen is following her joy by telling the story of all the great things that happen at Annie's BIG Nature Lesson. She connects people through the blog, website, social media, newsletters, annual report, and other platforms.
ReWired Teachers
The integral work of The BIG Lesson is possible through the dedication and overall phenomenal-ness of a group of retired, now ReWired, teachers. They provide a wealth of experience and knowledge about teaching and the natural world.
Jan Derksen
Bath School District
Stephanie Knapp
Bath School District
Ruth Pearson
DeWitt School District