
Diana Jimenez
LCMS Teacher of the Year 2025-26

Ms. Jimenez began her career 11 years ago at Long County Middle School where she taught 6th grade Earth Science. She is currently still teaching this today. She has earned a Bachelor's Degree in Middle Grades Education and has received a Gifted Certification.
In addition to teaching, Ms. Jimenez has had many other roles. She was a BETA Club 6th Grade Sponsor for four years, an Academic Bowl Team Coach for one year, the leader of the Diversity Committee for one year, and the leader of the Science Club for the second year in a row. She has served as a mentor for several new teachers to 6th grade Science and to the 6th grade team over the years. She takes pride in working together with her coworkers to help students succeed and seeing the lightbulb turn on when students grasp a concept. She enjoys providing students with projects that allow students to creatively show their understanding of the standards.
Favorite Quote:
"One book, one pen, one child, and one teacher can change the world.” Malala Yousafzai