Jon Jennings

Jon Jennings joined STEM School Highlands Ranch in 2020 as a member of the English Language Department and moved into the role of Gifted and Talented Coordinator / PBL Specialist in 2021.

He received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Colorado Denver in Writing Studies and a minor in Literature, and Master of Arts degree from the University of Denver in Curriculum and Instruction with licenses in Secondary English Language Arts and K – 12 Gifted and Talented Instruction.

He believes that every student has the right to an excellent education that challenges them while allowing them to use their unique gifts to interpret the world around them. Jon is thrilled to be in a role that allows him to support students and teachers across STEM in their pursuit of education. He enjoys cooking, gardening, hiking, and reading just about anything.

Favorite Starbucks Drink or Snack: Black Coffee or Breakfast tea

Favorite Snacks: Sour candy, goldfish, any trail mix

Favorite Places to Eat: Panera, Cornerstone bakery, Chick-fil-a, Land of Sushi

Favorite Drinks: Coffee, hot or iced tea

Favorite Place to Shop: Target

Hobbies: Hiking, reading, knitting, gardening

Favorite Colors: Blue, gray, black, orange