Life History
What was unique about Peggy's K-8 education in Belgrade, NE?
She went to a one-room school house.
How many children does Peggy have?
Two
Alex and Christian
What is Peggy's passion?
Traveling
(or reading)
What two schools has Peggy worked in Family Literacy?
Prescott and Elliott
True or false?
Peggy has lived in a foreign country.
True
What form of transportation did Peggy sometimes utilize to get to school as a child?
She rode a horse to school.
How many siblings does Peggy have?
Four
Two brothers and two sisters
Where was Peggy's most recent travel adventure? (summer 2024)
The Oregon Trail (traveling in reverse)
What year did Peggy begin working for LPS?
2009
True or False:
Peggy has never lived in another state.
False
She has also lived in Kentucky.
What was the prestigious title Peggy won in 1980?
State FFA Sweetheart
Where was Alex's wedding this past September?
In the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee.
Besides traveling, what are other things Peggy enjoys doing?
Reading
Playing the guitar
Photography
Peggy served students that speak _____ different languages during her tenure at LPS.
19
Peggy has an upcoming trip to South Carolina. When is she scheduled to leave?
The day after she retires.
What did Peggy's parents do for a living?
Peggy's parents were farmers in Belgrade, NE.
Peggy's husband Duane retired working at UNL. Where does he work now?
He is a campus security sub for LPS.
True or False:
Peggy played in a band.
True
Peggy served students from _____ different countries during her tenure at LPS.
20
What is Peggy's go-to Halloween costume to wear to Family Literacy?
On the farm, what was special about a calf named Carl?
What did Peggy wear to her mother's funeral?
A dress with chickens on it.
How many countries has Peggy visited?
44
Peggy served _____ families in Family Literacy during her tenure at LPS.
225
Peggy is an expert in what historical event?
The Schoolhouse Blizzard of 1888