New Educator Spotlight: Mackenzy Navratil

Every week, we will be featuring one of our new LPS educators to get to know a little more about them and why they chose to be an educator. This week's New Educator Spotlight is Mackenzy Navratil, third grade teacher at Prescott Elementary School.

Building/Department: Prescott Elementary School


Teaching Assignment/Role: 3rd Grade


Why did you want to become an educator?
I wanted to become a teacher because I love teaching others. I also wanted a career that was rewarding and serving others.


What has been your favorite part of working for Lincoln Public Schools?
My favorite part of working for Lincoln Public Schools so far has been the resources they give to all teachers. It makes me feel like I have everything I need in order to be successful. 


Where did you attend college?
Nebraska Wesleyan University.


What is your favorite part of being an educator?
I love building relationships with my students and their families. I love teaching them and watching them grow and learn throughout the school year.


What is a fun fact about you?
I am a quadruplet and have three brothers, so I am the only girl. All four of us graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University.


Published: October 21, 2022, Updated: October 24, 2022