German and World Cultures Teacher

Ms. Brinkman, originally from Ottawa, Ohio, completed both her undergraduate and master’s degrees at Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio. During her studies, she enhanced her academic experience with a year abroad in Salzburg, Austria for each program. In 2023, she began teaching German and World Cultures at Lakeside Middle School, following two years of teaching in Lima, Ohio. Outside the classroom, Ms. Brinkman enjoys doing arts and crafts, baking, exploring new destinations, and hiking.