Megan Balcer Lapensky is a state-licensed educator with a background in Psychology and holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Saint Cloud State University. During her time at SCSU, Megan gained valuable classroom experience working with Kindergarten, 3rd, 5th, and 6th-grade students as part of her student teaching.

After graduation, she went on to teach 8th-grade math and later 6th-grade math in the St. Michael, Minnesota school district. These roles deepened her commitment to education and helping students thrive in math.

Now serving as an academic coach, Megan is passionate about empowering students to find their voice in their educational journey. She believes in supporting students through obstacles by encouraging curiosity, resilience, and critical thinking. Megan focuses on building meaningful connections and creating a safe space where students feel confident asking questions and thinking outside the box.