Staff Profile

Mrs. Heather Gorder

Welcome to Fourth Grade!

This will be my 19th year teaching at EXPO Elementary!

When I am not at EXPO, I enjoy spending time with my family. I love to be outside, either going on a nice hike, boating with my family, or chasing my son and Lab around the back yard! I LOVE doing puzzles with a cup of coffee. Going to the theater, trying a new restaurant, or an old favorite, are also fun-filled activities for me. I love reading a good book!

I was born and raised in Saint Paul, MN, and am a proud graduate of Saint Paul Public Schools.  Saint Paul has my heart, and always will. I am the youngest of three and love spending time with my niece and nephews. Laughter is a big part of my lifestyle! 

I enjoy working with the EXPO community, families, and staff. I love spending my days with my students, and watching them grow as scholars, leaders, and positive community members. Each day is full of learning and inspiration! 

“I make a point to appreciate all the little things in my life. I go out and smell the air after a good, hard rain. I re-read passages from my favorite books. I hold the little treasures that somebody special gave me. These small actions help remind me that there are so many great, glorious pieces of good in the world.”  - Dolly Parton