Susan Chapin Lenane
Middle School Mathematics Teacher
slenane@me.com
Meet Susan
M.Ed. Cambridge College
B.A. Franklin and Marshall College
With over three decades serving in teaching and leadership roles, Susan Chapin Lenane brings a wealth of experience to Nantucket Lighthouse School. During her extensive career in education, Susan has served as a mathematics teacher at Nantucket New School, the Fenn School in Concord, Massachusetts, and the Maret School in Washington, DC. At Maret, Susan not only taught a range of math courses from middle school through advanced high school levels but also served as the Mathematics Department Chair, where she supervised and evaluated teachers, developed new curricula, and led initiatives to enhance the school’s math program.
With a bachelor’s degree from Franklin and Marshall College and an M.Ed. from Cambridge College, Susan has continually pursued professional development, including through the Case Institute for Curricular Innovation & Excellence and the Technology Beacon Program. Susan has also shared her expertise by presenting at educational conferences, such as the AIMS conference in Baltimore. Her commitment to fostering a deep understanding of mathematics in students is evident in her volunteer work and her leadership in designing and implementing mathematics courses.
Susan’s dedication to aligning curricula with state and national standards, mentoring teachers, and innovating math education makes her an invaluable asset to the Nantucket Lighthouse School community.
What Nantucket Lighthouse School means to Susan
“I am so honored to join the faculty, staff, and students at Nantucket Lighthouse School! The school is incredibly welcoming and truly a student-centered community. I am thrilled to build the mathematics program in the sixth and seventh grade!”
