Social Studies

Kembry Hafen | Language Arts 7, Utah History

I was born and raised in St. George and have a true passion for literacy. That passion was fostered early in my life as I grew to love reading and writing, despite struggling with both in elementary school. It continued to grow as I studied English and tutored students in literacy throughout my college career. I genuinely love to read, write, and discuss ideas, but that wasn't always true for me. It wasn't until intermediate school that I discovered that joy, and I hope to help my students discover it too. I also love the place we call home and am excited to share that appreciation with students in our Utah Studies class.

My family knows me as something of a hobby collector because I love trying new things! Whether I'm sewing, hiking, woodcarving, knitting, drawing, crocheting, or picking up a brand-new skill, I'm always eager to learn. I bring that same enthusiasm into the classroom by creating opportunities for students to explore, discover, and try new things alongside me.

Kenzie He | Chinese DLI, Social Studies DL

My Email: kenzie.he@washk12.org

Mrs. He’s love for language and culture started back home in China, where she grew up surrounded by stories, traditions, and curiosity. During college, she followed her passion for both words and creativity—earning a degree in Translation in China and spending time in the UK to explore her interest in fashion.

Her journey brought her to the U.S., where she completed her Master’s in Chinese at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Since then, she has been teaching in Chinese immersion programs across Massachusetts, Minnesota, and now sunny Utah—always working to make learning fun, meaningful, and inspiring for her students.

Outside the classroom, Mrs. He met her husband in Minnesota, where he was working on his PhD. He’s now a display engineer, and together they share their life with their spoiled eldest “dog child,” Nini, and their well-behaved middle “cat child,” Didi.

Certificate in Fashion, Print, and Photography – Birmingham City University, UK (2017)
Bachelor’s in Translation – Wuhan University of Science and Technology, China (2019)
Master’s in Chinese – University of Massachusetts Amherst, US (2021)

Enzo Vila Rodolfo | Spanish DLI, Social Studies DL

My Email: enzo.vila@washk12.org

Alicia Wiser | Social Studies

My Email: alicia.wiser@washk12.org

I fell in love with history back in the third grade—shout out to Mrs. Romano, Mrs. Gardener, Coach Jorgensen, Mr. Barnes, and Mr. Browning for sparking that interest! I’ve always believed that the more we study history, the better we understand the world today, since so much of it has been shaped by critical events, decisions, and cultures of the past. To be the best history teacher I can be, I truly believe I need to travel. There's something powerful about standing in the places where history happened—it brings the stories to life in a way no textbook can. Thankfully, my husband supports this belief, and together we’ve explored a variety of places. Whether near or far, every destination has taught me something meaningful about the land and the people who live there. At Dixie Intermediate, I hope to pass that curiosity and excitement on to my students, helping them see just how connected they are to the people and stories that came before them.

Short and sweet:

YEP- kayaking, paddle boarding, lemons, cheese, the smell of desert rain, wandering through the Redwoods

NOPE- theme park lines, lima beans, dough, wolf spiders, crooked hanging picture frames

Classroom Experience:

Life Skills Paraprofessional- 5yrs

7th-8th History Utah & American History- 5ys

6th-7th World History- 7yrs

Bachelors: Social Science Composite from SUU