Lisa Herzig

Lisa Herzig is a social sciences teacher and author who co-wrote Teaching Beyond the Timeline: Engaging Students in Thematic History (2024) with China Harvey. She teaches high school World History, U.S. History, and AP U.S. History, and has served as a teacher on special assignment within her department.

Across her career, Herzig has contributed to district-wide assessments, curriculum development, and has written courses of study for World and U.S. History, work that informs the practical guidance and thematic course design strategies presented in Teaching Beyond the Timeline. She is also noted as a district finalist for a “Teacher of the Year” award, reflecting recognition for her classroom practice and curriculum expertise.