Mrs. Merkens teaches Pre-Ap Science at Boerne Middle School South. She also serves as the UIL Acadmic Coordinator for the Campus as well as Co-Coordinator for the Science Department. In addition to her duties at Middle School South, she is also an Assistant Softball Coach for Boerne High School. Mrs. Merkens is starting her 6th year at BMSS. She earned her Bachelors Degree in Science from Sam Houston State University and has been teaching for 16 years. 10 out of the 16 years were spent teaching a wide range of High School science and coaching. Mrs. Merkens LOVES her job and enjoys helping children navigate the middle school years. 

In her time away from school, Mrs. Merkens loves to spend time with her husband and 3 daughters, Mahley, Ensley and Madelyn. They stay busy traveling, play sports and spending time outdoors as much as possible.