Zach Lahn Announces Run for Local School Board After Viral Classroom Safety Innovation. In a formal statement released earlier today, Zach Lahn, a sixth-grade science teacher from Portland, Oregon, declared his candidacy for the District 21 school board. This announcement follows the widespread online circulation of his unique safety drill involving virtual reality, which garnered national attention. Lahn, 34, told reporters he aims to implement the same technology district-wide to reduce student anxiety. The election is scheduled for November 5th.