Interview with 2016-2017 9-12 Teacher of the Year

What do you teach?

Chemistry


How long have you been teaching?

17 years


What’s the most rewarding part of teaching?

The moment(s) when students gain understanding of the learning…those “aha!” moments when all the pieces make sense.


What do you like to do in your spare time?

Reading and quilting


What is one piece of advice you would give to students as they move on from high school?

Make good choices (social and academic)– you are responsible for the results in your life.