Teacher of the Week | David Hedgecoth
February 27th, 2008, 3:11 am Hobby Shops
Age: 31. Reason for becoming a teacher: I was inspired by my junior high band director, Carole McQueen. Greatest moment as a teacher: Seeing students continue their involvement in music in high school and beyond. Most embarrassing moment as a teacher: When my podium collapsed under me during a concert. Favorite aspects of being a teacher: Influencing young people in a positive way and watching students mature into independent musicians. Least favorite part of teaching: Red tape, paperwork and superfluous responsibilities. Favorite movies: Amadeus Last book you read: Awaken the Giant Within by Anthony Robbins. Favorite hobbies: Reading, running, gym time and eating. Family: Habitually single! If you weren’t a teacher, what would you be and why? A commentator for National Public Radio. Person you most admire and why: My parents, because they have a healthy relationship; they balance each other and keep me in line. Nominated by: Patrice Driscoll. Full-time public and private school teachers in Seminole County are eligible for nomination. Nominators can be students or their parents, school staffers and friends, but not family members of the teacher. Information needed is the nominator’s name, phone number, the teacher’s name, school, grade they teach and a brief reason for their nomination. Nominations are limited to the first 40 received. To nominate a teacher, e-mail Tammie Wersinger at twersinger@orlandosentinel.com.
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