Hello EDUC 337,
My name is Christopher McGennis, I am an active duty United
States Sailor with nearly twenty-one years of naval service. I am currently stationed in St. Louis, MO as
a fleet liaison to the Boeing Company. I
have only been with Columbia College for the almost 18 months and recently
completed my BGS with a Minor in Education, I am currently enrolled in the
Post-Bacc Teacher Certification Program. My ultimate goal is to become a middle school math
teacher shortly after retiring from the Navy (in less than one years’ time). Personally, I am a single father of three
balancing a busy schedule of my daughter's soccer, coaching my son’s little
league team and practicing Jiu Jitsu (all four of us) on top of the two classes
I am taking this semester. I also enjoy
remaining active with outdoor activities, such as hiking, running, paddle
boarding, etc. I hope to add to my
toolbox of mentoring, coaching, and teaching through this class as I continue
my educational path.
-Chris
Chris,
ReplyDeleteIt's really nice to meet you and I'm happy that you shared some information about yourself. It must be hard being in the Navy, being a father, coaching and taking classes. Since you're in the Navy I'm sure that you have great discipline and will get through your classes without any problem. Good luck in this class and with the rest of your Education classes!
Thanks Jamaal!
DeleteIts wonderful to meet you. I only have one daughter and she keeps me extremely busy I can only imagine having more than one and trying to do school. My daughter is a handful and loves to get into things. Last semester she decided that while I was in class it was a good time to paint her little owl piggy bank and was covered head to toe in paint and it was all over that floor in out kitchen. I give you props for being able to do what you do and have the time to do it all.
ReplyDeleteUh oh... I hope the paint was water based and latex. Hahaha
DeleteThanks Taylor. Good luck to you this semester as well as not being "distracted" during class this time around.
Chris, I am so honored to be a part of your journey to becoming an educator. I know in my heart that you will be the inspiration that your students need. Looking forward to learning with you!
ReplyDeleteThank you Dr. Steffes. It is always a pleasure to be a part of your classes. Thank you for sharing your experiences and encouraging us to reach our goals!
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