GHHS New Staff Members
Mrs. Adams is the new intervention specialist here at GHHS.
Have you ever wondered about the new staff members at GHHS but are afraid or have no time to talk to them? In this article you can learn more about some of the new staff members here at GHHS. In this article we will be interviewing Mrs. Adams, Mr. McGlone, and lastly Mr. Pelphrey. However, don't forget about Mr. George, Mrs. Brothers, and Mr. Hinkle. They all are also a part of the new community so read until the end to learn some things about them. We are going to be asking them a few questions like, what school they taught at or if they taught before this.
Mrs. Adams - Intervention Specialist
The first person we interviewed was Mrs. Adams: Mrs. Adams taught at Walnut Springs Middle School for two years. For the last three years she taught at an autism program at Cherrington Elementary School in Westerville. When Mrs. Adams was in high school, she joined Future Teachers Of America. She joined because she wanted to help the teachers during her study hall and she grew to love it a lot.
She helped a kindergarten teacher and she thought it was so much fun. She loved the look on the students' faces when they made progress throughout the school year. She says that she loves all the students and staff at Grandview, saying that everyone is kind and works hard to be better and “be the best version of themselves”.
She also wrote about how everyone is happy to have her as a new teacher in the district and has made her experience great. She also loves the amount of sports and clubs that go on in Grandview stating “My husband and I love attending sporting events”. When asked about what she would change in teaching she talked about how she was unsure and didn't think she would change anything. For example, it gives her flexibility, planning time, and collaboration experience.
Mrs. Adams would want to be a graphic designer, event planner, or interior designer if she was not a teacher. The reason for this is because she loves being creative and hosting/planning events so she believes that it would be a good career path for her to take.
Mr. McGlone - Math Teacher
This is Mr. McGlones first year teaching here at GHHS.
This is Mr. McGlone's first year teaching however he had previous experience subbing from last school year. Mr McGlone wanted to teach the new generation because he would like to shape the way they grow and continue into life, preparing them for the future, as well as teaching the next generation of students to give back to the community. He wants to help kids learn and grow in their daily lives and with math.
When asked about what his favorite part of teaching at our school is he talked about how that's a hard question since he's only been teaching here for around two months therefore he did not have an answer. If Mr. McGlone was not a teacher; he would want to be an airline pilot or a defense contractor (something in the military). Aside from teaching algebra Mr McGlone also teaches Data Science and Algebra 2 at GHHS.
Mr. Pelphrey - High School Band Director
When we asked Mr. Pelphrey why he wanted to become a music teacher, he responded by talking about the inspiration he got from his old band director who also happened to be his uncle, he talked about how his uncle used to teach him and that inspired him to do the same, pushing himself to become what he is today, The Grandview Heights High School Band director! He also talked about wanting to become a teacher in order to teach the new generation and send them on a good path in life, hoping to shape the future.
Mr. Pelphrey enjoys the community and environment that the staff and students have created in the district, talking passionately about how the community is allowing for learning to foster growth and success in the community.
When asked what he wanted to change in the education system he was originally stumped but then thought about the unfairness and continued with wanting to change the unfair education system as well as the idea that even if a school has less funding, the students should still get an equal education. Lastly, if Mr. Pelphrey wasn't a teacher; he would like to do something in community service. He would want to be a doctor, nurse, police officer, or firefighter to give back to the community. This year he is taking over the position as a High School Marching Band Director and teaching the jazz band and we wish him luck, he has already had many successful marches at the football games so get ready for the concert season!
This is Mr. Pelphreys first year teaching at GHHS, but he taught at the rival school Bexley for six years before this.
In conclusion, Grandview Heights High School has so many new teachers this year and in the years before. All of these teachers talked about how they feel secure in Grandview and how they feel like they can grow as a teacher, with their students, and with the community. One of the most popular answers to the question “What Do You Like About GHHS?” When asked, many of the teachers' answers were the same and about the support they get from GHHS.
Lastly, we give a big thank you to not only the new staff but all the people who help the school thrive and be able to express their ideas and creativity. The new staff members that weren't interviewed are Mrs. Brothers (Counselor), Mr. George (History) and Mr. Hinkle (History, Retired Principal and English teacher).