This semester my classroom has the opportunity to welcome Jon Purdy to our classroom. Mr. Purdy joins us as a student teacher from the University of Iowa. His time in the classroom is important for him to gain experience for a future career in education. Over the last several weeks he has taken on roles in lesson planning and instruction. Throughout this semester he will be teaching students in World History, American Issues, and Sports in American Society.
We are grateful to host Mr. Purdy and appreciate the positive impact he has made in our classroom as well as his dedication to our students. This experience has not only benefited Mr. Purdy, but has also given our students an opportunity to learn from a teacher with a new perspective and different style. Lastly, this is a wonderful opportunity to expose Mr. Purdy and the education program at the University of Iowa to the wonderful students at Benton Community!