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Get to know the  Student Services Advocate

I have been involved in education as a student and a teacher and counselor for fourty five years. I entered the profession in 1982 as an industrial arts teacher. I earned a Masters in Science in Special Education in 1988 and began teaching students with emotional and behavioral disorders here in Great Falls. In 2001 I completed a Masters program to begin school counseling. My background has centered around the middle school level. I find this age group of students engaging and invigorating. Their unique emotional and physical needs bring constant challenges to the school environment. 


Not always working

When I am not working, I enjoy spending my time with my family outdoors. We love to hang out at the river, and river. We are avid water enthusiasts rafting, kayaking, fishing, swimming and enjoying the scenery. We love to camp and be in the mountains.

<>I also like to shoot trap actively participating in league activities for the camaraderie and competition. Hunting provides yet another opportunity to enjoy our beautiful state and be outdoors.
I am a huge Griz fan, Saturdays during the football season mean Griz Nation! Check out my link!
You might catch me at the gym; I am hooked on spinning and enjoy working out to stay in shape. I love to read and listen to music for relaxation.


.. and my family

I am a husband to my wife of 26 years Barbara. I also am the father to two children Calvin, 22 and Samantha 18. Calvin is a United States Marine stationed in Twenty Nine Palms California; He is married and has two children. Yes that also makes me a grandfather, a role I am enjoying immensely. Samantha is a senior in high school enjoying her final year and preparing for the next step at a university.

 




Rafting on the Clark Fork
 

Rafting on the Clark Fork of the Columbia