Welcome Northside Scholars!

Hello Young Scholars,

As you will surely find out this year, I am here because I believe that WHAT WE CAN DO, WHAT WE SHOULD DO, AND WHAT WE ARE GOING TO DO IS GOING TO CHANGE THE WORLD. Just stop and think about that. We are going to change the world.  And we have two choices: One, change the world into something better. Two, make it worse.  My job is to assist you in becoming critical thinkers who are prepared to make this world better.  If you ever feel like I could do more to help you on your journey to become life-long learners and meaningful contributors, please let me know. I don’t want to you to tell me what you think I want to hear, but what I need to know so that I can better serve you and the community of Akron. I taught in Aurora, Colorado for the past five years in a school with some similarities to North. The name of the school was Aurora Central High School, and just like North, it was the most diverse school in the state.  Although I may look like another boring white guy, I sincerely love being surrounded by diversity daily.  My passion is to teach and learn from all the cultures that exist in this world.  Hopefully, I can inspire you as much as you will inspire me. 

About Me: 

Hobbies: Believe it or not I could beat you in basketball, and if you don't believe me, just let me know when and where you want to play (after school of course).  I actually enjoy reading and writing, but tbh I watch way more television than I should. Sometimes after teaching and grading papers all day, I just want to watch some shows or sports. I know how to use snapchat and do pretty frequently. Having lived in Colorado for a while, I really loved snowboarding and hiking. My favorite hobby is just kicking it with good peoples, family and friends. 

Favorite TV Shows: Breaking Bad, The Wire, True Detective, Veep, Arrested Development, VICE News, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, House of Cards, Twin Peaks

Favorite Sports Teams: Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Cavs, Cleveland Indians, OSU Buckeyes, Akron Zips, Napoli (soccer)

Favorite Music: Wu-Tang Clan, Danny Brown, Drake, Schoolboy Q, J. Cole, Action Bronson, Arcade Fire, A$Ap Rocky, Volcano Choir, How to Dress Well, Creedance Clearwater Revival, The Band, Van Morrison, The Doors, Bob Marley, Grizzly Bear, The Tallest Man on Earth, Sam Cooke, Bobby Womack, The National, Stevie Wonder, BB King, and the list goes on.