With a fresh start to a new school year, the hallways are not only being filled with new upcoming students but also fresh faces of the educators. These new teachers come with new teaching approaches and their passions for being part of the school. As we navigate this year of transition, their energy and enthusiasm will play a key role in shaping the students’ academic journeys.
Name: Jeff Dyer (German 1,2,3,4/5)
Past Position: German Teacher at Oregon High School
What inspired you to become a German teacher?
“During high school, I enjoyed taking German and even went to Germany with my class. In college, I aimed to be a music teacher. However, I did not want to stop learning German. Leading me to have my certificate in German education”
Can you share any memorable moments from your teacher career?
“I like taking my students to Germany, and I also like it when I get to see a metaphorical light bulb turn on my students. When they understand something or get something from class, it becomes apparent in Germany.”
What is one thing you hope your students take away from your class?
“German culture is fun, exciting, and relevant. I think a lot of people think, ‘Gosh, what am I going to do with learning German?’ and I believe that you can do whatever you want with it; if you enjoy it, you can find career opportunities or do activities that involve German.”
What are you hoping to contribute to this school?
“I want my students to know that I care about them and that they feel safe at this school. I want them to know that I’m here to support them and that I am not just a German teacher .”
Name: Ashley Streeter (LA 9, Media Literacy Teacher)
Past Position: Worked at an alternative education school in Green Bay
What inspired you to become an ELA teacher?
“I had a lot of really good teachers who were inspirational when I was a student. I always loved books when I was a kid and the ability to explore and learn about new cultures and places. I believe that ELA is primarily communication, and I love the idea of having the ability to connect in so many different ways.”
How do you like to engage with students in the classroom?
“My favorite way to start is to debate about some weird things, such as ‘If you had a superpower, what would it be?’ or ‘What are your opinions on whatever?’ I think having those weird debates for some reason is really fun and silly.”
What are some unique hobbies that you have outside of school?
“I’m into reading, backpacking, rock climbing, and gardening.”
What are you hoping to contribute to this school?
“I hope that I can help with clubs and activities. I love volunteering at volleyball games and homecoming. I hope I get to build a community here and be able to participate in the school environment.”
Name: Cally Allard (Learning Strategist
Past Position: Taught for five years in the Sun Prairie School District and as a Peace Corps volunteer teaching English in northern Thailand.
What inspired you to become a learning strategist?
“I love working with special education because I feel like I can better advocate for students who need specific needs. I want to help make education more accessible.”
What excites you most about joining this school community?
“I love the pride and passion people have for Stoughton. It’s a great community, considering it’s smaller than my old school, which I think is a more comfortable feeling. It has been great getting to know other teachers and students.”
How do you plan on creating a good environment?
“I brainstorm with teachers ideas on how they can make their content and classroom a good environment for students who may need a little extra help.”
What are you hoping to contribute to this school?
“I want to create a more inclusive and accessible environment for students with disabilities. I would love to see unified options such as a unified lunch hour, games club, or sports league.”
