John Calhoun - Language A/English 9 and CIS Writing 1301


 

Personal Statement
I have taught at Edison since 1999.  What began as a stepping stone to a career in the entertainment field (I think I am funny, but have since been told otherwise by many students) has turned in to another obsession.  An obsession to become the best teacher I can.  Each year I spend the summer perfecting my craft and shaping my attitude to make the students in my class have a more enriching experience.  I ask students in my class to think, learn to express their thoughts clearly, strive to be the best, and surround themselves with like minded people.  Students should come to class prepared to learn and to challenge themselves.  All courses push students to read complex literature and learn and practice advanced writing techniques.
Contact Information

Room: 305
Email: john.calhoun@mpls.k12.mn.us

Current Courses

Language A (9th Grade English)

CIS Writing 1301

My Education

St. Paul Central High School
       class of '87
University of Kansas
       BA in English '91
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
       Masters in Teaching of English '95

School Experience

Olson Middle School '95-'99
Edison High School '99-present

 

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