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Newsletter Q&A with Hunter

Hunter is a Leadership, Civics, and Law Teacher at North Medford High School .

Walk us through a typical day in your role at North Medford High School.

I teach Leadership, Civics, and Intro to Law, so my days vary a lot. On event planning days, I’m running around campus prepping and setting up, but on quieter days, I can focus on lesson planning. I love how no two days are alike, especially in Leadership where I get to guide students in planning big events for the school.

When originally deciding to pursue a career in education, did you always envision teaching high school? What do you love about teaching this particular age range?

I originally thought I’d teach elementary, but by the end of high school, I realized I loved history and shifted to high school teaching. I enjoy working with this age group because they’re energetic, curious, and ready to form their identities, which makes teaching exciting.

What is your favorite lesson to teach during the year? How do you present it to learners? What makes it special to you?

My favorite lessons are tied to school events like Homecoming and assemblies. I involve students in planning and organizing, which gives them real-world skills while also bringing the school together. It’s special to me because I get to watch them take ownership of meaningful projects.