Name: Nick Landy
School: Harrison High School
Subject: Resource Room History, English, coaching
State: NJ
What or who inspired you to become a teacher?
Many of my former teachers from grammar school and high school. Most of them I was able to work with when I started my career teaching in my old high school.
How are things different for you now, compared to when you first started teaching?
Standardized testing has put a great deal of pressure on us and changed the way we teach.
What advice would you give to a new or struggling teacher?
My best day in the classroom was when…
The students are really into the lesson.
The best compliment I ever received was...
At the end of each year, I always receive some great compliments in my yearbook from students and players.They tell me how I was like a "big brother" or "father figure" to them. Some of my former students who are now teaching and coaching say how I influenced them.
What's your favorite part of the school year?
The first day and the last day.
What is your one must-have item for the classroom?
I use noisemakers and silly gadgets that enhance the learning.
What do you eat for breakfast on school days?
Oatmeal, or sometimes I get up early and treat myself to the diner.
What movie or TV show do you secretly love?
"Chopped," on the Food Network.
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