It’s rare when student teachers choose to do their assignment at Vanguard School. Mr. Stern is one of only six in Vanguard’s 15 years, according to Ms. O’Neill. “He’s pretty hardcore,” says Eli Martinez.
New student Paige Fuentes said, “Oh my gosh, I didn’t even realize he was a student teacher. I thought he was always here.” The truth is he’s only been here since January, but it feels like he’s always been a permanent part of the Vanguard family. Stern’s done more than taught classes. He’s organized trips, gone to Treehaven, and even dominated our 3-on-3 basketball tournament in February.
Andy Stern is an English and Education major at U of I at Urbana-Champaign. During his time here, he has taught many English classes either by himself or integrating courses with Ms. O’Neill, Mr. Markos, Ms. DeMeo and Dr. Koralik. He designed an English class about mythology and famous court cases during his time here as well. “I’m really going to miss him. He’s a great teacher,” stated Diana Gonzalez.
Since today is Mr. Stern’s final day here at Vanguard, staff and students gathered in the tech center during team this morning to have cake and say our goodbyes. Student Rachel Reza says, “He was very involved with every student. He interacted with us very well.”
We say goodbye to Mr. Stern with high hopes of seeing him again. “Why is he leaving?” asks Kayla Woodward. “He should come teach here at Vanguard next year.”
Good luck, Mr. Stern!
Story by Annemarie Schaefer
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