Student members of Churchville-Chili High School’s National Honor Society (NHS) selected art teacher Jonathan Woodard as Teacher of the Year for 2014-2015. Woodard is a committed teacher; passionate about sharing his love of art with his students. Not surprisingly perhaps, his students are also passionate about him.
“His enthusiasm for his job is so uplifting, it’s hard to put into words,” said student Mara Curtis in one of the many nominations Woodard received. “When any student he has gets excited about a project, he is right there with them. When you are stuck with your project, as I have been quite a few times, he will encourage you to keep going and talk with you to help inspire new ideas, thus motivating you to keep going – he makes a difference.”
National Honor Society Teacher Advisor Paul Glor said, “Jon is a great role model. He sincerely cares about helping people. He loves what he does, and it shows. Students enjoy taking classes with him. He is not just a great teacher…he is a great person. He really deserves this honor.”
The Teacher of the Year is chosen by current members of National Honor Society, who are encouraged to submit nominations for a teacher they would like to see recognized. The officers and advisor then make a selection based on these nominations and on recommendations from teachers. Woodard’s name was at the top of all lists, thanks to his many contributions to the school, to the art program, and to individual students.
Woodard teaches sculpture, ceramics, digital imaging and advanced computer graphics. He has a Bachelor’s degree from SUNY Brockport and a Master in Education degree from Roberts Wesleyan College. He has been with the Churchville-Chili district since 1993.
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