Hobbies/Sports:
Building model rockets; Watching space shuttle launches; Reading
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Master's Degree in Science Media; Master of Education in Elementary Education, Western Kentucky University (1994)
Affiliations Awards:
Board Member, Odyssey of the Mind, Creative Competitions, Inc.; KSTA; NSTA; ASCD
Charity:
Andrew Wommack Ministries; Samaritan's Purse; World Vision, Inc.
Number Of Years In Profession:
30
Number Of Years In Current Position:
27
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his hard work and love for teaching.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through his lifelong interest in science and mathematics; he wanted to help students understand these subjects.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching fifth- and sixth-grade students; Overseeing the curriculum development of two teachers; Coordinating activities; Creating programs; Mentoring new teachers; Monitoring students' progress; Compiling standardized test data
Awards/Honors:
Listee, Who's Who Among American Teachers (1994, 1996, 2004, 2005, 2007); Mathematics Education Service and Achievement Award, Kentucky Council of Teachers of Mathematics; Ashland Oil Golden Apple Award
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Orr intends to obtain a master's degree in science media, as well as improve science and mathematics programs in his school district.