Expertise:
Physical education
Major Product/SVS:
Primary education
Hobbies/Sports:
Golf; Gardening
Education Degrees:
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education, University of Puget Sound (1988); Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education, University of Puget Sound (1986)
Affiliations Awards:
KSTW-TV; Washington Education Association; National Education Association; Who's Who Among American Teachers; Outstanding American Teachers
Place of Birth:
Lakewood, WA
Children's Names:
Nicholas and Hayley
Work History:
23 years at Oakbrook Elementary as an elementary school teacher. Seven years as baseball coach at Lakes High School.
Career Achievements:
1991-92 KSTW-TV Class Act Teacher, 1995 Clover Park School District Employee of the Year, 1995 Oakbrook PTSA Golden Acorn recipient, 1999 Pierce County League Baseball Coach of the Year.
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
Every time I see the light bulb over a child's head when they "get it"!!
Charity:
United Way Worldwide; Caring for Kids, Inc.;Olympia Education Foundation
Number Of Years In Profession:
24
Number Of Years In Current Position:
24
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his mother's (Enid Roberts) influence and example, and the first principal (Lois Ping), and mentor teacher (Sue Richey) he worked with.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through the influence of his family members and his desire help children.
Extended Bio Profile:
I enjoy my life and where it has taken me thus far. Married to my wonderful wife, Dolora, with whom we share two beautiful and successful children, Nicholas and Hayley. 23 years teaching at a great school in Oakbrook Elementary. I enjoy golfing and gardening when I am not spending time with my family!!
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Ensuring children get exercise; Teaching team work; Discussing nutrition; Working on setting goals; Grading; Creating lesson plans; Meetings with students and parents; Working with administrators
Awards/Honors:
Baseball Coach of the Year, Pierce County League (1999); Golden Acorn Award, PTA (1995); Employee of the Year, Clover Park School District (1995)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Henderson intends to continue making a difference in the lives of children.