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 Chett Garcia has started a fundraiser, Wireless Teacher , for Chett Garcia Apr 23, 2017
Mr. Chett Garcia
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Mastery Charter Schools
Class Information:
Room Number: 407
Students per Class: 100
Class Description:
I teach general math for 8th grade and work really hard to make it fun and interesting and engaging for 8th graders who are amazing.
Position:
Math Teacher
Needs:
My hope is to create a more flexible room, so I am trying to buy a short throw projector that is very high quality along with a wall mount so that my presentations aren't blocked so often. I am also wanting to get an apple tv that I can connect to an iPad mini so I can walk around the room and be presenting from anywhere.
My Philosophy:
I believe in giving the student the ownership over the space. Allowing their culture to be embraced, and incorporate their voice in the classroom. I want to end the static classroom where seated, silent and proper earn you better grades. I want passion and excitement and realness to flow through my room.
Personal Information:
About Me:
I am originally from San Jose, CA and moved to Philly a couple years ago with my wife and son. I love Philly and all it has to offer. I love rugby, reading, learning, surfing, food and travel. I love my family, my friends, and my students. I am lucky to do what I do.
College and Degrees:
I went to Cal Poly, SLO and majored in Construction Management. I worked as a project engineer for 3 years and went to Santa Clara to get my Teaching Credential in Mathematics.
Activities:
I played rugby for ten years. Now I most go to Crossfit, read, play guitar, hang out with my wife and son. My favorite past time right now is block parties on our South Philly Street.
Favorite Books:
Most recently: For white folks who teach in the hood and the rest of y'all too by Chris Emdin. I loved the game of thrones series even before the show. I love Historical fiction as well.
Favorite Quotes:
You can always do more than you think you can. Whether you think you can, or you think you can't you're probably right.
Interests:
Politics, Ed-policy, civil rights, rugby, hockey, baseball, progressive education for all, but especially students of color.
Employment History:
I worked as a project engineer for 3 years in San Jose until I started teaching. I taught for 4 years in California and now two years he in Philadelphia.
Why Do I Teach?:
I feel passionate about being with and for people. That I was meant to help others. I teach because it is the only thing I see myself doing for the one shot at life I have. Education is the civil rights issue of our time, and I want to be a part of making the world into a world I am proud to have been a part of.
Percent of Students are:
     At-risk: 40 %
     Average: 40 %
     High-achiever: 10 %
     Special Needs: 10 %
Percent of Students are:
     White/Caucasian : 5 %
     Hispanic: 30 %
     African American: 50 %
     Asian: 15 %
Free/Reduced Lunch Program Enrollment:: 60 %
ESL Enrollment:: 15 %
Average number of students in class:: 30 students
Number of students I teach:: 100 students