Christi Pugh
For the past several years, “The Pitchfork” has asked seniors the same question: “Who was the most influential teacher of your high school career?” It’s not a surprise that many this year chose Dr. Watson.
Former teacher, Dr. Watson affected the lives of many students, especially those involved in the IB Program.
I had the opportunity to take World History with Dr. Watson freshman year at Germantown High, a rare opportunity because Watson wasn’t normally the teacher for this particular class. Five other freshmen and I experienced what would be one of the most influential classes of our four years at Germantown. Not only did we learn about history in a fun and creative way, but also Watson instilled in us lessons we would take with us for the next three years at Germantown.
Watson was also Theory of Knowledge teacher for the IB juniors and seniors. This class is similar to a philosophy class and “it offers students and their teachers the opportunity to reflect critically on diverse ways of knowing
and on areas of knowledge, consider the role and nature of knowledge in their own culture, in the cultures of others and in the wider world. In addition, it prompts students to: be aware of themselves as thinkers, encouraging them to become more acquainted with the complexity of knowledge, recognize the need to act responsibly in an increasingly interconnected but uncertain world,” according to the IB Diploma Programme website.
And that is exactly what Watson did.
“Watson made us realize how important it is to know what is going on around the world, [things] that are normally overlooked and to question our position in life,” stated Areej Itayem, a senior.
Outside of the classroom, Watson also impacted his students.
“He made me confident in myself and our mock trial team. Year upon year, he taught me to open my eyes to the world around me and stay surprised and happy at the world’s good things. He make me want to learn more, all the time,” senior Jahnavi Jagannath said.
Dr. Watson obviously affected the Class of 2014 in a variety of ways, and for that, we will be forever grateful to him.
For the past several years, “The Pitchfork” has asked seniors the same question: “Who was the most influential teacher of your high school career?” It’s not a surprise that many this year chose Dr. Watson.
Former teacher, Dr. Watson affected the lives of many students, especially those involved in the IB Program.
I had the opportunity to take World History with Dr. Watson freshman year at Germantown High, a rare opportunity because Watson wasn’t normally the teacher for this particular class. Five other freshmen and I experienced what would be one of the most influential classes of our four years at Germantown. Not only did we learn about history in a fun and creative way, but also Watson instilled in us lessons we would take with us for the next three years at Germantown.
Watson was also Theory of Knowledge teacher for the IB juniors and seniors. This class is similar to a philosophy class and “it offers students and their teachers the opportunity to reflect critically on diverse ways of knowing
and on areas of knowledge, consider the role and nature of knowledge in their own culture, in the cultures of others and in the wider world. In addition, it prompts students to: be aware of themselves as thinkers, encouraging them to become more acquainted with the complexity of knowledge, recognize the need to act responsibly in an increasingly interconnected but uncertain world,” according to the IB Diploma Programme website.
And that is exactly what Watson did.
“Watson made us realize how important it is to know what is going on around the world, [things] that are normally overlooked and to question our position in life,” stated Areej Itayem, a senior.
Outside of the classroom, Watson also impacted his students.
“He made me confident in myself and our mock trial team. Year upon year, he taught me to open my eyes to the world around me and stay surprised and happy at the world’s good things. He make me want to learn more, all the time,” senior Jahnavi Jagannath said.
Dr. Watson obviously affected the Class of 2014 in a variety of ways, and for that, we will be forever grateful to him.