story of an english teacher in the netherlands.2007octo
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Story of an English Teacher in the Netherlands
Tomas Pollard
Origin
• Born in Tyler, Texas– Home of Peter Pan, Sandy Duncan– Rose Garden
• Grew up and live in Texas 30 years• Went to the Universities in Texas
Atheletic Abilities
• Jogging• Hammering• Drilling• Dish Washing (no dish washer)• Throwing American Football• Carrying Groceries• Biking
Teaching
• Teacher for 12 years• Students of all Ages, 17 to 62• Subjects
– ICT course– Writing – American Culture
Worst Students Ever
Hobbies
• Teaching Worst Students—See Picture• Practicing Atheletic Abilities• Reading• Working on Broken Bikes and Cars• Finding Screws on the Street• Listening to Podcasts
Family Fare
• Two Sons• Two Sisters• Mother • Seven Nephews or Nieces• Large Cousin Network• No Pets
Camping
• Eagle Scout• Active Scout till 18 years old (kicked out)• Philmont Trip for 2 weeks• Camping on Vacation sometimes
Writing Goals
• Teaching ESL Writing• Writing Novel• List of ESL Writing Assignments
Summary
• Texan Origin-whatever that means• Diverse Atheletic Abilities and Hobbies• Teacher of 12 Years• Worst Students Ever this Year• Likes to Camp• Has Goals and Family