When it comes down to little green men, they have the ability to inspire greatness in one intrigued history teacher.
“Do or do not; there is no try, “says AP U.S. history teacher, Jason Myers, as he quoted one of the most well-known philosophers of our time: Yoda.
Among his most recent achievements, Myers has appropriated the position of Co-Sponsor for National Honor Society (NHS).
He assists AP English teacher Cindy Pino in running the organization. “I first approached administration last year because I knew I was going to need help, and Mr. Myers was one of the few who stepped up to the plate,” Pino explained.
Only in his third year of teaching at Perry, Myers decided it was time to give back to the school by taking up the intellectually associated club in order to help progressing scholars.
“I like working with students who have high standards and an interest in academics,” Myers acknowleged. “NHS offers that and the opportunity to serve the community.”
Among certain responsibilities Myers names off a few of his tasks: “organizing meetings, establishing charity opportunities, and overseeing some of the committees.”
One of the said committees was in charge of developing club t-shirts in order for NHS students to be recognized on and off school campus. He initially helped in designing and leading the decision-making process for the final product.
NHS Vice President, senior Natalie Robbins, conceded that she is happy with the way Myers is handling things for the club. “He has brought some spontaneity, and it’s interesting to get a male’s perspective of certain things,” Robbins said. Myers is the first male sponsor since PHS opened its doors in 2007.
Myers is now finding appropriate places for the society’s upcoming service projects, as well. “He is going to be heading our service project for the year called Feed our Starving Children,” Robbins explained.
Myers has an entertaining side as well as maintaining a serious countenance and professional manner. It seems to be keeping members amused and attentive during club discussions.
“He likes to jibe with us and it’s neat to learn and hear about his different views,” shared Robbins.
Although he teaches four AP classes, one on-level class, and solely advises the entire Model UN unit, Myers clarified his attitude toward the club as an additional obligation in a positive light.
“It may take up a lot of time out of my day-to-day life, but it’s worth it,” Myers said. “NHS is an important part of many students’ high school careers, and I want to make their high school experience the best it can be.
