Biography
Jim Bentz
English
MLL
Professional License
University attended and degree obtained
University or Utah (BS - Journalism/Mass Comm; University of Phoenix - M.Ed. (Education)
Certifications, awards, and/or other achievements
Distinguished Educator Award (2021), Athlos Academy Utah; nominated "Indie Ogden" Teacher of the Year (2015-2016)
What's your job/ class do you teach and/or sports you coach*
I will be teaching ELL Expanded Learning; Sports Journalism/Creative Writing; Language Arts 9.
Family (kids/ grandkids etc)*
I am married to a longsuffering woman named Linnea; I have two daughters, Ana (31) and Janicka (27).
Hometown*
I am originally from Anchorage, Alaska; however, I was more or less raised in Murray, Utah (Go Spartans!).
Hobbies *
I enjoy reading, writing, traveling, camping, playing ice hockey (old guys leagues).
favorite book*
The list is far too great to run down here.
favorite quote *
"Outside of a dog, a book is man's best friend; inside of a dog, it's too dark to read." (Groucho Marx)
Favorite sports team*
I'm a zealot for the Los Angeles Rams and the Colorado Avalanche (NHL)
Favorite part of being a Griffins?*
I'm new but, thus far, I'd have to say it's the friendly faculty/staff and the enthusiasm I sense for this coming school year.
what is your purpose for working at SLA*
To help our students overcome any fear and loathing they might feel for the English language.
teaching philosophy 2-3 sentences only please*
A teacher's job is three-fold: 1) to introduce students to truth and beauty; 2) to assist students in apprehending truth and beauty; and 3) to instill in them a desire to make truth and beauty regular parts of their lives.