Biography
Kayson Max
History
Boy's Basketball
Professional License
University(S) attended and degree obtained *
Utah Valley University / BS in Political Science with an emphasis on Public Policy Analysis / AS in History
Certifications, awards, and/or other achievements *
Nothing of note
What's your job/ class do you teach and/or sports you coach*
Teacher: US History, AP Human Geography, Business Office / Coach: Boys Basketball
Family (kids/ grandkids etc)*
Wife: Michelle Married in 2019 / Kid: Boston Born in 2021
Hometown*
Orem, UT
Hobbies *
Golf, Movies, Collecting Baseball Cards
favorite book*
To Kill a Mockingbird
favorite quote *
"I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have." — Thomas Jefferson
Favorite sports team*
Denver Broncos, Toronto Maple Leafs, Cincinnati Reds, Utah Jazz
Favorite part of being a Griffins?*
Small school size and the support the entire student body has for one another
what is your purpose for working at SLA*
Showing students that history isn't always obsolete and boring, that it is happening right now all around us
teaching philosophy 2-3 sentences only please*
I believe in using the Socratic method to stimulate critical thinking and facilitate deep understanding by encouraging students to question, discuss, and explore ideas actively. This approach fosters an engaging learning environment where students develop their own insights and take ownership of their educational journey.