MERLE HINKLE

 

Name: Mr. Hinkle
What subjects do you teach? I teach art  1, 2, 3, and 4.
Years at MacArthur? This is my third year here at Mac.
Years in education? 3 years
Have you taught at any schools prior to MacArthur?  If yes, please list them and how long you taught there No
Colleges attended and degrees earned? I have a Bachelors in Art and a minor in Physical Education.
What are some of your professional experiences? I have experience with hand sign painting and pin striping, auto body technician and refinishing, prosthetic, starter alternator/generator technician, interior/exterior design and painting, roofing, and concrete work, construction, remodeling, commercial and residential painting.
Do you coach or sponsor a club?  If yes, please list. No
Have you received any awards for teaching or coaching? In 2007, I received the "Friend of the Highlanders" award.
What got you interested in becoming a teacher? What got me interested in becoming a teacher is the fact that my wife has been a teacher for 22 years. Another reason for becoming a teacher is that I love high school students and I hope to share my experiences with them.
How do you keep your students motivated? I keep my students motivated by making each project involve problem solving, extrapolation of information and continued improvement of technique.

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