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By Ethan Harrigan – Sports Editor

Mr. Koorejian began teaching in 1993 and has been a science teacher at Jonathan Law ever since. He is currently teaching the Living Earth for Freshmen and AP Biology for upperclassmen. Sports Editor Ethan Harrigan interviewed Koorejian about his career, his time at Law, and his thoughts on this year.

Ethan Harrigan: What are your feelings on this school year? 

Mr. Koorejian: Good to be back in person learning…total distance learning was awful. No contact with kids means you really can’t connect… with academics, personality or even the passion of your subject

EH: How has COVID changed the way you teach?  

MK: Definitely more electronic alternatives that have been explored and better manipulation of software, Google Classroom.  You truly learn by doing and without us going total virtual, i definitely would not have picked up on lots of newer technology stuff. 

EH: What are your interests/hobbies outside of school?  

MK: Photography, gardening, golfing, and skiing.

EH:What is your favorite class to teach and why? 

MK: All of my classes are “fun” to teach.  I’m not sure I would pick a favorite because if it has to do with Life Science then it’s a favorite….if it’s Chemistry then that’s another story..

EH: What is your favorite part about teaching?  

MK: Connecting with students (…in person…) and hopefully opening up their minds to the beauty and endless possibilities that are found in Science. School should be a fun (and safe) place to go and I look forward, each year, to providing that opportunity.