Interview conducted and edited by Ava Mauntler (Class of 2027) and Delaney McCarthy (Class of 2027)
Mr. Mauntler, our second-grade teacher, has a wonderful way of making learning fun, meaningful, and exciting for his students. With his dedication to his students, he brings something special to the classroom each day. With the new school year underway, read below to learn more about Mr. Mauntler and his teaching career.
How many years have you been working here?
I have been working here for 27 years.
What is the best part about working at Onekama?
The best part is working with kids.
What's your favorite school lunch?
My favorite lunch is wet burrito.
How do you make learning fun?
I try to show the kids I care and be funny.
What is your favorite subject to teach?
My favorite subject to teach is probably science.
If you had to teach another grade, which would you teach?
I would teach third grade if I had to move.
What inspired you to become an elementary teacher?
I had a professor at Central Michigan that told me I should become a teacher after taking a couple local school classes on field trips.
What is your favorite memory from teaching?
My favorite memories are getting hugs from students and having my own children in class.
How do you think your students would describe you?
Funny and weird.
What is one thing you hope your students will always remember about you?
I hope they can always remember they can do it if they try and that I care about them.
Thank you for a personality-filled interview, Mr. Mauntler! Stay tuned for more OCS Yearbook’s interviews later this semester.