Mrs. Jacque Penstone
Teacher Spotlight
by Craig Stauffer and Keenan Latham
September 24, 2008
Name: Jacque Penstone
Birthday: Oct. 25, 1958
Where do you live: Pittsfield
Where did you graduate from HS: West Pike
Where did you attend college: John Wood, Quincy University
How many years have you worked at the school: less than 1 year
How many years have you been teaching: 14 years
Current Duties & Responsibilities at PHGS: 6th – 8th Sp. Ed. teacher
Are you married: Spouse’s Name:
Yes Bruce Penstone
Children: (Names&Ages)
1 Kylee 18
Hobbies:
Golf, Bridge, and Flower Gardening
Who or what inspired you to pursue your career?
I enjoy working with children and helping them to be all they can be!
What was your most memorable moment while teaching?
I think there are many memorable moments when you are a teacher. The moments I enjoy the most are when I have a student who lacks motivation to do well in school, and I can work with that child to turn things around so they want to achieve and do better.
What was your most embarrassing time while teaching?
I stood on my rolling desk chair in high heels to retrieve a poster. It shot out from under me like a rocket, slammed into the wall while I was slammed onto the floor. I hi my head on my computer table and was sent to the emergency room where I received 5 staples in my head.
What is your favorite thing about your job?
I enjoy watching kids mature through their Jr. High years and all the growing they do mentally and physically.
Quotes or mottos: Always do your best!
