Mrs. Becky Howland
Teacher Spotlight
by Julia Kinne, Hailey McElfresh, and Keenan Latham
October 16, 2008
Name: Mrs. Becky Howland
Birthday: May 30, 1954
Where do you live: Rural Pleasant Hill
Where did you graduate from HS: Pittsfield High School
Where did you attend college: Hannibal LaGrange, William Jewell College, and Quincy University
How many years have you worked at the school: 22 years
Current Duties & Responsibilities at PHGS: Teach 7th grade literature, test coordinator, supervise all home games ( 5th – 8th), Plan awards banquet in the spring, supervise the lunch room, plan & rehearse 8th grade promotion, responsible for 8th grade concession, and assist with any other duties as assigned when the dean of students and superintendent are not on campus.
Are you married: Yes Spouse’s Name: Merle
Children: (Names & Ages) Matt-32 and Richie-30
Grandchildren: Mason 3
Hobbies: gardening, sewing, reading
Who or what inspired you to pursue your career? The former Sunday school teachers, the fact that I love kids, and that when I was a little girl I was always playing school.
What was your most memorable moment while working here? I won KHQA Excellent Educator and Wal- Mart Teacher of the Year, and Those who Excel Award of the Special Recognition for the state of Illinois Teacher of the Year.
What was your most embarrassing time while working here? When I was giving a pep talk at the beginning of the Year and used the wrong word.
What is your favorite thing about your job? My favorite thing about teaching is the students, having the privilege of challenging students, and watching their faces when they grasp concepts.
Why do you think the John Wood Talent Search is so important? It promotes education past high school, exposes you to the fine arts, gives you the options of a tutor, teaches about study skills, pure pressure, and good choices. Also in high school you get to go on college trips. The John Wood Talent Search also helps kids find a scholarship. The best thing about it is it’s free!
