Mr. Jeff Shireman
Teacher Spotlight
by Shelby Butricks
October 22, 2008
Name:Jeff Shireman
Birthday:10/4/57
Where do you live:Pittsfield, Illinois
Where did you graduate from HS:Quincy High School
Where did you attend college: John Wood Community College, Western Illinois University
How many years have you been teaching:Eleven years
Current Duties & Responsibilities at PHGS:Dean of students, High School Head Girls Basketball Coach
Are you married:Yes Spouse’s Name: Susan Shireman
Children: none Grandchildren: none
Hobbies:fishing, mushroom hunting
Who or what inspired you to become a teacher? A former colleague at West Pike
What was your most memorable moment while teaching? A student at West Pike didn’t have a shirt for his senior picture so I gave him my shirt and tie for his Senior picture!
Do you think the new Accelerated. Math program? “ Any program that will help a student increase their personal Math scores is very beneficial.”
What is your favorite thing about teaching? Talking and listening to students
Quotes or mottos: Enjoy life while you can!
Do you think that having the students daily assignments on the school web site helps? “Yes. It not only helps the students but it helps parents keep track of their children's school work.”
What advice would you give other teachers about successful disciplinary strategies? “Be Patient.”
