CHS's Rick Brown Named Teacher of the Year

Woodshop teacher Rick Brown has been named the District’s 2011-12 Teacher of the Year.  

The Teacher of the Year selection process is rigorous and comprehensive. A committee led by Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Torrie Norton visited the finalists’ sites to conduct classroom observations and teacher interviews.

Norton states, “The selection process is always challenging, as we are fortunate to have a cadre of inspiring, dedicated educators, K-12. Each site’s Teacher of the Year demonstrates exceptional professional skills and personal traits. This year’s best of the best is Rick Brown.”

Carlsbad High Principal Matt Steitz, Ed.D., says, “CHS is extremely proud that Mr. Brown has been recognized for this high honor. His woodshop class is one of the icons of Carlsbad High School.” 

Having spent 25 of his 37 years in the profession at CHS, Brown knows his stuff. Students call him inspirational, saying he makes the atmosphere not only educational but entertaining. “Education should be fun,” Brown believes.

2011-12 CUSD Site Teachers of the Year:

•          Aviara Oaks Elementary                Gina Garcia
•          Aviara Oaks Middle                       Whitney Hauck-Wood (Finalist)
•          Buena Vista Elementary                Jennifer Taunt
•          Calavera Hills Elementary              Christine Kunkel
•          Calavera Hills Middle                     Sharon Walsh
•          Carlsbad High School                    Rick Brown (Teacher of the Year)
•          Carlsbad Village Academy              Nicole Moersch
•          Hope Elementary                          Deanna Goddard
•          Jefferson Elementary                     Eileen Peer
•          Kelly Elementary                           Tracy Marks
•          Magnolia Elementary                     Jackie Sewell
•          Pacific Rim Elementary                  Kathe Fox (Finalist)
•          Poinsettia Elementary                    Lillian Hebert        
•          Valley Middle School                      Mia Lewis

–Press Release by CUSD