Story of an English Teacher in the Netherlands

Tomas Pollard

Origin

• Born in Tyler, Texas– Home of Peter Pan, Sandy Duncan– Rose Garden

• Grew up and live in Texas 30 years• Went to the Universities in Texas

Atheletic Abilities

• Jogging• Hammering• Drilling• Dish Washing (no dish washer)• Throwing American Football• Carrying Groceries• Biking

Teaching

• Teacher for 12 years• Students of all Ages, 17 to 62• Subjects

– ICT course– Writing – American Culture

Worst Students Ever

Hobbies

• Teaching Worst Students—See Picture• Practicing Atheletic Abilities• Reading• Working on Broken Bikes and Cars• Finding Screws on the Street• Listening to Podcasts

Family Fare

• Two Sons• Two Sisters• Mother • Seven Nephews or Nieces• Large Cousin Network• No Pets

Camping

• Eagle Scout• Active Scout till 18 years old (kicked out)• Philmont Trip for 2 weeks• Camping on Vacation sometimes

Writing Goals

• Teaching ESL Writing• Writing Novel• List of ESL Writing Assignments

Summary

• Texan Origin-whatever that means• Diverse Atheletic Abilities and Hobbies• Teacher of 12 Years• Worst Students Ever this Year• Likes to Camp• Has Goals and Family