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The Modern Educator series seeks to highlight the individuals who have dedicated their lives to improving education. You motivate us. You inspire us. We salute you.
This month's Modern Educator is Mr. Stoney Rogers from the Pascagoula-Gautier School District in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Stoney never fails to brighten our day with a joke and a smile. Here's to you, Stoney!
Robert Reeder: What is your position at Pascagoula-Gautier School District?
Stoney Rogers: I’m the Technology Integration Specialist.
RR: How long have you been in education?
SR: Eight years. I loved school so much I didn’t want to leave.
RR: It’s great to hear genuine affection for education. It’s certainly a difficult field of work. Is there anything you would change, if you could?
SR: I would love to see people respect the profession more.
RR: No doubt. Ok, given the choice of anyone in the world, who would you want as a dinner guest?
SR: Jimmy Fallon.
RR: He’s a fantastic interviewer. I’m sure he’d ask you about accomplishments. What is your greatest accomplishment in life?
SR: Marrying my wife and having 4 beautiful children.
RR: That’s awesome. Shout-out to the Rogers family!! One last question: What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?
SR: Do what you love, and the rest will come.
RR: Good advice, indeed. Thanks for your time and effort, Stoney! We appreciate your efforts and enthusiasm!
