Name: Danny L. Thurman

Subject: English ( English IV; Mythology, ACT prep)

Number of Years Teaching: 40.

High School Attend: Surgoinsville High School

College Attended: Emory & Henry College, Union College, and ETSU

Degrees held: B. A., M. A., and M. S.

Why did you choose to become a teacher? I became a teacher by mere chance, but I remained a teacher because I liked my subject, my colleagues, and my students.

What is the most challenging part about teaching? I have a difficult time with the non-educational parts of my job: potty duty, bus duty, Falcon time, and curriculum workshops.

As a teacher, what are the most important qualities that a student should possess to achieve success? The student should have an unquenchable desire to know more.

Your advice to the upcoming freshman: It is never too early to plan to be successful.

What is the best way for your students to communicate with you?I prefer talking with me face to face.