The Tyrone School community voted Mr. Owens as teacher of the month for January.  Some of the reasons given by students for this award are as follows:

• Sportin’ for the school
• Swag
• Athleteticism
• Great teaching ability
• Your pal Mr. Coleman
• Good looks!
• Sarcastic behavior
• Smilin’ self
• Your skittle buying
• Helpfulness

Eagle Eye: What inspired you to become a teacher?

Owens: I enjoyed working with students and also sports. Teaching Physical Education was a no-brainer for me. I couldn’t ask for a better career!

EE: How long have you been teacher?

Owens: 4 years

EE: Have you always taught at Tyrone? If not, where else have you taught?

Owens: I did a long term sub position at Jersey Shore. Tyrone has always been my permament job.

EE: What is your favorite memeber as a teacher?

Owens: Recieving the phone call from Dr. Miller informing me that I was hired…it was such a relief!

EE: If you weren’t teaching right now, what would you be doing?

Owens: I have always wanted to be a pilot. If I wasn’t teaching, I would love to be a pilot.

EE: Where did you attend high school?

Owens: Tyrone

EE: Where did you go to college?

Owens: Penn State University and Lock Haven University

EE: What is your favorite movie?

Owens: Braveheart

EE: What is your favorite book?

Owens: ” The Last Lecture”

EE: What is your favorite sport and sports team?

Owens: I love football. OAKLAND RAIDERS!