September 2014 Renaissance Teacher of the Month: Mr. Brian Gruber

Each month the TAHS Renaissance Club chooses to honor a teacher or staff member for their contributions to the school community

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TEN THINGS WE LOVE ABOOUT MR. GRUBER:

  • His witty stories
  • His sense of humor
  • His “rebelistic” aroma
  • His sarcasm
  • He is funny and entertaining
  • His detailed, artistic drawings
  • His strong teaching style
  • His beloved overhead projector
  • His catchy laugh
  • His sense of adventure

EE: What inspired you to become a teacher?

BG: I tutored physics in college and I enjoy being able to explain physics to those who do not understand it.

EE: How long have you been teaching?

BG: I have taught physics and chemistry for 17 years.

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

BG: All of my favorite teaching has been done at Tyrone.

EE: What is your favorite memory as a teacher?

BG: I remember all the students that I have taught over the years.

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

BG: If I were not teaching I would be working a manual labor job, like drilling gas wells, farming, or commercial fishing.

EE: Where did you attend high school?

BG: I went to Penn Hills High School.

EE: Where did you attend college?

BG: I attended Grove City College for two years then I transferred to Shippensburg University.

EE: What is you’re favorite movie?

BG: Some of my favorite movie’s include Man on Fire, Rad, and Spy Game.

EE: What is your favorite book?

BG: My favorite book is The Yellow Jersey, It motivates me to ride my bike.

EE: What is your favorite sport and sports team?

BG: Cycling is my favorite sport, but I’m also a fan of Pittsburgh’s sports teams. I grew up in Pittsburgh area.