• Hans Kivari, science teacher at Holly High School
Why did you want to become a teacher?
When I was in college, I worked at Camp Copneconic in Fenton taking kids on trips. On one of the trips, the campers were washing their breakfast dishes and I heard a scream. I ran over and the kids had found a large millipede and were scared of it. I picked it up and was able to teach the kids all about it. Watching them go from terrified to curious and amazed was an experience that I cherish and I’m glad I get to do that all the time teaching.
How do you motivate students?
I think the best way to motivate students is to get them involved in their learning. One of the ways I’ve seen the most success is by getting to know who my students are, what they like, and what they want to do when they graduate. I know not every one of my students is going to become a theoretical astrophysicist when they graduate but I hope they can still take the critical thinking and analytical skills that they learned with them.
Are you involved with any clubs/organizations?
I sponsor the Chess club and the Class of 2026 (this year’s freshman). I also tutor after school for students needing extra help in science.
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