This week for Hornet Spotlight we decided to interview Mr. Troutt otherwise known as Mr. T Swizzle. He is an eighth-grade social studies teacher who has also been a coach for our school’s Scholastic Bowl team since 2016-Present. And also, Eureka Middle School’s resident radical dude.
- What is your greatest achievement?
“Being married for 30 years.”
- What is your favorite thing about being a middle school teacher?
“Everyday is different, and the same.”
- What is your least favorite thing about being a middle school teacher?
“When I extend grace to a kid, they see it as a sign of weakness and try to take advantage of it.”
- What’s in your golf bag?
Taylor made irons, Big Bertha Woods, Odyssey putter, and Bridgestone golf balls.
- What is your favorite golf brand?
Taylor Made
- Who’s your favorite golfer?
Phil Mickelson
- What is your favorite college?
Flordia State Seminoles
- What is your favorite sport?
NASCAR
- Who is your favorite football player?
Joe Delaney
- Why do you want to teach?
“He is called for it”
- What is your biggest strength in teaching?
Building relationships with kids
- What is your biggest weakness in teaching?
Slightly disorganized
