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By Mary Beth Martin
Rappahannock News Staff Writer
Every year the Woman’s Club of Culpeper nominates a teacher of the year from one of the nine schools in Culpeper to recognize as an outstanding educator. This year they chose John Norman from George Washington Carver-Piedmont Technical Education Center.
We chose him because he is, “the type of person you would want as a teacher,” said club member Marilyn Slate, who added that Norman goes beyond what is required to give the students self-esteem and support.
John Toth, director of Piedmont, cited Norman as the most outstanding teacher he has met in his 28-year career. He said Norman is a patient man who believes that he can make difference in the lives of young people. “Norman gladly takes on this challenge with compassion, discipline, caring and respect for his students. Not only does he teach them a highly marketable skill, but he convinces each student to believe in himself in the process,” he added.
The club wanted to give recognition to Norman now since Piedmont’s future is in jeopardy, Slate said. Norman, although reluctant to do an interview about himself, was enthusiastic when talking about Piedmont. One of the main things about Piedmont is that it is separate from other schools, he said. A lot of students who are making “F’s” get a chance to start over.
He added that having mainly boys in his class helps them to focus, so they are not trying to impress girls and they are less afraid of failing.
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