We are welcoming six (6) new faculty and administrators to the IC Catholic Prep family this school year. In the following series, we are sharing short bios about each individual. Today let’s meet Mr. Alex Schluter.
Question: I teach/work in education because…
Alex: I teach because I believe learning leads to growth and success. I would like to help my students find joy and value in learning as a tangible gift that they carry with them for the rest of their lives. I enjoy learning from kids as well. As we grow older we sometimes forget to listen to the inner child in all of us. Teaching and being surrounded by young minds helps me to remember that.
Q: What inspires you about teaching?
Alex: I am inspired by the diverse group of students and the faculty that surround me. The different characters make me smile throughout the day (although my students cannot see it). The array of identities and personalities keep me grounded, allow me to be more human and help me to connect with everyone. I hope to positively alter the trajectory of every student who takes one of my classes.
Q. Please share a quote from someone that inspires you, gives you strength and describe why when you reflect on the words.
Alex:
“I believe in living.
I believe in birth.
I believe in the sweat of love
and in the fire of truth.
And i believe that a lost ship,
steered by tired, seasick sailors,
can still be guided him
to port.”
-Assata Shakur
This poem written by Assata Shakur touches on many essential elements of the world. Living is what makes us human, love takes work, and truth is the most powerful force. Everyone is capable of redemption and even the lost and the broken can be made whole through love and truth.
Q: In your brief tenure with IC Catholic Prep, what impresses you the most? Why?
Alex: I have been incredibly impressed by the kindness from the Teachers and Faculty at IC Catholic Prep. Whenever I have a question to ask or need help with anything, I only need to find the nearest person. Everyone is willing to help me become a better educator.
Q: Undergraduate Degree, Major, School
Alex: Bachelor of Sciences, Economics Major, Math and Physics Minors, Hamilton College