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Strategies for Success: Mr. Klingner

August 29, 2018

Letter of Introduction from Mr. Klingner Dear Parents, Students, and other interested parties: I would like to introduce myself as a high school special education teacher as well as junior high girls’ basketball and JH track coach. In addition I also help students with employment opportunities through the work experience program. Also, I spend time volunteering with the Booster Club so if you need some Midget gear or have any ideas let me know. It is hard to believe as a graduate of Putnam Co R1 Schools that I will already be entering my 15th year of teaching 13 of those years spent teaching in this district. A little about myself I grew up in Putnam County then attended the University of Missouri and obtained agriculture degree, but I decided education is what I really wanted to do so I enrolled in a teacher's certification program and now have completed my masters/specialists program through William Woods University. I have four kids Hollister, Cabryn, Piper, and Ridley. My wife Michele coaches recreation cheerleading and tumbling. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, coaching and going to sporting events, and showing cattle. One of the main reasons I enjoy teaching is the interaction with the students and helping them learn and achieve in the classroom and athletics. I believe in today’s increasing technology environment it’s still important to have the social skills, adaptability, and a strong work ethic to be successful. If you ever have questions for me feel free to get ahold of me. Thanks and looking forward to another year. Sincerely, Matt Klingner 947-3361 ext. 373 or mklingner@putnamcountyr1.net Class Schedule for 2018-2109 school Year Period 1. Plan/Work experience 2. CWC Biology 3. CWC Algebra A 4. Strategies 5. CWC Algebra B 6. CWC Language Arts 2 7. Strategies 8. CWC Government