Parent Teacher Magazine Gaston County Public Schools May/June 2017 | Page 5

Star Student Maren East Forestview High School Star Student Maren East is no longer intimidated by writing DBQs or document-based question essays, thanks to her Star Teacher John Hall. “Coach Hall’s attitude is part of what makes his challenging courses possible. He sets his expectations high, knowing that his students are capable of reaching these standards. Star Student Johnny Norton Stuart W. Cramer High School engineering teacher Johnny Norton provides the perfect balance in the classroom, says Star Student Connor Paschall. “He allows us the freedom to experiment and learn by ourselves, but provides enough of a guiding hand toward the correct direction so we learn properly.” And, Mr. Norton brings positivity to everything he does. EYES COME IN ALL SHAPES, SIZES AND COLORS. We take care of them all. Star Student Madison Knowles Gaston Early College High School Star Student Madison Knowles credits her Star Teacher Laura Sexton for helping her to “come out of my shell and blossom.” Madison says, “I struggled with self- confidence. My mindset was that I was a mediocre student, but to Mrs. Sexton, I was a star,” and it made all the difference. Best Ophthalmologist / Optometrist Best Hearing Aid Center Best Optician • Best Eyewear Center Best Receptionist • Best Customer Service 2325 Aberdeen Blvd, Gastonia, NC Star Student Christopher Turner Bessemer City High School Star Student Christopher Turner sees his elementary school teacher as a star. “He was the first teacher to really show me that it was OK to have fun while learning … this idea of making learning fun has helped me tremendously during my time in school.” That’s one reason why Sadler Elementary’s Bob Felker is a Star Teacher. 820 Lower Dallas Hwy, Dallas, NC 704-853-3937 704-922-9808 www.gastoneye.com • Like us on facebook Accredited by GN-108998 Parent Teacher Magazine• May/June • 3