Full Name
Michael Hatch

Where (school and city) do you teach?
Prosper High School in Prosper

How many years have you been advising publications?
6

How many students are involved in your media program at your school?
20 (broadcast news), 10 (radio)

Most unusual item in/on your desk?
An emotional support pickle received from my wife at church this past Sunday.

Favorite deadline snack?
Cheddar cracker Combos

Favorite journalism-related website?
Snopes

Three words students use to describe you?
Focused, determined, humerous

Last great book you read?
“Me” by Elton John

If you could go anywhere on vacation, where would it be?
New Hampshire

Why is journalism important?
Because it puts a light on the truth.

What’s the biggest struggle you’ve had to overcome as a teacher?
Worry: about the kids, deadlines, etc.

Who are your biggest influencers as a teacher?
Ms. Zarin: by middle school and high school music/chorus teacher: she was tough…but BOY did she love us!

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