Allen Archie

I love making music fun, and especially fooling the kids into learning.

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Tell us why you became a teacher

I was smart. I could've chosen any field, earned loads of money. But I decided to go for a job that raises my spirits rather than my pocketbook. Teaching music and making kids laugh brings me joy.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

There's so many memorable moments, that I've forgotten most of them. I suppose one good one is running a band rehearsal while only saying "I am Groot."

What would you do with the $25,000?

Put it into the bank, and use it to help with buying a house. I've been teaching for 27 years, and my wife and I still live in an apartment. We need to find a house that she can navigate with her unique handicapped issues.

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