Anthony Akmakjian

It's a way for me to give back to the community by creating a fun learning environment for my students, and show them Science can be fun!

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Tell us why you became a teacher

I enjoy helping students/peers reach their “aha moment”, when all of a sudden all the ideas come together and it makes sense. It’s the most rewarding feeling in the world, knowing that you made a difference in someone’s understanding.

Tell us about your most memorable teaching experience

My favorite moments teaching is when I was teaching students about convection, and I called on volunteers to assist with the convection tube and chimneys demonstration. I felt like Bill Nye!

What would you do with the $25,000?

I would use some of it towards renovating my house. Invest some of it,buy some classroom supplies, and send my parents on a nice vacation.

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