Physical education teacher biography

          I received my masters degree in education from St. Bonaventure University in I started my career in Olean, teaching elementary physical education in

        1. I decided to become a physical education teacher because my childhood is filled with many memories of enjoyment while being active.
        2. Physical Education Teacher Hello!
        3. My name is Doug Gates and I am currently a physical education teacher in the Franklin Local School District.
        4. PE Teacher.

          5. Physical Education Teacher Hello!!

          Mission Statement

          I have been teaching in the Neshaminy School District since 1991.  I've taught

          at Carl Sandburg, Poquessing Middle School, Samuel Everitt, Walter Miller,

          the high school, and kindergarten physical education  at Hoover.  This year I'm back at Sandburg for the first period of the day.  My assignment is sixth grade health and co-teaching sixth grade physical education.   I've been around the

          district to say the least. Teaching in the elementary schools is so much fun.  Watching

          our students go from kindergarten through fourth grade and being able to see their

          success in the classroom is very rewarding. 

           

          I received my teaching certification from East Stroudsburg University in 1985 and my  masters degree in Health Education from West Chester University in 1989.  While in  college I swam competitively.  In my spare time I enjoy a variety of outdoor activities.  I e