Cobblers Up Close: David Lock
David Lock’s winding road has led him to Central High School, where he now teaches computers and intro to engineering. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: David Lock
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Mrs. Mahoney Retires after 30 Years at Central
The long-time English teacher and grammar expert is retiring at the end of this school year. Continue reading Mrs. Mahoney Retires after 30 Years at Central
Former Cobblers’ Teacher Discusses Holding College Scoring Record
This week, former Cobbler teacher Kim Templeton’s career scoring record at BHSU is set to be broken, so the Pine Needle sat down with Mr. Templeton to ask his thoughts on the experience. Continue reading Former Cobblers’ Teacher Discusses Holding College Scoring Record
This Just In: Teachers Don’t Live at School
What do your teachers do when they’re not in an endless cycle of grading? These three staff members are prime examples of teachers with fascinating hobbies. Continue reading This Just In: Teachers Don’t Live at School
Cobblers Up Close: Jack Taylor
One of the newest additions to the Fine Arts Department is Mr. Taylor, an accomplished musician and very cool guy. This is the man behind the Tesla: Jack Taylor exposed. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Jack Taylor
Spanish Students Move to Third Teacher of the Year
Spanish students are trying to keep up with their changes of teacher. Continue reading Spanish Students Move to Third Teacher of the Year
Cobbler Teachers Persevering Through 2020
Teachers at Central have had a lot to adjust to in 2020, from distance learning to new curriculum to new learning management systems. What do they think about it all? Continue reading Cobbler Teachers Persevering Through 2020
Teachers Attempting to Bridge Distance
In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, Central’s teachers are attempting to bridge physical distance to reach their students; they’re also struggling with not being able to do what they normally do. Continue reading Teachers Attempting to Bridge Distance
Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Iverson
History teacher and football coach Erik Iverson discovered it’s possible to get paid to tell stories about Abraham Lincoln. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Iverson
Central High School Welcomes New Additions to Staff
14 new teachers have big shoes to fill following retirement of past teachers Continue reading Central High School Welcomes New Additions to Staff
Cobblers Up Close: Ms. Stephens
“I get to chat with 200 kids a day. That’s way better than sitting in front of a desk.” Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Ms. Stephens
Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Hicks
In addition to teaching world history, Dana Hicks has written two novels that have been published. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Hicks
Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Riggs
Lurking in the far reaches of the science wing in a lair plastered with movie-posters is a movie buff, sci-fi writer, and sometime walking bacon, Mr. Riggs. Meet this Real Life Hero, who has devoted his career to delivering students from the evils of physics confusion and despair. Continue reading Cobblers Up Close: Mr. Riggs
Mrs. Linde’s Family Gets Bigger
Welcome to the world Sawyer Jackson Linde! Continue reading Mrs. Linde’s Family Gets Bigger
Teachers Receive Significant Pay Increase
By Austin Lammers, Syndee Conroy, and Kaleb Hedman After six years of debate and failed propositions, the Rapid City Area School District has increased pay to its teachers and administration, taking effect at the beginning of this school year. South Dakota ranks last in the nation for average teacher salary, which stands just above $39,000 per year. It also averages last in entry-level teacher salary, which … Continue reading Teachers Receive Significant Pay Increase
Mr. Hagen Settles into Teaching Cobblers
by: Mary Root Mike Hagen is a new teacher at Central this year. He wanted to become a teacher because he has “always had a passion for helping kids achieve.” Whether it be academics or athletics, Hagen wanted to use his passion as a teacher. This is his fourth year coaching track at Central. He has also coached football for three years. Hagen is a … Continue reading Mr. Hagen Settles into Teaching Cobblers
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