A few facts about Mr. Batchelor:

• I was born in Carbondale, Illinois, a town mostly know for SIU and the Salukis.
• I graduated from Whitney M. Young Magnet High School.
• I earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Mathematics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
• I received my Illinois teacher certification through Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago.
• I hold a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
• I enjoy tasty food and eating at restaurants, so if you need gift ideas ... you are welcome.
• This is my 6th year at Skinner West Elementary School.