Teachers Spotlight: Mr Bollan

With the dismissal of the Fruita-8/9 staff, many students are sad to see them go. Numerous teachers have left a huge impact on kids from all different backgrounds, helping them get through the struggles that come along in their lives. It's an amazing thing when kids can have a teacher or staff member they will go to when something is going on in their lives.

Mr. Bollan is a world history, geometry, and sports history teacher here at the 8/9. Before he started his teaching career of __ years he was in the Army for about ___ years.

Mr Bollan is not only seen as a teacher but as a friend through many of his students. Zoey Austin, a 9th grader, “He is a good teacher because you can talk to him about your problems and he’ll listen,”. It's not just Zoey who feels this way. If you ever take a peek in his classroom you can see multiple groups of kids hanging around talking about their personal lives. Sometimes you don't even need advice and all you need is a good listener whom you can trust. Mr. Bollan offers just that. 

He is just one of the favorite teachers here at the 8/9 who has left students with lessons, memories, and knowledge. Look forward to the upcoming issue or some of the other articles where we will feature more of your favorite teachers.