I'm Mr Pond, a fifth grade teacher at Maroa-Forsyth Grade School.  I have taught science for many years in junior high.  Most of my years were in sixth grade.   This is my third year at Maroa-Forsyth Grade School.   I was born and raised in Clinton.  From there, I went to Southern Illinois University-Carbondale to major in Architecture.  It didn't take me long to realize that was not something I wanted to be doing for the rest of my life.  I graduated, got married, and moved back to central Illinois to be closer to my family.  

My family and I have been in this community for many years, and I love teaching here.  My wife manages a medical office in the Decatur area, and my son is a 5th grader this year!  We love to travel as a family and take many weekend trips to Chicago or St. Louis.  We love to try new restraunts and have family adventures.  My wife and I also own a small photography business where we take photographs for weddings.   During my free time, I enjoy hanging out with friends, sitting by the pool, reading a book, and playing with electronics.  

I'm looking forward to another great year at Maroa-Forsyth Grade School this year!