Teaching is an exhausting yet exciting way to show students just how awesome the world is, and how awesome it can be through Science! Once students reach 9th Grade, their opportunities for Science classes increase significantly, as do their opportunities to pick a science that aligns with their own interests.
I teach 3 Courses in 9th Grade Science at WJMS, in Jordan School District Utah. The courses I teach and more information about each of those courses can be found on the "What I Teach" tab at the top of this site. I also am an After School Coordinator for one of the largest Public Middle School programs in the state, and you can see some of my resources on this site as well.
I hope you and your child enjoy this school year, and feel free to always check in and see what fun things we are learning about! @MrHolmesEDU on Instagram and TikTok and this website will be updated with the latest and greatest our young minds have to offer!
Mr. Andrew Holmes
Biology, Marine Biology, and Earth/Space Instructor
After School Site Coordinator
West Jordan Middle School - Jordan School District
Andrew.Holmes@jordandistrict.org
Who Am I?
Science excites me, and helping my students get excited about the possibilities of Science keeps me teaching everyday! I earned my Bachelors of Science (Biology) from Brigham Young University - Idaho in 2019 and have continued to increase my education since then, so that I can continue teaching the new classes that are available at my school and the grades I teach!
Since the beginning of the 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic, I have continued to earn additional endorsements, professional development, and working with dozens of educators to find the best ways we can teach our material to students in a hybrid setting. This opportunity this been an eye opening experience for me as I experiment with new technology and do my best to give a full and exciting experience regardless of how you are taking my class!
Having lived in 2 Countries, 7 States, and fluent in English and Spanish, I do my best to incorporate backgrounds of all diversities in my teaching. From my original home in California and having spent a few years in Peru, my students have a well-rounded appreciation for the world they live in. Science, Scientists, Virtual Field Trips, and even background Music in my classroom are all inspired by my travels and my students who make my class the best place to be!
Mr. Holmes Teaching Qualifications:
Bachelors of Science (Biology) - Brigham Young University: Idaho
Masters of Educational Leadership (Administration) at Brigham Young University
Biology Content Endorsement (Level 2)
Earth Science Content Endorsement (Level 2)
Middle Level Science Endorsement
Health Science Endorsement
ESL (English Second Language) Endorsement
Spanish Speaking Teacher helping students who are learning English and School simultaneously
Flinn Scientific Safety Certification (2018)
Want To See In Mr. Holmes Classroom?
Check out his Instagram posts below!! @MrHolmesEDU