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About Mr. J
About Mr. J
Mr. Jacobs resides in Elkhorn, Nebraska, with his wife, Kelly, who is employed by Tenaska Inc. He has two daughters, both graduates of Creighton University. His eldest daughter, Teagan, is in her third year of teaching as a third-grade teacher at Maternity BVM School in Chicago, Illinois. Mr. Jacobs’ sixth-grade students will continue their annual pen pal exchange with Teagan’s third-grade class this year, marking the third consecutive year of the partnership. His younger daughter, Brennan, serves as Director of Operations at Lumbridge Consulting, a Chicago-based data and artificial intelligence firm.
In his free time, Mr. Jacobs enjoys following Nebraska Cornhuskers football, volleyball, and basketball, as well as the Dallas Cowboys, Creighton Bluejays men's basketball, the Kansas City Royals, and the Boston Celtics.
Education
Education
Mr. Jacobs earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in 1992. He continued his education by earning a Master of Education with an emphasis in Educational Administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1998. Throughout his career, Mr. Jacobs has also completed several professional development courses through Chadron State College to further enhance his instructional knowledge and leadership skills.
Mr. Jacobs earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in 1992. He continued his education by earning a Master of Education with an emphasis in Educational Administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 1998. Throughout his career, Mr. Jacobs has also completed several professional development courses through Chadron State College to further enhance his instructional knowledge and leadership skills.
Teaching
Teaching
Mr. Jacobs is entering his 34th year in education. After graduating in December, he began his career as a long-term substitute teacher with Lincoln Public Schools. In 1993, he joined Yutan Elementary School, where he has proudly taught sixth grade ever since. Mr. Jacobs considers it a privilege to be part of the Yutan community and is grateful every day to be a member of the Yutan Tribe.
Mr. Jacobs is entering his 34th year in education. After graduating in December, he began his career as a long-term substitute teacher with Lincoln Public Schools. In 1993, he joined Yutan Elementary School, where he has proudly taught sixth grade ever since. Mr. Jacobs considers it a privilege to be part of the Yutan community and is grateful every day to be a member of the Yutan Tribe.
Coaching
Coaching
Throughout his career, Coach Jacobs has coached basketball, volleyball, cross country, junior high football, and track and field, where he has served as the clerk of the start at track meets. He currently serves as the middle school girls basketball coach and enjoys the opportunity to mentor student-athletes both on and off the court.
Throughout his career, Coach Jacobs has coached basketball, volleyball, cross country, junior high football, and track and field, where he has served as the clerk of the start at track meets. He currently serves as the middle school girls basketball coach and enjoys the opportunity to mentor student-athletes both on and off the court.
My Educational philosophy
My Educational philosophy
I believe students learn best when they feel comfortable, have fun, are appropriately challenged, and understand that it is okay to F.A.I.L.—First Attempt In Learning.
To create that environment, my classroom looks a little different from many others. Instead of relying on harsh fluorescent lighting, I use lamps to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and soft background music plays throughout the day. I incorporate a variety of instructional strategies and learning materials to engage students, meet diverse learning needs, and challenge them to reach their full potential.
I also believe that mistakes are an essential part of the learning process. When students experience a "F.A.I.L.," we work together to identify what went wrong, learn from the experience, and develop a deeper understanding of the concept. This approach encourages resilience, perseverance, and the confidence to keep trying. Students quickly learn that they are not expected to master everything on the first attempt, and that growth comes through effort, reflection, and persistence. I believe these are valuable life lessons that extend far beyond the classroom.
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