Dean Boronyak

State:

Pennsylvania

Testimonial from a participant:

“Dean’s classes are informative as well as fun while in a relaxed environment. Many of the ideas and activities obtained from his instruction can be easily implemented into my classes.” -M.H., New Castle, PA

PLS Courses I Teach:

• Meaningful Activities to Generate Interesting Classrooms
• Building Communications and Teamwork in the Classroom

Year started with PLS:

2006

Why I love teaching PLS courses:

I like the fact that the PLS courses are filled with practical content to aid educators. I also feel PLS courses are structured so the instructors as well as the students are able to share teaching strategies and ideas.

Education:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Health and Physical Education K-12 – Slippery Rock University
• Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction – Gannon University

Teaching Experience:

• I have been teaching at Seneca Valley since 2001. I have taught health and physical education classes grades 1-6, including adapted and life skills classes.

Related experience, recognition, awards, etc.:

Received Nominations for the Teacher Excellence Award
Physical Education Department Chair
7th Grade Football Coach
Organize and run after school Intramural program
Member of the Developmental Team that wrote Physical Education Curriculum

What I love most about teaching:

Putting a smile on students’ faces!

My favorite moment in teaching:

When a parent sent me a card that said, “Throughout your life you may be fortunate enough to have a teacher that really makes a difference and touches your life. Mr. Boronyak was certainly that teacher for my son as well as many other students.” Seneca Valley Parent