Logan-Rogersville R-VIII

It's Wildcat Wednesday! Every Wednesday, we will spotlight a member of the LR Wildcat family.

This week we are introducing you to Dan Evans!

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Job Title:
Middle School Social Studies Teacher and High School Volleyball Assistant Coach

Tell us about your family:
I am married to my wife, Laura, who teaches special education in Springfield. We have three daughters: Jessica, who teaches here in Logan Rogersville; Katie, who is an autism specialist for Springfield Schools; and Sarah, who works with visually impaired special education students for Springfield Schools. We also have 5 grandchildren. Tank is my dog, he is a two-year old white boxer. If you see him, please do not tell him he’s a dog; he thinks he’s a person.

How long have you been a teacher/worked in education?
Believe it or not, this is my 49th year.

What makes you passionate about education?
The lifelong impact teachers and coaches have on students is tremendous. Watching students grow to be successful adults has been special.

What is your must-have classroom item?
Snacks-for me!

If you had to choose a different grade/subject to teach, what would it be?
High School Economics and Current Events

What is something about you that might surprise people?
I was kissed on the forehead by a President of the United States

What is one item on your bucket list?
Drive across the country without using any inter-state highways, traveling through small towns.

We’re so glad to have you on the Wildcat team, Dan!