NAME:
Frank Coble
SCHOOL:
Mustang Creek Elementary
CLASS:
Fifth grade
SCHOOL PHONE:
405-324-4567
I have been teaching children, many of whom have become life-long friends,
for forty-three years. Each year is a new challenge. The new individuals'
families create an entirely new "family" for the current school year. Being
unique individuals, each brings his/her own personality to the class. (It
is similar to a Mulligan Stew: All ingredients alter the flavor.)
My college education began at Connors Junior College in Warner, OK, East
Central State University in Ada, OK, for my BS and MT, and University of
Oklahoma for post-graduate work.
My twenty years in Mustang began after twenty-three years in the
Oklahoma City School District. It has been my pleasure working in three of
the six Mustang schools. Without a doubt, this one is far superior! The
quality of faculty, staff, parents, and students is far and above the rest.
That is my honest opinion!
One of my favorite activities during the school year is being on the
soccer field with a large number of kids who simply want to have fun. Having
bus duty every morning gives me a chance to see each child daily. I have made
many friends every year because of this.
My home town of Owasso, Oklahoma, is just north of Tulsa. My major
activities were music related. The Pride of Owasso has grown considerably
and
is a competitor of the Mustang Nightriders.
My mother was born there in 1921 and lived there most of her life. My dad
built our home there in 1948. With only a fourth grade education, he taught
himself more than most people will learn in a lifetime.
Currently, my wife, Shirley, and I live with Molly, a rescued bassett,
and
and a few dozen fish in our two water gardens. Outdoor work is a pleasure
for me. Taking a few minutes to relax and look at our backyard oasis off
May Avenue is simply a joy.
Shirley is the executive director (26 years) for Volunteers for Animal
Welfare, Inc. Her knowledge of state laws has gained her state-wide praise
and compliments from local and state officials in the Legislature.
My son, Camden, and his family live nearby. He and his wife, Michelle,
are the proud parents of Paige, age 7, and Tanner, age 5.
During my spare time, I still enjoy reading a good western novel,
especially by Louis L'Amour. My collection numbers at least 75 of his works.
Basically, I am just a small-town guy who landed a teaching job in
Oklahoma's Capital. Jeans and boots are still in my closet and are
frequently
worn.
I wish for each child to know that they are loved and cherished by the time
they leave my class. My mission is to do my best to inform them the best
way I know how and expect only the same from them. I will give my best, and
I expect their best in return.
My motto: Your World Is As Big As You Make It. Make it huge!
Learn to read, and read to learn.
You are responsible for your own actions.
Follow the Golden Rule.
