Jon-Mychal Bowman
Jon-Mychal Bowman is a graduate of BTR’s Cohort 4 and is currently a third-year math/science teacher at the Lilla G. Frederick Pilot Middle School in Dorchester.
A native of Baltimore, Jon-Mychal graduated from Columbia University and lived and worked in New York City for 11 years. His love of sports/fitness and experiences with coaching and instruction led him to Boston to pursue a teaching career with BTR. Outside of the classroom, Jon-Mychal is a talented artist and has been featured in print-making exhibitions.
About my students:
In my experience I have noticed that 6th Grade students have the unique characters of intelligence, wit, self-awareness, and curiosity that makes everyday a welcome adventure.
About BTR:
The cohort model always sticks out as the best part of BTR. For me, it has provided very powerful relationships built on shared values, commitment, and experiences. The bonds that were built during residency continue to grow inside and and outside of the the classroom.
In My Previous Life:
In my previous life, I taught others how to meet their personal, physical fitness goals. Now, I teach others how to reach specific academic, personal, social and emotional goals.
Favorite Thing in the World To Do:
Running outside.
Random thought:
Patience.
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12.06.09 - Tell Me What You Want…
...What You Really, Really Want.”
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