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| Winter 2016 |
First Name: Aaron
Last Name: Riedl (rhymes with "beetle")
College:
Concordia University | Portland, OR
- M.A. in Teaching; Endorsed in Math and Science
Seattle Pacific University | Seattle, WA
- B.A. in Biology; B.A. in Sociology
Concordia University | Portland, OR
- M.A. in Teaching; Endorsed in Math and Science
Seattle Pacific University | Seattle, WA
- B.A. in Biology; B.A. in Sociology
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| We ❤️ Starbucks & Bubble Tea! |
West Hills Christian School | Portland, OR | 5th Grade | 2012-Present
Ontario Middle School | Ontario, OR | 8th Grade Math | 2011-12
Walt Morey Middle School | Troutdale, OR | 8th Grade Math/Science (long-term sub) | 2010-11
Lewis Elementary School | Portland, OR | 5th Grade (student teacher) | 2010
King School | Portland, OR | 8th Grade Math (student teacher) | 2010
My Roles at WHCS
- Fifth Grade Teacher
Site Council Chairperson(taking a break)Student Council Advisor(taking a break)Ultimate Frisbee Club Leader(taking a break)
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| Nolan Zachary (6.5 years old) |
GREEN!
Favorite School Subjects
Math, Science, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, PE, Art, Technology, Drama, Lunch, Recess, well pretty much everything!
Math, Science, Reading, Writing, Social Studies, PE, Art, Technology, Drama, Lunch, Recess, well pretty much everything!
Favorite Sports
Baseball, Ultimate Frisbee, Football, Soccer, Basketball, Biking, Running, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Swimming
Baseball, Ultimate Frisbee, Football, Soccer, Basketball, Biking, Running, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Swimming
Favorite Sports Teams
Cleveland Indians, PDX Timbers & Thorns, PDX Trail Blazers, Oregon Ducks, Seattle Seahawks
Cleveland Indians, PDX Timbers & Thorns, PDX Trail Blazers, Oregon Ducks, Seattle Seahawks
Favorite Movies
Predator, The Incredibles, October Sky, School of Rock, Legally Blonde
Predator, The Incredibles, October Sky, School of Rock, Legally Blonde
Favorite Books
Narnia series, Harry Potter series, The Giver, Woof, Horizon, Wonder, The Cay
Narnia series, Harry Potter series, The Giver, Woof, Horizon, Wonder, The Cay
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| Delaney Ruth (4.5 years old) |
SmarterEveryDay, MinuteEarth, Fine Bros, SlowMoGuys, brusspup, Dude Perfect, Casey Neistat
Favorite Music
Boston, Muse, Switchfoot, Climber, Bob Marley, Led Zeppelin, Jars of Clay
Boston, Muse, Switchfoot, Climber, Bob Marley, Led Zeppelin, Jars of Clay
Favorite Board/Card Games
Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, Qwirkle, Texas Hold 'Em, Scrabble, Uno
Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, Qwirkle, Texas Hold 'Em, Scrabble, Uno
Favorite Android Apps
Minecraft PE, Osmos HD, Threes, Smash Hit, Duolingo, Chromecast, Chrome Remote Desktop, Timely
Minecraft PE, Osmos HD, Threes, Smash Hit, Duolingo, Chromecast, Chrome Remote Desktop, Timely
Favorite Candy
Boston Baked Beans, Smarties, PEZ, Dum-Dums, Airheads, Tootsie Roll Pops
Boston Baked Beans, Smarties, PEZ, Dum-Dums, Airheads, Tootsie Roll Pops
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| Eva Joy (2 years old) |
"Fair is not giving everyone the same thing, fair is giving people what they need." --Leslie Broun
"How can you have any pudding if you don't eat your meat?" --Pink Floyd, from Another Brick in the Wall
"Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle." --Plato
"Laziness means more work in the long run." --C.S. Lewis
Fun Facts about Mr. Riedl
- I can lick my own elbow!
- I was born with Poland Syndrome.
- I can walk on my hands.
- I can lick my own elbow!
- I was born with Poland Syndrome.
- I can walk on my hands.
I work very hard to be a good husband and father. I adore my wife, Jen, and I am very thankful to have her in my life. We were married in 2007. She and I have a lot in common, and I absolutely love hanging out with her. We have been through a lot together. I can't imagine having a better spouse to live life with!
We both love kids and started our parenting journey by bringing Nolan Zachary into the world in 2010. We have since been blessed with Delaney Ruth in 2013, and Eva Joy in 2015. These three children have been a delight to shepherd. We were certified to be foster parents in 2017, and welcome children into our home who need a place to stay when they have nowhere else to go.
However, when leading my family, it is a life-long journey that does not get a redo each year. My dedication to them is 100%. I only get one shot with them, so I had better make it count! They are on the very top of my priority list, as I desire for them to grow up and love and serve our Father in heaven, who is the greatest example of a leader I can ever attempt to be like.
The activities I do in my spare time give me the passion and skills to teach. I believe that volunteering in our neighborhood is very important, not only because I desire to be the change I want to see in the world, but also because it allows me to gain a better understanding of the people around me. I love helping others!
Jen and I are members at Imago Dei Community: Eastside, a church in East Portland, and we serve regularly on Sunday mornings. I am a member of the Production Team by running slides and handling the sound board. Jen is a member of the kids ministry by teaching the preschool class. In the past, we have led and hosted a community group out of our home. We absolutely love hanging out with friends, growing relationally together.
We currently live in the Lents neighborhood of East Portland and are looking forward to serving at the school Nolan is attending, Harrison Park School. Jen is the Vice-President of the Harrison Park PTA. There are many families struggling in this school, and we feel called to help our neighbors and allow Christ to work through us to fulfill the needs of others.
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| Ultimate tournament in college (2005) |
I love to play ultimate frisbee with friends and going on neighborhood walks with my family. In my spare time ...
- I collect Pez dispensers (see my Pez Collection Page).
- I enjoy technology (I'm a Google nut).
- I practice juggling and walking on my hands.
- I love cheesy jokes!
- I solve my Rubik's cube (PR 2:22, but 2:55 using all algorithms).
- I play board games and complete jigsaw puzzles. (when the kids are asleep!) 😀
- I enjoy exploring the city of Portland.
- I exercise by running around my neighborhood.
- I love going camping/hiking with friends.
- I design websites like this one.
- I have fun flying my drone around.
- I film and edit videos with any free time I have left! 😀
