Paul Bohnert
Phone: 403-381-2977
It is very hard to believe that we are into our eighth year at Senator Joyce Fairbairn Middle School. Our middle school has matured very quickly, and I have enjoyed being part of the creation of our school culture and identity that focuses on the SOAR philosophy. I believe the enthusiasm of our staff and the new campus is an excellent place for students to learn and expand their abilities.
Prior to my position at Fairbairn I have taught at seven different schools as well as the University of Lethbridge and University of Alberta. I began my career in Calgary and taught IB sciences at Western Canada High School and William Aberhart High School. After four years in Calgary I returned back to Lethbridge and taught at Winston Churchill, Gilbert Paterson and G.S. Lakie. Throughout my career I have taught science, math, social studies, graphic artistry, video production, drama and physical education in my career.
Mr. Bohnert’s learning/teaching philosophy…
“Learning is driven by the unique innate curiosity found in each of us.
To sit, observe and witness change; to study similarities, differences and peculiarities; to examine rates, qualities, and environments; to appreciate, understand and share are skills we naturally possess. Being able to articulate our perceptions and understanding while openly listening to others' ideas and thoughts perpetually keeps learning dynamic.”
We don’t need to teach students how to learn… We need to engage them and step aside.