Jaron Sever, West Field High School

Jan 8, 2026, 7:59 AM | Updated: 12:33 pm

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“He is always trying to make you learn more and do better. He puts his student before himself.”

-Kyler

“He is super patient and really good at explaining things. He cares a lot about his students and works his hardest to make everyone feel important.”

-Abby Rudman

“He knows how to structure the class to make it fun for all students and the projects that we do are fun. He has an amazing ability to connect with students and make everyone feel like they belong no matter who it is. I really enjoyed him being my teacher.”

-Kason Taylor

“His incredible ability to connect with the students and have interest in what the students have to say.”

-Dawson Bouaphaseuth

“Mr. Sever is an incredible, hardworking teacher. He’s incredibly nice and always encouraging students to do his best. He teaches us valuable skills in life that will really take us far. He shows us why grit, compassion, and determination matters. I’ve had teachers that say they care and only do half the work. Mr. Sever really proves it, he wants to see everyone succeed. He teaches us this quickest way to do something but easily as well. He’s efficient in the way he teaches us. If one of us doesn’t understand, he takes his time to go teach that student individually. This is my 4th year of being under his guidance and I’ve learned more in his class than any of my others combined. He is truly a one of a kind teacher and should be recognized for it.”

-Anna Gapinski

“Always has a good attitude and the way he teachers is very positive and makes you feel like you can make mistakes and ask questions. He really enjoys teaching and it shows.”

-Corbin

“He makes the whole school a better environment. Great at wood shop and overall a great teacher.”

-Esteban

“He does great woodworking.”

-Preston Ames

“Because he helps the student’s when they are struggling and can help uplift he mood of the class which is a big thing because it can make school more fun.”

-Heath Davis

“Mr. Sever is my favorite teacher ever. I’ve been in his classes for a few years now and I’ve always felt important and welcome. He seems more like a close friend than a teacher. He makes me laugh, gives me high fives, motivates me, etc.. He has introduced me to new things I thought I could never accomplish before. He is truly awesome and deserves so much.”

-Lya Uhrey

“He is amazing about teaching the class the things we need to learn. He makes you understand and he can connect with you to.”

-Cal Larsen

“This teacher worked with his students and he is good at teaching us 3d printing and helping us understand the subject.”

-Daxton

“Lovable and laughable” 

-Jaxson

“He’s the best and he should win!”

-Treyden Coombs

“He is funny and teaches well”

-Asher Lubben

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