Jim Yates, East High School

Jan 31, 2022, 8:45 PM | Updated: Feb 6, 2024, 2:41 pm

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He’s such an amazing person. He uplifts and encourages his students no matter what. Great guy.

-Ethan Nelson

His ability to reach his students with his enthusiasm and his love of teaching.

– Nancy Clark

He was never my teacher, but he has always been helpful when I needed help. He is great at his job.

-Nikki Belnap

“Jim cares about his students. He goes the extra mile to help them and gives as much one on one time as he can! He is respectful and kind.”

-Dixie Suter

“He is kind and genuine and does the most amazing job. He goes above and beyond and makes such a difference.”

-Monica

“His students have chosen him as favorite teacher the last 6 years in a row.”

-Melanie Jackson

He’s very dedicated and cares about each student!!

-Myrna Jackson

He presents realistic opportunities and how to achieve them that give his students an honest chance at future success.

-Dennis Grabel

Jim is so passionate and caring when it comes to his students. He is always looking for new ways to encourage and motivate his students and show them their own potentially. He is an inspiration!

-Nicole Yates

He truly cares about his students and puts in his own time into us. He listens and communicates well and everyone respects him. Thanks Jim!

-Cassidi

“He has gone over and above with teaching virtually and in person or both. He cares deeply for his students. He adapted to teaching hands on skills to virtual learning modules.” 

-Michele Wickus

“Overall commitment to his students success. He has always been a motivator to all of his students.”

-Chris Grabel

“He loves his students and his thoughtful and caring towards everyone.”

-Mark Gren

“His students absolutely love him because he treats them with so much respect.”

-Cassidi Malloy

 

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Jim Yates, East High School