Teacher Spotlight: Dave Sharp, Math Teacher

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Q: Where are you from and where did you grow up?
A: Lititz
 
Q: What degrees do you have and from what colleges/universities?
A: BS Nuclear Science - Virginia Tech and MS Nuclear Science - Air Force Institute of Technology
 
Q: Tell us about your family!
A: I am married to the wonderful Lisa Sharp who works in Lancaster Catholic's main office. We have two daughters who are LCHS graduates - Meghan and Kiley. We have a four-year-old granddaughter named Hayden.
 
Q: Describe yourself in 3 words.
A: Personable, Caring, Analytical
 
Q: When did you realize you wanted to become a teacher?
A: After I began coaching youth sports
 
Q: How long have you been a teacher at LCHS?
A: 20 years
 
Q: What is your favorite thing about Lancaster Catholic?
A: The way people care about one another
 
Q: What has been the most rewarding part of teaching?
A: Seeing the growth in students' math abilities throughout the school year. Witnessing those "Aha" moments.
 
Q: If you could have one teacher super-power, what would it be?
A: Supersonic Speed/Flight
 
Q: If you could have any other job what would it be?
A: Scientist
 
Q: What is your favorite hobby (besides teaching the youth of Lancaster County)?
A: Collecting antiques
 
Q:  What is one place you'd like to visit?
A: Ireland
 
Q: What is the last book you read?
A: Tom Brokaw - A Lucky Life Interrupted
 
Q: What type of music do you listen to? Favorite song?
A: Wide variety, My Way by Sinatra