KILLBUCK SAVINGS BANK CO. SUPERSTAR ON STAFF: Mike Doty

Mike Doty
DHS social studies teacher

Reason for selection:
Mr. Doty has been instrumental in leading the high school in new initiatives that have made a positive impact on our students at Dalton High School. Mr. Doty is student centered and works tremendously hard to provide excellent learning opportunities for our students at DHS. DHS is thankful for everything that Mr. Doty does for our students and is proud to name him as our star staff member.

1. What do you love about working at Dalton Local Schools?
I grew up in the community and raised my kids here. I have had so many great moments in the schools as a student, teacher, coach and parent. I feel blessed to come to work every day in a place that means so much. When I combine this with the friends I’ve made in the District, it is easy to say I love working at Dalton Local Schools.

2. How did you get to where you are today?
I attended Dalton Schools from beginning to end. Thanks to my high school social studies teachers, Pat Holbert and Bob Ramsay, I pursued a degree in teaching. I began working in Dalton Schools during the fall of 1995 as a Jr. High football coach and substitute teacher. I was hired as a full-time special education teacher at Dalton Jr. High for the 1996-97 school year. I want to thank Mr. Milton Troyer, a long-time Dalton teacher and principal for giving me the opportunity that launched my career. I am entering my 28th year of teaching and I still love it. I am privileged to have taught so many amazing kids and to work with some truly dedicated staff. These are the people that keep me striving to make a difference and enjoy my job!

3. Tell us an interesting fact about yourself that people would be surprised to hear.
My wife and I went through Dalton Schools together. We met when we were 5 when we both attended Kindergarten together at Dalton Elementary.

 

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