Staff Spotlight!
At Cecil Hills High School, we have some of the smartest and supportive people on our team - but in addition, our team members also have a wide array of hobbies, talents, and interests that make them truly unique. We're delighted to introduce you to the clever, creative and talented team @ Cecil! Hope you enjoy reading this edition's Staff Spotlight!
Tell us a little about yourself
My name is Morgan Howard and I have been teaching at Cecil Hills High School for 6 years .
How long have you been teaching and what subjects do you teach
I have been teaching for 6 years and I am a English teacher.
Other roles at school
Besides teaching English I am also Head Teacher Literacy. I am responsible for helping to improve the literacy level of the students within the school. The role is amazing as I get to work all across the school.
Previous schools you worked at?
I was fortunate enough to spend my final practicum here as a teacher. I liked the school so much I soon started teaching as a casual teacher at Cecil Hills High School.
Where did you attend high school?
I attended Newington College, Stanmore.
What advise would you give to your students?
- Be the best version of yourself
- Build up others whenever you have the chance
- Always have a book you're reading
What do you like to do when you aren't working?
I like spending time with my family which keeps me busy as I have two little boys aged 3 and aged 1.
Who is your favourite sports team?
I follow the EPL quite closely and support Manchester city.
What's a fun fact about you many people may not know?
Most people would not know that I actually studied at university to become a scientist.
Your favourite movie?
Mine is a classic, Raiders of the Lost Ark.
If given a chance, who would you like to be for a day?
A KFC taste tester.
If Hollywood made a movie about you, who would you like to see cast as you?
I see myself as Ryan Reynolds, but they would probably cast Danny Devito.
How would you define success?
Success is something that doesn't happen overnight. It is a process that involves hard work, perseverance, mistakes and sometimes a sprinkle of luck.
Mr Morgan Howard
Head Teacher Literacy / English Teacher