Let's meet one of our many new teachers of 2013: Mr. Herr, our new Art teacher! Messmer's academic reputation and strong belief in family are what drove Mr. Herr to come teach here. Mr. Herr stated, “It's great to see everyone greeting you in the hallways with smiles and respect.” So if you see Mr. Herr in the hallway don’t be afraid to flash a smile.
His love for teaching art came about in two different stages of his life. In high school he worked at the Boys and Girls Club teaching street art, and he went to Japan to teach English in college. Mr Herr says, “Art allows you to have choice. No one can tell your story but you.”
Mr. Herr graduated from UW-Oshkosh where he was the Graphic Designer for the Department of Resident Life. There he designed brochures,T-shirts, and websites. In his spare time he sometimes enjoys movies like Forrest Gump and Little Miss Sunshine, as well as spending time with his family. He also likes a wide range of music from The Beatles to Kanye West.
This year Mr. Herr plans to bring his background in art and design to Messmer, along with knowledge of his Hmong culture. If you want to know more about Mr. Herr, you can visit him in room 008.
--Contributed by senior Dichante Darrough
