Full Name
Mike Birnbaum
Where (school and city) do you teach?
Plano East Senior High School, Plano, Texas
How many years have you been advising publications?
5
How many students are involved in your media program at your school?
Approximately 40
Most unusual item in/on your desk?
A laser pointer.
Favorite deadline snack?
Doritos.
Favorite journalism-related website?
TAJE, of course. 🙂
Three words students use to describe you?
Driven, knowledgeable, witty.
Last great book you read?
“Freedom’s Dominion” by Jefferson Cowie
If you could go anywhere on vacation, where would it be?
Italy
Why is journalism important?
It keeps the population informed to make better decisions and keeps our democratic government in check.
What’s the biggest struggle you’ve had to overcome as a teacher?
Lack of good camera equipment.
Who are your biggest influencers as a teacher?
My parents (both retired teachers).
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