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[chezp]

OK, I haven't done one of these for a while, so let's try these questions:

How many schools did you attend?
Who was your favourite teacher and why?
What was your favourite subject at school and why?
Were your school days the best days of your life?
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study?
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education?

How many schools did you attend?
I went to three in total, one from the age of five to the age of nine, then we moved elsewhere in the country. I then finished up primary school (which goes up to age eleven) and then transferred to secondary school until the age of eighteen.
Who was your favourite teacher and why?
Mr. Vigrass, because he gave us responsibility at an early age - he used to let us look after his dog, take him for walks in our lunch-hours etc.
What was your favourite subject at school and why?
English Language - I loved writing stories.
Were your school days the best days of your life?
Definitely, but you don't realise it then.
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study?
I went to two Universities - the University of Warwick for my first degree in Politics and then the London College of Printing to study a postgraduate course in radio journalism.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education?
Yep - I'm now doing a Diploma in Management Studies at work.

[BritDisFan]

How many schools did you attend? Three, infant, Junior and Secondry school, all in the same town.
Who was your favourite teacher and why? My favourite teacher was Mr Knight at Junior school, he always used to read us Roald Dahl stories.
What was your favourite subject at school and why? I used to like English and French, English because I found it fairly easy and used to enjoy writing stories and essays, oh and I love reading. French because our French teacher was very funny, she was French and she also looked like a bumble bee.
Were your school days the best of your life? Yes I used to enjoy school, by the time I was in the last year I was actually dreading leaving.
Did you go to University? No, this is one of my biggest regrets. I went to college when I finished school and studied travel and tourism. I applied for University in Edinburgh and was accepted but my parents didn't want me to go, they have never been to university and they wanted me to get a job.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? Yes, I have studies for several travel industry qualifications and also spanish. I also started an open University course but packed it in because I had just started a new job and didn't have the time to study.

Karen

[denwol]

How many schools did you attend? Elementary (K-8th grade), and high school - all in the same town.
Who was your favourite teacher and why? Mr. Paris - my 5th grade teacher. He really brought me out of my shell, and was just the most caring teacher I've ever had.
What was your favourite subject at school and why? I love Science classes (biology, chemistry, etc.) the most, but my strong suit was in grammer and literature. I just didn't enjoy those a much...
Were your school days the best of your life? While I enjoyed my school days, I think this is the favorite time of my life.
Did you go to University? Yes - I got my Computer Science / BIS degree (BS) from Elizabethtown College.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? Not if I can help it! Only if you count my DS's homework and studying...

[disneyknut]

How many schools did you attend? Hmm.. starting in kindergarten 6..: Kdg: park elematary, 1st thru 8th gd- Saint Theresa school, 9-10th gd: Steel Valley Intermediate part of 11th old Steel Valley High School, we got a brand ool in the middle of 11th grade & I also attended Steel Center Technical school for Cosmetology
Who was your favourite teacher and why? Hands down, no question, Mrs Coyne, my 11th & 12th grade English teacher.. she was so sweet & kind & made learning fun.. She & I also formed a strong bond when I was the only girl in her class ( computer mix-up) she helped me write my Homecoming speech & valedictorian speech as well.
What was your favourite subject at school and why? Englsih.. See above.. MRS COYNE
Were your school days the best days of your life? No.. I didn't really care for school then,.. My senior year was great tho.. I was in homecoming, was named technical valedictorian so that was lots of fun.
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? Nope, stupid me!! I felt I had an education & a job waiting for me out of high school & I didn't need college.. my one big regret in life
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? Yep, took several home courses.. one in computer technology & the other in web design (still doing that one).. I'm also seriously thinking of going back to school to get my teachers/managers license in Cosmetlogy

Fun fun thread Cheryl!!

[Colexis Mom]

How many schools did you attend? 2 - 1 grade school and the middle/high school were connected.
Who was your favourite teacher and why? tough one, i'll say my calculus teacher, Mr. Jordan
What was your favourite subject at school and why? calculus, I loved math
Were your school days the best days of your life? They were great fun, I had a good time, but I think college was better due to more independence
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? I went to Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and I have a Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? I got halfway thru my MBA before I had kids, now I don't have time to finish it right now!

[graygables]

How many schools did you attend? skipped K, but 1-12, I attended 6 schools, 1 in New Jersey, 3 in Germany, and 2 in Oklahoma.

Who was your favourite teacher and why? Mr. Romero, 6th gr, PHV elementary in Germany. He was very progressive, let us work at our own pace and I finished the curriculum by Christmas which freed up my Spring to be the school nurse assistant (I was so ..yeah, right!)

What was your favourite subject at school and why? Always Language Arts, I did well and really enjoyed using language

Were your school days the best days of your life? no, now is

Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? I began at the University of Tulsa, transferred to Okla State (Final Four, Baby!) then quit to get married and have 2 DDs. After my divorce I went to Tulsa Junior College for an Assoc degree in Humanities (under water basket weaving, but it transfers!), then to Northeastern State (in Okla), then finally got my BA in English/Education w/ a minor in history from University of Tulsa (took the loooong way around! )

Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? I did some post-grad at Oklahoma University, but stopped when I remarried and had 2 more DDs.

I was a public school teacher for 2 years and quit after being choked and threatened twice. I now homeschool my DDs, so my degree has paid off for me there! (now only if I understood physics and trig, I'd be in good shape!)

[GoofyMom]

How many schools did you attend? 3. Elementary, Jr. High & High School
Who was your favourite teacher and why? Ugh. This is a hard one. It would actually be easier to pick out my least favourite teachers! I'll say my first grade teacher was my favourite one because I knew she genuinely loved us all. She made it very easy to make the transition to school life.
What was your favourite subject at school and why? I honestly don't think I had a favourite subject, I really didn't care for school. Probably art class in elementary school.
Were your school days the best days of your life? No. I was happy enough socially, especially in high school, but I hated the classes.
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? Yes. I attended one year at University of Saskatchewan, intending to major in Accounting. After I flunked that, the university sent me a not-so-nice letter informing me I wasn't welcome to return the next year. Worked out for the best since I was planning a wedding and didn't want to wait for a B.Comm degree. I wanted something more immediate and took a secretarial course.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? Nope. Remember? I hate school!

[rescuesk]

How many schools did you attend? 2: grammar school and high school
Who was your favourite teacher and why? Mr. Schultz, grade 6. He taught us to love what we do, no matter what it is!
What was your favourite subject at school and why? English and writing, even though that is very far from my major. I was good at it and loved it.
Were your school days the best days of your life?
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? I attended Queens College, New York for 2 years majoring in English lit, and then transferred to State University at Farmingdale, where I got my degree in Veterinary Technology.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? I attended paramedic school at Lehigh Valley Hospital in 1988, where I got my paramedic certification. I also must maintain 18 credits of education every year to keep my certification, so it is an ongoing process.

[luvnwdwgal]

How many schools did you attend? Three. Grade school, middle school, and high school, all in the same town.
Who was your favourite teacher and why?
Miss Grey in 5th Grade. It was her first year of teaching and she was so nice and very pretty.
What was your favourite subject at school and why?
My Senior year business classes cause they were interesting.
Were your school days the best days of your life?
Not really, I hated school.
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? No, I graduated in 1980, got married in 1981, and had DS in 1982.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? No, just baby care books when I was pregnant with DS.

[AmyAngel]

How many schools did you attend? 3, Elementary, Jr. High and High School. All in the same town.
Who was your favourite teacher and why? Mr. Griffin, 6th grade. He was a great teacher and storyteller. He's gotten some teaching awards since, I think!
What was your favourite subject at school and why? English and art. My brain doesn't process numbers well, but I was a reader!
Were your school days the best days of your life? I didn't think so then, but I'd really like to start over in 1992, just after high school graduation!
Did you go to University – Yes. Meredith College. I majored in Art--concentrations in Graphic Design and professional communications.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? - Just the occasional seminar.

[ilovelilo]

How many schools did you attend? 2 for elementary, 1 middle, 1 high, 2 colleges

Who was your favourite teacher and why? I have a few--I loved my second grade teacher Mrs. Bush and my 2 third grade teachers Mrs. Schlich and Mrs. Oldiges--they were just incredibly sweet and made me want to be a teacher for a long time!

What was your favourite subject at school and why? English--I love to write, and I'm pretty good at all that grammar/punctuation/spelling stuff!

Were your school days the best days of your life? I don't know--I'm kind of ready for them to be over!!

Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? Yes, still attending at Indiana University Southeast. I'm an English major!

Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? Haven't left yet! Maybe someday....

[catsaway]

How many schools did you attend?
I think we figured out 13 total through grade school and two highschools. (Dad was in the Navy, we moved a lot)

Who was your favourite teacher and why?
Mr Hunnicutt-Science 6th grade, He was cool and always had interesting things in jars.

What was your favourite subject at school and why?
Science, it fascinated me and I always wanted to learn more.

Were your school days the best days of your life?
NO Way! I hated school and thought the classes were a complete waist of time. I thought I could learn more on my own.

Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study?
I finally made it to a University at age 24. Since I hated School so much it took me longer than most to go to college. I went to Portland State University in Oregon and majored in Psychology.

Have you done any studying since leaving full time education?
Just some art classes, and photography

[goofy4goofy]

How many schools did you attend? 4 (kindergarten, elementary-1 thru 4, middle-5 thru 8, and high school 9-12)
Who was your favourite teacher and why? Mrs. Knepley (English)..she inspired me to become a writer. She was tough, but also a sweetheart at times. I'm still good friends with her.
What was your favourite subject at school and why? British Literature. Loved every minute of it.
Were your school days the best days of your life? Nope. The best time of my life is now.
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? Yep, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania (state college). I majored in English literature.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? Not officially. I have taken some computer courses and art classes at the college. I'd love to get my Masters one day.

Kelly

[Belle*]

How many schools did you attend? 1 Nursery School, 4 Elementary Schools (we moved a lot), 1 Lower School (Middle School), 1 Upper School (High School) - same school, they had one campus for the Lower School and another larger campus for the Upper School about 2 miles away. 2 colleges
Who was your favourite teacher and why? Mr. Baldwin - he really understood teenagers and encouraged my love of drama
What was your favourite subject at school and why? English and Drama - I love to read and act!
Were your school days the best days of your life? God no. I would never EVER want to do that again. I despised my horrible, snobby, elitist prep school.
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? I attended Wheaton College in Norton, MA and UCONN in West Hartford, CT (Univ of Connecticut) during the summers. I did not graduate and have no desire to continue.
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? I love to learn but at my own pace and subjects that interest me. I would really love to take language classes such as Spanish, Russian or Sign Language.


And I just have to add - Go UCONN Huskies!!!

[Teresa]

How many schools did you attend? - 4, IPS #11 for K-4, #80 for 5 &6, #59 for 7&8, and Arsenal Technical High for 9&10 (graduated)
Who was your favourite teacher and why? Miss Anna Parker freshman World Sociology - didn't allow any excuses, she was tough, but fair, and expected a lot of her students
What was your favourite subject at school and why? Computer programming - my big sister and my boyfriend took EVERY single class 2 years before me, so I had all their notes, and it was easy
Were your school days the best days of your life? NO!
Did you go to University – if so which one and what did you study? Yes, I went to IUPUI (Indiana University, Purdue University at Indianapolis) for buisness management
Have you done any studying since leaving full time education? yes, a little language study (my kids go to an International School, and are being taught in French - thought it would be a good idea if I could understand them)