Beyond the Award: Get to Know Rapid City Area Schools’ Teacher of the Year, Ross Hunter

 In this episode of The Public School Podcast, Sara and Bobbi sit down with this year’s Rapid City Teacher of the Year, Ross Hunter, a passionate eighth-grade science teacher at Southwest Middle School. From a childhood shaped by Catholic school values to a winding path that eventually led him into education, Ross shares the honest, inspiring story of how he found his true calling in the classroom.

He opens up about the realities of burnout, the importance of relationships with students and families, and why humor and curiosity are key ingredients in his teaching style. You'll also hear about the moment he was surprised with the Teacher of the Year award and what he hopes his students remember most about their time in his class.

Whether you're an educator, parent, or lifelong learner, this conversation is a reminder that the heart of public education is filled with purpose, passion, and possibility.

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