New English teacher brings fresh new perspective
Manteca High English teacher Aaron Moren.
By SAMANTHA LEWIS
The Tower
The English department at Manteca High School welcomed a new face before the start of the 2024-25 school year with the arrival of Aaron Moren, affectionately called “Mr. A” by many students.
Mr. A brings fresh ideas, new energy, and a strong passion for language and learning into the classroom.
Before coming to this school, Mr. A gained experience working with students in different learning environments. He explained that teaching English has always been meaningful to him. He believes English is not just about grammar or essays, but about communication, creativity, and understanding different perspectives.
Students in his classes have already noticed his teaching style. He encourages class discussions and often asks students to think deeply about the texts they read. This approach helps students feel more involved rather than just listening to lectures.
Another important quality Mr. A brings to the classroom is patience. He understands that not all students learn at the same pace and makes an effort to support those who may struggle. This creates a more comfortable learning environment for everyone.
Mr. A also emphasizes the importance of critical thinking. He challenges students to ask questions, analyze characters, and connect stories to real-life situations. These skills are valuable not only in English class but in everyday life.
As a new teacher, he is also learning from his students. He mentioned that adjusting to a new school has helped him grow as an educator and better understand what students need to succeed.
His presence is important because he brings new perspectives into the English department. With updated teaching strategies and a positive attitude, he contributes to making English class more engaging and relevant for students.
Overall, Mr. A has already made a positive impact in a short amount of time. Through encouragement, creativity, and strong communication skills, he is helping students see English as more than just a subject.
As the school year continues, students can expect to learn and grow under his guidance. Mr. A proves that having a passionate educator can make a lasting difference in students’ academic journeys.
The Tower: Why did you decide to teach at Manteca High School?
Aaron Moren: I did my student teaching here actually. … And I tried to get hired here all through my student teaching, but they weren’t looking to hire anybody and then COVID happened three months later. So I finished here in December of 2019, and I went on to start substitute teaching. And then they weren’t hiring; no one was hiring. So then I went to Tracy. … I live here in town, so I want to be close to where I live. My kid. My son, he goes here too.”
TT: I thought you also worked at Ripon High?
AM: I went to Ripon High. I would love to work there, but they don’t pay anything. They pay nothing. I can’t. I’d never survive.
TT: What is your educational background?
AM: I went to a few different middle schools. I started at an elementary school at Modesto Christian. Yeah, it was good. It was good (but) my parents could not afford that though.