His creative teaching methods and his personal passion for education shows that when providing learning conditions that fully engage the learner, a teacher can reach the hearts and minds of all students in a profound and life-altering way. His innovative teaching practices and his ability to connect classroom learning to the real world provides students a classroom that resembles the rich experiences that life has to offer. Jeff believes that school is not “preparation for life”, but rather “participation in life”. He is an exemplary leader whose sphere of influence extends far beyond the walls of the classroom, impacting principals, school leaders and administrators throughout the province.