Growing up I barely had the opportunity to celebrate Halloween. While I might not enjoy some of the concepts behind Halloween (the gore, ghosts, spirits, etc.) I really enjoy dressing up, passing out candy, and doing things a little "out of the ordinary." As part of a bonding experience, we've come to host annual "Overnighters" that usually are a week or two before Halloween. Every year I've challenged students to make a "Halloween" video. The criteria beyond that isn't defined and so students have free reign over what they get to produce (a prized rarity in our club). This year two notable members stood out in the production of this video - Riley, the director, and Sophia, the editor - along with the rest of their group. Read my notes on the video by clicking on the vimeo sign and reading the video's description. Happy Hauntings!
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Media @ EMMSTiger Media is the video production team of Ewa Makai Middle School. Our programs include an Exploratory program for students interested in learning more about video production and an Advanced program for students who would like to extend their learning into professional and real-world video production. About Mr. ToyotaWhen they say "professions run in the family," the saying holds true for my family and I. My mother, my aunty, and my grandmother were all teachers before me and I didn't ever think I'd be the one to take up the mantle. I've been teaching since 2008 and started at the age of 23 years old.
I'm a National Board Certified teacher with a Bachelor's in Secondary Education: Social Studies. Additionally, I have served in various roles ranging from an HSTA PD Trainer and Consultant, AVID Site Team Member, Club Advisory, Volleyball Coach, Event Organizer, and Chair for the CxK Media Cohort. Basic Teaching PhilosophyThere are constantly occurring learning opportunities. As a teacher, it is my duty to not only help students see these opportunities at face value, but to help them profit from these experiences.
I believe that learning is growing and that growing in the right direction is an important aspect of being successful. I can help the imperfect, I can hardly help those who are perfect. Although academics is an important part of a child's life, I understand that a child's life is even more important than school as an institution. Homework, tests, grades, and due dates pale in comparison to preparing a child for their future. I am but one person amongst a community of people that will come into a child's life, whether my role is small or large, my actions have lasting implications. I will always strive to make a difference, to help student's grow in the right direction, to develop their passions, and to prepare them for the struggles ahead. It is my duty, my honor, and my will as their teacher. - Ethan Toyota Archives
May 2020
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