Hello, my name is Mark Protzman, and I am excited to be in my sixth year here at New Vistas School. This year I will be teaching Civics, Post 1865 History, Geography, Newspaper and Yearbook. I’m very excited to be part of NVS and have the opportunity to work with a really amazing group of teachers and students.

I was born in Seattle, WA, but didn’t stay long. With my father being in the Navy, we moved around a bit. Much of my childhood was spent in Georgia where I enjoyed many great memories on St. Simmons Island. We later moved to Statesboro, GA, and later I finished high school and college in Oregon where I ran track and cross country.

I completed a B.S. with a degree in Elementary Education at George Fox University. During college I worked in Alaska where I was able to pay most of my college expenses. After college I traveled and eventually took two different international school teaching positions in South Korea. Later I taught in Everett, WA, and here in Lynchburg. I have owned construction businesses and worked as a project manager. I also helped with the World Trade Center and other projects in the D.C. area.

My favorite sports to play are tennis and basketball. My favorite team to watch is the Seattle Seahawks! If it’s not dark blue or bright green it’s the wrong color!  I love 3D printing whenever I can.

Working at NVS is very rewarding and it’s so great to see students mature, grow, learn, and find new friends when none were found before. Thank you for the opportunity to spend a little time with your student. I hope to meet you and chat about ways to make learning even better for your child.

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