Dan often teaches chemistry, AP Biology, and biology and he also helps to coach cross country and track. In addition, he serves as a technology coach to help teachers integrate meaningful technology into their lesson plans. Dan majored in biology and chemistry at Calvin College. He then earned a Master’s Degree in Educational Policy and Leadership from Marquette University and has nearly completed a Master’s Degree in Educational Technology (MAET) from Michigan State University. When he is not teaching, prepping, studying, or coaching Dan likes to catch up on family time with his wife and 3 kids. He also likes to run long distances without his computer or cell phone. Learn more at danhoekstra.com or contact him at dhoekstra@grcs.org or on Twitter @dhoekstra78.