David Tracewell teaches English and Media Communications to students at Klahowya Secondary School in the Central Kitsap School District. Teaching mostly juniors in American Literature, David’s day also includes all grades from 6th through 12th. David advises numerous clubs such as the Guitar Club, Video Game Club, and Dungeons & Dragons Club. David is involved in nearly all aspects of the school especially in regards to assemblies and other functions and events.
David Tracewell’s classroom is nurturing, engaging, and fun. He pushes students to be better writers, readers, artists, musicians, and better people. David believes that a happy student is a better student. Taking the time to listen to his students’ dreams and hopes and trials and tribulations really makes a difference in the long term success of his students. He truly cares for all of his students and are considered family during the school year.
David lives the idea that it is better to give than to receive. That service above self has greater rewards. He advises his clubs on Mondays, so that students have something to look forward to — that Mondays feel like Fridays. David Tracewell is student first and foremost in all of his actions. David is also willing to work with his colleagues to come up with solutions to better not only the task at hand, but also the environment and overall school day. Because a happy teacher is also a better teacher.
