I graduated from Calvin College with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics with secondary education certification. After teaching one year of middle school math and science, I started teaching Physics and Physical Science at South Christian High School. I also have a Master’s degree in Educational Technology with an emphasis on teaching Physics. Outside of school, I enjoy running (including an occasional marathon) and spending time with my family. My wife, Vanessa, is a manager of collection development at Herrick Public Library in Holland Michigan. I have two adult children. My oldest is a Physical Therapist and my youngest is pursuing a career in Public Health.
Kent Walstra
Biography
Faith Statement
At the end of my freshman year, my college advisor said that if I wanted to be a teacher, I needed to choose a minor as well as a major. Not knowing what to choose, I casually mentioned that maybe I should try Physics. Looking back, I see that decision as an important moment of God working out his plan in my life. In the coming years, I grew to love physics for both the order and the chaos, for both the simplicity and the complexity of God’s creation. As the years go by, the more I learn about how things work, the more appreciation I have of the Creator, and the more desire I have to bring students further along on that journey of discovery. It is my prayer that through a growing understanding of creation, students will see our awesome God more clearly and they will desire to serve Him in every area of their lives.
