Many know Mr. Skokan from their math classes, as he teaches algebra and calculus to Jesuit students. Yet, what is less known is his commitment to serving part-time in the Army. This upcoming July, Mr. Skokan will be leaving until June 2023 for military education. 

When Mr. Skokan first started in the military, he was a field artillery officer.

“I would be out there with a field artillery battery firing cannons,” Skokan said. “Which is what a lot of people think of regarding the Army.”

Now, Mr. Skokan will be going to Fort Leavenworth in Kansas for a new opportunity called a Residence Course. He will live at the military school. At this school, he will complete his ILE, which is a course he is required to do before he can be promoted from Major to Lieutenant Colonel.

“The school will help me become a better staff officer,” Skokan said. “It will also set me up to be a battalion commander if that opportunity ever arises. It makes me competitive to get that position.” 

Mr. Skokan also expressed his feelings on going to Fort Leavenworth. 

“When I get to do something like this, all I get to focus on is school,” Skokan said. “I like being a student, and I’m just excited to learn.” 

Mr. Skokan highlighted multiple aspects of the Jesuit community that he will miss when he leaves. 

“I have a lot of good friends here, such as the teachers I work with,” Skokan said. “I also enjoy working with a class and the lighter moments where there is laughter and fun. Those are a few things I will miss when I’m gone.”