Andrew Sharp is a new physics teacher who has been teaching since 2011. Before he came to Jesuit, Mr. Sharp taught at Central Catholic. Mr. Andrew Sharp will be teaching Honors Physics and AP physics.

Mr. Sharp was enthusiastic about starting at Jesuit.

“I grew up in the area and went to Southridge High School so I know a lot about Jesuit. And from a lot of my friends growing up. The students are always so engaged in the co curricular activities and the overall mission of the school. It’s something that I’m looking forward to being a part of,” Mr. Sharp said.

Mr. Sharp is a father to three boys and spends a lot of time with them. He also likes to cook and travel.

The best piece of advice he’s ever received: “Follow your heart, you know? Chase what you want and follow what you feel is right.”

Mr. Sharp, already having experience with coaching soccer, said he’d like to eventually coach at the high school level again but would first like to coach his oldest son who’s seven years old.

Sharp grew up in the Portland area so he is very familiar with the city and the people. He came to Jesuit because he knew of all the great benefits of being in the Jesuit community.

Full Transcript (edited lightly for clarity)

What’s your name?

Andrew Sharp

How long have you been teaching?

Since 2011

Where did you teach prior to Jesuit?

I taught 10 years at Central Catholic High School and one year at Riverdale High School.

What classes will you teach this year?

Honors physics and AP Physics

What excites you about teaching at Jesuit?

Honestly, I think the students I grew up with went to Southridge High School so I know a lot about Jesuit from being there. The students are so engaged in the co-curriculars and are engaged with the mission of the school and it’s something that I’m looking forward to being a part of.