by Gabriella Kraft

“The opportunity to show you guys healthcare isn’t this tiny bubble,” biomedical sciences teacher Charles “Brian” Patton said as he explained what got him into biomedical science.

Someone who attends JHS might never come across Patton, but those who do have nothing but good things to say about him and his teaching.

“He has a very friendly, open relationship with his students,” said sophomore Jaylianah Burris. 

This is only his second year teaching, and he’s already made an impact on students’ lives. “This is my first teaching job; I worked in corporate healthcare for 16-17 years before this,” said Patton.

Many students describe Patton as a chill, laid-back teacher who cares, but can be serious when he needs to. 

“He lets us know he’s there,” said sophomore Jessalyn Stolte.

Students also talk about how he makes sure they understand everything without having to ask further questions. 

Stolte said, “He’s a great teacher; he explains everything perfectly.” 

Besides explaining everything perfectly, Patton sees a purpose in everything he does.

“Everything happens for a reason; something brought me to the position I am at now, and the position before this. I encourage you to learn everything you can, but I think you get what you put into this class.”

He makes sure to give his all, even on his bad days. 

“I think I have my days, because there are days when I could see the impact I could have, but then I doubt myself,” he said.

Despite the obvious doubts he has about himself, he ensures that all his students are comfortable.

“He treats us like our age, and he doesn’t coddle us. He makes sure not to treat us like children,” said Burris.

Patton is a very caring teacher who does what needs to be done for his students and their education. 

“I treat my students like my own kids. Respect goes both ways — you respect me, I respect you,” said Patton.

Regardless of whether they are new or old, all his students matter to him.