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Getting to Know You: Max Remaley

Max Remaley – Elementary Education

Hometown: Pullman, WA

Year: Junior

Minor: History

Why did you choose WSU?
I chose WSU so that I could be close to home and save a lot of money. I really do like Pullman and the familiarity. I can work with teachers and go to schools that I went to.

Why do you want to become a teacher?
I wanted to become a teacher because my family has had teachers ever since I was born. My grandmother taught and advised students here in Cleveland and my dad is a math professor here at WSU. My dad is math Jesus (Dr. Eric Remaley). My grandfather is also a math and robotics teacher in Bonners Ferry, Idaho and my uncle was one of the first hires for Ed Schweitzer (Now SEL). My other uncle is now a full time teacher specializing in special education.

What are you most passionate about when it comes to being a teacher?
I think I’m most passionate about just being there. I have definitely seen how neglect from an adult figure can make a difference in a child’s life. Honestly just being there and having fun with them is going to be the most passionate thing that I will focus on.

What/who inspired you to become a teacher?
I have always wanted to help people and I have always liked working with kids. After my senior party I got pulled over in front of Martin Stadium at 3:39 am and the cop he saw that I was really tired and asked why I was nervous. I said I don’t know what I’m going to do with my life and we sat there and talked for 20 minutes about life and what he did and what I was planning to do. At the very end I decided I should pursue a career in education just like my family. And he didn’t give me a ticket.

What do you hope to achieve in this career?
Long lasting respect for my colleagues and my peers. I want to be seen in as bright of light as math Jesus (my dad).

Where do you hope to go after graduation?
I would love to teach in Pullman after graduation. The new elementary school, Kamiak, is coming soon and it would be amazing to teach here. If I could teach in Jefferson, the elementary school that I went to, that would be a dream come true.

What is your favorite part of the program?
The people that are around me. My classmates.

Do you have any advice for incoming freshmen?
I would say that Pullman is definitely a great place to live. While it may look like there is not a lot to do, if you have a great friend group and people to support you, Pullman will feel a lot larger than it actually is. The people here genuinely care about you and the people of Pullman really embrace the small town idea and will support you. We are all connected.