Teachers we love:
Capital High School economic teacher Steve Freeman

By Cassie Kelly
Capital High School

“Economics is what is, not what should be,” states Capital High School economics teacher Steve Freeman. While he prances around his classroom, he creates scenarios that truly make his students think.

For example, “What would you do if there was a hurricane and you only had enough gas to get you and your family — no one else — to shelter? Your elderly neighbor has a car and no gas; you have a full tank, but only enough to get you to where you’ll be safe. What would you do?”

As the class sits baffled — due to the fact that they actually must think critically for once in their high school career — Freeman chuckles. He claims life is not fair, just as economics shows us.

Freeman’s class is certainly not one that his students dread attending every day. His teaching methods make him a favorite among them.

“I most definitely stay awake in his class,” said senior Mellissa Duncan. “I don’t want to miss anything, not only because of the tests we take but because we gain so much knowledge that we can use in our adult future.”

His class seems to come to life when he teaches. He makes all students participate in class discussions, overhead note taking and intriguing games.

“He’s certainly a one-in-a-million type of guy,” commented senior Samantha Masley.

Not only does Freeman teach regular and honors economics classes, he also oversees the student council, coaches girls basketball and frequently helps his wife Helen, Capital’s theater director, with her many performances. A Marshall University graduate, he studied political science, history and social studies.

“Steve Freeman has an astounding knowledge of economics, along with a charming personality. He’s one of my favorite teachers,” said senior David Salisbury.

All in all, Freeman and his critical-thinking economics class are a sure bet that you will get something out of your high school education — a logical grasp on life and plenty of knowledge on economics.