I started working at Parkrose High School during the 2003-04 school year. My first year teaching was as a full-time Business Teacher. I taught Introduction to Business, Marketing, Finance, Business Law, Personal Finance, and Entrepreneurship. At the end of my first year of teaching, I had the opportunity to apply for the Activities Director position.
For the last 10 years I have Advised the Leadership program at Parkrose High School. In taking on the responsibility of Activities Director, I have had to cut down the number of Business Classes offered at the high school. My current course load has me teaching classes in Marketing, Business Leadership, Money 101 (Personal Finance) and Leadership. I also have found time to run the Future Business Leaders of America Club, and assist with the Mens Golf Team.
Recently I was surprised by my Leadership students at 2013 Spring Leadership Conference. I was awarded the 2013 Oregon Association of Student Councils Activities Advisor of the Year Award. I was so honored that my students took the time to nominate me for this amazing recognition.
In my free time, I love traveling with my wife Ashley, and our dog Ebony (Black Lab). I enjoy camping, wood working, and recently built a 1960's style Dune Buggy.
Mike Verhulst
Business Teacher / Activities Director
LONG-TERM GOAL
S - I will be hired in a marketing firm after college..
M - I will receive a job offer from a marketing firm after completing school.
A - I will attend my college classes and maintain high grades. During the summers, I will complete internships, as well as study abroad. During my Senior year, I will attend job fairs and apply to numerous Marketing firms.
R - There will be an increase in Marketing positions over the next several years. PSU has a history of developing competitive Marketing applicants.
T - I will be hired for an entry level marketing position within 5 years.
SHORT-TERM GOAL
S - I will graduate from high school with a 3.5 gpa.
M -I will be able to check my report cards to calculate my gpa.
A - I will attend my classes and maintain high grades. I will be sure to get my homework turned in on time.
R - I have received all A's and B's on my previous report card. My current GPA is a 3.4, therefore, I should be able to maintain my current upward trend and reach my goal.
T - I will have a 3.5 by the end of the second semester.