Mr. Rose and Mr. Angelle Named Master Teachers

Two teachers have been named Master Teachers by the Georgia Independent School Association.

David Rosenzweig, Assistant Principal for Students and 11th Grade Dean, and John Angelle, Lower School Social Studies teacher were recognized this fall with the honor. GISA’s Master Teacher designation recognizes teachers who exhibit best practices in the classroom and a willingness to collaborate with others. GISA Master Teachers “inspire excellence in the classroom, among colleagues, and, especially, students.”

“I am truly honored and humbled to receive this recognition,” Mr. Rosenzweig said. “Many of my colleagues assisted me in this endeavor, but I’d like to specifically thank Mrs. Jamie Reger. She is a GISA Master Teacher and helped throughout the lengthy process.”

“I am both honored and humbled to have been nominated, and to have been awarded, the distinction of a GISA Master Teacher,” said Mr. Angelle. “It brings a sense of pride and validation to have others look at the work that I have done in education, and to designate it as something to be recognized. The process has reminded me of what an awesome and amazing position we are in in getting to work and connect with young people. We get to come to work everyday and help shape the future. How can I not love that?”

To be accepted into GISA’s Master Teacher program, candidates must submit a detailed application. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of three tangible examples of outstanding work related to the classroom and to collaborating with other educators. The final part of the application is an unedited video of the candidate’s classroom teaching utilizing best practices and five letters of recommendation from colleagues, administrators, parents, and students.

David Rosenzweig is in his tenth year at Holy Spirit Prep, during which he has been varsity football coach, assistant principal, and had oversight of the House system, among many other duties. He has two children enrolled at the Lower School, Charlotte (Class of ‘30) and JD (‘32).

John Angelle is celebrating his eighth year at Holy Spirit Prep. Among his roles, he has overseen the Lower School’s student council and House system, advised the Admissions committee, and coordinated the geography bee. John was a 2019 Cura Personalis honoree. He has one son, Louis (‘35) in Pre-K2.

Dave Rosenzweig

John Angelle