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Voices of Westy: Mr. Thomsen

11/18/2024

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Trent Jones ’25
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Mr Thomsen has established himself as both a cornerstone of the history department and now as a Dean.
 
How has this year been for you?
 
“My students would be the ones to answer that the best. Getting to know so many students and families through my roles as a teacher, coach, advisor, and corridor supervisor has been a joy. Relationships are why I chose this profession. I think that relationships are at the core of what we do within our alignment at Westminster and within our mission and administration. For me, these relationships have created a rewarding year and reaffirmed many of the principles as to why I went into this work initially.”

What is your favorite part about Westminster?
 
“My favorite part is the students. The students at Westminster have been incredibly open to my teaching style and to my presence around campus so far, and that level of kindness and hospitality means a lot to me. I think that is unique to Westminster. It's a special trait of our community that students actively seek those relationships, whether it's in the dorm, in the classroom, or on the field.”

What are you looking forward to continuing this year?
 
“I’m looking forward to continuing to build the momentum that we have in AP US History. I’m looking forward to having some of the veteran energy that being in year two brings, where you know the calendar and the institutional norms. I will have a greater sense of our internal mechanisms and how to help support students. As someone who taught the Fifth Form this year, I’m looking forward to seeing you all become the leaders of our campus next year.”
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